Stable federal funding means more materials for children and teens at Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Thorne Library in Ohio! More www.yourohionews.com/knox-county/... Tell Congress to #FundLibraries and support programs & collections nationwide: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag...

From the New York Times: IMLS has reinstated all federal grants to libraries following a federal court ruling. More: www.nytimes.com/2025/12/05/a... But we can't stop making noise for libraries. Tell Congress to #FundLibraries in FY26: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag...

ALA is disappointed and concerned with the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to allow a lower court ruling in Little v. Llano County stand. This decision will significantly restrict the freedom to read in public libraries across Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. Our statement: https://bit.ly/48HOSAl

You only have ONE WEEK to nominate your favorite librarian for the I Love My Librarian Award! Don't miss the opportunity to recognize the dedication of a library worker in your community! Learn more below ⤵️

In Iowa, libraries and museums are excited for their communities now that federal grants have been reinstated: www.iowapublicradio.org/arts-life/20... But this isn't the end. We need to tell Congress to #FundLibraries in Iowa and across the nation: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag...

Have you nominated a librarian for the I Love My Librarian Award? There's only ONE WEEK LEFT! If your librarian has gone above and beyond, started a new program to fill a gap in the community, or stepped in to save the day, we want to know about it! Submit your nomination: https://bit.ly/3EMzHao

Federal grants have been reinstated by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, a win for communities all across the country: www.nytimes.com/2025/12/05/a... But we can't slow down. We need Congress to #FundLibraries in next year's budget. Take action: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag...

ALA is proud to join our partners @arl.org & @carl-abrc.bsky.social in signing the Statement on 4 Digital Rights for Memory Institutions Online, led by @archive.org. The principles are an essential roadmap to guide policies impacting libraries, archives, & museums: blog.archive.org/2025/12/03/a...

New: ALA and @aaslala.bsky.social welcome the reintroduction of the Right to Read Act by @reed.senate.gov and Rep. Adelita Grijalva! This legislation would help ensure that all students have access to a school library, staffed by a certified school librarian. More: www.ala.org/news/2025/12...

Federal grants to libraries from the Institute of Museum and Library Services have been reinstated all across the country: www.npr.org/2025/12/04/n... But we're not done yet. Congress MUST #FundLibraries in next year's budget. Take action now: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag...

From the Washington Post: All library grants reinstated at Institute of Museum and Library Services. Read more about the great news: www.washingtonpost.com/style/2025/1... But the fight isn't over. We need to tell Congress to #FundLibraries: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag... #ForOurLibraries

Did you hear the good news? IMLS has restored EVERY canceled federal grant in every state and territory. But the fight's not over yet. Tell Congress to #FundLibraries in next year's budget: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag...

NEWS: The Institute of Museum & Library Services has restored ALL previously canceled federal grants to libraries, following a ruling by a federal judge in Rhode Island last month. This is a massive win for libraries & communities in every state & territory! Learn more: www.ala.org/news/2025/12...

In Hawai'i, federal funds for libraries have supported a swath of programs, from literacy to cultural stewarship. Civil Beat's columnist Kirstin Downey celebrates the recent legal wins: www.civilbeat.org/2025/11/kirs... Tell Congress to #FundLibraries: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag...

Libraries are doing more than ever. This #GivingTuesday, your gift strengthens the work that makes moments like this possible. Support ALA and help build stronger libraries and stronger communities. Give today: bit.ly/ForOurLibraries

This #GivingTuesday, show up #ForOurLibraries. Become a Supporter of the American Library Association and help sustain our advocacy, programs, and more. Your support powers the work we do for our members and libraries across the country. bit.ly/ForOurLibraries

Libraries are responding to crisis after crisis and still finding ways to lift their communities. This #GivingTuesday, stand with them. Become a Supporter of the American Library Association. bit.ly/ForOurLibraries 📚💙 #ForOurLibraries

Welcome back from the holiday! Do you know what we're grateful for this season? Library advocates like YOU who show up #ForOurLibraries! Show your thanks for everything libraries & library workers do, tell Congress to #FundLibraries in the federal budget: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag...

TODAY: another big win for libraries - at least for now. The Librarian of Congress chooses the Copyright Register, not the President. www.cnn.com/2025/11/26/p...

ALA is proud to join @PENamerica & dozens of @UAbookbans partners on a letter to the TN Secretary of State, whose call for TN libraries to review materials within 60 days "has created widespread confusion, fear and operational disruption across the state's public libraries."  pen.org/press-releas...

ICYMI: Last week a federal judge in Rhode Island permanently enjoined the Administration from taking actions to dismantle the Institute of Museum and Library Services! Learn more below ⤵️

#ALAVirtual26 Registration is Open! Join Recharging in Challenging Times: An ALA Virtual Event for a day of reflection, practical insights, and meaningful connection. Access on-demand content—and ALA Student Members attend for FREE! Secure your spot now! www.ala.org/virtual-event

ALA celebrates today's ruling in federal court in RI permanently blocking the Administration's actions to dismantle IMLS. ALA Pres. Sam Helmick: "This victory belongs to all of us, and we build the future of our libraries together." Read our full statement & take action: www.ala.org/news/2025/11...

NEWS: Libraries WIN in federal court! A judge in RI issued a permanent injunction stopping the Administration from dismantling the Institute of Museum & Library Services and nullifying all actions taken to do so. Read the ruling: storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us... (More to come from ALA)

Get a jump on your holiday shopping with our weekend sale at LibraryGiftShop.org. Save 20% on everything through Sunday, November 23, and stock up on gifts that support and celebrate libraries. Proceeds help fund our advocacy work.

Thank you so much @ncte.org for hosting our team's Lisa Varga at #NCTE25 in Denver! Along with educators and intellectual freedom defenders from across the country, Lisa presented on the challenges and opportunities facing libraries and schools in this intellectual freedom environment.

NEW: ALA is sounding the alarm after the Administration announced new steps to dismantle the Department of Education. School & academic libraries across the country rely on Dept. of Ed. funding and knowledge to best serve their students and faculty. More: www.ala.org/news/2025/11... #ForOurLibraries

The new Faith for Libraries partnership between @interfaithalliance.org, @uabookbans.bsky.social, and faith leaders from across the country is leading the way to build connections between faith communities and libraries! Learn more about the campaign: app.publicnewsservice.org/story/faith-...

The FCC's recent removal of #ERate discounts for library & school hotspot lending is a step backwards. ALA President Sam Helmick: "Having digital connection is going to allow us to not only thrive civically but economically, educationally, & socially." More: federalnewsnetwork.com/management/2...

Congratulations to Ed Garcia, former ALA Committee on Legislation chair, on receiving the Page Turner Award from the RI Center for the Book! Your work and advocacy for intellectual freedom, libraries, and library workers has always set a tremendous example. cranstononline.com/stories/cham...

A new library Southwest Virginia is giving more access to more people. The library's new book van is funded in part with federal support. If funding is cut, that access could be lost: www.wvtf.org/news/2025-11... Tell Congress to #FundLibrareis: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag...

We are honored to share this year's #ALA_Carnegie shortlist titles! Join us in celebrating these six books which exemplify excellence in fiction and nonfiction. Two winners will be announced January 27. Congratulations! 💙📚 https://www.ala.org/carnegie-medals/2026-winners

ALA is seeking nine librarian advisors to support the "Aging Together: An Evaluation of Library Programs for Older Adults" project. This new project will evaluate and summarize the current state of older adult programming in libraries across the U.S. Apply by Dec 1, 2025: https://bit.ly/49ZmAn1

The community in East Lansing relies on services like MeLCat through their library, funded with federal support. Cuts to that funding could mean an end to those services: news.jrn.msu.edu/2025/11/fede... Tell Congress to #FundLibraries: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag...

🎉SURPRISE!! We are thrilled to announce our 2025 #EditorsChoice lists!! 2025 has been a tough year. As we begin to close it out, we are happy to reflect on the books that left us empowered, moved, hopeful, and heard. First up: Our 2025 Editors' Choice: Adult Books list: bit.ly/4i2kDIp

Students, faculty, and staff at Texas State have access to essential databases and research tools thanks to federal funding. Cuts to that funding could put the access at risk: universitystar.com/33682/news/f... Tell Congress to #FundLibraries: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag...

As reported by the New York Times, federal funding cuts are hurting rural libraries - and the communities that depend on them: www.nytimes.com/2025/11/10/u... We can't let our libraries and communities fall behind. Tell Congress to #FundLibraries in FY26: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag...

Congratulations Rep. Adelita Grijalva on your official swearing in to Congress! Rep. Grijalva comes from a multigenerational family of librarians and educators and she has always championed libraries, in the legacy of her father Rep. Raúl Grijalva. We're excited to work together #ForOurLibraries!

Were you a Berenstain Bears reader? At the Brian Sutton-Smith Library and Archives of Play at the Strong National Museum of Play, you can find original sketches from their creators—and much more! Read more in our Bookend department. https://bit.ly/47FviUF

“We’re excited to be with somebody so deeply experienced with lifelong learning, literacy, and organizing, who understands the value of building community, bringing people together, and making sure our organizational structure is sound.” - ALA Pres. Helmick Welcome, Dan Montgomery! bit.ly/4oB26FP

@cardsagainsthumanity.com, longtime supporter of libraries, organized a creative way to support ALA with presales of a special edition product—Cards Against Humanity Explains the Joke—during Banned Books Week. CAH will donate 100% of proceeds to ALA. ALA Explains the Donation: ala.org/CAH #IGM25

The Hour of AI activity catalog is now live with 60+ creative ways to learn about AI in multiple environments. Start exploring at HourofAI.org to find learning activities and more! #HourOfAI

What do you need for a game jam? “Two tables. Done.” Game jams—accelerated game creation events—started as a way to develop video games, but they’re also useful for creating tabletop role-playing games, which have grown in popularity in recent years. Read more: https://bit.ly/43qkkRQ

NEW from ALA: Storytelling Advocacy Jumpstart Looking for inspiration to incorporate storytelling into your advocacy? This free member-exclusive recorded webinar gives you the tips & tools to turn your library story into a library advocacy win. Learn more & view: elearning.ala.org/local/catalo...

Today in the New York Times: How federal funding cuts are hurting rural library budgets. "The financial margins were tight even before Mr. Trump tried to eliminate the Institute of Museum & Library Services." More: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/10/us/politics/rural-libraries.html #ForOurLibraries

When we work together to advocate, we go further. Learn about ALA’s Ecosystem Initiative to boost funding, influence & partnerships on our next webinar, featuring PPA's Lisa Varga. #ALAOneVoice Join us on Thursday, Nov 13 @ 4pm Central / 5pm Eastern Register now: ala-events.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

All across Mississippi, library workers are worried about what might happen to services and programs if federal funding cuts stay in place. Patty M. Bailey, director of the Yalobusha County Public Library said federal funding is "vital": www.columbianprogress.com/trump-admini... #FundLibraries

Level up your library’s future with collaborative grantseeking! This first-of-its-kind, self-paced ALA eCourse provides a comprehensive foundation in collaborative grantseeking, proposal development, and submission - no experience required. Join the free info session Nov 17: https://bit.ly/43q987M

ALA President @samhelmick.bsky.social moderated a post-screening discussion of The Librarians at Chicago’s Landmark Theatre this week. Screenings are happening in cities across the country. See where the film is headed next. ➡️ https://thelibrariansfilm.com/screenings/

Recent changes by the FCC to the #ERate program have rolled back discounts for Wi-Fi hotspot lending in libraries. Looking for more details on what this means at your library? We have an FAQ to help: www.ala.org/advocacy/fed... Learn more about ALA's broadband advocacy: www.ala.org/advocacy/fed...