#we need libraries

[msclaritea]

I am posting this guide because I just found out the Mayor of New Orleans is holding secret meetings to slash the funding of local libraries by 40% for 20 years. if you live in NOLA, find out more and get LOUD. For others, keep an eye on your local legislators that they do not try this.

[hopefullbeginner]

May 2026 I work in/for a library & this book highlights the challenges we deal with every day. The author did a great job of making me feel seen while also giving me hope that libraries continue to evolve & will always be important. Please support your local library!!!!! & be kind to the workers 💜

[tartymae]

Scott Bonner awarded the Lemony Snicket Prize for Noble Librarians Faced with Adversity

On August 9, 2014, the shooting of unarmed teenager Mike Brown by police officer Darren Wilson in Ferguson, Missouri set off a string of protests, demonstrations, riots, civil unrest, arson and violence. But in the middle of this climate of fear—where local disruptions caused businesses to board up their windows and delayed the start of the school year for the 12,000 youth in the Ferguson-Florissant School District— the Ferguson Public Library remained open and engaged, thanks to Bonner and the absolutely vital and tireless work of every member of his staff .

This is why Libraries and Librarians matter.  A library is so much more than a place to check out books or movies.  At its heart, a library is the archiver, protector and transmitter of culture and learning, and the actions of Bonner and his staff show that in the very best way.

[lleullinsdragon]

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