The September Book Challenges Update: News from Delaware and Texas, an update on Little Free Libraries’ book bans map, and Margaret Atwood’s response to “The Handmaid’s Tale” being banned. ilovelibraries.org/article/u-s-... #BannedBooksWeek 📚💙
Library Card Sign-up Month 2025 is coming to a close, and we saw libraries across the country all over television news programs to discuss the value of a library card.
How do you library? Submit your voice memo by noon CT on Sept. 30 for a chance to win prizes, including a $150 Visa gift card or your choice of an ALA READ poster. You may also be featured on the How I Library podcast. https://ilovelibraries.org/tell-us-how-you-library-for-a-chance-to-win/ 📚💙
In the new episode of the “How I Library” podcast, we welcome award-winning actor, author, and musician David Duchovny (“The X-Files,” “Californication”).
Listen on Soundcloud, Spotify, Apple Podcast or at ilovelibraries.org (link in bio).
George Takei is this year's honorary chair of #BannedBooksWeek, Oct 5-11.
“I’m proud to serve as honorary chair of Banned Books Week, because I remember all too well the lack of access to books and media that I needed growing up."
To serve the community, Dunkerton Public Library is using funds it received from an ALA grant to help older adults with mobility issues, people who are deaf or hard-of-hearing, and those who are blind or low vision to fully participate in all library services. Read more at ilovelibraries.org.
We’re loving the voice memo submissions for #LibraryCardSignUpMonth. Thanks, Kimmy & Thomas! Submit yours by Sept 30 for a chance to win prizes, incl. a $150 Visa gift card. You could be featured on the #HowILibrary podcast. https://ilovelibraries.org/tell-us-how-you-library-for-a-chance-to-win/
Lauded author and illustrator Grace Lin believes libraries are places of wonder and magic and is a proud supporter of the American Library Association. Please join Grace and stand up for libraries and the freedom to read by becoming an ALA Supporter. https://bit.ly/41Q8waI
When an asteroid unleashes a horde of alien monsters, it's up to a terrier named Holly and her owner Sam to save the day in Ten-Ton Titan Terrier, a sci-fi adventure with monster-battling action written by David Pepose. #LibraryCardSignUpMonth#CreatorsGetCarded
NEWS: A federal court in Rhode Island has ruled that the Institute of Museum and Library Services must remain open pending resolution of the government's appeal in the case Rhode Island v. Trump. ALA is grateful that the courts agree: IMLS must remain open. #ForOurLibraries
ALA and a coalition of 13 partner organizations filed an amicus brief in Rhode Island v. Trump, urging a federal court to uphold an injunction against the Trump administration’s unlawful attempt to dismantle the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
"Whether it's early literacy skills as you're having a baby in the family or if you're learning a new language, recipe, hobby, looking for a job—the library is always there for you." - ALA President Sam Helmick https://www.ktvu.com/video/1704172
Our friends at Booklist magazine have shared a list of candid, informative, practical, and inspiring memoirs and guides that address the demands on caregivers and the need for self-care for everyone.
Visit ilovelibraries.org or the link in our bio to check out @ala_booklist's book recommendations.
Libraries and schools across the country are experiencing unprecedented levels of attempts to ban or remove books from their shelves. The August report includes news from Florida, Michigan, South Carolina, and Maryland.
September is #LibraryCardSignUpMonth! Tell us how YOU library in a short voice memo for a chance to win prizes and be featured on the How I Library podcast. One card. Endless possibilities. Details at: ilovelibraries.org/tell-us-how-... 📚💙
Books and so much more. From ebooks and audiobooks to maker labs and museum passes—a library card is the key to it all. One Card. Endless Possibilities. September is #LibraryCardSignUpMonth. https://ilovelibraries.org/librarycard/
Love your librarian? Of course you do! Nominations are now open for the 2026 #ILoveMyLibrarian Award. Your librarian could win $5,000 and the recognition of a lifetime.
Hands-on journalism opportunity for teens via PBS News Student Reporting Labs. Learn podcasting, social video, long-form—plus pro support. Learn how to get involved at upcoming sessions on 9/9 & 9/30. ilovelibraries.org/article/read...
Lee (NH) Public Library went from “not enough funding” to “the nicest room in the library.” An ALA LTC grant supported kid-friendly, ADA-focused upgrades and planning for an accessible entrance. https://ilovelibraries.org/article/creating-accessible-spaces/
In the almost 15 years since the first Death Café—a place where people meet to eat, drink, and discuss death—was held in the UK, they have sprouted all over the world. And libraries are often the gathering spots. ilovelibraries.org/article/disc... 📚💙
