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8 Cool Things About the Library of Congress

July 04, 2025

The Library of Congress (LOC) is a historical institution whose origins date back to the 1800s. Now a network of campuses, collections, and media, the LOC has become a staple of the United States.

More Library Books, Fewer Nursing Homes: Invest in Libraries, Invest in Health

July 03, 2025

Researchers in Japan analyzed data from 2013 to 2021, comparing the number of books in public libraries in nineteen cities to the number of people who needed long-term care. They found a clear correlation: Cities with just one more book per person had 4 percent fewer people needing long-term care, and cities with ten more books per person had 34 percent fewer reported cases.

When Books Become Crimes: Florida’s Dangerous Censorship of Public Libraries Escalates

July 02, 2025

In a brazen display of political intimidation, the Florida State Board of Education leveled shocking allegations against school administrators. During a recent meeting, board members threatened Hillsborough County Superintendent Van Ayres with criminal prosecution if he did not immediately remove Forever by Judy Blume, along with other award-winning titles, from school libraries.

Movie Night at the Library: Your Solution for Isolation and a Tight Budget

July 01, 2025

Want a fun movie night out without breaking the bank? Unfortunately, cinemas often come with a bloated price tag and are not always conveniently located. Library movie nights are the solution to this problem! These underrated options are perfect for enjoying a free evening out.

The Spy Who Shushed Me

June 30, 2025

It isn’t often that libraries, those citadels of quiet refinement, play a role in capturing a serial killer. Yet that is what happens in the movie Se7en.

Foundational Documents: Your Library Is Your Gateway to Democracy

June 27, 2025

What makes a democracy strong? It's more than just voting. Democracy is about informed participation, shared values, and understanding the principles that bind us together as a nation.

Fun and Unique Homeschool Resources to Prevent Summer Learning Loss

June 26, 2025

Students get excited about summer break and for understandable reasons! They stay up late, enjoy the outdoors, and never worry about homework. However, the gap can lead to a challenging transition back to school for homeschoolers or children with long summer breaks. Here are a few resources for homeschoolers and summer break students to keep up with academics.

The Happiest Country in the World Invests in Public Libraries

June 25, 2025

Nordic countries have clearly found a winning formula for happiness. Finland has claimed the top spot as the world’s happiest country for the eighth year in a row, with its neighbors not far behind.

Libraries Are Changing Lives: Real Stories from Real People

June 24, 2025

Across the globe, people are walking into their local libraries and finding more than just books—they’re finding hope, a sense of belonging, and a second chance. The following links and testimonies come directly from real people whose lives have been transformed by their libraries. These real stories remind us that libraries aren't luxuries—they're essential. Now more than ever, we must fight to protect and fund the institutions that change lives every day.

Universal Design in Library Environments

June 23, 2025

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed into law by President George H. W. Bush on July 26, 1990. The act “prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in several areas, including employment, transportation, public accommodations, communications, and access to state and local government programs and services.” The ADA has undergone several updates since its implementation and will be celebrating its thirty-fifth year of implementation this July.
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