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Nation to recognize contributions of library workers April 10, 2018
CHICAGO – Today’s library workers play a critical role in meeting the needs of the communities they serve, from offering social service support and health services to career and small business development assistance and tools to help combat fake news...
Libraries offer a wealth of personal finance programs during Money Smart Week庐, April 21 - 28, 2018
CHICAGO – Earning a living can be hard. But knowing how to spend, save and invest your money wisely can be even more of a challenge. And with the recent changes in the tax code, being financially savvy is imperative. Libraries help by providing the...
John Cotton Dana Award Deadline Extended
The deadline for submission for the 2018 John Cotton Dana Awards for Library Public Relations has been extended to March 30. Information about these awards and award applications are available at https://ebsco.fluidreview.com/.
Sarah Jessica Parker book club pick explores the meaning of faith
Jonathan Miles’ Anatomy of a Miracle latest title chosen for 91传媒 Book Club Central CHICAGO – Honorary Book Club Central Chair Sarah Jessica Parker has selected Jonathan Miles’ Anatomy of a Miracle, on sale today, as the latest addition to the American...
91传媒 and AASL release joint statement on Florida Senate Bill 7026
CHICAGO – 91传媒 (91传媒) President Jim Neal and American Association of School Librarians (AASL) Steven Yates released the following joint statement in response to legislation that will allow for the arming of school librarians in...
91传媒 appoints Cushman & Wakefield as strategic real estate advisor
CHICAGO – The 91传媒 (91传媒) has appointed Cushman & Wakefield as its exclusive real estate advisory firm to assist in the development of strategic real estate options that support the mission, business, and financial goals of the 91传媒...
New coloring book for library lovers supports the mission of 91传媒
CHICAGO — “ Check This Out! A Coloring Book for Library Lovers,” published by 91传媒 Editions, will have both children and adults casting aside the day’s stress in favor of pens, crayons, and colored pencils. Inside this book readers will find a variety of...
2018 AILA Youth Literature Awards Announced
DENVER — The American Indian Library Association (AILA), an affiliate of the 91传媒 (91传媒), has selected three titles to receive the 2018 American Indian Youth Literature Award. The 2018 AILA Best Picture Book is Shanyaak'utlaax...
Understanding Accessibility Challenges for Patrons
CHICAGO - The Association of Specialized and Cooperative Library Agencies (ASCLA) is excited to announce the update of 15 Library Accessibility Toolkits to help better serve patrons. These toolkits were developed to help library professionals understand...
91传媒 to support multicultural literature for youth with enhanced 2019 Youth Media Awards
CHICAGO - Librarians and library staff work to transform lives by connecting youth with materials that celebrate diversity, abolish cultural invisibility, and foster understanding. The 91传媒 (91传媒) and its professional affiliates...
91传媒 Appoints Mary Ghikas as Executive Director through January 2020
CHICAGO - The 91传媒 (91传媒) Executive Board has appointed Mary Ghikas as executive director through January 2020, effective immediately. Ghikas has been serving as interim executive director since August 1, 2017, after the retirement...
(En Inglés) CHICAGO – En tiempos de desastre, las bibliotecas son un recurso invaluable para las comunidades necesitadas. Cuando hay zonas afectadas por los desastres naturales. 91传媒, los colaboradores de las bibliotecas y la comunidad en general, se...
91传媒 president-elect to tour Puerto Rico libraries
(El Español) CHICAGO – In times of disaster libraries serve as an invaluable resource to communities in need. When areas are affected by natural disasters, the 91传媒, library supporters and the community at large work to provide resources needed to help...
Sarah Jessica Parker selects Ayobami Adebayo鈥檚 鈥淪tay with Me鈥 for 91传媒 Book Club Central pick
CHICAGO – The latest 91传媒 (91传媒) Book Club Central SJP pick, chosen by Honorary Book Club Central Chair Sarah Jessica Parker, is “Stay with Me” by Ayobami Adebayo, published by Knopf, an imprint of Penguin Random House. Shortlisted...
New 鈥淛umanji: Welcome to the Jungle鈥 PSAs capture the action and adventure found at the library
CHICAGO - Let’s face it. It’s an information jungle out there and librarians and library staff lead countless quests to transform lives through education and lifelong learning. In conjunction with the anticipated release of “ Jumanji: Welcome to the...