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The Library of Congress has awarded the 2024 Library of Congress Prize for American Fiction to author James McBride. “[He] knows the American soul deeply, reflecting our struggles and triumphs in his fiction," Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden said. bit.ly/3S852eE
On the May 5 episode of "Last Week Tonight," host John Oliver defended public libraries, stating they’ve become another front in the ongoing culture war as many experience attacks on their funding, staff, and collections. bit.ly/3WB2oBc
Today, our @km_dewit testified before Congress on the importance of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) in closing the #DigitalDivide and the detrimental effects losing the program would have on millions of American households. Here's why it matters 👇
The #AffordableConnectivityProgram has helped connect 23 MILLION households w/ #internet. Now, it’s on the chopping block—& it shouldn’t be. Congress MUST #FundACP. This #DontDisconnectUS Day, check out the resources @OTI compiled in support of the #ACP: bit.ly/InSupportofACP
The Affordable Connectivity Program, the largest internet affordability program in our nation’s history, helps millions of American families access quality, affordable internet. America's mayors call on Congress to renew this critical program: mayo.rs/ACP
1 in 4 Ohio households depend on the Affordable Connectivity Program to lower the cost of high-speed internet. If Congress doesn't pass our bill to extend it soon, millions of Ohioans will see their internet bills rise significantly. We can't let that happen.
President Biden continues to call on Republicans in Congress to extend funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program – so tens of millions of Americans can continue to access affordable high-speed internet.
This is coming! Huge thanks to Dr. Holly Norton, Director, Office of Archaeology & Historic Preservation, History Colorado for sponsoring the series. And a shout out to the amazing film crew: William Sarris and Rui Pinho. Availability details to come.
So excited to share our 2024 Children’s Book Week resources including a wonderful poster by @SophieBlackall, new bookmarks and activities, Club No Rules Just Read, & so much more! Check out these awesome resources: everychildareader.net/cbw/cbw-resour… #NoRulesJustRead #ClubNoRulesJustRead
Apply now for the National Archives Foundation's Cokie Roberts Women’s History Fellowship to conduct original women's history research at the National Archives. Applications are due to the National Archives Foundation by May 15, 2024. archivesfoundation.org/cokie-roberts-… #CokieRoberts
Apply now for the National Archives Foundation's Cokie Roberts Women’s History Fellowship to conduct original women's history research at the National Archives. Applications are due to the National Archives Foundation by May 15, 2024. archivesfoundation.org/cokie-roberts-… #CokieRoberts
“Jazz is part of a way of life of New Orleans. It’s an expression of the spirit and the soul and the feelings of the people here.” Musician and educator Dr. Michael White is featured in our @NEAarts Heritage Fellows story map: s.si.edu/storymap #SmithsonianBHM #BHM
.@m_crouton .@DevinCow ‘Not dumb creatures.’ Livestock surprise scientists with their complex, emotional minds | Science | AAAS science.org/content/articl…
He is the best judge ever from what it sounds like. 😂😂
“I have been reading comic books for seven to nine years. Every kind of book that was written, I have never robbered a bank or thinks like that.” A 1954 letter from teenager Robert Merdian regarding comic book censorship. todaysdocument.tumblr.com/post/129843836… #NationalComicBookDay
Celebrate the right to read and librarians’ role in providing access for all during this 10/5 event as we premiere the video of @ibramxk’s speech from #RallyfortheRighttoRead. Plus, hear @TracieDHall1 in conversation with @cjaxone Register now: bit.ly/3PmWAGb
U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón has announced her signature project. “You Are Here,” will feature two major new initiatives: an anthology of commissioned nature poems & poetry installed as public art in seven U.S. national parks. Read more: go.loc.gov/tKOm50PIknh @NatlParkService
Every day is #ReadABookDay at #libraries. If you're a reader, a library card is elemental. Sign up for yours today! September is #LibraryCardSignUpMonth.
Libraries work because library workers do. This #LaborDay, we're shouting out all library workers for their extraordinary service as they face an unprecedented level of harassment, threats of violence, and challenges to their expertise. ALA offices are closed in observance.
"Civic Data Literacy for Libraries: we will host six regional and one online institute[s] for library workers interested in serving as intermediaries between community members and civic data and developing civic data roles for their libraries." civic-switchboard.github.io/civic-switchbo…
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