#libraries

#libraries

Libraries are valuable beyond just books. [ more ]

The Scala Center's mission is to improve the experience of Scala developers and help build a rich ecosystem of libraries.

The Scala Center focuses on improving the language and compiler, documentation and educational content, developer tools, and community and contributor experience. [ more ]

Attempts to ban books at public libraries have surged, sparking a culture war and legislative battles.

Legislators in some states are pushing back against book bans and supporting librarians in defending intellectual freedom. [ more ]

Lawmakers in Massachusetts are proposing a bill to protect books from being removed from public spaces based on personal or political views.

Book bans have been increasing in the country, with Massachusetts ranking fourth in attempts to remove books from shelves in 2022. [ more ]

U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley introduces the Books Save Lives Act to combat book bans in schools and libraries.

The bill aims to ensure diverse book collections, enforce civil rights, and study the impact of book bans on underrepresented communities. [ more ]

The city of Austin is dependent on bond money for parks due to recent legislation.

The city has spent a significant portion of the bond money from previous elections. [ more ]

There is an updated state-by-state "Legislation of Concern" tracker by EveryLibrary.

EveryLibrary is monitoring bills that threaten libraries and the freedom to read, as well as potentially positive legislative efforts. [ more ]

Republican bills in Wisconsin Legislature are increasing scrutiny on young people's use of libraries.

The bills aim to compromise between concerned parents and public libraries, but opponents argue they target LGBTQ+ themes and diversity issues.

The legislation amounts to intimidation on librarians and educators under the guise of parental rights. [ more ]

Two City Council members convinced a philanthropist to help finance a swim lessons initiative for young children in New York City.

The program was imperiled due to budget cuts made by Mayor Eric Adams across agencies, including the Parks Department. [ more ]

Find places to keep cool in New York City during summer heat waves, including parks with sprinklers, public pools, tree-shaded areas, and libraries. [ more ]

The digitization of libraries by Google promised to open up access to knowledge, but it has also led to closed access and commercialization.

The battle between democratization and commercialization in the world of learning is driven by self-interest and tectonic shifts in research and publication. [ more ]