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Boyle County Public Library activities: May 16-23May 13, 2026 - The Advocate-MessengerLINEUPMay 13, 2026 - The Paducah SunCommunity CalendarMay 13, 2026 - The News-EnterpriseBoone County Public Library receives $25,000 grant for interactive outdoor space at Hebron branchMay 13, 2026 - Northern Kentucky TribuneBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your Library May 13, 2026 - Messenger-InquirerJessamine County Public Library events May 13, 2026 - The Jessamine JournalLawrence Co. Public Library: Changes Will Be Made (To Upcoming Budget)May 13, 2026 - The Levisa LazerWhat’s happening at the libraryMay 13, 2026 - The Winchester SunCrafting for the fun of itMay 13, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsCelebrate May with Friends of the Library May 13, 2026 - The Casey County NewsAnnual Color Run funMay 13, 2026 - The Lebanon EnterpriseBriefs for May 13May 13, 2026 - The Casey County NewsCommunity CalendarMay 13, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsTown CrierMay 12, 2026 - The Eagle PostNew Report From EveryLibrary Institute: “Library Patron Privacy in the Age of Artificial Intelligence”May 12, 2026 - Library Journal’s Info DocketAuthor Kim Michele Richardson reflects on literacy, history and ‘My Kentucky Moonlight School’May 12, 2026 - Northern Kentucky TribuneIt Is the Summer of Stories at Campbell County Public Library May 12, 2026 - Link NKYAppeals Court Denies Petition to Rehear Book Ban CaseMay 12, 2026 - Publishers Weekly Kite Festival to return May 16 May 12, 2026 - The News-GraphicRoaring into summerMay 12, 2026 - The Cynthiana DemocratCommunity briefsMay 11, 2026 - The Oldham EraEveryLibrary Launches Read. Lead. RUN! May 11, 2026 - Library JournalRowan County Library working to address growing need in online safety coursesMay 11, 2026 - WLEXJoin the Quest: Legendary Readers @ WCPL Starts 5/18May 11, 2026 - SOKY HappeningsCheck out what’s happening at the library this week!May 11, 2026 - Z93Iron Baby Angel highlighted for 2026 seasonMay 10, 2026 - The Advocate-MessengerOwen library calendarMay 10, 2026 - The News-HeraldWCPL hosts Puppy Pace 5K in Smiths GroveMay 9, 2026 - Bowling Green Daily NewsUK law student explores 1930 killing of Ed DoneghyMay 9, 2026 - The Advocate-MessengerPaul Sawyier Public Library News — May 10-16, 2026 May 9, 2026 - The State JournalHealth Department invites community to farmers' marketMay 9, 2026 - The Paducah SunJudge presents $60 million budget for court in 2026-27May 9, 2026 - Kentucky New EraMay edition: 'Bluegrass Books' with Jessamine County Public LibraryMay 9, 2026 - WLEX This Week in the Tri-StateMay 9, 2026 - The Daily IndependentCampbell County Library offers reading challenges — 1,000 Books before Kindergarten (and more)May 8, 2026 - Northern Kentucky TribunePride Month in US Libraries: How to Prepare and Help Track Targeted Attacks in 2026, Book Censorship News, May 8, 2026May 8, 2026 - Book RiotLexington priest helps raise money to replace stolen books from Luna LibraryMay 8, 2026 - WDKYIntellectual Freedom News 5/8/2026May 8, 2026 - Intellectual Freedom BlogSemiquincentennial celebrated at MW Spring FestivalMay 7, 2026 - The Pioneer NewsNorthern Kentucky History Day at Kenton’s Erlanger branch library to celebrate America250May 7, 2026 - Northern Kentucky TribuneCorbin Public Library spotlights literacy programs and community resources at RotaryMay 7, 2026 - The Times-TribuneLogan County Public Library strengthens community ties through diverse, free adult programmingMay 7, 2026 - News-Democrat & LeaderLibrary NotesMay 7, 2026 - The Cadiz Record‘Things were going dark left and right’: the race to save US government datasets before they’re deletedMay 7, 2026 - The GuardianRoadmap to RetirementMay 7, 2026 - WCLUIt’s gonna be “May” at your public libraryMay 6, 2026 - The Casey County NewsObserving Older Americans Month at the Senior CenterMay 6, 2026 - The Casey County NewsCommunity Calendar May 6, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryMay 6, 2026 - The Herald-NewsKentucky Humanities Announces 2026 Great Reads SelectionsMay 6, 2026 - Kentucky HumanitiesLINEUPMay 6, 2026 - The Paducah SunCommunity CalendarMay 6, 2026 - The News-EnterpriseLexington Public Library presents Jazz at the LibraryMay 6, 2026 - WTVQOlive Hill to purchase garbage truckMay 6, 2026 - The Carter County TimesKHIC to visit Whitesburg to discuss small business loansMay 6, 2026 - The Mountain EagleMaddie FlanneryMay 6, 2026 - The Times-TribuneDatebook: May 6, 2026May 6, 2026 - The Murray Ledger & TimesWhat’s happening at the libraryMay 6, 2026 - The Winchester SunAdult Crafting – Todd County LibraryMay 6, 2026 - WEKTYin Yang Pop-Up – Todd County Library May 6, 2026 - WEKTKentucky Virtual Library expands services statewideMay 6, 2026 - Kentucky TodayWarren County Public Library Board of Trustees names Alex Love as executive director May 6, 2026 - WNKYFrom Empathy to Action: Building Allyship Through Middle Grade BooksMay 6, 2026 - Public Libraries OnlinePublic Library Prepares for Huge Expansion ProjectMay 6, 2026 - The Edmonson VoiceCorbin library hosts book signing on May 7May 6, 2026 - The News JournalCampbell County Public Library eyes larger Alexandria branch for growing communityMay 6, 2026 - WCPOLaufey takes center stage as honorary chair of Library Card Sign-up Month 2026May 5, 2026 - American Library AssociationTown CrierMay 5, 2026 - Kentucky New EraMcCracken County Public Library to host 'Why Mozart Matters'May 5, 2026 - WPSDTrimble County Public Library May Events & ProgramsMay 5, 2026 - The Carrollton News-Democrat10-year-old with autism publishes alphabet book to help kids read and support first respondersMay 5, 2026 - WLEXStudent Reading App Sora Reports on Digital Literacy TrendsMay 5, 2026 - Publishers Weekly Kraus, Li, Lepore Among 2026 Pulitzer Prize WinnersMay 5, 2026 - Publishers Weekly HCCHS Choir serve as final performance in library seriesMay 5, 2026 - The MessengerAnnual Book Giveaway returns with Celebrate LiteracyMay 5, 2026 - The MessengerCapacity crowd gathers in Lebanon Jct.May 5, 2026 - The Pioneer NewsSummer Reading Schedule at ACPL: Unearth a StoryMay 5, 2026 - The Columbia Magazine Here are the JCPL events for the week of 5/11May 5, 2026 - The Jessamine JournalCelebrate Children’s Book Week this Week at the Library!May 5, 2026 - Z93Follett Content Expands Adult Catalog Depth and Adds Street Date Capabilities for Public LibrariesMay 5, 2026 - Library JournalWarren County Public Library hosts local election forumMay 4, 2026 - WNKY‘Unearth a Story’: Weldon library launches bookmark design contest May 4, 2026 - WCLUThis Week at the Library May 4, 2026 - Z93Grant Opportunities for School and Public LibrariesMay 4, 2026 - School Library JournalMovers & Shakers 2026May 4, 2026 - Library JournalOwen County Library calendar of events May 3, 2026 - The News-HeraldCampbell County Library seeking applications for open board of trustees position; application deadline May 31May 3, 2026 - The Northern Kentucky TribunePoets laureate gather for Kentucky Writers' DayMay 2, 2026 - The State JournalPaul Sawyier Public Library News — May 3-9, 2026May 2, 2026 - The State JournalThis Week in the Tri-StateMay 2, 2026 - The Daily IndependentMcCracken County Public Library new releasesMay 2, 2026 - The Paducah SunPennyroyal Arts Council expands free movies at AlhambraMay 1, 2026 - Kentucky New EraMcCracken County Public Library to collect donations for the humane society May 1, 2026 - WPSD55 Moments That Redefined LibrarianshipMay 1, 2026 - American LibrariesWhy These Librarians Are Running for State Political Office–And You Should, Too: Book Censorship News, May 1, 2026May 1, 2026 - Book RiotIntellectual Freedom News 5/1/2026May 1, 2026 - Intellectual Freedom BlogGlasgow residents share ideas for future of Mary Wood Weldon Memorial LibraryMay 1, 2026 - WCLUALA, SHLB partners disappointed with FCC decision to impose new E-Rate bidding portalApril 30, 2026 - American Library Association Banned Books Week 2026 Artwork UnveiledApril 30, 2026 - American Library AssociationCommunity CalendarApril 30, 2026 - The Central Kentucky News-JournalHistorical society plans Juneteenth, second street eventApril 30, 2026 - The Advocate-MessengerLibrary prepares for summer programs as 2025 stats releasedApril 30, 2026 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierGoodnight NookApril 30, 2026 - The Franklin FavoriteDCPL gearing up for summer activities April 30, 2026 - The Messenger-InquirerChildren bring imagination to life by creating their own book April 30, 2026 - The News-EnterprisePublic library eventsApril 30, 2026 - The Spencer MagnetLeslie Clarke Patterson CliffordApril 30, 2026 - The Cynthiana DemocratCommunity CalendarApril 29, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsThe curious case of oddly specific wordsApril 29, 2026 - The Casey County NewsSummer food programs setApril 29, 2026 - The Casey County NewsSaying goodbye to Echoes of MortalityApril 29, 2026 - The Springfield SunThreads of Faith April 29, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsCharles, Camilla and a Pooh Gift for the N.Y. Public Library April 29, 2026 - The New York TimesLINEUPApril 29, 2026 - The Paducah SunBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your Library April 29, 2026 - Messenger-InquirerCommunity CalendarApril 29, 2026 - The News-EnterpriseWhat’s happening at the libraryApril 29, 2026 - The Winchester SunYoga With Kristi This Afternoon at the LibraryApril 29, 2026 - Z93County conducts first reading of FY27 budget April 29, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsALA Workers Move to UnionizeApril 29, 2026 - American LibrariesCommunity calendarApril 28, 2026 - The State JournalUpcoming Jessamine County Public Library eventsApril 28, 2026 - The Jessamine JournalKBC seeking blood donations ahead of ‘trauma season’April 28, 2026 - The News-GraphicSign up for the Girls Who Code Coming up at the LibraryApril 28, 2026 - Z93City of Covington Celebrates Graduation of Inaugural Mayor’s Academy ClassApril 28, 2026 - City of Covington Man allegedly chased youths at high speed in vehicle through library park/playground areaApril 28, 2026 - The Mt. Sterling AdvocateHBG, ACLU Collaborate on Reading and CivicsApril 28, 2026 - Publishers Weekly The Capitol hosts ‘Farm to Front Porch’April 28, 2026 - WNKYHelping Hands: Educators Share the Mutual Benefits of Kid VolunteersApril 27, 2026 - Publishers WeeklyOldham County joins Kentucky’s Liberty Tree initiativeApril 27, 2026 - The Oldham EraOwen County Library calendarApril 27, 2026 - The News-HeraldKid Librarians – April 2026April 27, 2026 - Muhlenberg County Public LibrariesThis Week at the LibraryApril 27, 2026 - Z93Granny knows best — Teens trade screens for ‘Grandma Era’ hobbies and learn new skillsApril 26, 2026 - Northern Kentucky TribuneSoil Conservation Donates to BCPLApril 26, 2026 - The Jackson-Breathitt County Times-VoiceTown CrierApril 25, 2026 - The Eagle PostPaul Sawyier Public Library News — April 26-May 2, 2026April 25, 2026 - The State JournalThis Week in the Tri-StateApril 25, 2026 - The Daily Independent14 Book Censorship Posts to Revisit: Book Censorship News, April 24, 2026April 24, 2026 - Book Riot'We are just here to help people' — McCracken County Public Library hosts job fairApril 24, 2026 - The Paducah SunHenry County Public Library gears up for summer programsApril 24, 2026 - The Henry County Local Candidates come to Eminence to meet the votersApril 24, 2026 - The Henry County Local Derby fashion takes center stage at Library of CongressApril 24, 2026 - Spectrum NewsIntellectual Freedom News 4/24/2026April 24, 2026 - Intellectual Freedom BlogHow to get ticket for first Henderson Hospitality SummitApril 24, 2026 - WEHTChurch embraces sustainability with Green Chalice initiativeApril 24, 2026 - The Mayfield MessengerPublic library eventsApril 23, 2026 - The Spencer MagnetSpring Festival celebrating nation's 250th birthday April 23, 2026 - The Pioneer NewsStudents, adults learn about sustainability at Calvert City 'hidden gem'April 23, 2026 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierCommunity CalendarApril 23, 2026 - The Central Kentucky News-JournalFarmers market to open next week at downtown pavilion April 23, 2026 - Kentucky New EraVendor News Roundup | PLA 2026April 23, 2026 - Library JournalIllinois Bill Would Stop Publishers from Charging Libraries More Than Public For E-Books and AudiobooksApril 23, 2026 - Library Journal’s Info DocketNorthern Kentucky Education Council honors NKY educators with 2026 Excellence in Education Awards April 23, 2026 - Northern Kentucky TribuneFour Questions for Randi SmithApril 23, 2026 - Publishers Weekly Louisville mayor proposes $1.1B budget with big focuses on parks, libraries and affordable housingApril 23, 2026 - WDRBCity of Morehead aiming to boost local literacy rates by constructing new children's little libraryApril 23, 2026 - WLEXA new park two centuries in the makingApril 23, 2026 - The Pioneer NewsGoodnight Nook April 23, 2026 - Franklin FavoriteSunrise Spotlight: WCPL presents New York Times best-selling author Jen Hatmaker April 23, 2026 - WNKYCelebrating Earth Day at the LibraryApril 22, 2026 - The Casey County NewsMary Todd Lincoln visits local libraryApril 22, 2026 - The Springfield SunFriends of the Library makes $5,000 donationApril 22, 2026 - The Casey County NewsReece and Wheeler are 'Little Librarians' for AprilApril 22, 2026 - The Casey County NewsCelebrate rural libraries this week April 22, 2026 - Messenger-InquirerBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryApril 22, 2026 - The Herald-NewsAmerica 250 Liberty Tree Dedication set for May 16April 22, 2026 - The Herald-NewsFiscal Court proclaims National Day of PrayerApril 22, 2026 - The Herald-NewsBoone County Public Library inviting community to help shape future of the Florence BranchApril 22, 2026 - Northern Kentucky TribuneCommunity CalendarApril 22, 2026 - The News-EnterpriseFriends of the McCracken County Public Library to hold vintage book saleApril 22, 2026 - The Paducah SunLINEUPApril 22, 2026 - The Paducah SunWhat’s happening at the library April 22, 2026 - The Winchester SunCalvert City celebrates Earth DayApril 22, 2026 - WPSDJohnson County Public Library hosts Garden party, announces spring programs April 22, 2026 - The Paintsville HeraldLibrary working through policy changes April 22, 2026 - Messenger-InquirerUpcoming activities at the Boyle County LibraryApril 22, 2026 - The Advocate-MessengerLibrary closed for reorganizationApril 21, 2026 - The Central Kentucky News-JournalCommittee approves demolition permit for Mid City Mall - Developers were told to address three things before they could get the demolition permit.April 21, 2026 - WHAS11Town CrierApril 21, 2026 - The Eagle PostJessica Perry and Cia Scott - Paris-Bourbon Co Public Library National Library WeekApril 21, 2026 - WKYTFormer Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden cheered as she wins Authors Guild honorApril 21, 2026 - Associated PressThe Covington Word Walk Takes Literacy to the StreetsApril 21, 2026 - The Cincinnati MagazineJCPL events for the week of 4/27/26 April 21, 2026 - The Jessamine JournalEveryday Kentucky On The Go | More about Smithsonian exhibit at Woodford County Library April 21, 2026 - WKYTEveryday Kentucky On The Go | Smithsonian exhibit comes to Woodford County LibraryApril 21, 2026 - WKYT New Report from the American Library Association “The State of American Libraries: A Snapshot of 2025”April 20, 2026 - Library Journal’s Info Docket Community comes together for Earth Day celebrationApril 20, 2026 - The Winchester SunCommunity comes together for Earth Day celebrationApril 20, 2026 - The Winchester SunCommunity participates in Reforest Frankfort SaturdayApril 20, 2026 - The State JournalKentucky Career Center to hold job fair at the McCracken County Public LibraryApril 20, 2026 - WPSDEmily Moon and Eva Grossi - National Library Week and Derby Day Celebration Jessamine Co Public Library April 20, 2026 - WKYTLouisville Free Public Library expands telescope lending programApril 20, 2026 - WHAS11ALSC releases 2026 Summer Reading ListsApril 20, 2026 - American Library AssociationAmerican Library Association releases 2025 Most Challenged Books List as National Library Week BeginsApril 20, 2026 - American Library AssociationNational Library Week April 19-25April 20, 2026 - The Murray Ledger & TimesItalian Luncheon Fundraiser Friday to Support George Coon Public LibraryApril 20, 2026 - WPKYThis Week at the Public LibraryApril 20, 2026 - Z93KSO’s Men in Black Brass Quintet to visit local area high school and libraries, thanks to ArtsWave grantApril 19, 2026 - Northern Kentucky TribuneOwen County Library calendar April 19, 2026 - The News-HeraldFriends of Library planning benefit book sale next monthApril 18, 2026 - The Central Kentucky News-JournalEarth Day Celebration Wednesday April 18, 2026 - The Kentucky StandardMcCracken County Public Library new releasesApril 18, 2026 - The Paducah SunPaul Sawyier Public Library News — April 19-25, 2026April 18, 2026 - The State JournalThis Week in the Tri-StateApril 18, 2026 - The Daily IndependentBook readers on a mission to grow collections at book saleApril 17, 2026 - The News-EnterpriseCONington (a special Gaming Convention) is coming to Mainstrasse next week; family-friendly funApril 17, 2026 - Northern Kentucky TribuneFriends of the Graves County Public Library spring sale raises funds, supports early literacyApril 17, 2026 - WPSDAmerican Library Association Applauds Congressional Efforts to Expand Library Access for Incarcerated IndividualsApril 17, 2026 - American Library AssociationIntellectual Freedom News 4/17/2026April 17, 2026 - Intellectual Freedom BlogEveryday Kentucky On The Go | Paul Sawyier Public LibraryApril 17, 2026 - WKYTEveryday Kentucky on The Go |More about Paul Sawyier Public Library April 17, 2026 - WKYTLocal buzzApril 17, 2026 - The Henry County Local Bank makes donation to help Northern Kentucky library with upgradesApril 17, 2026 - WKRCThe Battle Over Funding Imagination Library Grows: Book Censorship News, April 17, 2026April 17, 2026 - Book RiotTrump’s 2027 budget aims to shutter the NEA, NEH and IMLS for good: L.A. arts and culture this weekend April 17, 2026 - The Los Angeles TimesDolores Anne Maria Schwartz Leigh April 17, 2026 - The Bourbon County CitizenNew Club Schedules its First Meeting at the Library April 17, 2026 - Z93Local filmmakers to talk film on KET's 'Kentucky Life'April 16, 2026 - Messenger-InquirerFormer Kentucky Court of Appeals Judge Robert W. Dyche III dies at 75April 16, 2026 - WYMT Library NotesApril 16, 2026 - The Cadiz RecordPaducah’s Park Night Out and farmers' market returnApril 16, 2026 - WPSDScott County Public Library: Reading the weatherApril 16, 2026 - The News-GraphicCCPL Board approves 2026-27 budgetApril 16, 2026 - The Murray Ledger & TimesGoodnight Nook April 16, 2026 - Franklin FavoriteCalendarApril 15, 2026 - The Lebanon EnterpriseMusic at the Mill set for May 8April 15, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsCommunity CalendarApril 15, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald News'Hope is the Thing with Feathers'April 15, 2026 - The Casey County NewsBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryApril 15, 2026 - The Herald-NewsBluey and Bingo visit Trimble library to cap spring break weekApril 15, 2026 - The Trimble BannerPet Therapy April 15, 2026 - The Carrollton-News DemocratCommunity CalendarApril 15, 2026 - The News-EnterpriseSpring Tea tickets available April 20!April 15, 2026 - Muhlenberg County Public LibrariesUpcoming Boyle County Public Library activitiesApril 15, 2026 - The Advocate-MessengerMcCracken County Humane Society to hold Shelter Slumber PawtyApril 15, 2026 - WPSDLINEUPApril 14, 2026 - The Paducah SunTown CrierApril 14, 2026 - Kentucky New EraSLJ Joins Publishers, Advocates Opposing H.R. 7661April 14, 2026 - School Library JournalEarth Week events aim to bring community togetherApril 14, 2026 - The News-GraphicEveryday Kentucky On The Go | Scott County Public LibraryApril 14, 2026 - WKYTEveryday Kentucky on The Go | More about the Scott County Public LibraryApril 14, 2026 - WKYTLC Public Library Approves Strategic PlanApril 14, 2026 - The Levisa LazerSubmissions Closing Soon for Library's Robert Penn Warren Writing CompetitionApril 14, 2026 - WEKT