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#community-support

Boston-area libraries are employing social workers. Here's why.

The hiring of social workers in libraries is increasing to better support community members in need, especially after the pandemic.

The Guardian view on public libraries: these vital spaces provide much more than books | Editorial

Libraries are crucial community resources, providing educational and social support, yet they face significant closures and funding cuts across the UK.

Share your experience of how libraries shaped your life

Council-run libraries face closure due to funding cuts, impacting communities that rely on them for reading and learning opportunities.

Boston-area libraries are employing social workers. Here's why.

The hiring of social workers in libraries is increasing to better support community members in need, especially after the pandemic.

The Guardian view on public libraries: these vital spaces provide much more than books | Editorial

Libraries are crucial community resources, providing educational and social support, yet they face significant closures and funding cuts across the UK.

Share your experience of how libraries shaped your life

Council-run libraries face closure due to funding cuts, impacting communities that rely on them for reading and learning opportunities.
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#lgbtqia

Queerest Library Ever - San Francisco Bay Times

Libraries are vital spaces for LGBTQIA community exploration and expression, providing access to resources that shape identity and activism.

OPINION: Celebrating 'banned books' as censorship looms near and far

Multnomah County Library emphasizes the importance of resisting book censorship, especially concerning LGBTQIA+ and multicultural narratives, during Banned Books Week.

Queerest Library Ever - San Francisco Bay Times

Libraries are vital spaces for LGBTQIA community exploration and expression, providing access to resources that shape identity and activism.

OPINION: Celebrating 'banned books' as censorship looms near and far

Multnomah County Library emphasizes the importance of resisting book censorship, especially concerning LGBTQIA+ and multicultural narratives, during Banned Books Week.
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#web-development

Weekly Web Design & Development News: Collective #576

A weekly roundup of popular web development and design resources including JavaScript libraries, CSS tools, and UI components.

Top 5 Angular UI Components | HackerNoon

Choosing the right UI library is crucial for Angular app performance and user experience.

Weekly Web Design & Development News: Collective #576

A weekly roundup of popular web development and design resources including JavaScript libraries, CSS tools, and UI components.

Top 5 Angular UI Components | HackerNoon

Choosing the right UI library is crucial for Angular app performance and user experience.
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Microsoft Releases Preview of AI Integration Libraries for .NET

Microsoft has introduced libraries to facilitate seamless integration of AI services within the .NET ecosystem.
#freedom-to-read
from Time Out New York
3 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

Brooklyn's main library will give away hundreds of banned books this weekend to fight censorship

NYC libraries are uniting against book bans through events aimed at promoting the freedom to read amidst rising censorship.

America's Biggest Publisher Just Hired a Lobbyist to Fight Book Banning. She's Got a Plan.

Rosalie Stewart is appointed to combat book-banning campaigns in schools and libraries, focusing on freedom-to-read legislation.

The Week in Libraries: January 12, 2024

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.

Brooklyn's main library will give away hundreds of banned books this weekend to fight censorship

NYC libraries are uniting against book bans through events aimed at promoting the freedom to read amidst rising censorship.

America's Biggest Publisher Just Hired a Lobbyist to Fight Book Banning. She's Got a Plan.

Rosalie Stewart is appointed to combat book-banning campaigns in schools and libraries, focusing on freedom-to-read legislation.

The Week in Libraries: January 12, 2024

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.
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#python

Episode #224: Narwhals: Expanding DataFrame Compatibility Between Libraries - The Real Python Podcast

Narwhals enhances compatibility among Python libraries, enabling modern data handling features.
The project mainly supports library maintainers to improve interlibrary functionality.

Learn From 2023's Most Popular Python Tutorials and Courses - Real Python

Completing projects like building applications is a great way to grow as a programmer.
Functions in Python help make code less repetitive and enable code reuse.
Tutorials on specific tasks and libraries can expand Python proficiency.

Episode #224: Narwhals: Expanding DataFrame Compatibility Between Libraries - The Real Python Podcast

Narwhals enhances compatibility among Python libraries, enabling modern data handling features.
The project mainly supports library maintainers to improve interlibrary functionality.

Learn From 2023's Most Popular Python Tutorials and Courses - Real Python

Completing projects like building applications is a great way to grow as a programmer.
Functions in Python help make code less repetitive and enable code reuse.
Tutorials on specific tasks and libraries can expand Python proficiency.
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#education
from InsideHook
4 weeks ago
Writing

Did Libraries Help the Allies Win World War II?

Libraries played a crucial role in World War II espionage, serving as resources for intelligence gathering.

Jessica Bull on Jane Austen, Murder Mysteries, and Libraries as a Gateway

Passion for libraries can shape a successful career and influence choice of study.
Access to libraries played a crucial role in Jane Austen's education and career as a novelist.

Did Libraries Help the Allies Win World War II?

Libraries played a crucial role in World War II espionage, serving as resources for intelligence gathering.

Jessica Bull on Jane Austen, Murder Mysteries, and Libraries as a Gateway

Passion for libraries can shape a successful career and influence choice of study.
Access to libraries played a crucial role in Jane Austen's education and career as a novelist.
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#community-services

6 free, unexpected things to do with an Oakland Public Library card

Oakland's libraries offer digital resources and cultural experiences beyond traditional book lending, accessible to California residents for free.

People Are Sharing Jobs That SEEM Cool From The Outside, But Are Actually A Huge Disappointment

Libraries function more as community centers providing essential services rather than just quiet spaces for reading or research.

Clashes over plan to close four Havering libraries in heated debate

Library closures in Havering are proposed to cut costs amid a significant budget deficit, provoking intense debate about their social value.

6 free, unexpected things to do with an Oakland Public Library card

Oakland's libraries offer digital resources and cultural experiences beyond traditional book lending, accessible to California residents for free.

People Are Sharing Jobs That SEEM Cool From The Outside, But Are Actually A Huge Disappointment

Libraries function more as community centers providing essential services rather than just quiet spaces for reading or research.

Clashes over plan to close four Havering libraries in heated debate

Library closures in Havering are proposed to cut costs amid a significant budget deficit, provoking intense debate about their social value.
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from www.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Libraries will only exist for as long as we borrow from them. Consider it your civic duty | Jodi Wilson

Libraries support authors through a lending rights scheme and foster community engagement.
Borrowing books from libraries benefits both readers and authors.

Libraries bridge learning gap between home and school

Regular reading by parents enhances children's language skills and fosters a love for reading, aided by library programs that support learning.
#web-scraping

Web Scraping: Is C# or JavaScript the Superior Choice? | HackerNoon

C# offers robust libraries for efficient web scraping but has a steeper learning curve, while JavaScript allows flexible browser-based scraping with simpler initial setup.

How to Create a Python Keyword Analyzer for SEO Optimization

Keyword analysis is crucial for website traffic. Python tools aid in building custom scripts. Libraries like beautifulsoup4, requests, & nltk are essential.

Web Scraping: Is C# or JavaScript the Superior Choice? | HackerNoon

C# offers robust libraries for efficient web scraping but has a steeper learning curve, while JavaScript allows flexible browser-based scraping with simpler initial setup.

How to Create a Python Keyword Analyzer for SEO Optimization

Keyword analysis is crucial for website traffic. Python tools aid in building custom scripts. Libraries like beautifulsoup4, requests, & nltk are essential.
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What Is Up With These Federal Judges?

The episode reveals controversial actions by federal judges, highlighting political biases and unexpected rulings.
#copyright-law
from Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Internet Archive's court loss leaves higher ed in gray area

The recent appeals court ruling threatens pandemic-era digital lending programs used by libraries to access books online.

The Dream of a Universal Library | Robert Darnton

The digitization of libraries and access to books online has sparked a battle between democratization and commercialization of knowledge.
Google's digitization efforts have faced legal challenges and have transformed into a profit-driven commercial library.

Internet Archive's court loss leaves higher ed in gray area

The recent appeals court ruling threatens pandemic-era digital lending programs used by libraries to access books online.

The Dream of a Universal Library | Robert Darnton

The digitization of libraries and access to books online has sparked a battle between democratization and commercialization of knowledge.
Google's digitization efforts have faced legal challenges and have transformed into a profit-driven commercial library.
morecopyright-law
#reading

Essential for me': readers on the importance of libraries

Libraries foster serendipitous encounters that can change lives and careers, as evidenced by numerous personal stories of their impact.
The decline of council-run libraries poses a risk to the growth of readers and writers alike.

Reading is so sexy': gen Z turns to physical books and libraries

Gen Z is embracing physical books and reading, with print books accounting for 80% of purchases.
Libraries are seeing an increase in Gen Z users, with in-person visits up 71% in the UK.

Essential for me': readers on the importance of libraries

Libraries foster serendipitous encounters that can change lives and careers, as evidenced by numerous personal stories of their impact.
The decline of council-run libraries poses a risk to the growth of readers and writers alike.

Reading is so sexy': gen Z turns to physical books and libraries

Gen Z is embracing physical books and reading, with print books accounting for 80% of purchases.
Libraries are seeing an increase in Gen Z users, with in-person visits up 71% in the UK.
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#new-york-city

These NYC libraries are apparently super famous on TikTok

New York City boasts three of the top libraries in the U.S., reflecting its rich literary culture.

Swim Lessons for N.Y.C. Children Were at Risk. A Billionaire Helped Out.

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.

Your guide to staying cool in NYC during the first heat wave of the summer | amNewYork

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

These NYC libraries are apparently super famous on TikTok

New York City boasts three of the top libraries in the U.S., reflecting its rich literary culture.

Swim Lessons for N.Y.C. Children Were at Risk. A Billionaire Helped Out.

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.

Your guide to staying cool in NYC during the first heat wave of the summer | amNewYork

Find places to keep cool in New York City during summer heat waves, including parks with sprinklers, public pools, tree-shaded areas, and libraries.
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IMLS Grant Will Support Internet2 in Promoting Digital Equity in Alaska

Internet2 received a grant to enhance broadband access in Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and Tribal libraries using the Toward Gigabit Libraries toolkit.
#youtube

Let's shitmix the algorithm

YouTube's active content delivery contrasts with the passive, stable environment of traditional libraries.

Let's shitmix the algorithm

YouTube cannot be considered a Library due to its active content curation and unequal treatment of information.

Let's shitmix the algorithm

YouTube's active content delivery contrasts with the passive, stable environment of traditional libraries.

Let's shitmix the algorithm

YouTube cannot be considered a Library due to its active content curation and unequal treatment of information.
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These are the 12+ best places for remote work around Austin

Reliable WiFi and a comfortable atmosphere are essential for effective remote work, especially in popular spots throughout Austin.

Library workers punched, spat on: Security incidents on the rise in public libraries, data show | CBC News

Libraries across Canada are increasingly chaotic, with rising incidents of violence, overdoses, and theft, necessitating security measures and impacting staff safety.
#censorship

GOP law forces library to require ID from patrons under 30 to access "adult" books - LGBTQ Nation

Librarians and communities are facing challenges due to censorious legislation affecting free speech rights nationwide.

Book bans? Make that "intellectual freedom challenges"

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.

Wisconsin libraries would have to notify parents about the books their kids check out under GOP proposal

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.

GOP law forces library to require ID from patrons under 30 to access "adult" books - LGBTQ Nation

Librarians and communities are facing challenges due to censorious legislation affecting free speech rights nationwide.

Book bans? Make that "intellectual freedom challenges"

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.

Wisconsin libraries would have to notify parents about the books their kids check out under GOP proposal

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.
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#community

Young Reporter

Libraries are valuable beyond just books.

Scala Center Roadmap for 2024

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.

Young Reporter

Libraries are valuable beyond just books.

Scala Center Roadmap for 2024

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.
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#book-bans

You're Wrong About These Common Myths About Book Ban: Book Censorship News, March 22, 2024

Misconceptions about book bans stem from a lack of information, not intentional misinformation.
Book bans can drive students away from libraries and limit their access to reading materials.
from NBC Boston
10 months ago

Lawmakers weigh standard to guard access to library books

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.
from Advocate.com
11 months ago

Ayanna Pressley Introduces Bill to Counter Book Bans Nationwide

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.

You're Wrong About These Common Myths About Book Ban: Book Censorship News, March 22, 2024

Misconceptions about book bans stem from a lack of information, not intentional misinformation.
Book bans can drive students away from libraries and limit their access to reading materials.

Lawmakers weigh standard to guard access to library books

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.

Ayanna Pressley Introduces Bill to Counter Book Bans Nationwide

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.
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Free Coloring Books from Libraries & Museums: Download & Color Thousands of Free Images (2024)

Annual coloring festival launched in 2016 by The New York Academy of Medicine Library
2024 archive of coloring books released in February, featuring images from 93 libraries and museums

Top Quart (async Flask) Extensions

Quart is a fully-async version of Flask for utilizing async and await in Flask projects.
Philip Jones is working with the Flask team on Quart alongside Flask projects.

Jenna Bush Hager gets emotional as mom Laura surprises her on Read with Jenna anniversary

Authors celebrate Read with Jenna's fifth anniversary
Books sent to libraries in all 50 states

Weekly Web Design & Development News: Collective #540

Tex.js provides a lightweight JavaScript library for turning textareas and/or divs into WYSIWYG editors.
TinyFloat is a TypeScript library that solves decimal math problems in JavaScript.
#gen-z

Reading is so sexy': gen Z turns to physical books and libraries

Gen Z is embracing physical books and reading habits.
The popularity of books among Gen Z is driving sales and visits to libraries.

Books and looks: gen Z is 'rediscovering' the public library

Gen Z and millennials are using public libraries at higher rates than older generations.
Libraries are more than just books - they are community hubs for connection and discovery.

Why Gen Z fell back in love with the library

Gen Z and millennials still visit libraries despite their phone fixation
Gen Z and millennials prefer print books over e-books and audiobooks

Gen Z and millennials have an unlikely love affair with their local libraries

Gen Z and millennials still visit libraries despite their reliance on smartphones and social media.
Gen Z and millennials prefer print books over e-books and audiobooks.

Reading is so sexy': gen Z turns to physical books and libraries

Gen Z is embracing physical books and reading habits.
The popularity of books among Gen Z is driving sales and visits to libraries.

Books and looks: gen Z is 'rediscovering' the public library

Gen Z and millennials are using public libraries at higher rates than older generations.
Libraries are more than just books - they are community hubs for connection and discovery.

Why Gen Z fell back in love with the library

Gen Z and millennials still visit libraries despite their phone fixation
Gen Z and millennials prefer print books over e-books and audiobooks

Gen Z and millennials have an unlikely love affair with their local libraries

Gen Z and millennials still visit libraries despite their reliance on smartphones and social media.
Gen Z and millennials prefer print books over e-books and audiobooks.
moregen-z

Money for city parks, facilities dwindling - Austin Monitor

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.

This Librarian Wants Parents To Stop Asking For Indoor Playgrounds

Parents are looking for indoor facilities for kids to play in during winter months.
Some parents are asking libraries to open indoor playgrounds, but librarians argue that it is not the purpose of a library.

Moms for Liberty wants to defund libraries that let kids check out grown-up books

Moms for Liberty is demanding that libraries in Alabama defund libraries that don't restrict children's access to certain books.
The group wants all books recommended by the American Library Association (ALA) to be moved out of the children's section.

Opinion | Attention! There's Life Beyond the Digital.

Cellphones can distract students from learning and engaging in class discussions.
Libraries provide a quiet and peaceful environment for reading, studying, and thinking.

The Dream of a Universal Library | Robert Darnton

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.

Giving children books is good - but saving libraries for them is even better | Letters

Access to books and libraries is crucial for children's literacy development.
Personal experiences with books and libraries can have a lasting impact on individuals.

Wisconsin Bills Would Require Libraries to Tell Parents What Books Their Kids Check Out

Two GOP bills in Wisconsin would require libraries to inform parents whenever their children check out books or materials
Critics argue that these bills are overly burdensome and detrimental to children's rights and safety

These 8 Boutique Hotels Host Beautiful Libraries

Library Hotel in Manhattan offers themed rooms and a rooftop Poetry Garden with views of the city.
The Heathman Hotel in Portland has a collection of over 2,700 books signed by well-known authors and hosts literary events.
Il Salviatino in Fiesole, Italy, is a luxurious hotel with a historic library holding literary masterpieces.

'Lost diamonds': Rare Russian books stolen from European libraries

Rare Russian classics worth millions of euros have been stolen from libraries in Eastern Europe and are suspected to be sold at auctions in Russia.
Experts believe the stolen books have made their way to Russia, with some being sold at hasty auctions in Moscow.

Saving Digital Libraries and the Internet Archive

The Internet Archive is appealing a decision in a copyright infringement suit brought by Hachette Book Group and other publishers.
The suit claims that the Internet Archive's controlled digital lending (CDL) system is illegal.
CDL operates under digital rights management (DRM) and proponents argue it is legal under U.S. copyright principles of fair use.

Library Lamp puts a sleek modern spin on a classic lighting fixture - Yanko Design

Libraries were once essential for accurate information; old-fashioned design elements like library lamps now reinterpreted with modern aesthetics.

Core 2 Clock - A dive into my IoT ecosystem

Using clock code as a demo to showcase ESP32 features with various libraries for MCU projects.
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