Mr. President — warmest greetings from the entire UNITED24 team, our ambassadors, and donors around the world. May this birthday bring you closer to fulfilling all your dreams, and fill your days with joy, strength, and inspiration.

I am running for AASL Office! Consider voting for me to represent Chapters on the AASL Board of Directors!

It would be so awesome if we could get this to pass. I set postcards to my representatives. Consider sending them to yours as well!

Public library visitor numbers return to pre-COVID levels as cost-of-living crisis bites

My #goodreadsyearinbooks

ALA provides more than $300,000 annually for study in a master's degree in library and information science. ALA scholarships cover an array of focuses and groups, from children’s and youth librarianship to government documents and support staff. Apply by March 1! https://bit.ly/4s8U2hy

Someone I’ve known since grade school is facing a tough cancer battle, and her family is carrying a heavy load. I taught her eldest daughter. Our community can make a real difference for them right now. If you are able to donate $5, or even just share, it would mean so much. gofund.me/9166842e0

They want to regulate what you and your family are allowed to read - www.bookbanpetition.us

Stayed up late last night to finish my book. What a great way to start break! This is my first Lynn Painter book and I am hooked! #amreading #YAlit

My ❤️ is full. This year stretched me: librarian, author, activist, mom, wife, friend. I traveled, spoke up for libraries, and helped build one in Kenya. My book earned out, got optioned, and I am in a documentary. I fought hard, won some battles, and learned a lot. I’m grateful. Here’s to ‘26.

The name "Popular Science" doesn't mean we shift our coverage depending on public opinion. It means we cover relevant subjects that are rigorously researched, reliable, and grounded in reality. And trans lives are grounded in reality. We see y'all. No matter what. www.popsci.com/science/tran...

6 Ways Libraries Made Our Lives Better in 2025| www.libbylife.com/blog/6-ways-...

From our local @sevendaysvt.bsky.social www.sevendaysvt.com/theme-issue/...

Every single reputable medical group in the U.S. believes that children should have gender affirming care. Doctors know that gender affirming care for minors is lifesaving care. Social transition & puberty blockers are lifesaving. If you don’t think this is true you’ve fallen for disinformation.

Proud to announce that #Louisiana Citizens Against Censorship has joined the American Library Association! We are standing together for #libraries, readers, and the #freadom to read. @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social @uabookbans.bsky.social

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Vote for The Librarians! 📚💙

A list of Roberts used in a research paper or Bobliography

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

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...

Y'all. I created this "Library Wrapped" template to help #librarians share their mid-year data BEFORE the end of the year when many budget/staffing decisions are already made. Access the template here: www.librarygirl.net/post/your-li... I hope y'all find this resource useful! #TLSky #Skybrarians

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...

We are OVERJOYED to announce that award-winning librarian and ‘Reading Rainbow’ host @mychal3ts.bsky.social will serve as our 2026 National Library Week honorary chair! #NationalLibraryWeek will be held April 19-25 with the theme "Find Your Joy." Read our full announcement: https://bit.ly/4rDSagx

The 2026 finalists for the William C. Morris Award and Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults Award have been announced! Morris Award: https://bit.ly/4iGbxBn Excellence in Nonfiction Award: https://bit.ly/4oyoZIX YALSA will name the 2026 winners during the ALA Youth Media Awards on Jan. 26.

You just died, and the sixth picture on your phone gallery is what killed you.

This month’s AASL In the Know brings you the Top Five updates to close out the calendar year—each celebrating the people, partnerships, and advocacy that strengthen our school library community. Watch now and head into the new year informed, inspired, and ready to lead. https://vimeo.com/1143187794

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...

What I’ve been reading #readinglife

This is abhorrent. I can’t imagine what this family is going through.

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone except politicians who try to destroy libraries and public schools. I hope their turkey is super dry today.

Step 1: Sign up for a FREE library card at your local library today. Step 2: Enter a world of possibilities. Step 3: Share some of the library joy that is sure to come.

Books We Love is back with a brand new batch of hand-picked titles. Mix and match tags like “Book Club Ideas” and “Eye-Opening Reads.” Find 380+ new 2025 reads, and stick around to browse more than 4,000 books from the last 13 years.

“What is Reading Rainbow?” 📚🌈 Library joy was featured as a Jeopardy! clue, alongside LeVar Burton and PBS 🤯🥹 💙 @jeopardyofficial.bsky.social 💚 @pbs.org

If you know a librarian who has gone above and beyond for their community, thank them for their work by nominating them for the #ILoveMyLibrarian Award! ilovelibraries.org/love-my-librarian Nominations are accepted online now through Monday, Dec. 15, 2025.

Huge win for Missouri and for all libraries. Thank you to MASL, MLA, the ACLU, and everyone involved! @la-cac.org #FReadom www.stlpr.org/government-p...

“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

This is real. Our govt is Tweeting like a 14 year old and calling Americans imbecilic morons. We worry about children being bullied but this is the example set by the U.S. GOVERNMENT. This is so shameful. I’m embarrassed for any of you that think this is okay or make excuses for it.

Hey #ALAMembers! Your membership includes access to the digital issue of BOOKLIST READER, the monthly readers' advisory magazine from the editors of @ala-booklist.bsky.social. Use your ALA Membership ID to login and start reading: bit.ly/3jRuX9V

Apply if you’re eligible because you honestly never know!

We are excited to announce the 2027–2028 presidential candidates: Tamika Barnes of Georgia State University and Becky Calzada of Leander Independent School District. Learn more about these two accomplished library leaders. ➡️ americanlibrariesmagazine.org/blogs/the-sc...

It’s about time. Congrats @librarianjones.com !

In just over a week we'll be gathering at VT Fest to learn about great tech tools, library lesson ideas, book recs, and more. Katherine ARDEN is the keynote, and you can play in the Interactive Learning Lounge! Join us and let the wild rumpus start! vita-learn.org/vermontfest/

🔥BREAKING: NY Governor Hochul declares state of EMERGENCY due to Trump Administration DEPRIVING 3M New Yorkers (including me) of SNAP benefits in November. Seniors, ppl w/disabiliites, ppl w/chronic illness & low income households DEPEND on SNAP! Resources BELOW.🔥 www.governor.ny.gov/news/governo...

Hey library folk libraries are often the first place people go to find out where they can get help. With the SNAP suspension looming creating a list of local food pantries and other organizations that may be able to assist is one way we can help out vulnerable patrons! This is one I made: 📚📜

Not just another pretty face on Social Media. Celebrate #MediaLitWk by fact checking, critical thinking, and using #AASL resources to promote media literacy throughout your school! #NAMLE https://bit.ly/46PiGdq

Thank You, St. Louis! https://bit.ly/4hnhvqf

I Went to the AASL Conference! Now What?!? https://bit.ly/4nAcaO5

Applications are Open for 2026 Will Eisner Graphic Novel Grants for Libraries! www.ala.org/gncrt/ei...

#NYCC wrapped last Sunday but we were so busy at the @libcomix.bsky.social booth that we are JUST finishing our #libcomix #readersadvisory suggestions! Here are your suggestions @shanebperry.bsky.social George LaVigne @addictwiththeart.bsky.social Full list of comix in alt text