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Public Libraries Have Been Struggling to Keep Their Buildings Safe for over 20 Years

March 10, 2026

Since 2003, public libraries have been prohibited from using a major source of funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to cover construction fees that help keep patrons, buildings, and contents safe.

Your Library Is a Hub for Civic Engagement

March 06, 2026

Learning how to participate in your community—whether that means understanding how government works or recognizing misinformation online—has become more important than ever. Yet many people aren’t sure where to start. News coverage can feel overwhelming, and online searches often lead to more confusion than clarity.

Fortunate Collision Spaces — Libraries as Wellness Hubs

March 03, 2026

There are so many surveys going on at any given time in the UK NHS that it can sometimes feel overwhelming. One of the more manageable ways to interpret the results is to look at particular themes, including well-being in the workforce. Another survey that assesses well-being is the annual General Medical Council survey, which allows doctors to provide feedback on their experiences within the NHS.

This is a Defining Moment for Your Freedom to Read.

March 02, 2026

This is a defining moment for your freedom to read. H.R. 7661 would allow the federal government to ban books and regulate your right to read nationwide.

More Than 1,000 Libraries Celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day 2026

February 27, 2026

On Saturday, February 7, 2026, more than 1,087 libraries across 49 states and Canada celebrated the fifteenth annual Take Your Child to the Library Day (TYCLD). Storytimes, scavenger hunts, LEGO builds, and visits from therapy dogs filled children’s rooms from Alaska to Delaware.

School Library Musings: A Day in the Life of a Teacher-Librarian (Part 2)

February 26, 2026

Walking into the library at Casa Grande High school in California each morning just before 8:00 a.m., teacher-librarian Nathan Libecap is often greeted by 200+ students who have been there since the first bus dropped them off at 7:30. Under the watchful eye of library assistant Yvonne Glasscoe, these students are completing school work, reading, or just hanging out in the largest classroom in the school.

School Library Musings: A Day in the Life of a Library Tech (Part 1)

February 24, 2026

For more than thirty years, Denise Britton has worked at a small, rural school in Sonoma County, California. She started as a substitute yard supervisor, helped in the kitchen serving meals, and then settled into the paraprofessional role of instructional assistant.

Libraries Are Solving the Food Insecurity Crisis

February 20, 2026

There is likely no insecurity more damaging to the human psyche than food insecurity. Its immediate and long-term effects make it one of the most devastating conditions to endure. This problem worsens exponentially when entire communities are affected, demanding intervention from organizations able to understand and engage with local populations. This is where public libraries come into the picture.

Books Behind Bars: A Small Idea Making a Big Difference for Families

February 17, 2026

Walking into a jail for a family visit can feel cold and tense. The lights, the noise, and the long security steps can overwhelm anyone—especially children clinging to a parent, struggling to make sense of the moment.

Libraries as Entrepreneurial Launchpads

February 13, 2026

Are you looking for a career change? Do you have ideas for the business of your dreams? Being an entrepreneur can be exciting, but it can also come with challenges. If you’ve been struggling to get started, consider looking into your local public library. To celebrate National Entrepreneurship Week, we’re looking at all the ways libraries can support aspiring entrepreneurs.
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