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Community CalendarDecember 18, 2024 - The News-EnterpriseBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryDecember 18, 2024 - The Herald-NewsLibrary CornerDecember 18, 2024 - The Estill TribuneCommunity CalendarDecember 18, 2024 - The LaRue County Herald News2025 National Day of Racial HealingDecember 17, 2024 - OCLC’s WebJunctionWarren County Public Library to host New York Times Bestselling Author Jamie FordDecember 17, 2024 - WBKOSarah Jessica Parker Produces Book-Banning DocDecember 17, 2024 - Kirkus ReviewsMcCracken County Public Library to host resource fair December 17December 17, 2024 - Marshall County Tribune-CourierLINEUPDecember 17, 2024 - The Paducah Sun2024 Christmas and Holiday events guide for KentuckianaDecember 17, 2024 - WDRBLast Movie of the Year at the Library is ScheduledDecember 17, 2024 - Z93Have you checked that parade candy yet from the library!?December 17, 2024 - Z93IFLA Publishes First Ever “Guidelines for Libraries Supporting Displaced Persons: Refugees, Migrants, Immigrants, Asylum Seekers”December 16, 2024 - Library Journal’s Info DocketSchool of Information Science researcher awarded over $400,000 for library trustee projectDecember 16, 2024 - University of Kentucky PLA announces candidates for 2025 Board ElectionDecember 16, 2024 - American Library AssociationGeorge Coon Children’s Christmas ProgramDecember 15, 2024 - WPKYCommunity CalendarDecember 14, 2024 - The Commonwealth JournalThis Week in the Tri-State December 14, 2024 - The Daily IndependentFacing Book Bans, Libraries Need to Skill Up. Enter READCON.December 14, 2024 - School Library JournalHardin County Public Library celebrates completion of major constructionDecember 14, 2024 - The News-EnterpriseWhat’s your favorite winter read?December 14, 2024 - The Paducah SunStephen E. GilmoreDecember 13, 2024 - Steen Funeral HomesAnnual Candy Canes, Cocoa, and Christmas drive-thru event moves indoorsDecember 13, 2024 - The Sentinel EchoCensorship Trends For 2025, Part II: Book Censorship News, December 13, 2024December 13, 2024 - Book RiotIntellectual Freedom News 12/13/2024December 13, 2024 - Intellectual Freedom BlogLibrary programmingDecember 13, 2024 - The News-HeraldLibrary Staff Member Book Now Available for CheckoutDecember 13, 2024 - Z93Parkland Asphalt Art Project completed, creating more vibrant and safer streetsDecember 12, 2024 - Louisville-Jefferson County Metro GovernmentRx for Community Wellness: How Social Prescribing Can Empower Libraries to Boost Public HealthDecember 12, 2024 - Public Libraries OnlineWarren County Public Library creates new resource hub for area residentsDecember 12, 2024 - WBKODINOvember at the libraryDecember 12, 2024 - The Spencer MagnetPublic library eventsDecember 12, 2024 - The Spencer MagnetDATEBOOKDecember 12, 2024 - The Sentinel-NewsHappenings This Week in Bullitt CountyDecember 12, 2024 - The Pioneer NewsLibrary passes out free books at festivalDecember 12, 2024 - Kentucky New EraLuna offers update on library renovationsDecember 12, 2024 - The Cadiz RecordLibrary NotesDecember 12, 2024 - The Cadiz RecordMargaret Ann NewtonDecember 12, 2024 - News-GraphicDrop Your Drawers campaign collecting essentials for kidsDecember 12, 2024 - The Paducah SunCCPL Board recognizes HerringtonDecember 12, 2024 - Murray Ledger & TimesRussell County remains #1 statewide in Imagination Library enrollmentDecember 12, 2024 - Laker Country 104.9Toronto Public Library Says More Than 4,000 Non-Employees Affected by CyberattackDecember 11, 2024 - Library Journal’s Info DocketFriends of the Library reportDecember 11, 2024 - The Casey County NewsSanta visits Floyd LibraryDecember 11, 2024 - The Floyd County ChronicleBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryDecember 11, 2024 - The Herald-NewsLINEUPDecember 11, 2024 - The Paducah SunChurch history book has arrivedDecember 11, 2024 - The Murray Ledger & TimesCommunity CalendarDecember 11, 2024 - The News-EnterpriseJessamine Public Library and KCAL Christmas Show Events December 11, 2024 - The Jessamine JournalLibrary CornerDecember 11, 2024 - The Estill TribuneCommunity CalendarDecember 11, 2024 - The Messenger KYRCPL installs “Read While You Wait” libraries at various locationsDecember 11, 2024 - Laker Country 104.9Join the Library Staff for Christmas Movie Mornings!December 11, 2024 - Z93Yoga Classes Scheduled at the Public LibraryDecember 11, 2024 - Z93How northern Kentucky is shaping job growth for greater CincinnatiDecember 11, 2024 - Spectrum NewsCarnegie Corporation Announces Grants for Library Literacy Services, College Readiness ProgramsDecember 11, 2024 - Library JournalChristmas Around the WorldDecember 11, 2024 - The Hickman County TimesNikki Giovanni, acclaimed poet of the Black Arts Movement, dies aged 81December 10, 2024 - The GuardianExhibit of Artworks by American Indians Living in Kentucky Travels Across the CommonwealthDecember 10, 2024 - Kentucky.govFiscal Court hears update on public library renovationsDecember 10, 2024 - WHOPUK Oral History Project documents Mayfield tornado victimsDecember 10, 2024 - WBKOTown CrierDecember 10, 2024 - Kentucky New EraTrimble County Library January ProgramsDecember 10, 2024 - The Trimble BannerLawrence Co. Library Has Over $9.5 Million On Hand, Report SaysDecember 10, 2024 - The Levisa LazerLibrary now offering Sensory Key icons for programsDecember 10, 2024 - Laker Country 104.9Family – Retelling of the “A Christmas Carol” coming up at the library December 10, 2024 - Z93The American Library Association Receives Transformational Gift to Fund ScholarshipsDecember 9, 2024 - American Library AssociationNew Jersey Becomes Latest State to Prohibit Bans on Books in School, Public LibrariesDecember 9, 2024 - Library Journal’s Info DocketLouisville Free Public Library releases its own 'Wrapped' series for books checked out in 2024December 9, 2024 - WDRBLibrary historic documentsDecember 9, 2024 - WPSDHenderson County Public Library hosting fourth Giving Tree VillageDecember 9, 2024 - WEHTRCPL now offering digital library cardsDecember 9, 2024 - Laker Country 104.9Ornament Making Class Announced Coming up at the libraryDecember 9, 2024 - Z93Community CalendarDecember 7, 2024 - The Commonwealth JournalThis Week in the Tri-StateDecember 7, 2024 - The Daily IndependentMcCracken County Public Library new releasesDecember 7, 2024 - The Paducah SunWhat is your favorite Christmas movie?December 7, 2024 - The Paducah SunLocal Christmas events to get into the holiday spiritDecember 7, 2024 - The Paducah SunYALSA Announces 2025 William C. Morris finalistsDecember 6, 2024 - American Library AssociationYALSA Announces 2025 Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults Award finalistsDecember 6, 2024 - American Library AssociationLocal author demonstrates common ground in iconic Mayfield artistsDecember 6, 2024 - WPSDLouisville Free Public Library’s year by the numbersDecember 6, 2024 - Lou TodayCensorship Trends For 2025, Part I: Book Censorship News, December 6, 2024December 6, 2024 - Book RiotIntellectual Freedom News 12/6/2024 December 6, 2024 - Intellectual Freedom BlogGordon looks back at history with Pearl Harbor presentationDecember 6, 2024 - The News-GraphicLibrary programmingDecember 6, 2024 - The News-HeraldWeekend Roundup: No shortage of Christmas cheer in central KentuckyDecember 6, 2024 - WKYTOverDrive and Ex Libris Announce Integration, SWEEPS Software Security Initiative Launches, and More | Vendor News December 5, 2024 - Library JournalTelgemeier, McCloud chosen as National Library Week honorary chairsDecember 5, 2024 - American Library AssociationDCPL hosting Handmade Crafts Fair on SaturdayDecember 5, 2024 - The Owensboro TimesThe New York Public Library Publishes New Study on Libraries and Well-BeingDecember 5, 2024 - Library Journal’s Info DocketThe McCracken Public Library adds over 4,500 items to its digital collections websiteDecember 5, 2024 - WPSDPublic library eventsDecember 5, 2024 - The Spencer MagnetNichols Elementary Career DayDecember 5, 2024 - The Pioneer NewsCities will Light Up this weekendDecember 5, 2024 - The Pioneer NewsLibrary holds Thanksgiving field trips, opens Winter WalkthroughDecember 5, 2024 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierLibrary NotesDecember 5, 2024 - The Cadiz RecordNorthern Kentucky Chamber presents Community Award to KCPL’s Natalie RuppertDecember 5, 2024 - Northern Kentucky TribuneBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryDecember 4, 2024 - The News-HeraldLouisville Free Public Library: An Autism Informed EmployerDecember 4, 2024 - Innovative Supports for Autistic Workers NewsletterLINEUPDecember 4, 2024 - The Paducah SunHeartland Fillies hold first public holiday performance at libraryDecember 4, 2024 - The News-EnterpriseLexington Public Library hosts book signing with Silas House December 4, 2024 - WTVQUpcoming Jessamine County Public Library eventsDecember 4, 2024 - The Jessamine JournalCommunity CalendarDecember 4, 2024 - The LaRue County Herald NewsLibrary CornerDecember 4, 2024 - The Estill TribuneCongrats to the Library’s Tiny Art Show WinnersDecember 4, 2024 - Z93In Our View: Thanks, NormaDecember 4, 2024 - The Daily IndependentJacqueline Woodson on Navigating Book Bans and Staying Resilient in 2025December 4, 2024 - Literary HubFree Holiday Events at all Kenton County Library LocationsDecember 3, 2024 - Fox 19Library Schedules Annual Book Signing for Merry the Christmas Fairy’s Latest AdventureDecember 3, 2024 - Marshall County DailyWCPL offering social opportunities during winter months through programDecember 3, 2024 - WBKOCounty approves voting equipment storage, grant agreementDecember 3, 2024 - The Harlan Daily EnterpriseTown CrierDecember 3, 2024 - Kentucky New EraLibrary event highlights works of Mayfield artists LaFrance and WilsonDecember 3, 2024 - The Paducah SunDecember’s Program Calendar for the LibraryDecember 3, 2024 - Z93Trusted Resources for Assisting Patrons with Health ResearchDecember 3, 2024 - Public Libraries Online 2024 Christmas and Holiday events guide for KentuckianaDecember 3, 2024 - WDRBMoney collected by Lexington taxing districts tricky to findDecember 3, 2024 - Lexington Herald-LeaderKentucky Coal Museum presents Festival of TreesDecember 2, 2024 - The Harlan Daily EnterpriseDolly Parton's Imagination Library of Kentucky receives $100K donationDecember 2, 2024 - WHAS11 Price presents Christmas in the American Colonies at Weldon LibraryDecember 2, 2024 - WCLUGames & Gaming Round Table Announces the First Platinum Play Award RecipientsDecember 2, 2024 - American Library AssociationLibraries Invited to Apply for the Fifth Annual Peggy Barber Tribute Grant to Support Programs Reducing Social Isolation Among Older AdultsDecember 2, 2024 - American Library AssociationALA Invites Applications for Sixth Annual Libraries Transform Communities Engagement GrantDecember 2, 2024 - American Library AssociationIntellectual Freedom News 12/2/2024December 2, 2024 - Intellectual Freedom BlogA very, merry MaplesDecember 2, 2024 - The Oldham EraLibrary renovations moving forwardDecember 2, 2024 - Kentucky New EraCommunity calendar December 2, 2024 - The News-EnterpriseJoin Library Staff for a Festive Eat Along MovieDecember 2, 2024 - Z93DCPL Winter Reading Program runs Dec. 1 through Jan. 31December 1, 2024 - The Owensboro TimesMCCPL announces upcoming book arrivals — Dec. 1, 2024 December 1, 2024 - WPSDChristmas is a’coming—on holiday trainsDecember 1, 2024 - Grant County NewsCommunity CalendarNovember 30, 2024 - The Commonwealth JournalThis Week in the Tri-StateNovember 30, 2024 - The Daily IndependentHopkins County holiday eventsNovember 30, 2024 - The MessengerLivermore, Island, Sacramento holding events to celebrate the holiday seasonNovember 29, 2024 - McLean County NewsLibraries are offering free health and wellness classes across the USNovember 29, 2024 - Associated PressChristmas in the CountryNovember 29, 2024 - The Daily IndependentThird annual Small Business Saturday Market at the Warren County Public LibraryNovember 29, 2024 - WNKYCommunity members ‘Craft and Chat’ at Weldon libraryNovember 29, 2024 - WCLUWest Kentucky author releases holiday romance in time for ChristmasNovember 28, 2024 - The Messenger-InquirerPublic library eventsNovember 28, 2024 - The Spencer MagnetLibrary NotesNovember 28, 2024 - Kentucky New EraJessamine County group feeds hundreds this Thanksgiving, and they aren’t stopping hereNovember 28, 2024 - WKYTHow To Explain Book Bans to Those Who Want to Understand: Book Censorship News, November 29, 2024November 28, 2024 - Book RiotCommonwealth of Kindness: Dolly’s Dream to Inspire ReadingNovember 28, 2024 - WKYTLINEUPNovember 27, 2024 - The Paducah SunDecember at the Henry County Public LibraryNovember 27, 2024 - The Henry County Local Holiday giving treeNovember 27, 2024 - The Henry County LocalMcLean turns passion into professionNovember 27, 2024 - The LaRue County Herald NewsLibrary board hears reports, approves computer upgradesNovember 27, 2024 - The Casey County NewsCommunity CalendarNovember 27, 2024 - The LaRue County Herald NewsMabel Hall Warren, 100November 27, 2024 - The Lebanon EnterpriseBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryNovember 27, 2024 - The Herald-NewsCommunity CalendarNovember 27, 2024 - The News-EnterpriseMary Wood Weldon Library Calendar of Events for December 2024November 27, 2024 - WCLULibrary CornerNovember 27, 2024 - The Estill CornerUtah: How the Salt Lake City Public Library is “Filling the Gaps in Homeless Services”November 27, 2024 - Library Journal’s Info DocketLFPL’s Polar Express Pajama Party returns to the Southwest Regional LibraryNovember 26, 2024 - Louisville-Jefferson County Metro GovernmentALA, Writers Guild Initiative Announce Creative Writing Workshops for LibrariansNovember 26, 2024 - American Library AssociationIFRT Opens Nominations for 2025 John Phillip Immroth Memorial AwardNovember 26, 2024 - American Library AssociationMcCracken County Public Library's annual Drop Your Drawers campaign starts Dec. 1November 26, 2024 - The Paducah SunFiscal Court Discusses HCCPL Renovations and ImprovementsNovember 26, 2024 - WKDZFiscal Court Approves Courthouse Renovation Change OrderNovember 26, 2024 - WPKYTown Crier November 26, 2024 - Kentucky New EraJoin the Library Staff for Christmas Movie Mornings!November 26, 2024 - Z93State Farm partnering with RCPL to stock Comfort CabinetsNovember 26, 2024 - Laker Country 104.9Meet Kentucky's next generation of female codersNovember 25, 2024 - Spectrum NewsCynthiana Public Library hours will changeNovember 25, 2024 - The Cynthiana Democrat2024 Holiday Gift Guide for Librarians and Book LoversNovember 25, 2024 - American Libraries New Podcast Episode: Ten Stories of Library JoyNovember 25, 2024 - Public Libraries OnlineSLJ’s 2024 Best Books Cover UnveiledNovember 25, 2024 - School Library JournalThis Week’s Activities at the LibraryNovember 25, 2024 - Z93New Collaboration: Exploring Workplace Experiences of BIPOC First-Generation Professionals in Library and Information ScienceNovember 24, 2024 - Library Journal’s Info DocketThis Week in the Tri-StateNovember 23, 2024 - The Daily IndependentDOA? Library gets approval from Fiscal Court, but funding cut short by $3 millionNovember 23, 2024 - The Mountain AdvocateCommunity CalendarNovember 23, 2024 - The Commonwealth JournalHoliday HighlightsNovember 23, 2024 - The Daily IndependentSand mandala featured from Tibetan Buddhist cultureNovember 23, 2024 - Bowling Green Daily NewsMcCracken County Public Library new releasesNovember 23, 2024 - The Paducah SunDuanne Puckett helped create book lovers; You can, too, through Bug’s Books programNovember 23, 2024 - The Sentinel-NewsIntellectual Freedom News 11/22/2024November 22, 2024 - Intellectual Freedom BlogPrepare Your Library Before January Arrives: Book Censorship News, November 22, 2024November 22, 2024 - Book RiotLibrary commemorates Native American Heritage Month with Trail of Tears talkNovember 22, 2024 - The Paducah SunLibrary programmingNovember 22, 2024 - The News-HeraldLibrary’s Used book Sale Continues Through TomorrowNovember 22, 2024 - Z93Percival Everett, Author of 'James,' Wins National Book AwardNovember 21, 2024 - The New York TimesGet an inside look at the multimillion-dollar transformation to Louisville's Portland LibraryNovember 21, 2024 - WDRBVoters raise library attendance numbersNovember 21, 2024 - Appalachian News-ExpressPublic library eventsNovember 21, 2024 - The Spencer MagnetVeterans honored at variety of local eventsNovember 21, 2024 - The Pioneer NewsDATEBOOKNovember 21, 2024 - The Sentinel-NewsGOODNIGHT NOOKNovember 21, 2024 - Franklin FavoriteLibrary NotesNovember 21, 2024 - The Cadiz RecordMcLean County Public Library hosting Hometown Christmas November 21, 2024 - McLean County NewsMCPL names Kid Librarians for NovemberNovember 21, 2024 - Muhlenberg County Public LibrariesBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryNovember 20, 2024 - The News-HeraldLINEUPNovember 20, 2024 - The Paducah SunFleming-Neon considering legal action against pipeline firmNovember 20, 2024 - The Mountain EagleFriends of the Casey Library news for November November 20, 2024 - The Casey County NewsCommunity Calendar November 20, 2024 - The LaRue County Herald NewsWicked Extravaganza coming to Henderson County Public LibraryNovember 20, 2024 - WEHTLibrary CornerNovember 20, 2024 - The Estill TribuneStrength in Numbers: How Donors, Friends, and Volunteers Drive Library AdvocacyNovember 20, 2024 - Library JournalIFLA Publishes “Championing Intellectual Freedom – Structuring and Focusing Library Efforts” ReportNovember 20, 2024 - Library Journal’s Info DocketLibrary hosts presentation on how 2nd Street has changed over the past centuryNovember 20, 2024 - The Paducah SunBehind the stacks: The secret life of a librarianNovember 20, 2024 - The Christian Science MonitorLifelong Kenton Co. educator Shawna Harney honored with KCPL Mary Ann Mongan Literacy AwardNovember 19, 2024 - Northern Kentucky TribuneUrban Libraries Council (ULC) Releases 2024 Library Insights ReportNovember 19, 2024 - Library Journal’s Info DocketBook Bans Harm KidsNovember 19, 2024 - Scientific AmericanMid City Mall could be replaced by 'multi-story' building in the HighlandsNovember 19, 2024 - WDRBTown CrierNovember 19, 2024 - Kentucky New Era‘Drop Your Drawers’: Weldon library donation drive benefits local schoolsNovember 19, 2024 - WCLUNovember 2024 Calendar of Events -Mary Wood Weldon Memorial LibraryNovember 19, 2024 - WCLUGreenup library program offers warmth to those in need with donation driveNovember 19, 2024 - The Daily IndependentMary Elizabeth Spencer Harris November 19, 2024 - Houghlin Funeral HomesSanta Claus to Visit Cynthiana Public Library November 19, 2024 - The Cynthiana DemocratTrimble County Public Library December Programs November 19, 2024 - The Trimble BannerCommunity CalendarNovember 19, 2024 - The News-EnterpriseLocal library hosts Cherokee TalesNovember 19, 2024 - The Herald LedgerSanta Claus is coming to Thistle Cottage Nov. 30November 19, 2024 - Muhlenberg County Public LibrariesHumbug! A One-Man Christmas Carol Coming up in December at the Library November 19, 2024 - Z93Resources for trustees and boardsNovember 19, 2024 - OCLC’s WebJunctionHappy holidays! 11 Christmas tree lighting events taking place around Louisville in 2024November 19, 2024 - Courier-JournalLouisville's Main Library among the most 'stunning' libraries in the US.November 18, 2024 - WDRBHillview officials will have more services at expanded libraryNovember 18, 2024 - The Pioneer NewsFrankfort Heritage Lecture Series releases spring scheduleNovember 18, 2024 - The State JournalThis Week at the LibraryNovember 18, 2024 - Z93SOKY Ice Rink Returns November 22November 18, 2024 - Bowling Green Daily News