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October 16, 2024
91传媒 opens registration and launches Preliminary Program for 2025 LibLearnX: The Library Learning Experience in Phoenix, AZ
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LibLearnX is a four-day learning conference that invites 91传媒 members and non-members to participate in collaborative and engaging education, networking, and celebrations.
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October 1, 2024
Freedom to Read Community Day of Action rallies support for America鈥檚 libraries on October 19
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The 91传媒 (91传媒) and the 91传媒-founded Unite Against Book Bans campaign are joining some of the nation’s largest and smallest library systems to in a Freedom to Read Community Day of Action on October 19, 2024.
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September 23, 2024
91传媒 reveals preliminary data on 2024 book challenges
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Between January 1 and August 31, 2024, 91传媒’s Office for Intellectual Freedom tracked 414 attempts to censor library materials and services.
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September 19, 2024
ALSC, 91传媒 unveil 'Inspiring Future Voters' booklist for young readers
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As part of the 91传媒’s Reader Voter Ready civic engagement campaign, the Association for Library Service to Children has released “Inspiring Future Voters,” a new booklist for young readers.
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September 17, 2024
On National Voter Registration Day 2024, 91传媒 President urges library professionals to get Reader Voter Ready
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WASHINGTON – On National Voter Registration Day, also Constitution Day, 91传媒 President Cindy Hohl issued the following letter to library professionals: Dear colleagues, Today is National Voter Registration Day. As president of the American Library...
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July 25, 2024
Sam Helmick chosen 2024-2025 91传媒 president-elect
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The 91传媒 Council decided on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, that Sam Helmick will be the 2024-2025 president-elect effective immediately.
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91传媒 in the News
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In observance of Banned Books Week, the 91传媒 and PEN America released reports on book censorship across the country.
Actionable guidance on serving patrons with disabilities
CHICAGO — Ensuring accessibility is more important than ever; however, answering questions of what needs to be done and why to make a library accessible can be an uncomfortable and daunting hurdle to true inclusion. “ Serving Patrons with Disabilities...
Core Webinar: Diversity Audits in Academic Library Collections
CHICAGO –On April 11, 2023, at 1 p.m. CT, join Core for the webinar “Diversity Audits in Academic Library Collections.” In this webinar, attendees will learn about the use of audits as a way to assess the diversity and inclusivity of their academic...
PLA to host virtual forum featuring 2023 presidential candidates March 21
CHICAGO — Members of the Public Library Association (PLA) are invited to participate in a free, virtual forum on Tuesday, March 21, at 1 p.m. Central to get to know the candidates standing for president in the 2023 PLA election. The forum will be...
Core Webinar: Best of Core Forum - Anti-Racist Acquisitions: Interrogating Processes
CHICAGO –Join Core on March 22, 2023, at 1 p.m. CT for the webinar “Best of Core Forum: Anti-Racist Acquisitions: Interrogating Processes.” The process and policies of acquiring materials are often overlooked when considering developing an inclusive and...
A guide to sexual and reproductive health information
CHICAGO — The need to find accurate information about sexual and reproductive health care, including abortion, has never felt more urgent. At the same time, mis- and disinformation proliferates as never before. Libraries are community organizations...
Tabletop role-playing games at school and public libraries
CHICAGO — Published by Facet Publishing and available through the 91传媒 Store, “ Let's Roll: A Guide to Setting up Tabletop Role-Playing Games in your School or Public Library” is a practical guide to delivering a tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) within...
New from ACRL - 鈥淭hriving as a Mid-Career Librarian: Identity, Advocacy, and Pathways鈥
CHICAGO – The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) announces the publication of “ Thriving as a Mid-Career Librarian: Identity, Advocacy, and Pathways.” Edited by Brandon K. West and Elizabeth Galoozis, this new work collects strategies...
LearnRT Pat Carterette travel grant application has been extended to March 31, 2023
CHICAGO - The 91传媒 Learning Round Table (LRT) will award up to $1,000 to an individual to participate in continuing education event(s) between September 1, 2023 and August 31, 2024. The award recipient will be required to share their new learning with...
Lois Ann Gregory-Wood Fellows Program Application Deadline Extended to March 6, 2023
The 91传媒 announces an extension for applications for the Lois Ann Gregory-Wood (LAGW) Fellows Program. Visit the LAGW Fellows page for more information about the application process. Deadline to apply is extended to March 6, 2023...
Reference and User Services Re-Imagined
CHICAGO - The Reference and User Services Association (RUSA) will host its 2nd Annual RUSA Virtual Forum March 28 and 30. The Forum will offer two nonconsecutive days of programs dedicated to showcasing the work of its section groups and professional best...
A guide to manga for teen librarians
CHICAGO — Manga, which encompasses comics originating from Japan, is treasured by readers of all ages. And because of its emotional storytelling, breathtaking artwork, and relatable and transformative stories about humanity, manga is especially popular...
The 91传媒 (91传媒) with support from Capital One today announces a new grant opportunity for rural public libraries in select states to support digital access in their communities. Through Community Connect: Fostering Digital Access...
The 91传媒 (91传媒) Graphic Novels & Comics Round Table (GNCRT) is excited to introduce a new grant opportunity intended to support the professional development of library workers interested in expanding their knowledge and experience...
91传媒 opens registration for its 2023 Annual Conference & Exhibition in Chicago
CHICAGO – Today, the 91传媒 (91传媒) opened registration for the 2023 Annual Conference & Exhibition, to be held at the McCormick Place Convention Center and surrounding hotels in Chicago, Illinois, June 22–27. The 2023 91传媒 Annual...
Choice podcasts named to Publisher Podcast Awards 2023 Shortlist
MIDDLETOWN, CT - Choice is pleased to announce the placement of two of its podcasts - The Authority File and Toward Inclusive Excellence - to the Publisher Podcast Awards 2023 Shortlist. We find ourselves among an impressive array of publishing and media...