It’s the first day of spring: What better time to clean, declutter, and refresh one’s home, workplace, and life. Libraries are no exception. Did you know that librarians regularly remove books from libraries every year? It’s called “weeding,” and it’s an essential task for a successful, thriving library. Laura Mendez, principal librarian at Carlsbad (Calif.) City Library, explains.
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Raj Tawney is an essayist and journalist who often writes about family, food, and culture from his multiracial American perspective. His debut memoir, “Colorful Palate: A Flavorful Journey Through a Mixed American Experience,” was recently released. His second book, “All Mixed Up,” a middle grade novel, will be released fall 2024. We’re happy to have Tawney share with us the impact that libraries have had on his life and career.
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In episode two of “How I Library,” American Library Association Communications Manager and show host Phil Morehart speaks with comedian, actor, and children’s book author Jesús Trejo.
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The number of book titles targeted for censorship surged 65% in 2023, according to new data released Thursday by the American Library Association’s Office for Intellectual Freedom.
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The Oscars celebrate the rich history of cinema, so it’s no surprise that the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has a truly incredible library where it collects treasures from the film world.
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Millions of dollars are heading to libraries in small and rural communities across the country, thanks to a major grant initiative from the American Library Association (ALA). On March 4, ALA announced it would be distributing $3.6 million to 310 libraries across 45 U.S. states to help increase the accessibility of their facilities, services, and programs for people with disabilities.
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Libraries and schools across the country are experiencing unprecedented levels of attempts to ban or remove books from their shelves. I Love Libraries will continue to raise awareness by highlighting attempts to censor library materials, as well as efforts by librarians, parents, students, and concerned citizens to push back against them. This report includes news from West Virginia, Oregon, and New Jersey.
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One of the largest collections of Black history and literature in the U.S. can be found in a library in Chicago, but soon it will be accessible to everyone around the world. Thanks to a $2 million grant, nearly 300,000 pieces from the Vivian G. Harsh Research Collection will be digitized.
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Readers across the country now have unlimited access to the young-adult bestseller, “The Downstairs Girl,” as part of The New York Public Library’s (NYPL) Teen Banned Book Club. Set in Gilded Age Atlanta, Stacey Lee’s award-winning novel tells the story of 17-year-old Jo Kuan, who gets into hot water when her anonymous advice column soars.
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Join the American Library Association (ALA) and “NBC Chicago Today’s” Banned Book Club for a discussion of Jerry Craft’s award-winning graphic novel “New Kid” on Tuesday, February 27.
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