The Library of Congress is home to a vast collection of archival audio and video recordings—and now, thanks to the innovative Citizen DJ project, musicians of all skill levels can remix this extensive historical material into unique beats and songs. After debuting as a demo in May, Citizen DJ is now fully launched and available to the […]
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During the COVID-19 pandemic, people everywhere are turning to the web for school, work, and community—but for the 33 million U.S. households without a home internet connection, getting online isn’t so simple. Since lockdown began in March 2020, libraries have gotten creative to promote digital equity and access; supporting the American Library Association (ALA) is
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In honor of Thanksgiving, we asked I Love Libraries readers and the American Library Association’s social media followers to reflect on why they’re grateful for their libraries. Responses ranged from cherished childhood memories to stories of how libraries have gone above and beyond during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are a few of the highlights: “Growing up in
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‘Tis the season for Black Friday and Cyber Monday promotions everywhere you turn—but amid all the ads for once-a-year sales, don’t forget that your local library offers the biggest savings of all. Your library card is far more powerful than any coupon code: every day of the year, your library can save you tons of
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COVID-19 has upended life as we know it, but libraries have been going above and beyond to continue serving their communities during these unprecedented times. By expanding their online resources, offering contactless pickup, and hosting socially distant programming, libraries have found safe ways to keep patrons engaged, informed, and entertained. Here are just a few
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Looking for great gifts for the teens in your life? The Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) has released their long-awaited list of Outstanding Books for the College Bound (OBCB) for this year. Every five years, a group of public, high school, and college and university librarians come together to review countless fiction and nonfiction titles targeted
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Looking for great gifts for your loved ones this holiday season? Books always make for perfect presents, and librarians have expert reading recommendations for all your friends and family. Below, you’ll find tons of links to librarian-curated book lists and awards, featuring a wide array of diverse titles for readers of all ages. (To really
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If you’re hoping to expand your horizons while self-isolating at home, try learning a new language with help from your local library—you can access language learning resources and programs all for free with a library card. Check out your library’s online catalog to see what introductory textbooks and dictionaries they have in your target language.
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History buffs can navigate to the British Library’s online collection to explore a stunning array of archival maps, architectural drawings, and other geographical treasures. The library’s digitization team has worked for seven years to make the Topographical Collection of King George III freely accessible to all online. The materials depict cities, islands, and oceans around the world
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The American Library Association (ALA) and the Freedom to Read Foundation (FTRF) have teamed up with Humble Bundle to create an amazing opportunity for readers to make a difference in the world. They’re offering an incredible collection of diverse books for a fraction of their $800+ sticker price, and a portion of the proceeds will
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