Antonio La Cava on why libraries still matter in a digital world
The retired schoolteacher behind “Italy’s smallest library” discusses his bid to reverse declining reading rates — and how a three-wheeled van became a lifeline for young readers. www.reuters.com/lifestyle…
‘The Librarians’ To Premiere On PBS ‘Independent Lens’ As Political Backlash Mounts Against Book Banning [Monday February 9] deadline.com/2026/02/t…
A year of transformation and creativity in Wigan Libraries
“We’ve certainly made the most of that flexibility this year. From an intimate gig with Ben Ottewell to a high-energy wrestling event during half term and even an indoor ice rink for Christmas, Leigh Library has become a place where the unexpected happens.” www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/year…
Save the Date! Safer Spaces Symposium: Library Washrooms
“Does your library have universal washrooms? What is your policy on sharps containers? Do you conduct wellness checks? How do you support staff when an incident occurs in a washroom? Do you use technology to make washrooms safer or cleaner? Why or why not?
The Ontario Library Association’s first-ever Safer Spaces Symposium will feature libraries of all types sharing their experiences and ideas about washrooms—policies, procedures, challenges, successes, and aspirations. Registration will open in early February, and the program will be released by the first week of March. We hope you’ll join us!”
Has anyone observed this happening in libraries? Or Canadian bookstores? boingboing.net/2025/12/1…
Shared Space, Shared Mission How the King Library Expands Access and Strengthens Community Impact sr.ithaka.org/publicati…
Boston Is Building Homes Above Libraries — And It’s Changing Lives. How one city is rethinking public space to support families. medium.com/everylibr…
Countdown to Better Libraries: 12 Missteps to Avoid
This should be required reading for librarians and support staff
Countdown to Better Libraries: 12 Missteps to Avoid Part 1 www.rethinkinglibraries.org/blog/12-m… Part 2 www.rethinkinglibraries.org/blog/12-m… Part 3 www.rethinkinglibraries.org/blog/12-m…
When Librarians Help Censorship Without Realizing It The Myth of Neutrality, and Why Silence Is Still a Choice aischoollibrarian.substack.com/p/neutral…
Canada Post commits to free postage for people who are blind as legislation changes www.thecanadianpressnews.ca/national/…
Program Frameworks for Annual Library Planning stephenslighthouse.com/2026/01/0…
stop asking chat gpt and a librarian instead! www.threads.com/@kaitlyn….
The Real Reason People Stopped Reading Books What if the problem wasn’t attention, but obligation? mattlillywhite.substack.com/p/the-rea…
Tour of Obama Presidential Center showcases playgrounds, gardens, among other attractions www.cbsnews.com/chicago/n…
"I saw a boy at the library ask if he could print homework without a card."
“I saw a boy at the library ask if he could print homework without a card.
The librarian said he’d need an account first.
He looked down. “My mom said we have to move again. We don’t have an address.”
The librarian opened a drawer and pulled out a small form. “Then we’ll set you up as a guest. You still get full access.”
Some systems tie opportunity to stability.
Libraries give kids a chance even when life won’t” – Matt Lilywhite
New Report From US GAO: Public Libraries: Many Buildings are Reported to Be in Poor Condition, with Increasing Deferred Maintenance
“About 6,000 libraries nationwide (nearly 40%) say that part of their building is in poor condition, and about 7,000 report having a physical barrier to access for people with disabilities.”
via InfoDocket www.infodocket.com/2025/12/1…
Urban Libraries Council (ULC) Announces 2025 Innovations Award Winners
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Ten Stories That Shaped 2025 lisnews.org/ten-stori…
Funding Research Services: How Libraries are Exploring Cost Recovery Models scholarlykitchen.sspnet.org/2025/12/0…