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Deputy Secretary of Labor Installed as Acting Director of the IMLSMarch 21, 2025 - Publishers WeeklyA Message from the PLA President Regarding IMLSMarch 20, 2025 - Public Libraries OnlineBridgeton Tea Party Happening this Afternoon at the LibraryMarch 20, 2025 - Z93Community Celebrated 10 Years of Dolly’s Imagination LibraryMarch 20, 2025 - Z93Town CrierMarch 20, 2025 - Kentucky New EraLINEUP March 20, 2025 - The Paducah SunLibrary makes upgrades to combat rising number of youth in foster careMarch 20, 2025 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierLibrary NotesMarch 20, 2025 - The Cadiz RecordCommunity CalendarMarch 20, 2025 - The Cynthiana Democrat Public library eventsMarch 20, 2025 - The Spencer MagnetSCPL so much more than just booksMarch 20, 2025 - The Spencer MagnetLearning and livelihoods in jeopardyMarch 20, 2025 - The Sentinel-NewsLibraries respond to executive order eliminating fundingMarch 20, 2025 - WPSDFree Comic Book DayMarch 19, 2025 - Programming LibrarianWilkerson discusses history of local library at Chamber meetingMarch 19, 2025 - Laker 104.9Westerfield discusses possible library funding cutsMarch 19, 2025 - Laker 104.9Jessamine County Public Library eventsMarch 19, 2025 - The Jessamine JournalPaducah's Dogwood Trail to kick off with new paths, narrated history tourMarch 19, 2025 - WPSDNew vending machine brings healthy food to Louisville's Shawnee LibraryMarch 19, 2025 - WDRBAmerica’s public libraries call for Congress to stand up for the Institute of Museum and Library ServicesMarch 19, 2025 - American Library Association Kentucky lawmakers supported these 13 bills. But they didn’t pass before the veto periodMarch 19, 2025 - Lexington Herald-LeaderBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryMarch 19, 2025 - The News-Herald“Trump Directs Cuts to Library Funding” (ALA President Cindy Hohl Speaks to “Here & Now” From WBUR/NPR)March 19, 2025 - Library Journal’s Info DocketCommunity CalendarMarch 19, 2025 - The News-EnterpriseWhat’s In a Name?March 18, 2025 - Public Libraries OnlineCommunity Notes Wednesday, March 19March 18, 2025 - The Kentucky StandardWhat's happening this weekMarch 18, 2025 - Messenger-InquirerLexington Public Library prepares for possible budget cutsMarch 18, 2025 - WKYTRoundup: Library Funding and Trump’s Executive Order (Press Reports)March 18, 2025 - Library Journal’s Info DocketTrump cuts could mean Kentucky libraries, universities and museums lose millionsMarch 18, 2025 - Lexington Herald-LeaderTim Jones Named 2025 School Librarian of the YearMarch 18, 2025 - School Library JournalDistrict-wide art showcase featured at public libraryMarch 18, 2025 - The Winchester SunAI in the NewsMarch 17, 2025 - Library JournalMake a National Library Week ZineMarch 17, 2025 - Programming LibrarianThis Week at the Library! March 17, 2025 - Z93Former Poet Laureate, award-winning novelist Crystal Wilkinson to deliver UK Libraries’ 2025 Prichard LectureMarch 17, 2025 - University of Kentucky NewsALA awards $3.5 million in library accessibility funding to 300 small and rural libraries in third round of grant initiativeMarch 17, 2025 - American Library AssociationALSC Opens Applications to Host the 2026 Children’s Literature LectureMarch 17, 2025 - American Library AssociationWarren County Public Library to host free veteran’s claims clinicMarch 17, 2025 - WBKORoundup: Statements in Response to Executive Order Impacting the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)March 17, 2025 - Library Journal’s Info DocketWhat Happens to Libraries if IMLS Goes Away?March 17, 2025 - Library JournalMCCPL announces upcoming book arrivals — March. 16, 2025March 16, 2025 - WPSDFEMA preservation teams in KentuckyMarch 16, 2025 - WTVQGrant County children's librarians can't stop smilingMarch 15, 2025 - Grant County NewsCommunity CalendarMarch 15, 2025 - The Commonwealth JournalThis Week in the Tri-StateMarch 15, 2025 - The Daily Independent“Book Bans in American Libraries: Impact of Politics on Inclusive Content Consumption”March 15, 2025 - Library Journal’s Info DocketALA statement on White House assault on the Institute of Museum and Library Services March 15, 2025 - American Library AssociationIntellectual Freedom News 3/14/2025March 14, 2025 - Intellectual Freedom BlogLibrarian Criminalization Bills Are Growing, But They’re Not New: Book Censorship News, March 14, 2025March 14, 2025 - Book RiotLibrary programmingMarch 14, 2025 - The News-HeraldPaul Sawyier Public Library News — March 16-22, 2025March 14, 2025 - The State JournalMeet Julia TevisMarch 14, 2025 - The Sentinel-NewsFriends of Paul Sawyier Public Library to offer two $2000 scholarshipsMarch 14, 2025 - The State Journal City of Covington seeking items for time capsuleMarch 14, 2025 - Link NKYPublic Library EventsMarch 13, 2025 - The Spencer MagnetFiscal Court brings Tater Day back to the squareMarch 13, 2025 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierCCPL Board discusses strategic planMarch 13, 2025 - Murray Ledger & TimesSt. Patrick’s, Blood Moon fest & ritualsMarch 13, 2025 - City of CovingtonAt Kenton County library, discover Kentucky Women in history through books, online resourcesMarch 13, 2025 - Northern Kentucky TribuneRedevelopment continues in Louisville's West End with Parkland Library, community centerMarch 13, 2025 - Courier-JournalLouisville Free Public Library director to retire after 28 years with the libraryMarch 13, 2025 - Courier-JournalEKU University Singers close out tour at Laurel County Public LibraryMarch 13, 2025 - The Sentinel EchoLogan County Library honors Margaret Munday during Black History MonthMarch 13, 2025 - News-Democrat & LeaderNation to Celebrate Library Workers, April 8, 2025March 12, 2025 - American Library AssociationCommunity Events CalendarMarch 12, 2025 - The Ledger IndependentBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryMarch 12, 2025 - The Herald-NewsFriends of the Library news for March and moreMarch 12, 2025 - The Casey County NewsSandusky is March's 'Little Librarian'March 12, 2025 - The Casey County NewsTurning spools of plastic into works of art March 12, 2025 - The LaRue County Herald NewsCommunity CalendarMarch 12, 2025 - The LaRue County Herald NewsCommunity calendar March 12, 2025 - The Central Kentucky News-JournalLouisville celebrates 100 years of 'The Great Gatsby' with special events, exhibits March 12, 2025 - WDRBLibrary CornerMarch 12, 2025 - The Estill TribuneA sneak peak at the Lexington Public Library’s Collected Memory ExhibitMarch 12, 2025 - WTVQDCPL providing opportunities for homeschooled childrenMarch 12, 2025 - Messenger-InquirerNew Orientation Video for Battle of Richmond Visitors Center premieres at Madison County Public LibraryMarch 12, 2025 - The Richmond RegisterTeen Week returns to DCPL with resume workshop, job fair opportunitiesMarch 11, 2025 - The Owensboro TimesLINEUPMarch 11, 2025 - The Paducah SunPublic library aims to stimulate imagination with new playsetsMarch 11, 2025 - WPSDFlood recovery efforts underwayMarch 11, 2025 - Appalachian News-ExpressTown CrierMarch 11, 2025 - Kentucky New EraRenewals to Rededications: Libraries on the Ballot 2024March 11, 2025 - Library JournalCommunity CalendarMarch 11, 2025 - The News-EnterpriseFree Cradle School program provides support, group connection for children before they enroll in schoolMarch 11, 2025 - The Advocate-MessengerLibrary Staff Re-Organized, Raises to Workers ResultsMarch 11, 2025 - The Levisa LazerMcLib Front & Center: Traditional Irish MusicMarch 11, 2025 - WKMSTaking steps toward riverport projectMarch 11, 2025 - The Daily IndependentLibrary Futures Investigates Content Bans in Research DatabasesMarch 10, 2025 - Publishers WeeklyIn Focus: Lexington Public Library hosts Women's History Month Film SeriesMarch 10, 2025 - Spectrum NewsThis Meyzeek Middle School student just qualified for the Scripps National Spelling Bee againMarch 10, 2025 - WHASComing up in March from 250LexMarch 10, 2025 - Lexington-Fayette Urban County GovernmentJessamine County Public Library eventsMarch 10, 2025 - The Jessamine JournalThe Week’s Programs at the LibraryMarch 10, 2025 - Z93Boone County Library hosts 19th annual early childhood fairMarch 9, 2025 - Spectrum NewsMCCPL announces upcoming book arrivals — March. 9, 2025March 9, 2025 - WPSDThis Week in the Tri-StateMarch 8, 2025 - The Daily IndependentCommunity CalendarMarch 8, 2025 - The Commonwealth JournalBefore the internet, how the LA Public Library helped readers pick their next novelMarch 8, 2025 - NPRPaul Sawyier Public Library News — March 9-15March 8, 2025 - The State JournalMcCracken County Public Library new releasesMarch 8, 2025 - The Paducah SunDisaster Recovery Centers Open in Breathitt, Clay CountiesMarch 7, 2025 - FEMABig Red Reads promotes county public library resourcesMarch 7, 2025 - College Heights HeraldKnow Any Stellar Library Workers? Time to Nominate Them as Stars!March 7, 2025 - American Library AssociationStrength in Every Story: Empowering Women in Libraries Complimentary WebinarMarch 7, 2025 - American Library AssociationALA president-elect candidate Andrea Jamison withdraws candidacyMarch 7, 2025 - American Library AssociationIntellectual Freedom News 3/7/2025 March 7, 2025 - Intellectual Freedom BlogHow to Identify Credible Sources—A Skill More Crucial Than Ever: Book Censorship News, March 7, 2025March 7, 2025 - Book RiotLibrary programmingMarch 7, 2025 - The News-HeraldFormally Invited to the Bridgeton Tea Party Coming up at the LibraryMarch 7, 2025 - Z93Library NotesMarch 6, 2025 - The Cadiz RecordPublic library eventsMarch 6, 2025 - The Spencer MagnetTown CrierMarch 6, 2025 - Kentucky New EraPembroke contractor to build sheriff's facilityMarch 6, 2025 - The Eagle PostLINEUPMarch 6, 2025 - The Paducah SunCommunity CalendarMarch 6, 2025 - The News-EnterpriseBoard Games & Brownies Coming up at the LibraryMarch 6, 2025 - Z93Hughes, Lewis, Hatter to give lectures over next two weeksMarch 6, 2025 - The State JournalBonded Spirit & cleanup info sessionMarch 6, 2025 - City of CovingtonPaying it forward: YA/Children Services Librarian Banta honored for growing programs, credits those who impacted her childhoodMarch 5, 2025 - The Henry County Local Beyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryMarch 5, 2025 - The News-HeraldBoone Co. Public Library to host Early Childhood Fair Saturday at Main Library in BurlingtonMarch 5, 2025 - Northern Kentucky Tribune2nd graders in Lexington and a Knott County senior replace books lost to Kentucky floodsMarch 5, 2025 - Lexington Herald-Leader Friends of Libraries to host March book sales across the Local 6 regionMarch 5, 2025 - WPSDDiscover a new passion at your libraryMarch 5, 2025 - The Casey County NewsCommunity CalendarMarch 5, 2025 - The LaRue County Herald NewsFormer UK beat writer, author visits areaMarch 5, 2025 - The Daily Independent8 local ways to get kids to love readingMarch 4, 2025 - Lou TodayUnite Against Book Bans Grows Book Résumé Database for Challenged BooksMarch 4, 2025 - Publishers Weekly Job services available at the Kenton County Library March 4, 2025 - Fox 19A Library of Things! Stop by Next Tuesday and Discover the New Things at the LibraryMarch 4, 2025 - Z93City Council Approves Free Library Cubes in Parks, Advances Park Lighting ProjectMarch 3, 2025 - WPKYMore disaster recovery centers openMarch 3, 2025 - WYMTMarshall County Public Library hosts ramen-making eventMarch 3, 2025 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierLocal author holds book signingMarch 3, 2025 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierCorbin Public Library annex building officially dedicatedMarch 3, 2025 - News JournalSpectrum of Leadership: Finding ways to embrace change—for ourselves and othersMarch 3, 2025 - American LibrariesGreen LendingMarch 3, 2025 - American LibrariesExciting Program Happening This Week at the Library!March 3, 2025 - Z93What’s Up, What’s Down | Budgets and Funding 2025 March 3, 2025 - Library JournalBoswell’s library board reform bill passes SenateMarch 2, 2025 - The Owensboro TimesAn inkling towards inkle loomsMarch 2, 2025 - Grant County NewsRead Across America 2025March 2, 2025 - The Murray Ledger & TimesThis Week in the Tri-StateMarch 1, 2025 - The Daily IndependentParkland Library hosts 'Family Fun Day' after reopening this week in LouisvilleMarch 1, 2025 - WDRBStory by Story 2025 season begins TuesdayMarch 1, 2025 - The State JournalMcCracken County Public Library new releasesMarch 1, 2025 - The Paducah SunProfile: “This Treasure Chest Is Being Opened” Carla Hayden on Leading the Library of Congress”February 28, 2025 - Library Journal’s Info Docket14 Book Censorship Posts to Revisit: Book Censorship News, February 28, 2025February 28, 2025 - Book RiotFinding Our Way: How We Navigated the Chaos and Challenges of COVID-19 | 5 Years OnFebruary 28, 2025 - School Library JournalIntellectual Freedom News 2/28/2025February 28, 2025 - Intellectual Freedom BlogLibrary ProgrammingFebruary 28, 2025 - The News-HeraldAmerican Library Association and Gallup release new diversity studyFebruary 27, 2025 - American Library AssociationChildren's Champions Month brings back Kids Mall Madness and moreFebruary 27, 2025 - The Richmond RegisterDatebookFebruary 27, 2025 - The Sentinel-NewsSTEAM month returns to Campbell County Public Library in March with fun for the whole familyFebruary 27, 2025 - Northern Kentucky TribuneWarren County Public Library to host scam awareness meetingFebruary 27, 2025 - WNKYStilley House and library hold ‘Senior’ promFebruary 27, 2025 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierAmid censorship, spending fights, bill would give more library control to KY politiciansFebruary 27, 2025 - Lexington Herald-LeaderMost banned books feature people of color and LGBTQ+ people, report findsFebruary 27, 2025 - The GuardianPEN America Report Zooms in on School Year 2023–2024 Book BansFebruary 27, 2025 - Publishers WeeklySpring into free March Events at the Kenton County Public LibraryFebruary 27, 2025 - Link NKYWildflowers, plogging & Mardis GrasFebruary 27, 2025 - City of CovingtonWeekly SpotlightFebruary 27, 2025 - The News-EnterpriseLawrence County Public Library Expanding Outreach ServicesFebruary 27, 2025 - The Levisa LazerWhat do you love about your library?February 26, 2025 - The LaRue County Herald NewsLooking for a job? The Kenton County Public Library offers many resources that can help in your searchFebruary 26, 2025 - Northern Kentucky TribuneCommunity CalendarFebruary 26, 2025 - The LaRue County Herald NewsLibrary board hears audit and program newsFebruary 26, 2025 - The Casey County NewsBlood pressure kits now available at McCracken County Public LibraryFebruary 26, 2025 - The Paducah SunBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your Library February 26, 2025 - The Herald-NewsBringing Tabletop Role-Playing Games to the LibraryFebruary 26, 2025 - School Library JournalMarch happenings at the Henry County Public LibraryFebruary 26, 2025 - The Henry County LocalFree health screenings at the public library’s downtown branchFebruary 25, 2025 - WTVQTrimble County Public Library Programs for MarchFebruary 25, 2025 - The Trimble BannerCore Webinar - Elevate Your Writing with Artificial Intelligence Powered AssistantsFebruary 25, 2025 - American Library Association Library board preparing 2025/26 budgetFebruary 25, 2025 - The Appalachian News-ExpressCynthia Leitich Smith to deliver 2026 Children’s Literature LectureFebruary 25, 2025 - American Library AssociationALA announces applications for third year of the Building Library Capacity GrantsFebruary 25, 2025 - American Library AssociationDeadline Extended until March 15th-EBSCO ALA Conference Sponsorship Call for NominationFebruary 25, 2025 - American Library AssociationLINEUPFebruary 25, 2025 - The Paducah SunLouisville leaders hold session for community members needing help with Section 8 housing February 25, 2025 - WDRBTown CrierFebruary 25, 2025 - Kentucky New EraJapanese Culture ClubFebruary 25, 2025 - The Daily IndependentFEMA assisting Knott Co. residents after floodingFebruary 25, 2025 - WYMTCynthiana-Harrison County Public Library to host kite-making eventFebruary 25, 2025 - The Cynthiana DemocratDid you know?February 25, 2025 - The Cynthiana DemocratCommunity CalendarFebruary 25, 2025 - The News-EnterpriseJessamine County Public Library EventsFebruary 25, 2025 - The Jessamine JournalAmine Afternoon This Afternoon at the LibraryFebruary 25, 2025 - Z93Betty H. WaltersFebruary 24, 2025 - Legacy.comMadison County Library digs into GardeningFebruary 24, 2025 - The Richmond RegisterLibrary Database Providers Clash Over Subscription ModelsFebruary 24, 2025 - Publishers WeeklyThis Week at the Library!February 24, 2025 - Z93Community CalendarFebruary 22, 2025 - The Commonwealth JournalMcCracken County Public Library new releasesFebruary 22, 2025 - The Paducah SunNKY library holds expo for Black-owned small businesses February 22, 2025 - WKRC Local 12Paul Sawyier Public Library News — Feb. 23-March 1, 2025February 22, 2025 - The State JournalThis Week in the Tri-StateFebruary 22, 2025 - The Daily IndependentCookbook Challenge said to bring community together with foodFebruary 22, 2025 - The News-Enterprise