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  1. 3 hours ago

    .'s bookmobile has provided voter reg, Census support, and even groceries with help from . in creative and community-centered ways! Engage voters in your library - sign up to be a partner:

    If you missed it, you can get counted and register to vote Thursday, September 3 at Terrazas Branch: .
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  2. 5 hours ago

    Thanks for the shoutout, ! People who sign up for a card this month might be pleasantly surprised — many libraries have done away with late fees.

    Library Card Sign-Up Month starts today. Who's going to collect all those late fees?
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  3. 5 hours ago

    Laurie Halse Anderson says, “Librarians are my superheroes.” She knows superheroes: her new graphic novel delves into ’s honorary chair Wonder Woman’s origin story. Learn how libraries have impacted her life:

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    Sep 3

    Need resources for promoting your events? Visit for free graphics, flyers, sample press releases, and more! Don't forget to RSVP to National Friends of Libraries Week:

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    Sep 4

    Grab a furry friend and settle down with your next great library find like Shing Yin Khor (The American Dream) and Bug! Share your 📚💕 this September for or tag your favorite creator

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  6. Sep 4

    😍We're not sure anyone will be able to top this, but we encourage everyone to try. Show us your best pose for the chance to win $100! Details at:

    Ms. Graham flying through book world, with her trusty sidekick, library card!
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  7. Sep 4

    How do ? has the answers! Check out their great webinar on voter engagement, and don't forget to prep for . Sign up by Sep 7th as an NVRD partner to get a promotion and organizing kit:

    Register now to attend this webinar, Libraries Promoting Voter Engagement! Sept 9th 2- 3 PM
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    Sep 4

    ALA proudly supports & 's Tribal Connect Act, which would help libraries provide the services communities depend on.

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  9. Sep 4

    Save 10% on selected titles from ! Get up to speed on digital content, library analytics, and much more. Sale ends 10/1/20 so act now! (Valid for online orders only. Cannot be combined with ALA Member discount.)

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  10. Sep 4

    Even during uncertain times, libraries are adapting and finding innovative ways to meet the changing needs of their users.

    61% of public libraries added virtual programming to serve their communities during the pandemic. Get a library card!
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  11. Sep 4

    This school year may look different for many students. What's not different: libraries offer educational resources and programs for parents and families that help students of all ages while they learn from home.

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  12. Sep 4

    There are only a few days left to sign up as a partner and receive a free organizational and promotion kit! Sign up by Sep 7 () and show your communities how !

    September 22, 2020: National Voter Registration Day
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  13. Sep 4

    . and recently partnered with to support their new show .

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    Sep 3

    Get obsessed with all your library has to offer with Sina Grace (Self-Obsessed, Ghosted In LA). Share your 📚💕 this September for or tag your favorite creator

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  15. Sep 3

    2020, amirite? We asked librarians for some favorite that speak to this tumultuous year. What would you add to the list?

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  16. Sep 3

    A reminder that if you're planning to submit a Program Proposal for the 2021 Annual Conference & Exhibition, the submission deadline is September 30, 2020. Find tips and details at The conference will be hosted in Chicago, June 24-29, 2021.

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  17. Sep 3

    Americans love their libraries! Last year, we visited libraries more than movie theaters, live sporting events, concerts, or museums.

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  18. Sep 3

    If your library has a multilingual audience, don't forget to check out our Spanish language resources for . There are digital graphics, media tools like a sample press release and a customizable library-themed bingo card:

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  19. Sep 3

    Many libraries already serve as polling places, and now shines a light on the role they will play in providing monitored ballot collection boxes for absentee and mail-in votes during the fall general election.

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  20. Sep 3

    Congrats to the 2020 ALA Award Winners! 👏 Learn about their accomplishments below.

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