"Reading builds empathy": The case for saving America's libraries
America needs "third places" like our libraries more than we ever have, both functionally and philosophically.
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Californians now have access to 300,000 eBooks through California State Library
The project, California’s Bookshelf, can be accessed via The Palace Project app. Patrons have access to 70,000 unique titles ...
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A beloved library that united the U.S. and Canada faces new border restrictions
For Allyson Howell, her hometown library is more than just a place to borrow a book; it’s also a unique space where different cultures from the U.S. and Canada have mingled and developed ...
There’s a reason this celebrated librarian’s life was not an open book
The Morgan Library & Museum surveys the astonishing life and career of its founding director, Belle da Costa Greene.
Charleston County Library Board sued over constitutional oath issue
Charleston County Public Library sued over issue of taking oath to Constitution. Lawsuit filed by William "Bill" Young, who ...
CCSD school board member urges public library to move sex education book to restricted area
Michele Leber asked public library and city council members to restrict access to a health literacy book, arguing it violates ...
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Friends of the Poquoson Public Library Seeks Donations for Spring Book Sale
POQUOSON — Friends of the Poquoson Public Library are currently looking for donations for its spring book sale slated for ...
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Local public libraries prepare for gardening season with ‘seed libraries’
Both seed libraries are open and free to the public; no library card is necessary. Donations are encouraged to help keep the libraries stocked for others if you have extra seeds.
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Federal judge won't dismiss First Amendment lawsuit against ex Lafayette library president Robert Judge
A federal judge has declined to dismiss a lawsuit against former Lafayette Public Library board president Robert Judge for ...