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American Library Association @ALALibrary Nov 30, 2024

The new episode of our podcast features writer Raj Tawney who discusses his latest book, "All Mixed Up," the semiautobiographical story of a multi-ethnic American boy who forges a complex friendship with a Pakistani immigrant in the wake of 9/11. bit.ly/3CJmfXc

ilovelibraries.org 'How I Library' Episode 13: Raj Tawney In episode 13 of the "How I Library" podcast, show host and I Love Libraries editor Phil Morehart speaks with writer and journalist Raj Tawney about his new book, "All Mixed Up," the semiautobiogra...

American Library Association @ALALibrary Nov 8, 2024

Apply for this third round of #LTCAccess grant funding by December 11th to receive a $10k or $20k grant to expand accessibility services at your library: bit.ly/3ZgFFM0

Libraries Transforming Communities Accessible Small and Rural Communities

American Library Association @ALALibrary Nov 5, 2024

This Election Day, library workers nationwide are helping patrons understand the voting process!

Need info to share w/ patrons who have questions? Check out the Brennan Center's 2024 Roadmap, w/ info about election processes & integrity: brennancenter.org/our-work/resea… #ReaderVoterReady

www.brennancenter.org Roadmap to the Official Count in the 2026 Election Election officials take a series of administrative steps to ensure that the vote count — and the final election results — are accurate.

American Library Association @ALALibrary Nov 5, 2024

Register now for this free webinar! Author-experts Megan Lotts, Ann Medaille, Zoe Maughan, Scott Spicer, Sara R. Benson and Rachel Fleming-May will share dozens of ways to have fun, spark joy and bolster engagement: Tuesday, November 19, 1 PM CT bit.ly/3Nrjf3x

American Library Association @ALALibrary Nov 5, 2024

Happy Election Day! Having trouble voting? The nonpartisan Election Protection hotline can help. Call or visit: 866ourvote.org. Every eligible voter deserves to make their voice heard and have their vote count. #ReaderVoterReady

Having Trouble Voting? Help is available. Election protection hotlines: 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683) [English]. 888-VE-Y-VOTA (888-839-8682) [Spanish and English]. 888-API-VOTE (888-274-8683) [Asian Languages/English]. 844-925-5287 [Arabic/English].