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Celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day

January 13, 2025

The Connecticut Library Consortium and EveryLibrary are proud partners of Take Your Child to the Library Day (TYCLD), an international initiative devoted to promoting childhood literacy.

On Providing Legal Reference Assistance

January 10, 2025

Most law library information requests fall into one of three categories:  Reference Research Referral

What Do We Lose If We Lose the National Archives?

January 09, 2025

The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) stands as a vital institution, preserving the documentary heritage of the United States. It safeguards billions of records, from founding documents to the everyday accounts of ordinary Americans, ensuring that the nation’s history remains accessible and intact. But what happens if this cornerstone of democracy is lost? The consequences would be devastating and far-reaching, affecting government transparency, historical research, cultural identity, and public access to information.

The Role of the National Archives

January 09, 2025

The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is a vital institution in the United States, responsible for preserving and providing access to the nation’s most important historical records. Established in 1934, NARA serves as the official custodian of the country’s documentary heritage, ensuring the preservation of government documents and promoting public access to this wealth of information. The agency’s mission is deeply rooted in transparency, accountability, and historical preservation, making it a cornerstone of American democracy.

Tell Trump, Hands Off the National Archives!

January 09, 2025

Trump has promised to replace the Archivist of the United States because of the agency’s role in the stolen documents case against him. There's just one problem with that. She wasn't even in office at the time!

Reading2Connect: Adults with Dementia Need Books More Than Ever!

January 08, 2025

Libraries are amazing resources for adults with memory challenges and their caregivers.

Interlibrary Loan: What Is It and Why Does It Rock?

January 06, 2025

I open the tote patiently, taking a deep breath and smiling.

Holiday Cooking with Help from the Library

January 03, 2025

The holiday season has wrapped up, a time for meal prepping and discovering delicious recipes that welcome the winter months.

Get Your Career-Building Certification at the Library

December 31, 2024

As a small business owner, you’ll have to overcome plenty of hurdles to get your venture up and running. 

Library Partnerships Enhance Social Services for Their Patrons

December 26, 2024

Although their original purpose was simply to offer an assortment of books (back when the United States’ oldest public library opened its doors in 1743!), public libraries have evolved to meet the general needs of the communities they serve.
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