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Keep Kentucky connected: E-Rate is essential infrastructureOctober 1, 2026 - Messenger-InquirerMcCracken County Library installs new self-check stations October 1, 2026 - The Paducah SunBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibrarySeptember 30, 2026 - The Herald-NewsCommunity calendar for Sept. 30September 30, 2026 - The Casey County NewsCommunity CalendarSeptember 30, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsCasey County Apple Festival contest resultsSeptember 30, 2026 - The Casey County NewsWhat’s happening at the library September 30, 2026 - The Winchester SunBook sales, grant funding brings new adventures to McCracken LibrarySeptember 30, 2026 - The Paducah SunLINEUPSeptember 30, 2026 - The Paducah SunCommunity CalendarSeptember 30, 2026 - The News-EnterpriseLibrary playroom closing for playset installationSeptember 30, 2026 - WPSDLegal aid organization to hold workshop on wills, estate planningSeptember 30, 2026 - The Berea CitizenShirley (Spicer) SpencerSeptember 30, 2026 - The Jackson-Breathitt County Times-Voice Fiscal Court sets tax rates September 30, 2026 - The Mountain AdvocateTodd County Friends of the Library Support Community Through Cookbooks, Scholarships and More September 30, 2026 - WEKTFall Book Sale – John L. Street LibrarySeptember 30, 2026 - WKDZLudlow Announces Full October Lineup of Fall Events, Live Music, History and Halloween ActivitiesSeptember 30, 2026 - Link NKYArchitects Announce Nine Award-Winning Projects September 30, 2026 - Link NKYLouisville library to honor Kentucky poet Joseph Cotter with memorial headstoneSeptember 30, 2026 - WDRBUpcoming events at the Boyle County Public LibrarySeptember 30, 2026 - The Advocate-MessengerUpcoming events at the Jessamine County Public LibrarySeptember 29, 2026 - The Jessamine JournalTown CrierSeptember 29, 2026 - The Eagle PostMary Todd Lincoln: history and seances at the Clark County Public Library September 29, 2026 - The Winchester SunCourt hears tax rates, annual updates from taxing districtsSeptember 29, 2026 - The Oldham EraOldham County 2026 Candidate ForumSeptember 29, 2026 - The Oldham EraLibby and Overdrive users at Glasgow library will need PIN starting Oct. 1 September 29, 2026 - WCLUFiscal Court given update on new fire station, fills board positions September 29, 2026 - The Richmond RegisterNew Bardstown Aquatic Center aims for Spring 2027 opening September 29, 2026 - The Kentucky StandardOctober in Oldham County is hauntingly beautiful September 28, 2026 - The Oldham EraIntellectual Freedom News 9/28/2026 September 28, 2026 - Intellectual Freedom BlogUpcoming Plant Bingo EventSeptember 28, 2026 - The Edmonson VoiceShare your bulbs with 4-H to beautify Library grounds September 28, 2026 - Columbia MagazineUpcoming Library Events – Spread the word September 28, 2026 - The Powell County PatriotWarren County Public LibrarySeptember 28, 2026 - WBKOThis Week at the Public Library! September 28, 2026 - Z93Owen County Library calendar of eventsSeptember 27, 2026 - The News-HeraldGhost Walking Tours return FridaySeptember 27, 2026 - Messenger-InquirerMcCracken County Public Library new releasesSeptember 26, 2026 - The Paducah SunPaul Sawyier Public Library News — Sept. 27-Oct. 3, 2026September 26, 2026 - The State JournalTropes hosts second annual adult book fairSeptember 26, 2026 - The Kentucky StandardTOWN CRIERSeptember 26, 2026 - The Dawson Springs ProgressCooler weather brings fun programs to Henry County LibrarySeptember 25, 2026 - The Henry County Local County libraries offer wide range of services along with booksSeptember 25, 2026 - Appalachian News-ExpressDolly Parton Day: Map of Areas Hosting Events to Honor Beloved Icon September 25, 2026 - NewsweekMore than books: Library programs draw growing participationSeptember 25, 2026 - Glasgow NewsThe Arboretum is now home to Little Free Library for books, health-related resourcesSeptember 25, 2026 - University of Kentucky NewsHow to Check Your Sources: Book Censorship News, September 25, 2026September 25, 2026 - Book RiotCHCPL leans into spooky season September 25, 2026 - The News-GraphicProperty tax rates set across county September 25, 2026 - The News-GraphicAn Apple-solutely Awesome Afternoon at the Powell County Public Library! September 25, 2026 - The Powell County PatriotFiscal Court locks in property tax rates at 9.75 cents in unanimous voteSeptember 24, 2026 - Franklin FavoriteGoodnight NookSeptember 24, 2026 - Franklin FavoriteFiscal Court votes against library board nomineesSeptember 24, 2026 - Messenger-InquirerCommunity CalendarSeptember 24, 2026 - The Central Kentucky News-JournalNewsMakers ’26: NKyTribune announces six amazing ‘headline-makers’ of the yearSeptember 24, 2026 - Northern Kentucky TribuneDCPL to host Open-Air Handmade Crafts Fair on SaturdaySeptember 24, 2026 - The Owensboro TimesFiscal Court locks in property tax rates at 9.75 cents in unanimous vote September 24, 2026 - Franklin FavoriteNew national survey reinforces essential role of Kentucky's Public Libraries — they are vitalSeptember 24, 2026 - Northern Kentucky TribuneCity of Newport reminding residents of Friday’s citywide ‘9 to 5 on 9/25’ Dolly Parton Day celebrationSeptember 24, 2026 - Northern Kentucky TribuneBaptist Health Corbin hosts Noontime Knowledge health education eventSeptember 24, 2026 - The Times-TribuneLibrary to take part in 'Save a Life Day' Thursday September 24, 2026 - WPSDPike Library District Board holds regular meetingSeptember 24, 2026 - Appalachian News-ExpressBell County librarian spends 51 years preserving the community’s history September 24, 2026 - WDKYHereford selected as Medicaid Region 8 Community Health ChampionSeptember 24, 2026 - The Paintsville HeraldPublic Library Hosting Harvest Fest Family Night Tonight September 24, 2026 - Z93Traveling science exhibit brings hands-on fun to Woodford County LibrarySeptember 23, 2026 - WDKYTax rates for the county are solidifiedSeptember 23, 2026 - The Springfield SunMarshall County pop-up event scheduled for Dec. 10 September 23, 2026 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierLibrary event to explore Kentucky’s country music legacySeptember 23, 2026 - The Paducah SunChurch news for Sept. 20September 23, 2026 - The Casey County NewsTrimble County Public Library October Events & ProgramsSeptember 23, 2026 - The Carroll County News-Democrat Musician Corey Smith will headline Mountain Heritage Festival Saturday September 23, 2026 - The Mountain EagleBlackey projects moving closer to constructionSeptember 23, 2026 - The Mountain Eagle Annual book sale raises over $17,000 for Friends of the Library – Warren County September 23, 2026 - WNKYPLA seeks responses to 2026 Public Library Technology Survey September 23, 2026 - American Library AssociationLibrary News — Tax rate reduction and new servicesSeptember 22, 2026 - The Kentucky StandardJesse Stuart Weekend starts tomorrowSeptember 22, 2026 - The Daily IndependentBluegrass Civics Competition planned at CCPL September 22, 2026 - Murray Ledger & TimesGarden Club plans Halloween-themed flower show at Constitution SquareSeptember 21, 2026 - The Advocate-MessengerShakespeare in the Park to bring free performance to HopkinsvilleSeptember 21, 2026 - The Eagle PostSee archived photos of Fern Creek Library ahead of new building's 2027 openingSeptember 21, 2026 - Courier-JournalBoyle County Artist Tour returns Sept. 26-27September 20, 2026 - The Advocate-MessengerLibrary Sign-Up Month with Jessamine County Public LibrarySeptember 19, 2026 - WLEXCasey County Library celebrates 50 years: 'The heart of the library has been the same'September 19, 2026 - WLEXFriends of the Library book sale on nowSeptember 19, 2026 - WBKOAnnual Book Sale enjoyed by many local readersSeptember 19, 2026 - The News-EnterpriseLexington rolls out the rhinestones for Dolly DaySeptember 18, 2026 - WDKYRCPL Celebrates Opening of New Five-Acre Community SpaceSeptember 18, 2026 - Laker 104.9Urban Libraries Council (ULC) Releases a New Policy Roadmap for Library Leaders: “Future Scenarios: Library Space & Design”September 18, 2026 - Library Journal’s Info DocketCHCPL comfort catalog accepting donations September 18, 2026 - The News-GraphicAdult Craft NightSeptember 17, 2026 - The Licking Valley CourierFiscal Court has mixed reactions to library board nomination September 17, 2026 - Messenger-InquirerLibrary hosts Blast-Off event, promotes "1,000 Books" programSeptember 17, 2026 - The Pioneer NewsRegular MeetingsSeptember 17, 2026 - The Adair ProgressPaducah panel shares realities of homelessnessSeptember 17, 2026 - The Paducah Sun'Treat your shelf': Friends of Calloway County Public Library to hold book sale September 17, 2026 - WPSDStacy Stamper - Paul Sawyier Public Library Library Card Sign-Up MonthSeptember 17, 2026 - WKYTBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibrarySeptember 16, 2026 - The Herald-NewsSurvey of Intellectual Freedom Procedures in the United StatesSeptember 16, 2026 - Library Journal’s Info Docket Community CalendarSeptember 16, 2026 - The News-EnterpriseLINEUPSeptember 16, 2026 - The Paducah SunLibrary celebrating 50 yearsSeptember 16, 2026 - The Casey County NewsLibrary workers awarded Service PinsSeptember 16, 2026 - The Springfield SunCommunity CalendarSeptember 16, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsCommunity Notes Wednesday, Sept. 16 September 16, 2026 - The Kentucky StandardOwen County library to host tribute to fiddling Bill LiversSeptember 16, 2026 - The News-HeraldBoyle County Public Library activities: September 21-26September 16, 2026 - The Advocate-MessengerHomeschool students explore local government September 16, 2026 - The Advocate-MessengerWhat’s happening at the librarySeptember 16, 2026 - The Winchester SunEstill County Public LibrarySeptember 16, 2026 - The Estill TribuneSeptember 16, 2026September 16, 2026 - The McCreary JournalJoin the Library Staff for Lego Club this AfternoonSeptember 16, 2026 - Z93Kentucky Career Center to host Sept. 24 job fair at McCracken County Library September 16, 2026 - WPSDFriends of Library ‘9 to 5’ promotion supports Dolly’s Imagination Library September 16, 2026 - The Central Kentucky News-JournalBoone County Public Library is selected for The Yiddish Book Center’s Public Libraries ProgramSeptember 15, 2026 - The Northern Kentucky TribuneKenton County Public Library to celebrate Dolly Parton's life, legacy — and Imagination LibrarySeptember 15, 2026 - Northern Kentucky TribuneFall Book Sale supports HCPL and literary hungerSeptember 15, 2026 - The News-EnterpriseTown CrierSeptember 15, 2026 - The Eagle PostMcCracken County Public Library to host panel on homelessness Wednesday September 15, 2026 - WPSDAuthors' RoundtableSeptember 15, 2026 - The Ledger IndependentUpcoming events at the Jessamine County Public LibrarySeptember 15, 2026 - The Jessamine JournalLC Public Library Board Discusses ‘Classic Literature’ CommitteeSeptember 15, 2026 - The Levisa LazerTodd County Public Library – Adulting CraftingSeptember 15, 2026 - WKDZLibrary Asking for Volunteers for Upcoming Halloween PartySeptember 15, 2026 - Z93Barren Fiscal Court approves road projects, tax rate and vendor paymentsSeptember 15, 2026 - Glasgow News 1Fiscal Court approves tax rates, opens grant applicationSeptember 15, 2026 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierThis Week's Happenings September 14, 2026 - The Messenger-InquirerA Bubbling Good Time for all at Family FestSeptember 14, 2026 - The Pioneer NewsCommission OKs tax rate, $17K fiber cable install for parkSeptember 14, 2026 - The Oldham EraJohnson County Public Library announces September eventsSeptember 14, 2026 - The Paintsville HeraldCheck out what’s happening at the library this week!September 14, 2026 - Z93Fiscal Court Approves Tax Rates for Hospital, EMS and Library September 14, 2026 - Laker 104.9Carnegie-Whitney awards up to $5,000 for guides to library resourcesSeptember 14, 2026 - American Library AssociationTake the Next Step in Your Leadership JourneySeptember 14, 2026 - American Library AssociationWarren County Public Library gets loud for punk rockSeptember 13, 2026 - College Heights HeraldPaul Sawyier Public Library News — Sept. 13-19, 2026September 12, 2026 - The State JournalKentucky author plans to release 15 never-before-heard-songs gifted to her by Dolly PartonSeptember 12, 2026 - WKRCMcCracken County Public Library new releasesSeptember 12, 2026 - The Paducah SunThis Latonia street is getting a ‘facelift’September 12, 2026 - Link NKYDAR Constitution Week Activities September 11, 2026 - Columbia MagazineIntellectual Freedom News 9/11/2026September 11, 2026 - Intellectual Freedom BlogTodd County Imagination Library Grows with New Enrollments and DonationsSeptember 11, 2026 - WEKTHarvest Fest Family Night Coming up at the Public Library September 11, 2026 - Z93Librarians Suing Over Wrongful Termination for Defending Books Are Winning: Book Censorship News, September 11, 2026September 11, 2026 - Book RiotWhat’s happening at the library September 10, 2026 - The Winchester SunNew book highlights Holocaust survivors settling in Kentucky September 10, 2026 - WEHTDaviess Fiscal Court digest, Sept. 10, 2026, meetingSeptember 10, 2026 - The Messenger-InquirerOCLC WebJunction awarded IMLS grant to update public library competency frameworkSeptember 10, 2026 - OCLC Gen. Ulysses S. Grant to speak at Frankfort Civil War Roundtable Sept. 20September 10, 2026 - The State JournalLibrary's annual fall sale set for next week September 10, 2026 - The Mayfield MessengerThomas Gerald Thompson, 86September 10, 2026 - The Lebanon EnterpriseTax bills being prepared for mailingSeptember 10, 2026 - The Central Kentucky News-JournalCommunity CalendarSeptember 10, 2026 - The Central Kentucky News-JournalGoodnight Nook September 10, 2026 - Franklin FavoriteLibrary After School Program returns September 10, 2026 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierLawrence County Public Library - We want to hear from YOU!September 10, 2026 - The Levisa LazerOnce Upon a Saturday Kicks Off at the Pineville - Bell County Public LibrarySeptember 10, 2026 - The Pineville Sun-Cumberland Courier 2026 Jackson County Fair is one for the history books!September 10, 2026 - The Jackson SunSpecial taxing district rates approved by Fiscal CourtSeptember 10, 2026 - The Mt. Sterling AdvocateMarion County Fiscal Court goes over 2026/2027 Tax Rates September 9, 2026 - The Lebanon EnterpriseCommunity CalendarSeptember 9, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsLINEUP September 9, 2026 - The Paducah SunBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibrarySeptember 9, 2026 - The Herald-NewsCommunity CalendarSeptember 9, 2026 - The News-EnterpriseHistoric sampler highlights Boyle County pastSeptember 9, 2026 - The Advocate-MessengerMercy Health announces free flu vaccine datesSeptember 9, 2026 - WPSDLlamariffic Day: Powell County Public Library Hosts Fluffy, Pajama-Clad GuestsSeptember 9, 2026 - The Powell County PatriotPainting a Gaggle of GeeseSeptember 9, 2026 - The Estill TribuneDIY Pop- Art Pet Portraits Class Coming up at the LibrarySeptember 9, 2026 - Z93'It helps us to make our programs bigger and better': Friends of the George Coon Public Library used book sale to fund future programmingSeptember 9, 2026 - The Times LeaderPennyroyal Arts Council hosts screening of Steel MagnoliasSeptember 9, 2026 - WHOPUpcoming library eventsSeptember 9, 2026 - The Advocate-MessengerALA, United States Holocaust Memorial Museum announce extension of ‘Americans and the Holocaust’ traveling exhibition tour, starting in 2028, to 50 more libraries September 9, 2026 - American Library AssociationCasey Friends tops in state, presents re-wrapped bookmobileSeptember 9, 2026 - The Casey County NewsBooks build more than reading skills, Lexington children's librarian saysSeptember 9, 2026 - WLEXReading scores are falling for U.S. teens. Here’s how parents can helpSeptember 9, 2026 - WCPODolly Parton’s legacy lives on in Woodford County Imagination Library will continue thanks to local affiliateSeptember 9, 2026 - The Woodford SunTown CrierSeptember 8, 2026 - The Eagle PostMcCracken County Public Library creates display honoring Dolly PartonSeptember 8, 2026 - The Paducah Sun Happenings this week in Bullitt CountySeptember 8, 2026 - The Pioneer NewsUpcoming events at the Jessamine County Public LibrarySeptember 8, 2026 - The Jessamine JournalMcCracken County Public Library to host presentation on 1862 battles at Kentucky forts September 8, 2026 - WPSDFiscal Court given presentation on Special Purpose Government Entities tax rates, hears more land use change ordinancesSeptember 8, 2026 - The Richmond RegisterHair Braiding for Dads Workshop this afternoon at the Public LibrarySeptember 8, 2026 - Z93ALA Launches Reporting Form for Incidents Against Immigrants in LibrariesSeptember 8, 2026 - Public Libraries OnlineFriends of Weldon Library plan one-day BOGO book saleSeptember 7, 2026 - WCLUFriends of the Library WCPL Used Book Sale detailsSeptember 7, 2026 - WBKOAccountability, Integrity: AI Policy in Public LibrariesSeptember 6, 2026 - Library Journal’s Info DocketSign Up for A Library Card, Visit the Library, Support the Sale – Warren County Public Library! September 6, 2026 - SOKY HappeningsMcCracken County Public Library new releasesSeptember 5, 2026 - The Paducah SunJerry Lane PageSeptember 5, 2026 - The Paducah SunPublic library invites adults to ‘Fall into Stories’September 5, 2026 - The News-EnterpriseBluegrass Books with Jessamine County Public Library - SeptemberSeptember 5, 2026 - WLEXPaul Sawyier Public Library News — Sept. 6-12, 2026September 5, 2026 - The State JournalALA invites public libraries to apply for 12 months of early childhood STEM program kits and resourcesSeptember 4, 2026 - American Library Association2027 Jason Reynolds / Simon & Schuster Travel Grant Application Now OpenSeptember 4, 2026 - American Library AssociationALA 2027 Scholarship Application Now OpenSeptember 4, 2026 - American Library AssociationLexington Public Library to hold celebration of life for Wendell Berry September 4, 2026 - WKYT14+ Book Censorship Posts to Revisit: Book Censorship News, September 4, 2026September 4, 2026 - Book RiotIntellectual Freedom News 9/4/2026September 4, 2026 - Intellectual Freedom BlogFree refrigerated food option at new siteSeptember 4, 2026 - Columbia MagazineWebster County Public Library NotesSeptember 3, 2026 - The Journal-EnterpriseCommunity CalendarSeptember 3, 2026 - Central Kentucky News-JournalIMLS Announces Library Grant AwardeesSeptember 3, 2026 - Publishers WeeklyGoodnight NookSeptember 3, 2026 - Franklin FavoriteThe Downtown Days Photography Contest is back in 2026September 3, 2026 - The Adair ProgressCounty library continues focus on early childhood literacySeptember 3, 2026 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierFiscal Court sets tax rate, awards truck bidSeptember 3, 2026 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierHealth Department prepares for community health fairSeptember 3, 2026 - The Marshall County Tribune-Courier'Domestic violence is incredibly deadly' — Merryman House classes focus on breaking the cycle of abuse September 3, 2026 - The Paducah Sun Todd County Public Library – Adulting CraftingSeptember 3, 2026 - WEKTJoin the Library Staff for Lego ClubSeptember 3, 2026 - Z93Library Makes Nearly 500 First-Hand 9/11 Responder Accounts Available OnlineSeptember 3, 2026 - Library of CongressOne to One coaching celebrates 20th year with 200 students, 160 coaches — 'coach a child, change a life'September 2, 2026 - Northern Kentucky TribuneHave a Lexington Public Library card? Here’s where you can get discounts all month longSeptember 2, 2026 - WDKYReluctant, Not Resistant ReadersSeptember 2, 2026 - School Library JournalStart strong by taking it slow: Tips for new public library directors and managersSeptember 2, 2026 - OCLC’s WebJunctionBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibrarySeptember 2, 2026 - The Herald-News2026 Sacajawea Festival begins next weekSeptember 2, 2026 - The Herald-NewsLINEUPSeptember 2, 2026 - The Paducah SunUpcoming Boyle County Public Library eventsSeptember 2, 2026 - The Advocate-MessengerWhat’s happening at the librarySeptember 2, 2026 - The Winchester SunCounty proposes retained, lower tax ratesSeptember 2, 2026 - The LaRue County HeraldHandmade accessories featured throughout Sept. September 2, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsCommunity CalendarSeptember 2, 2026 - The LaRue County Herald NewsYoga With Kristi This Afternoon at the Library September 2, 2026 - Z93SVH hosts Babies In BloomSeptember 2, 2026 - The Lebanon EnterpriseAppalachian stories take center stage at literary arts festivalSeptember 2, 2026 - The Trail BlazerSunrise Spotlight: The Friends of The Warren County Library Used Book SaleSeptember 2, 2026 - WKNYWilma Sizemore, age 73September 2, 2026 - The Booneville SentinelFree Tutoring Available Through Russell County Public LibrarySeptember 2, 2026 - Laker Country 104.9Community library opens at Constitution SquareSeptember 1, 2026 - The Advocate-Messenger“US Public Libraries at ‘Breaking Point’ Amid Ideological Attacks, Report Finds”September 1, 2026 - Library Journal’s Info Docket Katelyn Hamilton & Chris Mason - Scott Co Public Library National Library Card Sign-Up Month September 1, 2026 - WKYTTrimble County Public Library September Events & ProgramsSeptember 1, 2026 - The Carrollton News-DemocratWarren County Public Library opening cooling centers this weekSeptember 1, 2026 - WNKYTown CrierSeptember 1, 2026 - The Eagle PostArt for Everyone: How Public Libraries Expand Access September 1, 2026 - Public Libraries OnlineAssociation of American Publishers (AAP) and The Authors Guild Release New Study Analyzing the Impact of Library E-Lending on Commercial Book MarketsSeptember 1, 2026 - Library Journal’s Info Docket2026 Library Design Showcase recognizes 15 library construction and restoration projectsSeptember 1, 2026 - American Library AssociationA Sense of PurposeSeptember 1, 2026 - American LibrariesHeat advisory to go into effect in Louisville. Where you can cool offSeptember 1, 2026 - Courier-JournalCommunity CalendarSeptember 1, 2026 - The News-EnterpriseEnjoying Glow in the Dark Painting Evening Coming up Next Week at the Public LibrarySeptember 1, 2026 - Z93Where to cool off in Kenton CountySeptember 1, 2026 - Link NKYWhere Boone County residents can escape the heat this weekSeptember 1, 2026 - Link NKYCampbell County cooling centers open this weekSeptember 1, 2026 - Link NKY