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LINEUPSeptember 27, 2023 - The Paducah SunFriends of DCPL annual fall book sale begins SaturdaySeptember 27, 2023 - The Owensboro TimesPublic Library EventsSeptember 27, 2023 - The Spencer MagnetDatebook 09-27-2023September 27, 2023 - The Sentinel-NewsDelays in reopening flooded libraries is being questionedSeptember 27, 2023 - The Mountain EagleMorgan County Public Library EventsSeptember 27, 2023 - The Licking Valley CourierLibrary CornerSeptember 27, 2023 - The Estill TribuneLibrary board hears program updatesSeptember 27, 2023 - The Casey County NewsGourds Fulfill Lifelong Wish for Artist Michelle CardinSeptember 27, 2023 - The LaRue County Herald NewsBanned Books Week 2023: Programs, Day of Action, and More September 27, 2023 - Intellectual Freedom Blog Community CalendarSeptember 26, 2023 - The Richmond RegisterALA welcomes FCC Chair Rosenworcel’s proposal to reinstate network neutrality rulesSeptember 26, 2023 - American Library AssociationThe Courier Journal mobile newsroom is heading to Fairdale. Here's when and whereSeptember 26, 2023 - Courier-JournalMental health at the fore of Living in the New Norm September luncheonSeptember 26, 2023 - Times-TribuneHealth and Safety fair to provide screenings at Ed Davis CenterSeptember 26, 2023 - News-GraphicBoone County Public Library outlines strategic plan objectivesSeptember 26, 2023 - Link NKYPC Public Library to return to drive-thru service October 9September 26, 2023 - The Falmouth Outlook Happening this weekend: Family S.T.E.A.M. Day at South Central Regional LibrarySeptember 26, 2023 - WDRBWhat’s happening at the Library: One-hit wondersSeptember 26, 2023 - The Winchester SunBig Read events continue with book discussions, collage workshopSeptember 25, 2023 - WHOPCalling the Book Awards, Recommended Reads for Latinx Heritage Month | Trending on SLJSeptember 25, 2023 - School Library JournalPublic library, paranormal museum both back open after electric mishapsSeptember 25, 2023 - The Commonwealth Journal Berea adopts utility strip ordinanceSeptember 25, 2023 - The Richmond RegisterBook Banning Debate Moves to U.S. SenateSeptember 25, 2023 - Library Journal$6.8 million investment will bring high-speed fiberoptic Internet to thousands in Bullitt CountySeptember 25, 2023 - WDRBPEN America Center CEO Suzanne Nossel on Dare to Speak September 24, 2023 - C-SPANMCCPL announces book arrivals available Tuesday, Sept. 26September 24, 2023 - WPSDThis Week in the Tri-StateSeptember 23, 2023 - The Daily IndependentThe Week in Libraries: September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 - Publishers WeeklyNew exhibit at Lexington library explores ‘redlining’September 22, 2023 - WKYTNKY Chamber of Commerce seeks speakers for talent recruiting event September 22, 2023 - Link NKY Paul Sawyier Public Library News — Sept. 25-30September 22, 2023 - The State JournalCommunity effort keeps 'Eggcited' in FrankfortSeptember 22, 2023 - The State JournalCommunity CalendarSeptember 22, 2023 - The News-EnterpriseOwen County Public Library ScheduleSeptember 22, 2023 - The News-HeraldCreating family heirloomsSeptember 22, 2023 - The News-HeraldTrimble County Library ScheduleSeptember 22, 2023 - The Trimble Banner Madison Book Fest returns SaturdaySeptember 21, 2023 - The Richmond RegisterLibrary holding costume swapSeptember 21, 2023 - The MessengerBook Bans Are Rising Sharply in Public LibrariesSeptember 21, 2023 - The New York TimesA New Blog from EveryLibrary, “Politics in Practice,” Launches on SLJSeptember 21, 2023 - School Library JournalHappenings this week in Bullitt CountySeptember 21, 2023 - The Pioneer NewsIsland NewsSeptember 21, 2023 - The McLean County NewsCommunity CalendarSeptember 21, 2023 - The Cynthiana DemocratLibrary hosts Starlight Movie Night, 3D Art ExhibitSeptember 21, 2023 - The Advocate-MessengerUpcoming events at the Jessamine County Public LibrarySeptember 21, 2023 - The Jessamine JournalKerr sworn in as new EM directorSeptember 21, 2023 - Murray Ledger & TimesThursday September 21, 2023September 21, 2023 - The Beattyville EnterpriseNew S&S Program, Books Belong, Takes Aim at Book BansSeptember 20, 2023 - Publishers WeeklyDatebook 09-20-23September 20, 2023 - The Sentinel-NewsFriends of Library receives grantSeptember 20, 2023 - The Spencer MagnetHCPL begins Lending Library Day with Henderson County SchoolsSeptember 20, 2023 - WFIE News 14Library holding historic monument bike rideSeptember 20, 2023 - The Paducah SunLINEUPSeptember 20, 2023 - The Paducah SunSeveral downtown sculptures up for saleSeptember 20, 2023 - The State JournalGarden Club of Elizabethtown members move Kids’ GardensSeptember 20, 2023 - The News-EnterpriseCelebrate Hispanic Heritage MonthSeptember 20, 2023 - The Jessamine County Public Library Library CornerSeptember 20, 2023 - The Estill TribuneCourt votes to keep tax rate intactSeptember 20, 2023 - The Springfield SunSeptember 20th, 2023September 20, 2023 - The McCreary County VoiceTracing your roots? The McCracken County Public Library might be able to helpSeptember 20, 2023 - WPSDCelebrities Sign Public Letter Pushing Hollywood Community to Speak Out Against Book BansSeptember 20, 2023 - School Library JournalLeVar Burton to lead 2023 Banned Books Week as honorary chairSeptember 20, 2023 - American Library AssociationNew Walton library taking shapeSeptember 19, 2023 - Link NKY Pirate Party this Thursday at the LibrarySeptember 19, 2023 - Z93American Library Association Releases Preliminary Data on 2023 Book ChallengesSeptember 19, 2023 - American Library AssociationIn a Blistering Opinion, Judge Officially Blocks Texas Book Rating LawSeptember 19, 2023 - Publishers WeeklyTesting kits available at library as study looks to cut down on health issues caused by radonSeptember 19, 2023 - WHOPWhat’s happening at the Library: My mentor, Stephen KingSeptember 19, 2023 - The Winchester SunOctober happenings at the Henry County Public LibrarySeptember 19, 2023 - The Henry County Local McCracken County Public Library hosts free flu shot eventsSeptember 18, 2023 - WPSDCommunity CalendarSeptember 18, 2023 - The Richmond RegisterALA Committee on Library Advocacy releases Advocacy Action Plan WorkbookSeptember 18, 2023 - American Library AssociationALA introduces new LibGuide on how to explore and use Library of Congress Digital Collections in library programmingSeptember 18, 2023 - American Library AssociationCall a Doctor: COVID-Generated Library Telehealth Programs Continue to Grow September 18, 2023 - Library JournalCounty, library tax rates to drop as growth continuesSeptember 18, 2023 - The Pioneer NewsPublic library director shares plans for renovations, upcoming programsSeptember 18, 2023 - WHOPCCPL board discusses unattended child policySeptember 18, 2023 - Murray Ledger & TimesDatebook Sept. 18, 2023September 18, 2023 - Murray Ledger & TimesMCCPL announces book arrivals available Tuesday, Sept. 19September 17, 2023 - WPSDThis Week in the Tri-StateSeptember 16, 2023 - The Daily IndependentTracie Hall Receives the 2023 Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Award for Freedom of Speech and Expression. September 16, 2023 - Roosevelt InstituteIn memory of father, Ashland native publishes, donates booksSeptember 16, 2023 - The Daily IndependentALA 2024 Scholarship Application Now OpenSeptember 15, 2023 - American Library Association2024 Jason Reynolds / Simon & Schuster Travel Grant Application Now OpenSeptember 15, 2023 - American Library AssociationThe Week in Libraries: September 15, 2023September 15, 2023 - Publishers WeeklyFriends of the Library hosting annual Used Book SaleSeptember 15, 2023 - WBKOIntellectual Freedom News 09/15/2023September 15, 2023 - Intellectual Freedom BlogTrimble County Library ScheduleSeptember 15, 2023 - The Carrollton News-DemocratPaul Sawyier Public Library News — Sept. 17-23September 15, 2023 - The State JournalTouch-A-Truck draws biggest turnout to dateSeptember 15, 2023 - Grayson County NewsCommunity CalendarSeptember 15, 2023 - The News-EnterpriseOwen County Library ScheduleSeptember 15, 2023 - The News-HeraldLexington Public Library’s Anne Donworth joins us at the tableSeptember 15, 2023 - WTVQLibrary hosts Author Visit with Robby Henson; SPARK Exhibit and 3D Art ExhibitSeptember 15, 2023 - The Advocate-MessengerJackson County Public Library Grand Opening of Outdoor ClassroomSeptember 15, 2023 - Jackson County SunFiscal Court keeps same tax ratesSeptember 15, 2023 - Pineville Sun-CourierDCPL approves optional limited access library card, Waller details book review process, citizens show support for librarySeptember 14, 2023 - The Owensboro TimesLINEUPSeptember 14, 2023 - The Paducah SunLibrary sees increase in summer programming numbersSeptember 14, 2023 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierCommunity CalendarSeptember 14, 2023 - The Cynthiana DemocratALA condemns threats of violence to Chicago-area librariesSeptember 14, 2023 - American Library AssociationAlabama Public Library Service to create list of controversial booksSeptember 14, 2023 - Kentucky TodayLots coming up at the librarySeptember 14, 2023 - Kentucky New EraMercy Health offers free flu shot events to protect community healthSeptember 14, 2023 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierLibrary sees increase in summer programming numbersSeptember 14, 2023 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierMcCracken County Library funds youth coding teams in schools throughout the countySeptember 14, 2023 - WPSD2023 National Book Award Longlists Announced September 13, 2023 - Publishers WeeklyPublic library eventsSeptember 13, 2023 - The Spencer MagnetSpencer Countian shares stories of a bye-gone townSeptember 13, 2023 - The Spencer MagnetCity, county officials discuss occupational taxSeptember 13, 2023 - The Sentinel EchoCounty tennis hub receives national nodSeptember 13, 2023 - Bowling Green Daily NewsLocal club to offer public viewing of moon, SaturnSeptember 13, 2023 - The Daily IndependentCounty tax rate is down slightly September 13, 2023 - The Mountain Eagle Henson’s debut novel focuses on healing through artSeptember 13, 2023 - The Advocate-Messenger Upcoming events at the Jessamine County Public LibrarySeptember 13, 2023 - The Jessamine Journal Library field tripSeptember 13, 2023 - Murray Ledger & TimesFiscal Court approves tax ratesSeptember 13, 2023 - The Lebanon EnterpriseSeptember 13th, 2023September 13, 2023 - The McCreary County Voice Fleming County receives $15.3 million broadband grantSeptember 13, 2023 - The Ledger IndependentCommunity CalendarSeptember 12, 2023 - The Richmond RegisterOverDrive to Launch New Hub, Other Features | Digipalooza 2023September 12, 2023 - Library JournalALA President Emily Drabinski Interviewed on The Ezra Klein Show September 12, 2023 - Library Journal’s InfoDocket Annual Kenton County Farm Tour October 1 offers NKyians an up-close look at county’s family farmsSeptember 12, 2023 - Northern Kentucky TribuneBoone County Public Library encourages membership during National Library Card Sign-Up MonthSeptember 12, 2023 - Link NKYGuest Host Anne Donworth from the Lexington Library Quizzes Lee & Dillon on Video Game TriviaSeptember 12, 2023 - WTVQIMLS Releases Research on the Accelerating Promising Practices for Small and Rural Libraries (APP) ProgramSeptember 12, 2023 - IMLSALA to distribute up to $3.6 million in grants as part of Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural CommunitiesSeptember 11, 2023 - American Library AssociationWhat’s happening at the Library: Local History WeekSeptember 11, 2023 - The Winchester SunCommunity CalendarSeptember 11, 2023 - The News-EnterpriseUnlocking Civic Knowledge: Library of Congress Game Development ChallengeSeptember 11, 2023 - Public Libraries OnlineU.S. Senate Hearing: “Book Bans: Examining How Censorship Limits Liberty and Literature”September 11, 2023 - Library Journal’s InfoDocket NKY Forum to present ‘An Inside Look at County Government’ at Campbell County Newport LibrarySeptember 10, 2023 - Northern Kentucky TribuneClassical Music Sundays: Viola and Cello DuetSeptember 10, 2023 - Smiley Pete PublishingMCCPL announces book arrivals available Tuesday, Sept. 12September 10, 2023 - WPSD This Week in the Tri-StateSeptember 9, 2023 - The Daily IndependentBig inspiration from a small-town authorSeptember 9, 2023 - The Trail BlazerLocal News in Brief: Historical tour of Ironton setSeptember 8, 2023 - The Daily IndependentThe Week in Libraries: September 8, 2023September 8, 2023 - Publishers WeeklyKCPL provides 13 ways to save with your library card during National Library Card Sign-Up MonthSeptember 8, 2023 - Northern Kentucky TribuneLocal library receives grant to help improve computer literacy among older adultsSeptember 8, 2023 - WPSDMore than 1,000 children enrolled in Imagination Library in McCracken CountySeptember 8, 2023 - WPSDIntellectual Freedom News 9/8/2023September 8, 2023 - Intellectual Freedom News BlogPaul Sawyier Public Library News — Sept. 11-16September 8, 2023 - The State JournalLocal library names new Imagination Library CoordinatorSeptember 8, 2023 - WHOPKentucky Library Hosts Film Screening Featuring Owensboro and Atlanta Based FilmmakersSeptember 8, 2023 - WBKR9.13 Local BuzzSeptember 8, 2023 - Henry County Local Datebook 09-08-23September 8, 2023 - The Sentinel-NewsBig Read officially kicks offSeptember 8, 2023 - Kentucky New EraOwen County Library ScheduleSeptember 8, 2023 - The News-HeraldTrimble County Library ScheduleSeptember 8, 2023 - The Trimble BannerGov. Beshear Makes Appointments to Kentucky Boards and CommissionsSeptember 8, 2023 - Office of the GovernorDaviess Fiscal Court agenda, Sept. 7, 2023September 7, 2023 - Messenger-InquirerWarren County Public Library presents "A Jazz Affair"September 7, 2023 - Bowling Green Daily NewsOld Fashioned Trading Days have hit the streets of WilliamsburgSeptember 7, 2023 - The Times-TribuneBestselling author coming to Bowling GreenSeptember 7, 2023 - Bowling Green Daily NewsALA announces Listening Sessions on revising Freedom to Read StatementSeptember 7, 2023 - American Library AssociationALA Applauds Confirmation of New FCC Commissioner Anna GomezSeptember 7, 2023 - American Library AssociationOktoberfest, freshArt & MothmanSeptember 7, 2023 - City of Covington Louisville's Portland library preparing to close for multimillion-dollar renovation projectSeptember 7, 2023 - WDRBLeaders should represent all people of Anderson CountySeptember 7, 2023 - The Anderson NewsLINEUPSeptember 6, 2023 - The Paducah SunDatebook 09-06-23September 6, 2023 - The Sentinel-NewsU.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón to Publish Anthology, Bring Poetry to National Parks as part of Signature Project, “You Are Here”September 6, 2023 - Library of CongressAnne Donworth and Paige Halpin Smith talk Lexington Public Library’s new branchSeptember 6, 2023 - WTVQ Library CornerSeptember 6, 2023 - The Estill TribuneHartford native’s ‘forgotten story’ detailed in new biography, author holding book signing at DCPLSeptember 5, 2023 - The Owensboro TimesCommunity CalendarSeptember 5, 2023 - The Richmond RegisterJoy in the WorkSeptember 5, 2023 - Library JournalConservative book ban push fuels library exodus from national association that stands up for booksSeptember 5, 2023 - Associated PressBook Banners May Force Closure of a Virginia Public Library October 1September 5, 2023 - Book RiotThe Courier Journal mobile newsroom is heading to Jeffersontown. Here's when and whereSeptember 5, 2023 - The Courier JournalMemory Café held at Lisa Rice LibrarySeptember 5, 2023 - WNKYWhat’s happening at the Library: National Library Card Sign-up MonthSeptember 5, 2023 - The Winchester SunBlack Patch Book Sale Continues This WeekSeptember 5, 2023 - WPKYCommunity CalendarSeptember 5, 2023 - The News-EnterpriseGeorge Coon Story WalkSeptember 5, 2023 - WPKYBoyle Library to host Smithsonian traveling exhibitSeptember 4, 2023 - The Advocate-MessengerThis Week in the Tri-StateSeptember 2, 2023 - The Daily IndependentFriends of the Grayson County Library holds first meetingSeptember 2, 2023 - Grayson County NewsSarah KinneySeptember 2, 2023 - Legacy.comDCPL's 'Unscripted' film series returns SaturdaySeptember 1, 2023 - Messenger-Inquirer2023 Library Design ShowcaseSeptember 1, 2023 - American LibrariesTexas Book Rating Law Halted by JudgeSeptember 1, 2023 - Library JournalBoone County Public Library Foundation outlines its initiativesSeptember 1, 2023 - Link NKYStory Time to return to McCracken County Public LibrarySeptember 1, 2023 - The Paducah SunHow to Alert Your School Board to Right-Wing Bad Actors: Book Censorship News, September 1, 2023September 1, 2023 - Book RiotALA Announces Staff Transitions in the Associate Executive Director RoleSeptember 1, 2023 - American Library Association2023 ALA Award WinnersSeptember 1, 2023 - American LibrariesPaul Sawyier Public Library News — Sept. 4-9September 1, 2023 - The State JournalLuna appointed library Executive DirectorSeptember 1, 2023 - Kentucky New EraOwen Public Library ScheduleSeptember 1, 2023 - The News-HeraldLibrary Board Shows Decrease in Tax Rate for 7th Straight YearSeptember 1, 2023 - The Levisa LazerTrimble County Library ScheduleSeptember 1, 2023 - The Trimble BannerFiscal Court meets, discusses county businessAugust 31, 2023 - News-Democrat & Leader Library offers new programs to all agesAugust 31, 2023 - The Advocate-MessengerHere Is the Best New Public Library in the WorldAugust 31, 2023 - Book RiotLexington Public Library to host ‘Art Swap’August 31, 2023 - WKYT“AI Policies Across the Globe: Implications and Recommendations for Libraries”August 31, 2023 - Library Journal’s Info DocketLibraries Address the Digital Divide with TelehealthAugust 31, 2023 - Public Libraries OnlineNEA Big Read set to beginAugust 31, 2023 - Kentucky New EraHarrison County Dolly Parton Imagination Library exceeds growth projectionAugust 31, 2023 - The Cynthiana Democrat Community CalendarAugust 31, 2023 - The Cynthiana DemocratFiscal Court meets, discusses county businessAugust 31, 2023 - News-Democrat & LeaderThe Joys of CookingAugust 31, 2023 - The Berea CitizenFor John Green, the Battle Over Access to Books Has Gotten Personal August 31, 2023 - The New York TimesPublic library events August 30, 2023 - The Spencer MagnetWondering what to do in September?August 30, 2023 - The Sentinel-NewsMore county tax rates setAugust 30, 2023 - The Spencer MagnetDatebook 08-30-23August 30, 2023 - The Sentinel-NewsGroup tries to educate public on climate controlAugust 30, 2023 - The Pioneer NewsLINEUPAugust 30, 2023 - The Paducah SunLibrary CornerAugust 30, 2023 - The Estill TribuneHistory comes alive at the LibraryAugust 30, 2023 - The Springfield SunThurman meet and greet scheduled Aug. 31August 30, 2023 - The LaRue County HeraldMCPL explores opening Loretto branchAugust 30, 2023 - The Lebanon EnterpriseBoundary Oak is Sept. Artist of the Month August 30, 2023 - The LaRue County HeraldAugust 30th, 2023August 30, 2023 - The McCreary County VoiceChef Jason Smith prepares selections from cookbookAugust 30, 2023 - The Sentinel EchoMcCreary 6-year-old publishes children's bookAugust 30, 2023 - The Commonwealth JournalCounty sets tax ratesAugust 30, 2023 - The Sentinel EchoBook banners in Kentucky get to work distracting librarians, hurting democracyAugust 29, 2023 - Lexington Herald-LeaderVoices of Elmwood returns Sept. 21August 29, 2023 - Messenger-Inquirer“Redefining the Library Experience: Findings From the 2023 OCLC Global Council Survey”August 29, 2023 - Library Journal’s Info DocketBoone County Public Library board explains to residents about closing of Petersburg branchAugust 29, 2023 - Northern Kentucky TribuneNew releases for Tuesday at the McCracken County Public LibraryAugust 29, 2023 - The Paducah SunMcCracken County Fiscal Court revises ordinance increasing starting rate for new deputies with previous experienceAugust 29, 2023 - WPSDAisin makes donation to the Imagination Library for Tri-County regionAugust 29, 2023 - The Times-TribuneLibrary expansion begins August 29, 2023 - The News-EnterpriseCommunity Calendar: Aug 29 - Sept. 4, 2023August 29, 2023 - The Richmond RegisterWhat’s happening at the Library: International Read a Comic Book in Public DayAugust 29, 2023 - The Winchester SunMobile service brings mammography testing to regionAugust 29, 2023 - The Carrollton News DemocratMary Wood Weldon Library Calendar of Events for SeptemberAugust 28, 2023 - WCLU RadioRequests to ban books at libraries hit 21-year high, report saysAugust 28, 2023 - WKYTAmidst Federal Lawsuit, Texas “Book Rating” Law Set to Take Effect this WeekAugust 28, 2023 - Library JournalYou’ve Heard of TikTok, But Do You Know About BookTok And LibraryTok?August 28, 2023 - Public Libraries OnlineThe First App To “Help” Libraries and Schools with Book Bans Has Arrived–It’s Not What It SeemsAugust 28, 2023 - Book RiotSeptember Is Library Card Sign-Up Month at Mary Wood Weldon Memorial LibraryAugust 28, 2023 - WCLULibraries: ‘Wonderful resource must be preserved’August 28, 2023 - The Seattle TimesDatebook Aug. 28, 2023August 28, 2023 - Murray Ledger & TimesHenderson Co. Public Library unveils new two-story muralAugust 27, 2023 - 14 News