The 2023 Public Library Technology Survey report is out from Public Library Association (PLA). Nearly half of libraries now lend internet hotspots, and 95% offer digital literacy training. https://lnkd.in/gjSrJ3ww “Virtually all technology offered in the library—ranging from scanners to assistive technology for people with disabilities to smart objects that support science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) learning—increased from the 2020 survey." --PLA President Michael Lambert.
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Has a librarian made a difference in your life? Nominate them for the #ILoveMyLibrarian Award for a chance to receive $5,000 and the honor of a lifetime. Learn more and submit your nomination: https://bit.ly/3uVK4V0
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Bringing Civility Back to Civic Life: Public libraries can strengthen community and democracy through the practice of bridgebuilding #ALAAC24 https://lnkd.in/ey9zhij2
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ALA Council delivered a strong message opposing censors at ALA Annual Conference: “We want to speak loudly with one voice: Let people read what they want to read. The founders of our country knew that a democracy could only thrive with an educated electorate. Nefarious forces want to tear down our First Amendment rights. Well, you’re going to have to go through us first.” ALA President Emily Drabinski #UniteAgainstBookBans https://lnkd.in/gHEAFdQD
American Library Association Council strongly reaffirms freedom for all to read freely
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Attending #ALAAC24? Join us tomorrow night 6/28 for the second annual Rally for the Right to Read: Voters Unite Against Book Bans featuring keynote speaker Hanif Abdurraqib! #UniteAgainstBookBans with other attendees for an inspiring evening dedicated to celebrating the essential work of librarians in defending the freedom to read: https://lnkd.in/g_zgWHsN
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Saturday thru Monday, you can view great documentaries, trailers, and shorts at the ALA Annual Now Showing @ ALA! film program. Add them to your conference schedule today! https://bit.ly/3W9Tp9L Not registered? You can't miss out on all the fun. Sign up today!
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Hanif Abdurraqib's "A Little Devil in America" won the 2022 Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Nonfiction. During his acceptance speech, he spoke about how libraries had both shaped his life and saved his life. He'll be giving the keynote address at this year's Rally for the Right to Read at ALA Annual Conference. We can't wait to hear what he has to say. https://lnkd.in/g_zgWHsN #UniteAgainstBookBans
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We're thrilled to announce that acclaimed actress, singer, and the voice of Princess Tiana in the Disney film "The Princess and the Frog," Anika Noni Rose, will close the ALA 2024 Annual Conference & Exhibition! She'll discuss her debut picture book "Tiana's Perfect Plan," a charming tale that takes Princess Tiana on a never-before-seen New Orleans adventure. Register Today. https://lnkd.in/gAWhUqaZ
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ICYMI: Throughout the month of June, ALA President Emily Drabinski has been on a nationwide journey, documenting the vital work that libraries do. We can't wait to get a sneak peek of the video at her President’s Program on Sunday, June 30th at #ALAAC24! 🎥 https://lnkd.in/gtTuVwe8 #HonkIfYouLoveLibraries
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