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Find out the lastest news and information about the Libraries 2020 Campaign.

Pledge To Vote For Libraries

October 08, 2020

In the upcoming weeks we will witness one of the most talked about elections of our generation, one which has only been intensified by the COVID-19 pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic has thrown everyone for a loop and have all had to learn how to adapt to the new environment that 2020 has brought. Libraries are no different. Faced with the challenge of continuing to provide resources to patrons and ensuring the community gets access to what they need, libraries and librarians have employed a vast array of creative ideas.

Libraries Answer The Challenge During COVID

September 29, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has thrown everyone for a loop. Schools, businesses, hospitals, etc. have all had to learn how to adapt to the new environment that 2020 has brought. Libraries are no different. Faced with the challenge of continuing to provide resources to patrons and ensuring the community gets access to what they need, libraries and librarians have employed a vast array of creative ideas.

Innovative Ways Libraries Are Helping Communities During COVID

September 23, 2020

Since the Coronavirus pandemic became a prevalent global presence earlier this spring, many organizations have had to adapt the way they run to keep their doors open to the community in some capacity. Libraries around the world have been especially innovative with coming up with smart and effective ways to continue serving their communities.

Even in the Digital Age, Books-by-Mail Matters for Americans

September 14, 2020

The boom in technological advancements over the past few decades have moved many forms of entertainment to online platforms. Movies are rented and downloaded within seconds. Music can be endlessly streamed. E-books mean that everything from bestsellers to car manuals are released in physical and electronic forms. It may be easy to get caught up with screens, but we’re here to remind you that even in a digital centric society, books-by-mail make life-changing impacts on many Americans

Reading for Fun — and Not Just Classwork — During COVID

September 06, 2020

When school is in session, it can be easy to get wrapped up in homework assignments, exams, and, during COVID distancing, endless Zoom calls for virtual classes. It’s a very stressful time. For many students, the joy of reading and the fun that comes from reading outside of school work could get lost. We want to remind parents and caregivers that the public library and school library offer students of any age or reading ability the books, ebooks, audiobooks, and videos that can help stressed-out kids and teens get through the new school normal.

12 Back to School Tips from Your Public Library

September 01, 2020

One thing that librarians are always advocating for is reading. With back to school season picking back up — and with the state of the world as it is right now- parents might be nervous about how to best ensure their kids are staying engaged with their learning while, most importantly, staying safe.

Can You Guess The Book By The Cover?

August 28, 2020

They say not to judge a book by its cover, but can you guess the title by the cover?

Why We Need Libraries Now More Than Ever

August 25, 2020

The oldest library on record dates back to the 7th century BC and contained 4,000-year-old artifacts. Public libraries are governmental institutions that allow us free access to tons of resources and information.

Five Tips for How to Read Again (Even When the World is Falling Apart)

August 24, 2020

It took me three months into the COVID-19 quarantine to be able to open a book again. And even then, reading it was slow-going.

What if Everyone in Town Read the Same Book?

August 21, 2020

The One Book, One Community idea sprang from the mind of Nancy Pearl, librarian and author of the Book Lust series, in 1998 during her tenure as the Director of the Washington Center for the Book at the Seattle Public Library.

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