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LINEUPMarch 4, 2026 - The Paducah SunCommunity CalendarMarch 4, 2026 - The News-EnterpriseOverDrive Taps Digital Strategy Expert Marc DeBevoiseMarch 4, 2026 - Publishers WeeklyLibrary welcomes the community to Echoes of MortalityMarch 4, 2026 - The Springfield SunGod willing and the creek don’t riseMarch 4, 2026 - The Casey County NewsCommunity CalendarMarch 4, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryMarch 4, 2026 - The Herald-NewsPrepare your little one with kindergarten life skills courtesy of the Lexington Public LibraryMarch 4, 2026 - WTVQYoga with Kristi This Afternoon at the Public Library March 4, 2026 - Z9311th Annual Frank X Walker Festival underway in DanvilleMarch 4, 2026 - The Advocate-Messenger150 years later, meat falls from the sky again in this Kentucky countyMarch 4, 2026 - Lexington Herald-LeaderTown CrierMarch 3, 2026 - Kentucky New EraLibrarians Supporting Immigrant Students, and More Library NewsMarch 3, 2026 - Book RiotBlock releases memoir on his decades in pediatric careMarch 3, 2026 - The Kentucky StandardLocal Library, Murray State Team Up to Mark Women’s History Month with FREE Lecture on NOW’s 60-Year LegacyMarch 3, 2026 - Marshall County DailyRichmond declares March as "Be a Children's Champion Month"March 3, 2026 - The Richmond RegisterMarch 4, 2026March 3, 2026 - The McCreary JournalLibrary Hosting K-Pop Party March 3, 2026 - Z93Showing Up | Editorial March 2, 2026 - Library JournalThe Ensh*ttification of the Institute of Museum and Library Services Trucks On: What’s Happening and What You Can DoMarch 2, 2026 - Book RiotSmithsonian's traveling Americans exhibit now at Carroll Public LibraryMarch 2, 2026 - The Madison CourierHow Northern Kentucky is commemorating America's 250th birthdayMarch 2, 2026 - WVXUFleur de Bee: Louisville spellers buzz into regional showdownMarch 2, 2026 - Spectrum NewsStudents, volunteers promote literacy as National Read Across America Week beginsMarch 2, 2026 - WPSDAirport Libraries Take OffMarch 2, 2026 - American LibrariesGood for BusinessMarch 2, 2026 - American Libraries Newsmaker: Mychal ThreetsMarch 2, 2026 - American LibrariesLibrary of Congress Resources | Teaching America at 250March 2, 2026 - School Library JournalThis Week in the Tri-StateMarch 2, 2026 - The Daily IndependentLove on a Leash at the libraryMarch 2, 2026 - The Cynthiana DemocratThis Week at the Public LibraryMarch 2, 2026 - Z93Your Local Library Probably Loans More Than Books—Including Cake Pans and Garden ToolsMarch 1, 2026 - Good HousekeepingOwen County Library calendarMarch 1, 2026 - The News-HeraldPaul Sawyier Public Library News — March 1-7, 2026February 28, 2026 - The State JournalMcCracken County Public Library new releasesFebruary 28, 2026 - The Paducah SunWomen's History Month, International Women's Day to be marked at PSPLFebruary 28, 2026 - The State JournalWhat to do in Hopkins County: March RoundupFebruary 28, 2026 - The Dawson Springs ProgressFamily Fun Saturday: Checkmarks, history museum partner for literacy eventFebruary 28, 2026 - Messenger-InquirerPaducah nonprofit event offers resources during McCracken County K-CountFebruary 27, 2026 - The Paducah SunHost Applications Open for 2027 Children's Literature Lecture Featuring Kwame Alexander February 27, 2026 - American Library Association18 Book Censorship Posts to Revisit: Book Censorship News, February 27, 2026February 27, 2026 - Book RiotIntellectual Freedom News 2/27/2026February 27, 2026 - Intellectual Freedom BlogSeed Library returns March 2!February 27, 2026 - Muhlenberg County Public LibrariesPACE Marathon 2026 Hosted by Warren Co. Public Library And Warren Co. Parks and RecFebruary 27, 2026 - WBKOLibrary NotesFebruary 26, 2026 - The Cadiz RecordPublic library eventsFebruary 26, 2026 - The Spencer MagnetKY Science Center, PNC, officially open local library exhibitFebruary 26, 2026 - The Pioneer NewsLibrary NotesFebruary 26, 2026 - The Cadiz RecordGoodnight NookFebruary 26, 2026 - Franklin FavoriteCommunity Events & AnnouncementsFebruary 26, 2026 - Franklin FavoritePublisher presents McCracken Fiscal Court with award for bicentennial bookFebruary 26, 2026 - The Paducah SunGetting Libraries Online: 30 Years of E-Rate AdvocacyFebruary 26, 2026 - Library JournalALA denounces federal book banning billFebruary 26, 2026 - American Library AssociationMCC, Dawson Springs partnering for AI courseFebruary 26, 2026 - The Dawson Springs ProgressLINEUPFebruary 25, 2026 - The Paducah SunNew Report From IFLA: “Weak Signals: Emergent and Potential Trends Shaping the Future of Libraries”February 25, 2026 - Library Journal’s Info DocketNational Library Lovers’ MonthFebruary 25, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsMarch into your public libraryFebruary 25, 2026 - The Casey County NewsMarian CarlsonFebruary 25, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsClaudette RateauFebruary 25, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsCommunity CalendarFebruary 25, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsRealism in every detail: McBride’s art of patience, precisionFebruary 25, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsMassive window replacement underway at Caudill Library February 25, 2026 - The Mountain EagleBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryFebruary 25, 2026 - The Herald-NewsMuseum of Science and History to host free Family Fun SaturdayFebruary 25, 2026 - Messenger-InquirerKCPL Receives DAR DonationFebruary 25, 2026 - The Mountain Advocate‘Storybook Gala’ aims to support free child’s book program in HendersonFebruary 25, 2026 - WEHTResolution supports Imagination LibraryFebruary 25, 2026 - Kentucky New Era ALA Names Grant Winners for National Mobile Literacy Initiative with Simple Mobile February 25, 2026 - American Library AssociationCommunity CalendarFebruary 25, 2026 - The Central Kentucky News-JournalTown CrierFebruary 24, 2026 - Kentucky New EraTurning the page on National Library Lovers MonthFebruary 24, 2026 - The News-EnterpriseCommunity CalendarFebruary 24, 2026 - The News-EnterpriseFebruary 25, 2026February 24, 2026 - The McCreary JournalNewport to continue annual $15k contribution to Red Bike programFebruary 24, 2026 - Link NKYThe library will celebrate Read Across AmericaFebruary 24, 2026 - Z93 Lawmakers look to expand Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in KentuckyFebruary 24, 2026 - WAVEXtra in the Nati: Free indoor Friday night at Kenton LibraryFebruary 24, 2026 - Fox19HCCPL Youth Librarian receives statewide recognitionFebruary 23, 2026 - WHOPCommunity calendarFebruary 23, 2026 - The State JournalBest-selling author Keith O’Brien to return for Campbell Co. Library’s March 6 Signature SeriesFebruary 23, 2026 - Northern Kentucky TribuneQuestion from friends at the Adair County Public Library February 23, 2026 - Columbia MagazineJCPL events for the week of March 2nd | Jessamine JournalFebruary 23, 2026 - The Jessamine JournalThis Week at the LibraryFebruary 23, 2026 - Z93 ‘Eggs-plorers’ needed for Easter at Lakeview ParkFebruary 22, 2026 - The State JournalNeeded Wintry Items Places at certain Jackson LocationsFebruary 22, 2026 - The Jackson-Breathitt County Times-VoiceThis Week in the Tri-StateFebruary 21, 2026 - The Daily IndependentMcCracken County Public Library new releasesFebruary 21, 2026 - The Paducah SunPaul Sawyier Public Library News — Feb. 22-28, 2026 February 21, 2026 - The State JournalFloyd library celebrating National Library MonthFebruary 21, 2026 - The Floyd County ChronicleOwen County Public Library calendarFebruary 21, 2026 - The News-Herald“A Story from the Metropolitan” brings Paducah's Black history to lifeFebruary 20, 2026 - The Paducah SunThe Disappearance of Young Adult Books and Services in Public Libraries: Book Censorship News, February 20, 2026February 20, 2026 - Book RiotIntellectual Freedom News 2/20/2026February 20, 2026 - Intellectual Freedom BlogDriver Licensing Services to Resume at Jackson Regional Office Beginning Monday, Feb. 23February 20, 2026 - The Jackson-Breathitt County Times-VoiceLibrary Shares Upcoming March’s Programs February 20, 2026 - Z93Nonprofit Public Libraries Ordered to Shut Down Passport ServicesFebruary 20, 2026 - Library JournalA daughter of Eminence shares her Black historyFebruary 20, 2026 - The Henry County Local Community CalendarFebruary 19, 2026 - The Central Kentucky News-JournalKentucky series will celebrate America’s 250th birthdayFebruary 19, 2026 - The News-EnterpriseStitched in History: The Enduring Legacy of Logan County’s African American HomemakersFebruary 19, 2026 - Franklin FavoriteGoodnight NookFebruary 19, 2026 - Franklin FavoriteCommunity Events & AnnouncementsFebruary 19, 2026 - Franklin FavoriteTown CrierFebruary 19, 2026 - Kentucky New EraLINEUPFebruary 19, 2026 - The Paducah SunFollett Content Makes Hires, Investments to Accelerate Public Library StrategyFebruary 19, 2026 - Library JournalThis Weekend in #LoveTheCov 2/19/26February 19, 2026 - City of CovingtonLoving on the local libraryFebruary 19, 2026 - The Henry County Local Public Library EventsFebruary 19, 2026 - The Spencer Magnet5 things to do in the Louisville area the weekend of Feb. 20-22February 19, 2026 - WDRBFort Thomas Girl Scouts take pedestrian safety proposal to city hall February 19, 2026 - Link NKYBoard Games and Brownies this Afternoon at the Library February 19, 2026 - Z93Pizza Hut Slice of Literacy Grant awarded to local libraryFebruary 19, 2026 - The News JournalLocal News in Brief: AARF adoption event SaturdayFebruary 19, 2026 - The Daily IndependentMarch into the library this month for programs fit for allFebruary 19, 2026 - The Henry County Local Student written book takes center stageFebruary 18, 2026 - The Advocate-MessengerNational Library Lovers’ MonthFebruary 18, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsLibrary gets clean auditFebruary 18, 2026 - The Casey County NewsLisa WilliamsFebruary 18, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsTschakha ChirungaFebruary 18, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsWhat’s happening at the libraryFebruary 18, 2026 - The Winchester SunCommunity CalendarFebruary 18, 2026 - The News-EnterpriseLibrary NotesFebruary 18, 2026 - The Cadiz RecordBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryFebruary 18, 2026 - The Herald-NewsSchool, Public Library Collaborations Benefit Staff and StudentsFebruary 18, 2026 - School Library JournalScience in Play2Go exhibit at Central LibraryFebruary 18, 2026 - The Pioneer NewsResearch-based Information and Media Literacy Resource Hub LaunchedFebruary 18, 2026 - OCLC’s Web JunctionTrimble County Public Library March Events & ProgramsFebruary 18, 2026 - The News-DemocratA Regency BrunchFebruary 18, 2026 - WCLUPainting Valentine FigurinesFebruary 18, 2026 - The Estill TribuneMildred LawsonFebruary 18, 2026 - The Times JournalCommunity Calendar February 17, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsKentucky by Heart: Events and venues to explore Kentucky’s history from across the CommonwealthFebruary 17, 2026 - The Northern Kentucky Tribune41 Outstanding International Books for Young People from the USBBYFebruary 17, 2026 - School Library JournalHCMPL loves annual cupcake decorating competition February 17, 2026 - The MessengerBranching Out: Crescent Hill Library’s spring makeover takes rootFebruary 17, 2026 - Spectrum NewsUpcoming JCPL eventsFebruary 17, 2026 - The Jessamine JournalLet’s Celebrate! Mardi Gras and Lunar New Year Activities Today at the LibraryFebruary 17, 2026 - Z93Discover Oldham’s trailblazers and freedom seekers during Black History MonthFebruary 16, 2026 - The Oldham EraMichelle Young: Beyond the Bachelorette at Warren County Public LibraryFebruary 16, 2026 - WBKOOwen County Library calendarFebruary 15, 2026 - The News-HeraldMonks create sand painting at Paul Sawyier Public LibraryFebruary 15, 2026 - The State JournalMcCracken County Public Library new releasesFebruary 14, 2026 - The Paducah SunInternational Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) Releases Marrakesh Monitoring Report 2026February 14, 2026 - Library Journal’s InfoDocketNow protected as historical site, former arts center to go up for auctionFebruary 14, 2026 - The Commonwealth JournalPaul Sawyier Public Library News — Feb. 15-21, 2026 February 14, 2026 - The State JournalFree Yoga Class Coming to McCracken County Public Library on Valentine’s DayFebruary 14, 2026 - WSILLocal librarian wins Outreach AwardFebruary 13, 2026 - The Spencer MagnetLocal News in Brief: Deadline for beekeeping class nearsFebruary 13, 2026 - The Daily IndependentALA praises bill to protect passport acceptance services in nonprofit librariesFebruary 13, 2026 - American Library AssociationGraphic Novels & Comics Round Table accepting applications for 2026 Comics Librarian Conference Travel GrantFebruary 13, 2026 - American Library AssociationInvesting in improved serviceFebruary 13, 2026 - The Central Kentucky News-JournalOver 5K Scott County students have more access to books February 13, 2026 - The News-GraphicJoin the Library Staff Today with Q-tip Painting ClassFebruary 13, 2026 - Z93Danville expands Sister Cities Commission with nine new membersFebruary 12, 2026 - The Advocate-Messenger Library partners with Stilley House for second annual 'Senior' PromFebruary 12, 2026 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierCalvert City prepares for fourth annual Coffee and Chocolate FestivalFebruary 12, 2026 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierLibrary to host interactive exhibit highlighting Black Civil War soldiers.February 12, 2026 - The Cynthiana DemocratCCPL Board confirmed financial safeguard practicesFebruary 12, 2026 - Murray Ledger & TimesSilent disco a hit at local library’s pajama partyFebruary 12, 2026 - The Henry County LocalAmerica 250: It starts with youFebruary 12, 2026 - The Henry County LocalCulinary Mushroom workshop at RCPL on March 12 February 12, 2026 - Columbia MagazineCovington author Kareem Simpson’s new book is all about hidden stories — now revealedFebruary 11, 2026 - Northern Kentucky TribuneCommunity CalendarFebruary 11, 2026 - The News-EnterpriseLibrary NotesFebruary 11, 2026 - The Cadiz RecordChrissy DeSpainFebruary 11, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsThank You for Your PatronageFebruary 11, 2026 - The Casey County NewsLibrary seeks public input for future offeringsFebruary 11, 2026 - The Casey County NewsNational Library Lovers’ MonthFebruary 11, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsTaylor RichardsonFebruary 11, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsSix more weeks of winter?February 11, 2026 - The Casey County NewsGeorge Coon Winter Special Collections SaleFebruary 11, 2026 - WPKYWhat’s Happening at the Library February 11, 2026 - The Winchester SunALA’s ‘Recharging’ Conference Addresses Professional Pain PointsFebruary 11, 2026 - Publishers WeeklyBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryFebruary 11, 2026 - The Herald-NewsFiscal court approves purchase of transport vansFebruary 11, 2026 - The Carter County TimesLC Public Library Now Has a Sewing MachineFebruary 11, 2026 - The Levisa LazerA Painting ClassFebruary 11, 2026 - The Estill TribuneGrab your PJs! 'Llama Llama' headed to Louisville library for special eventFebruary 11, 2026 - WDRBLegal aid disaster clinics available for 2021 tornado survivorsFebruary 11, 2026 - WEHT‘Willing to listen.’ FCPS considers industrial revenue bond for more Lexington housingFebruary 11, 2026 - Lexington Herald-LeaderTown CrierFebruary 10, 2026 - Kentucky New EraBoone County Public Library awarded a National Endowment for the Arts Grant for America250: arts projects honoring the National Garden of American HeroesFebruary 10, 2026 - Link NKYAmanda Woods Named New Director of ACPLFebruary 10, 2026 - The Citizen-TimesLINEUPFebruary 10, 2026 - The Paducah SunOne Year of the Trump Administration, and More Library UpdatesFebruary 10, 2026 - Book RiotFebruary 11, 2026 February 10, 2026 - The McCreary JournalPair of Fundraisers set to raise money for Imagination LibraryFebruary 9, 2026 - WSONLibrary Celebrates Black History Month with Movies and Local SpeakerFebruary 9, 2026 - WKDZSetting AI PolicyFebruary 9, 2026 - Library JournalEntries open for 2026 Frank X Walker arts festivalFebruary 9, 2026 - The Advocate-MessengerMcCracken County Library host workshop on grant incentivesFebruary 9, 2026 - WPSDCelebrate Black History Month in the Local 6 regionFebruary 9, 2026 - WPSDKentucky bill aims to make public drag performances a crimeFebruary 8, 2026 - WHAS11Paul Sawyier Public Library News — Feb. 8-14, 2026February 7, 2026 - The State JournalMcCracken County Public Library new releasesFebruary 7, 2026 - The Paducah SunOwen County Library calendar of eventsFebruary 7, 2026 - The News-HeraldUnlock your family history at GCPL using FamilySearch February 7, 2026 - Grant County NewsHCCPL receives $10,000 gift from Carnegie CorporationFebruary 6, 2026 - Kentucky New EraTashi Kyil Tibetan Buddhist monks returning to FrankfortFebruary 6, 2026 - The State JournalKentucky Foundation for Women announces winners of the inaugural KFW Writer’s Prize February 6, 2026 - Link NKY Mayfield community honors Black History MonthFebruary 6, 2026 - The Mayfield MessengerIntellectual Freedom News 2/6/2026February 6, 2026 - Intellectual Freedom BlogPlanning for the future at the NKADD community forumFebruary 6, 2026 - Grant County NewsFederal Funding for Libraries PrevailsFebruary 6, 2026 - American Libraries30 Years of E-RateFebruary 6, 2026 - American LibrariesFour Freedom to Read Bills to Follow Right Now: Book Censorship News, February 6, 2026February 6, 2026 - Book RiotGabehart appointed new RCPL DirectorFebruary 6, 2026 - Laker Country 104.9 SUNY University at Albany, Urban Libraries Council Project Examines Libraries’ Role in AIFebruary 5, 2026 - Library JournalCurious (and Critical) About AI | EditorialFebruary 5, 2026 - Library JournalFree birdwatching program set for Feb. 7 at Boyle County Public LibraryFebruary 5, 2026 - The Advocate-Messenger3 ways to mark Black History Month in Hardin County February 5, 2026 - The News-EnterpriseGoodnight Nook February 5, 2026 - The Franklin FavoriteLove & MarriageFebruary 5, 2026 - The Sentinel NewsWebster County Public LibraryFebruary 5, 2026 - The Journal-EnterpriseLibrary seeks vendors for Mini-ConFebruary 5, 2026 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierPopup driver's license event at Livingston County Public LibraryFebruary 5, 2026 - WPSDWeldon library to host adult spelling beeFebruary 5, 2026 - WCLUCCPL TRAINING DAY: February 5, 2026February 5, 2026 - The Murray Ledger & TimesJackson Driver Licensing Regional Office Resumes In-Person Service Monday at New Temporary LocationFebruary 5, 2026 - The Beattyville EnterpriseJoin the Library Staff Next Week with Q-tip Painting ClassFebruary 5, 2026 - Z93Community CalendarFebruary 4, 2026 - The News-EnterpriseFebruary drive gathers supplies supporting foster youthFebruary 4, 2026 - The Paducah SunNational Library Lovers’ MonthFebruary 4, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsLibrary board approves HVAC service, hears reportsFebruary 4, 2026 - The Casey County NewsLoveless is "Little Librarian" for February February 4, 2026 - The Casey County NewsA day in the life of a librarianFebruary 4, 2026 - The Casey County NewsCommunity Calendar February 4, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsLarinda DeSpainFebruary 4, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsAndrew CoyFebruary 4, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryFebruary 4, 2026 - The Herald-NewsPLA Prepares for the Unprecedented in Minneapolis February 4, 2026 - Publishers WeeklyHidden Gems: welcome to Clinton, KY!February 4, 2026 - WPSDAnimal Sculptures Class Happening this Afternoon at the Library February 4, 2026 - Z93LJ Talks to 2027–28 ALA Presidential Candidates Tamika Barnes and Becky CalzadaFebruary 4, 2026 - Library Journal Community Calendar February 4, 2026 - The Central Kentucky News-JournalLouisville libraries get boost to expand early literacy programsFebruary 4, 2026 - WDRBLibrary leadership changing with resignationsFebruary 3, 2026 - Bowling Green Daily NewsLINEUPFebruary 3, 2026 - The Paducah SunTown CrierFebruary 3, 2026 - Kentucky New EraAmerican Library Association Council elects two members to Executive Board for 2026-2029 termFebruary 3, 2026 - American Library AssociationThe Copyright ConversationFebruary 3, 2026 - Library JournalBlack History Month 2026 events for the Louisville, southern Indiana area February 3, 2026 - WDRBCelebrate Black History Month in the Local 6 regionFebruary 3, 2026 - WPSDFree tax preparation services available at Boyle County Public LibraryFebruary 3, 2026 - The Advocate-MessengerDatebook: February 3, 2026February 3, 2026 - The Murray Ledger & TimesJCPL events for the week of Feb 9thFebruary 3, 2026 - The Jessamine JournalFree Sweetheart Pancake Breakfast Happening Valentine’s Day at the Public LibraryFebruary 3, 2026 - Z93International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) Publishes Guidelines for Green LibrariesFebruary 2, 2026 - Library Journal’s Info DocketBowling Green Community Defense goes publicFebruary 2, 2026 - College Heights HeraldFour Things You Need to Know: February 02, 2026 February 2, 2026 - WNKYWinterfest 2026 to be hosted at The CapitolFebruary 2, 2026 - WNKYPLA announces pre-conference programmingFebruary 2, 2026 - American Library AssociationGetting Creative with Summer Reading ProgramsFebruary 2, 2026 - School Library Journal Warren County opens warming centers as the cold continuesFebruary 2, 2026 - WBKOMary Lou SimonsFebruary 1, 2026 - Moore & Parker Funeral HomesOwen County Public Library calendarFebruary 1, 2026 - The News-Herald