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Earth Day kicks off busy spring for FriendsApril 30, 2025 - The Casey County NewsActor tells the story behind Aunt Jemima, the Pancake QueenApril 30, 2025 - The Springfield SunCommunity CalendarApril 30, 2025 - The LaRue County Herald NewsCommunity calendar for April 30 April 30, 2025 - The Casey County NewsLINEUPApril 30, 2025 - The Paducah SunSOKY Happenings Event CalendarApril 30, 2025 - SOKY HappeningsNKU students partner with CCPL to present one-of-a-kind stories from NKY, Greater CincinnatiApril 30, 2025 - Northern Kentucky TribuneMay happenings at the Henry County Public LibraryApril 30, 2025 - Henry County LocalBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryApril 30, 2025 - The Herald-NewsGarden Club hosts monthly youth programApril 30, 2025 - The News-EnterpriseCommunity CalendarApril 30, 2025 - The News-EnterpriseKentucky libraries, programs face uncertainty with recent federal cutsApril 29, 2025 - WKMSA new documentary checks out the many ways libraries are a 'Free For All'April 29, 2025 - NPRTown CrierApril 29, 2025 - Kentucky New EraPSPL Board of Trustees to host special-called meeting WednesdayApril 29, 2025 - The State JournalCommunity calendarApril 29, 2025 - The State JournalALA and AFSCME Prepare Their Case for IMLSApril 29, 2025 - Publishers Weekly Share Hubbard memories May 10 at Trimble County Public LibraryApril 29, 2025 - The Madison CourierTrimble County Public Library Programs for MayApril 29, 2025 - The Madison CourierJackson County Public Library Introduces the 2025 Seed LibraryApril 29, 2025 - The Jackson SunKid Librarians — April 2025April 28, 2025 - Muhlenberg County Public LibrariesP.C. Park site of newest Readers to Leaders Storybook TrailApril 28, 2025 - The Commonwealth JournalJessamine County Public Library eventsApril 28, 2025 - The Jessamine JournalPaul Sawyier Public Library remains closed this weekApril 28, 2025 - The State JournalLouisville Orchestra coming to the mountainsApril 28, 2025 - WYMTRowan leads state in sustainabilityApril 27, 2025 - The Trail BlazerCommunity CalendarApril 26, 2025 - The Commonwealth JournalMcCracken County Public Library new releasesApril 26, 2025 - The Paducah SunNew Storybook Walk to be unveiled at Legion ParkApril 26, 2025 - The Owensboro TimesThis Week in the Tri-State April 26, 2025 - The Daily IndependentHow Libraries Are Faring Under the Trump Administration Amid Detrimental Funding CutsApril 26, 2025 - TimeAnnual "Ask Me" Button Book Giveaway returnsApril 26, 2025 - The MessengerKentucky Humanities faces funding cuts, threatening community programsApril 25, 2025 - WPSDIntellectual Freedom News 4/25/2025April 25, 2025 - Intellectual Freedom BlogLibrary programmingApril 25, 2025 - The News-HeraldCovington Park’s and Recreation 2025 program guide packed with new programs, old favoritesApril 24, 2025 - Northern Kentucky TribuneLogan County Public Library EventsApril 24, 2025 - Franklin Favorite Book Bans in American Libraries: Impact of Politics on Inclusive Content Consumption | Research BriefsApril 24, 2025 - Library JournalCommunity CalendarApril 24, 2025 - Central Kentucky News-JournalLibrary NotesApril 24, 2025 - The Cadiz RecordRead for the Roses with these Kentucky Derby book recommendations from Louisville librariansApril 24, 2025 - Courier-JournalLooking for Kentucky Derby-themed bedtime stories? Local librarians have ideas.April 24, 2025 - Courier-JournalPublic library eventsApril 24, 2025 - The Spencer MagnetShelby County library wraps up National Library WeekApril 24, 2025 - The Sentinel-NewsThe history and significance of the public libraryApril 24, 2025 - WVXUGreat American Cleanup & WOB CrawlApril 24, 2025 - City of CovingtonStates prepare for federal funding cutsApril 24, 2025 - American LibrariesLibrary’s Plant SwapApril 24, 2025 - The Bourbon County CitizenSpring ArtWalk – Library’s Open HouseApril 24, 2025 - The Bourbon County CitizenBoard Game and Brownies This Afternoon at the LibraryApril 24, 2025 - Z93Happening in Bullitt CountyApril 23, 2025 - The Pioneer NewsBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryApril 23, 2025 - The Herald-NewsCommunity CalendarApril 23, 2025 - The News-EnterpriseMSU grad from Letcher County accepted into competitive state internship programApril 23, 2025 - The Mountain EaglePaul Sawyier Public Library to remain closed through Sunday; curbside services being offeredApril 23, 2025 - The State JournalNewsmakers: Dawn Logsdon and Lucie Faulknor: Filmmakers discuss new public library documentary, current threats to librariesApril 23, 2025 - American Libraries‘ALA v. Sonderling’ Case Moves Forward as Defendants Respond April 23, 2025 - Publishers Weekly LINEUPApril 23, 2025 - The Paducah SunMarshall Schools aims to support kinship families with new programApril 23, 2025 - The Paducah SunCorbin Public Library dedicates Miller-Mitchell AnnexApril 23, 2025 - The Times-TribuneApril 23rd, 2025April 23, 2025 - The McCreary JournalCommunity CalendarApril 23, 2025 - The LaRue County Herald NewsBlue fountain, pinwheels recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month in Pulaski CountyApril 23, 2025 - The Commonwealth JournalGraves County Public Library requests supplies ahead of event planningApril 23, 2025 - The Mayfield Messenger Bardstown ready to break ground on aquatic centerApril 23, 2025 - The Central Kentucky News-JournalVote for your favorite submission to the Covington 2075 Time CapsuleApril 22, 2025 - Link NKYPop-Up event at Heritage Park welcomes many April 22, 2025 - The Winchester SunWhat's happening this weekApril 22, 2025 - Messenger-InquirerLibrary event to celebrate Nancy Drew's birthdayApril 22, 2025 - Kentucky New EraTown CrierApril 22, 2025 - Kentucky New EraSmall and rural libraries are feeling the cuts from President Trump's executive orderApril 22, 2025 - NPRLibraries are a lifeline for Kentucky. Trump jeopardizes this vital resource.April 22, 2025 - Courier-JournalBarbara Sexton Smith named interim leader of Louisville Free Public LibraryApril 22, 2025 - WHASMcLib Evenings Upstairs: The Southern Culture in Kentucky's Shaker VillagesApril 22, 2025 - WKMS“Ukrainian Public Libraries During the Russia-Ukraine War: Supporting Individuals, Communities, and the Nation”April 22, 2025 - Library Journal’s Info DocketPublic Libraries Highlight Business Support at ‘Main Street Now’ ConferenceApril 22, 2025 - Public Libraries OnlineFriends of Trimble library to hold book saleApril 22, 2025 - The Trimble BannerBoone County library to host suicide prevention trainingApril 21, 2025 - Link NKYSens. Schiff, Reed, Lawmakers Call on Trump Administration to Reverse Plans to Defund Libraries and MuseumsApril 21, 2025 - Senator Adam SchiffMarshall County Public Library celebrates spring with book page rose craftingApril 21, 2025 - The Marshall County Tribune-Courier11 Questions: Lisa Varga: Meet the new associate executive director of ALA’s Public Policy and Advocacy OfficeApril 21, 2025 - American LibrariesR.I. District Court Holds Motion Hearing on Fate of IMLSApril 21, 2025 - Publishers WeeklyJessamine County Public Library eventsApril 21, 2025 - The Jessamine JournalHappening this week at the LibraryApril 21, 2025 - Z93This Week in the Tri-StateApril 19, 2025 - The Daily IndependentGraves County author to present new book with public readings in west KentuckyApril 19, 2025 - The Paducah SunGrammy-winning duo 123 Andrés to visit KCPL Erlanger Branch for free concert April 23April 19, 2025 - Northern Kentucky TribuneMarshall County students chronicle tornado, recovery in new bookApril 19, 2025 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierOCLC Sues Baker & Taylor for “Allegedly Using Its Data to Create Competing Product”April 19, 2025 - Library Journal’s Info DocketMcCracken County Public Library new releasesApril 19, 2025 - The Paducah SunKentucky libraries could lose $2.7M through Trump’s cuts. What the money goes toward.April 18, 2025 - Courier-JournalThe Trump Administration Is Not Just Erasing History, They're Rewriting the Future and Attacking DemocracyApril 18, 2025 - NewsweekIntellectual Freedom News 4/18/2025April 18, 2025 - Intellectual Freedom BlogLocal Library Among Top in StateApril 18, 2025 - Marshall County DailyThe ACLU and Pentagon School Students Sue Over Book Bans: Book Censorship News, April 18, 2025April 18, 2025 - Book RiotMcCracken library launches new app and catalog, streamlining access to resourcesApril 18, 2025 - WPSDLibrary programmingApril 18, 2025 - The News-HeraldCommunity CalendarApril 18, 2025 - The Commonwealth JournalSpecial Called Library Board Meeting April 21, 2025April 18, 2025 - The Levisa LazerMay's Library Events AnnouncedApril 18, 2025 - Z93Public library eventsApril 17, 2025 - The Spencer MagnetFun with FriendsApril 17, 2025 - The Spencer MagnetGov. Beshear Names Award-Winning Writer Kathleen Driskell as Kentucky Poet LaureateApril 17, 2025 - Kentucky.govBook purges at Fort Campbell, other bases, challenged in lawsuitApril 17, 2025 - Kentucky LanternLibrary NotesApril 17, 2025 - The Cadiz RecordPoetry, mysteries & toe beansApril 17, 2025 - City of CovingtonFriends of the Crittenden Co. Public Library Used Book SaleApril 17, 2025 - WPSDLaurel County Public Library hosts annual Friends of the LCPL Spring Book SaleApril 17, 2025 - The Sentinel EchoFiscal Court recognizes storm respondersApril 17, 2025 - The Murray Ledger & TimesCheckmarks, DCPL partner to expand Baby Bundle literacy programApril 16, 2025 - The Owensboro TimesALA Announces Banned Books Week 2025 ThemeApril 16, 2025 - American Library AssociationBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryApril 16, 2025 - The Herald-NewsMcCracken County Public Library to host free photo sessions SaturdayApril 16, 2025 - The Paducah SunFriends of the library upcoming eventsApril 16, 2025 - The Casey County NewsCommunity CalendarApril 16, 2025 - The LaRue County Herald NewsAdair County Library leaders with Mayor HootsApril 16, 2025 - The Columbia MagazineCommunity CalendarApril 15, 2025 - The News-EnterpriseBook purges at Fort Campbell, other schools run by Defense Department challenged as unconstitutionalApril 15, 2025 - Kentucky LanternFrom libraries to health care: What Kentucky risks losing amid federal funding cutsApril 15, 2025 - Courier-JournalTown CrierApril 15, 2025 - Kentucky New EraLINEUPApril 15, 2025 - The Paducah SunOver 100 cyclists pedal through Paducah on Dogwood Trail RideApril 15, 2025 - The Paducah SunHCCPL invites everyone to crack the case of the missing bookmarkApril 15, 2025 - WHOPFestival has community supportApril 15, 2025 - Kentucky New Era 'Aaaand they die!'April 15, 2025 - The Cynthiana DemocratHome buyout question and answer session conducted in Pike CountyApril 15, 2025 - WYMTTri-State leaders, advocates come together to find solutions to substance abuse across regionApril 14, 2025 - WCPOLibrarians in UK increasingly asked to remove books, as influence of US pressure groups spreadsApril 14, 2025 - The GuardianHappenings in Bullitt CountyApril 14, 2025 - The Pioneer NewsNew AI storyteller at libraryApril 14, 2025 - Mountain Top MediaThe Truth Behind the Censorship Numbers in the State of America’s Libraries ReportApril 14, 2025 - School Library JournalLearning from the Past | Periodicals Price Survey 2025April 14, 2025 - Library JournalFranklin County Fiscal Court, Franklin County Sheriff’s Office host an Easter event at Lakeview ParkApril 14, 2025 - The State JournalPaul Sawyier Public Library remains closed due to major flood damageApril 14, 2025 - WLEXEdmonson County Public Library hosts open house as renovations are incomingApril 14, 2025 - WNKYJessamine County Public Library eventsApril 14, 2025 - The Jessamine JournalThis Week at the LibraryApril 14, 2025 - Z93Covington Creating 50-Year Time CapsuleApril 14, 2025 - Kentucky Educational TelevisionFamilies invited to Summer Opportunities ShowcaseApril 12, 2025 - The MessengerThis Week in the Tri-StateApril 12, 2025 - The Daily IndependentCommunity CalendarApril 12, 2025 - The Commonwealth JournalLGBTQ+ community fears exclusion as Lexington library cuts Pride eventApril 11, 2025 - Lexington Herald-LeaderFederal museum and library grants abruptly terminatedApril 11, 2025 - USA TodayThese are the 10 Most Challenged Books of 2024: Book Censorship News, April 11, 2025April 11, 2025 - Book RiotIntellectual Freedom News 4/11/2025April 11, 2025 - Intellectual Freedom BlogWinners named for Outstanding Women of NKY Awards for 41st year; event June 5 April 11, 2025 - Northern Kentucky TribuneHome buyout Q&A to be held at Pike County Library April 15 April 11, 2025 - Mountain Top MediaInspire the Next Generation for Preservation Week 2025, April 27 - May 3April 11, 2025 - American Library AssociationLibrary programmingApril 11, 2025 - The News-HeraldSmithsonian exhibit coming to Thistle Cottage in OctoberApril 11, 2025 - Muhlenberg County Public LibrariesFrankfort library ready to turn the page on recent floodsApril 10, 2025 - Fox 56 Public library eventsApril 10, 2025 - The Spencer MagnetDatebookApril 10, 2025 - The Sentinel-NewsTime capsule, recycle, Easter eggs & Harlan HubbardApril 10, 2025 - City of CovingtonSTLP students showcase their work at BOE meetingApril 10, 2025 - The Spencer MagnetLibrary hosts Spectrum Celebration in honor of World Autism Awareness DayApril 10, 2025 - The Sentinel EchoLibrary NotesApril 10, 2025 - The Cadiz RecordCCPL Board approves 2025-26 budgetApril 10, 2025 - Murray Ledger & TimesIMLS Cuts Put America’s Public Libraries at RiskApril 10, 2025 - American Library AssociationGov. Beshear Provides Team Kentucky UpdateApril 10, 2025 - Kentucky.govNationally acclaimed authors to visit Russellville April 10, 2025 - News-Democrat & LeaderMinyoung Bowling - Scott County Library Celebrates National Library WeekApril 10, 2025 - WKYTNKY book clubs: find community through readingApril 10, 2025 - Link NKYStop by the Library and Have your Family Easter Photo TakenApril 10, 2025 - Z93Library hosts job fairApril 9, 2025 - WPSDIt’s National Library Week; celebrate 2nd anniversary Kenton’s painted book benches with scavenger hunt April 9, 2025 - Northern Kentucky TribuneBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryApril 9, 2025 - The News-HeraldCommunity CalendarApril 9, 2025 - The LaRue County Herald NewsHistoric homes irreversibly damaged in Kentucky floodingApril 9, 2025 - WKYTApril 9th, 2025April 9, 2025 - The McCreary County Journal"Grab-a-Bag" Job Fairs Coming to Public Libraries Across GRADD RegionApril 8, 2025 - WEVVALA kicks off National Library Week revealing the annual list of Top 10 Most Challenged Books and the State of America’s Libraries ReportApril 8, 2025 - American Library AssociationUnited for Libraries and Penguin Random House announce recipients of grants to U.S. rural and small librariesApril 8, 2025 - American Library AssociationMajority of attempts to ban books in US come from organised groups, not parentsApril 8, 2025 - The GuardianTown CrierApril 8, 2025 - Kentucky New EraLINEUPApril 8, 2025 - The Paducah SunVoting Underway for the Bookmark Contest at the LibraryApril 8, 2025 - Z93Book Character Dress Up Day Happening at the Library this Afternoon April 8, 2025 - Z93Corbin May Day Festival returnsApril 8, 2025 - Times-Tribune21 States Sue Trump Administration Over Scuttling of IMLS, Other AgenciesApril 7, 2025 - Publishers WeeklyBooks Escape New Tariffs, At Least for NowApril 7, 2025 - Publishers WeeklyALA Releases Top 10 Most Challenged Books of 2024April 7, 2025 - Publishers WeeklyJessamine County Public Library eventsApril 7, 2025 - The Jessamine JournalAmerican Library Association, AFSCME Challenge Trump Administration Gutting of Institute of Museum and Library ServicesApril 7, 2025 - American Library AssociationJamar Rahming Named PLA 2026-2027 PresidentApril 7, 2025 - American Library AssociationMcCauley wins 2026-2027 ALA presidencyApril 7, 2025 - American Library AssociationBeing a librarian was already hard. Then came the Trump administrationApril 7, 2025 - The GuardianCampbell County Public Library launches a seed libraryApril 7, 2025 - WVXULouisville library director reflects on nearly three decades of workApril 7, 2025 - Louisville Public MediaLibraries Lead the Way in SustainabilityApril 7, 2025 - Public Libraries OnlinePSPL Board of Trustees meeting to be rescheduledApril 7, 2025 - The State JournalMary Wood Weldon Library offers nation’s first apprenticeship programApril 7, 2025 - WCLU RadioThis Week at the LibraryApril 7, 2025 - Z93Need Help Writing a Resume? Classes this week at Public LibraryApril 7, 2025 - Z93See photos, video of flooding across Kentucky as rivers continue to riseApril 6, 2025 - Lexington Herald-LeaderOpinion – Denise Lyons: Vital services of Kentucky public libraries must not be disruptedApril 5, 2025 - Northern Kentucky TribuneBriefs: Florence Easter Egg hunt; Author William Kent Krueger to visit KCPL; DBL Art ShowApril 5, 2025 - Northern Kentucky TribuneLocal News in Brief: Library plans sale, auctionApril 5, 2025 - The Daily IndependentThis Week in the Tri-StateApril 5, 2025 - The Daily IndependentCollege prep event being held for homeschool familiesApril 5, 2025 - Messenger-InquirerMcCracken County Public Library new releasesApril 5, 2025 - The Paducah SunNational Library Week 2025 Emphasizes the Draw of LibrariesApril 4, 2025 - Publishers WeeklyCommunity calendarApril 4, 2025 - Central Kentucky News-JournalJohnny and June tribute show at library earns large turnoutApril 4, 2025 - The Sentinel EchoHealth and Wellness Fair at Scott County Public Library April 19April 4, 2025 - The State JournalGraves Friends of the Library saleApril 4, 2025 - WPSDPaul Sawyier Public Library News — April 6-12April 4, 2025 - The State JournalThe Cost of Losing IMLS Funding April 4, 2025 - School Library Journal12+ Book Censorship Posts to Revisit: Book Censorship News, April 4, 2025April 4, 2025 - Book RiotIntellectual Freedom News 4/4/2025April 4, 2025 - Intellectual Freedom BlogSCPL to host ‘Great Gatsby’ centennial celebrationApril 4, 2025 - News-GraphicCommunity CalendarApril 4, 2025 - The News-EnterpriseLibrary programmingApril 4, 2025 - The News-HeraldPublishers Ask Congress to Defend Libraries as Federal Library Grant Funding EndsApril 3, 2025 - Publishers WeeklyJazz Meet Poetry: 'We Sing One Song' at Paul Sawyier Public Library April 5April 3, 2025 - The State JournalEarth Day celebration planned April 19 on grounds of Orlando Brown HouseApril 3, 2025 - The State JournalWebster County Public LibraryApril 3, 2025 - The Journal-EnterpriseLaurel County Public Library to host Spring Book Sale April 3, 2025 - The Sentinel EchoPublic Libraries magazine announces 2024 Feature Article Contest winnersApril 3, 2025 - American Library AssociationALA responds to the termination of IMLS grants in several statesApril 3, 2025 - American Library AssociationLibrary NotesApril 3, 2025 - The Cadiz Record‘Wheel of Fortune’: Librarian With Unique Name Misses $1 Million Win – Fans ReactApril 3, 2025 - TV InsiderBald eagle spotted at Boone County Public LibraryApril 3, 2025 - Link NKYLibraries are under siege: How Trump's cuts put community hubs in perilApril 3, 2025 - USA TodayA special homecoming: How Natalie Woods is leading Parkland Library into new era April 3, 2025 - Courier-JournalPublic library eventsApril 3, 2025 - The Spencer MagnetTreasure trove of historical items donated to local history groupsApril 3, 2025 - The Spencer MagnetCommunity CalendarApril 2, 2025 - The News-EnterpriseLINEUPApril 2, 2025 - The Paducah Sun NKY is coming together to take care of its young people. Here’s how you can join.April 2, 2025 - Link NKYLet your curiosity bloom at your library April 2, 2025 - The Casey County NewsIrie is April's Little LibrarianApril 2, 2025 - The Casey County NewsCommunity CalendarApril 2, 2025 - The LaRue County Herald NewsRecord show returns to library SaturdayApril 2, 2025 - Messenger-InquirerBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryApril 2, 2025 - The Herald-NewsKentucky Humanities selects anthology Savory Memories for 2025 Kentucky Reads programApril 2, 2025 - Northern Kentucky TribuneGet excited for Spring Break Programing out at the Lexington Public LibraryApril 2, 2025 - WTVQAwards reception recognizes CCPS art showcaseApril 2, 2025 - The Winchester SunLocal middle schoolers advance to State Civics Bee CompetitionApril 2, 2025 - The LaRue County Herald NewsCoordinating Data Rescue Efforts: Q&A with Lynda KellamApril 2, 2025 - Library JournalInvitation for Bids Butler County Public LibraryApril 2, 2025 - Beech Tree NewsPerformance Dogs of Ohio take the stage at Laurel County Public LibraryApril 2, 2025 - The Sentinel EchoMayor Greenberg encourages families to visit libraries, community centers, & museums during Spring BreakApril 2, 2025 - Louisville-Jefferson County Metro GovernmentLessons in Resilience: Libraries’ Roles in Disaster Preparedness and Recovery | Climate CrisisApril 1, 2025 - Library Journal“A Constant Priority, But Changing Responsibilities: Results of the Survey on IFLA’s Code of Ethics”April 1, 2025 - Library Journal’s Info DocketTown Crier April 1, 2025 - Kentucky New EraIt wouldn't be a 250th birthday party without a month of musicApril 1, 2025 - Lexington Herald-LeaderAg Literacy week adds to Hopkins County librariesApril 1, 2025 - The MessengerHow Will the IMLS Cuts Impact Your Library?April 1, 2025 - School Library JournalMonth-long challenge designed to encourage locals to read more booksApril 1, 2025 - The News-EnterpriseMore than books: Greenup County Library seeks to be rooted in, serve the communityApril 1, 2025 - The Daily IndependentRightwing groups across US push new bans to limit ‘obscene’ books in librariesApril 1, 2025 - The GuardianProviding meals for students during summerApril 1, 2025 - WNKYOwsley County Disaster Recovery Center Moves to LibraryApril 1, 2025 - FEMAChildren's Entrepreneur Market ReturnsApril 1, 2025 - Western Kentucky University Library seeks creative designs for Summer Reading logoApril 1, 2025 - Central Kentucky News-JournalWriters’ Day Activities to take place April 24April 1, 2025 - Kentucky Arts CouncilLibrary and museum support agency faces massive cuts after Trump orderApril 1, 2025 - PBS NewsHour