Public libraries are more than books—they’re wifi, job help, safe space, community. 📚✨
When we fund libraries, we invest in kids’ futures, immigrants’ dreams, and lifelong learning for everyone. Let’s treat them like the essentials they are. #LibrariesForAll #PublicGood
When we fund libraries, we invest in kids’ futures, immigrants’ dreams, and lifelong learning for everyone. Let’s treat them like the essentials they are. #LibrariesForAll #PublicGood
November 3, 2026 at 3:52 PM
Public libraries are more than books—they’re wifi, job help, safe space, community. 📚✨
When we fund libraries, we invest in kids’ futures, immigrants’ dreams, and lifelong learning for everyone. Let’s treat them like the essentials they are. #LibrariesForAll #PublicGood
When we fund libraries, we invest in kids’ futures, immigrants’ dreams, and lifelong learning for everyone. Let’s treat them like the essentials they are. #LibrariesForAll #PublicGood
Reform councils are on the road to banning books - shocking behaviour. #SaveOurLibraries #LibrariesForAll
Our solidarity with campaigners in Warwickshire and Staffordshire.
"Leave librarians to decide how best to ensure these vital community services are inclusive and relevant for local people from all backgrounds." SIGN THEIR PETITION HERE ➡️ www.megaphone.org.uk/petitions/pu... ⬅️
"Leave librarians to decide how best to ensure these vital community services are inclusive and relevant for local people from all backgrounds." SIGN THEIR PETITION HERE ➡️ www.megaphone.org.uk/petitions/pu... ⬅️
Put the Pride Back in Our Libraries
Over the last few months, Reform councillors in both Staffordshire and Warwickshire have attacked the visibility and representation of LGBTQ+ people in council libraries.
In Staffordshire, library st...
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October 19, 2026 at 5:27 PM
Reform councils are on the road to banning books - shocking behaviour. #SaveOurLibraries #LibrariesForAll
The Banned Books Jeopardy site is alive and well! Play with up to 10 teams.
Resist. Read a banned book. #BannedBooksWeek Oct 4-10, 2026 #LibrariesforAll
Resist. Read a banned book. #BannedBooksWeek Oct 4-10, 2026 #LibrariesforAll
Banned Books Jeopardy Jeopardy Template
Known as the most banned book of the 21st century for challenges by Christian groups for occultism, paganism, wiccanism, satanism, and witchcraft. This series follows a young man's journey through go...
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October 10, 2026 at 3:45 PM
The Banned Books Jeopardy site is alive and well! Play with up to 10 teams.
Resist. Read a banned book. #BannedBooksWeek Oct 4-10, 2026 #LibrariesforAll
Resist. Read a banned book. #BannedBooksWeek Oct 4-10, 2026 #LibrariesforAll
Resist. Read a banned book. #BannedBooksWeek Oct 4-10, 2026 #LibrariesforAll
Books That Were Banned for the Weirdest Reasons - Worlds Best Story
From Green Eggs and Ham in China to Harry Potter burnings, uncover the strangest book bans in history and why they happened.
worldsbeststory.com
October 9, 2026 at 3:56 PM
Resist. Read a banned book. #BannedBooksWeek Oct 4-10, 2026 #LibrariesforAll
Out of the 3743 unique titles banned 7/1/24 – 6/30/25, the top 3 most common topics were non-sexual violence, death and grief, and empowerment and self-esteem.
Resist. Read a banned book. #BannedBooksWeek Oct 4-10, 2026 #LibrariesforAll
Resist. Read a banned book. #BannedBooksWeek Oct 4-10, 2026 #LibrariesforAll
Facts & Fiction
The content of these books that are disappearing speaks volumes about the political and cultural attack on public education across the U.S.
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October 8, 2026 at 2:34 AM
Out of the 3743 unique titles banned 7/1/24 – 6/30/25, the top 3 most common topics were non-sexual violence, death and grief, and empowerment and self-esteem.
Resist. Read a banned book. #BannedBooksWeek Oct 4-10, 2026 #LibrariesforAll
Resist. Read a banned book. #BannedBooksWeek Oct 4-10, 2026 #LibrariesforAll
In 2025, 401 writers were in prison in a wide range of countries, including the United States.
Resist. Read a banned book. #BannedBooksWeek Oct 4-10, 2026 #LibrariesforAll
Resist. Read a banned book. #BannedBooksWeek Oct 4-10, 2026 #LibrariesforAll
Freedom to Write Index 2025
For the first time ever, the Freedom to Write Index documented more than 400 writers in prison in 2025, including in the United States.
pen.org
October 7, 2026 at 2:31 AM
In 2025, 401 writers were in prison in a wide range of countries, including the United States.
Resist. Read a banned book. #BannedBooksWeek Oct 4-10, 2026 #LibrariesforAll
Resist. Read a banned book. #BannedBooksWeek Oct 4-10, 2026 #LibrariesforAll
Resist. Read a banned book. #BannedBooksWeek Oct 4-10, 2026 #LibrariesforAll
Banned Index — Real-Time US Book Ban Database
A real-time, publicly accessible database of book bans and challenges across US schools, libraries, and digital platforms.
bannedindex.org
October 5, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Resist. Read a banned book. #BannedBooksWeek Oct 4-10, 2026 #LibrariesforAll
Resist. Read a banned book. #BannedBooksWeek Oct 4-10, 2026 #LibrariesforAll
Banned & Challenged Books
ALA compiles data on book challenges from reports filed by library professionals in the field and from news stories published throughout the United States.
www.ala.org
October 4, 2026 at 6:13 PM
Resist. Read a banned book. #BannedBooksWeek Oct 4-10, 2026 #LibrariesforAll
Because a community library is not only about access to books. It is also about the people who make learning feel possible.
#BansaCommunityLibrary #CommunityLibrary #RightToRead #LibrariesForAll #LearningTogether #LibraryLife #Bansa #Hardoi
#BansaCommunityLibrary #CommunityLibrary #RightToRead #LibrariesForAll #LearningTogether #LibraryLife #Bansa #Hardoi
October 3, 2026 at 11:48 AM
Because a community library is not only about access to books. It is also about the people who make learning feel possible.
#BansaCommunityLibrary #CommunityLibrary #RightToRead #LibrariesForAll #LearningTogether #LibraryLife #Bansa #Hardoi
#BansaCommunityLibrary #CommunityLibrary #RightToRead #LibrariesForAll #LearningTogether #LibraryLife #Bansa #Hardoi
Information leads to knowledge, and knowledge is power! www.facebook.com/share/p/19Q6...
#UniversalAccessToInformation #LifelongLearning #LibrariesForAll #KnowledgeisPower #CriticalThinking #independentauthors #bookstoread #jonmintonbooks
#UniversalAccessToInformation #LifelongLearning #LibrariesForAll #KnowledgeisPower #CriticalThinking #independentauthors #bookstoread #jonmintonbooks
September 28, 2026 at 11:24 AM
Information leads to knowledge, and knowledge is power! www.facebook.com/share/p/19Q6...
#UniversalAccessToInformation #LifelongLearning #LibrariesForAll #KnowledgeisPower #CriticalThinking #independentauthors #bookstoread #jonmintonbooks
#UniversalAccessToInformation #LifelongLearning #LibrariesForAll #KnowledgeisPower #CriticalThinking #independentauthors #bookstoread #jonmintonbooks
This is what a community library can look like, open, welcoming and rooted in the everyday lives of its community.
Because access to a library should never be a privilege. It should be a right.
#BansaCommunityLibrary #CommunityLibraries #RightToRead #LibrariesForAll #ReadingForAll
Because access to a library should never be a privilege. It should be a right.
#BansaCommunityLibrary #CommunityLibraries #RightToRead #LibrariesForAll #ReadingForAll
September 19, 2026 at 10:34 AM
This is what a community library can look like, open, welcoming and rooted in the everyday lives of its community.
Because access to a library should never be a privilege. It should be a right.
#BansaCommunityLibrary #CommunityLibraries #RightToRead #LibrariesForAll #ReadingForAll
Because access to a library should never be a privilege. It should be a right.
#BansaCommunityLibrary #CommunityLibraries #RightToRead #LibrariesForAll #ReadingForAll
Austin leaders are considering a "Book Safe Harbor" resolution, reaffirming the city's commitment to equitable access to library materials and protecting the freedom to read.
Read more: https://ow.ly/nMah50ZLYBg
#FreedomToRead #BookSafeHarbor #LibrariesForAll #IntellectualFreedom
Read more: https://ow.ly/nMah50ZLYBg
#FreedomToRead #BookSafeHarbor #LibrariesForAll #IntellectualFreedom
Austin leaders to consider 'Book Safe Harbor' resolution
Austin City Council will vote Thursday on a resolution to declare the City of Austin a "Book Safe Harbor," building on the city’s 2022 Freedom to Read policy.Th
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September 15, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Austin leaders are considering a "Book Safe Harbor" resolution, reaffirming the city's commitment to equitable access to library materials and protecting the freedom to read.
Read more: https://ow.ly/nMah50ZLYBg
#FreedomToRead #BookSafeHarbor #LibrariesForAll #IntellectualFreedom
Read more: https://ow.ly/nMah50ZLYBg
#FreedomToRead #BookSafeHarbor #LibrariesForAll #IntellectualFreedom
Massachusetts protects reading freedom with a new law safeguarding reviews, librarians, educators, and stopping political book removals. Read more: https://ow.ly/wsKA50ZLYmv #FreedomToRead #RightToRead #LibrariesForAll #IntellectualFreedom #FREADOMtoRead
September 10, 2026 at 3:05 PM
Massachusetts protects reading freedom with a new law safeguarding reviews, librarians, educators, and stopping political book removals. Read more: https://ow.ly/wsKA50ZLYmv #FreedomToRead #RightToRead #LibrariesForAll #IntellectualFreedom #FREADOMtoRead
Because every village deserves a place where its children can read, dream and belong.
#BansaLibrary #JoyOfReading #RuralLibraries #LibrariesForAll #RightToRead #CommunityLibrary #ReadingIsARight
#BansaLibrary #JoyOfReading #RuralLibraries #LibrariesForAll #RightToRead #CommunityLibrary #ReadingIsARight
September 9, 2026 at 11:42 AM
Because every village deserves a place where its children can read, dream and belong.
#BansaLibrary #JoyOfReading #RuralLibraries #LibrariesForAll #RightToRead #CommunityLibrary #ReadingIsARight
#BansaLibrary #JoyOfReading #RuralLibraries #LibrariesForAll #RightToRead #CommunityLibrary #ReadingIsARight
Because a community library should not simply provide access to books. It should create access to learning.
#BansaCommunityLibrary #CommunityLibraries #FoundationalLiteracy #FoundationalLearning #Numeracy #ReadingForAll #LibrariesForAll #RuralEducation
#BansaCommunityLibrary #CommunityLibraries #FoundationalLiteracy #FoundationalLearning #Numeracy #ReadingForAll #LibrariesForAll #RuralEducation
September 9, 2026 at 11:40 AM
Because a community library should not simply provide access to books. It should create access to learning.
#BansaCommunityLibrary #CommunityLibraries #FoundationalLiteracy #FoundationalLearning #Numeracy #ReadingForAll #LibrariesForAll #RuralEducation
#BansaCommunityLibrary #CommunityLibraries #FoundationalLiteracy #FoundationalLearning #Numeracy #ReadingForAll #LibrariesForAll #RuralEducation
August 31, 2026 at 9:23 PM
Libraries are for everyone! #LibrariesForAll
August 23, 2026 at 11:18 PM
Libraries are for everyone! #LibrariesForAll
Libraries are community spaces for all—including neurodivergent individuals. This Neurodiversity Celebration Month, let’s ensure they are inclusive, accessible, and empowering! 💙 Learn more: bit.ly/3F2X4zI #LibrariesForAll #NeurodiversityCelebration #AASL
April 23, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Libraries are community spaces for all—including neurodivergent individuals. This Neurodiversity Celebration Month, let’s ensure they are inclusive, accessible, and empowering! 💙 Learn more: bit.ly/3F2X4zI #LibrariesForAll #NeurodiversityCelebration #AASL
Need something to read? We always do! 🌈📚✨
Check out our newest blog post for staff-picked reading recommendations:
www.shirepost.com/blogs/news/r...
#NationalLibraryWeek #librarylove #librariesforall #readingrecs
Check out our newest blog post for staff-picked reading recommendations:
www.shirepost.com/blogs/news/r...
#NationalLibraryWeek #librarylove #librariesforall #readingrecs
Recommended Reading
Need something to read? We always do! For us here at Shire Post Mint, National Library Week is the perfect opportunity to reflect on the stories that have inspired us to create, build community, and s...
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April 11, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Need something to read? We always do! 🌈📚✨
Check out our newest blog post for staff-picked reading recommendations:
www.shirepost.com/blogs/news/r...
#NationalLibraryWeek #librarylove #librariesforall #readingrecs
Check out our newest blog post for staff-picked reading recommendations:
www.shirepost.com/blogs/news/r...
#NationalLibraryWeek #librarylove #librariesforall #readingrecs
Happy National Library Week! This week highlights the crucial role librarians play in fostering creativity, imagination, and community for all who need it. Take the time to let your librarian know how much you appreciate all their hard work!
#libraryweek #librariesforall #supportlibraries
#libraryweek #librariesforall #supportlibraries
April 9, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Happy National Library Week! This week highlights the crucial role librarians play in fostering creativity, imagination, and community for all who need it. Take the time to let your librarian know how much you appreciate all their hard work!
#libraryweek #librariesforall #supportlibraries
#libraryweek #librariesforall #supportlibraries
It’s Banned Books Week! We stand proudly with libraries across the country in supporting intellectual freedom & the right of every reader to choose their own books. Come discover a story that others have tried to silence & celebrate your freedom to read!
#BannedBooks #FreedomToRead #LibrariesForAll
#BannedBooks #FreedomToRead #LibrariesForAll
October 5, 2025 at 2:15 PM
It’s Banned Books Week! We stand proudly with libraries across the country in supporting intellectual freedom & the right of every reader to choose their own books. Come discover a story that others have tried to silence & celebrate your freedom to read!
#BannedBooks #FreedomToRead #LibrariesForAll
#BannedBooks #FreedomToRead #LibrariesForAll
Bring your children to the Jackson County Public Library-Sylva for an ongoing scavenger hunt! It's a great way for kids to get to know the library, it's fun, and there are prizes!
SCAVENGER HUNTING at the library?? so much fun! 🥳
#library #jcpl #jcplallies #jacksoncounty #savethefrl #ourlibraryourvoice #librariesforall #freedomtoread #bannedbooks #librarypatrons #rulesareforeveryone #libraryadvocacy
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September 10, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Bring your children to the Jackson County Public Library-Sylva for an ongoing scavenger hunt! It's a great way for kids to get to know the library, it's fun, and there are prizes!
The Jackson County Public libraries have so many fun activities for families, including markers, felt boards, Legos, and of course, books! It's not too late for today's Saturday Boredom Buster activities in Sylva!
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your kiddos can play with markers without a MESS at your home! 🙌
#library #jcpl #jcplallies #jacksoncounty #savethefrl #ourlibraryourvoice #librariesforall #freedomtoread #bannedbooks #librarypatrons #rulesareforeveryone #libraryadvocacy
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September 6, 2025 at 2:01 PM
The Jackson County Public libraries have so many fun activities for families, including markers, felt boards, Legos, and of course, books! It's not too late for today's Saturday Boredom Buster activities in Sylva!
youtube.com/shorts/zUaJf...
youtube.com/shorts/zUaJf...
The Jackson County Public Libraries have an established process to contest books, a new juvenile access card that preserves parental rights, and several new board members. Leaving FRL also comes with significant expense. Why are we still having this conversation? youtube.com/shorts/KKh-w...
The rationale presented for leaving FRL makes no sense.
#library #jcpl #jcplallies #jacksoncounty #savethefrl #ourlibraryourvoice #librariesforall #freedomtoread #bannedbooks #librarypatrons #rulesareforeveryone #libraryadvocacy
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August 27, 2025 at 2:15 PM
The Jackson County Public Libraries have an established process to contest books, a new juvenile access card that preserves parental rights, and several new board members. Leaving FRL also comes with significant expense. Why are we still having this conversation? youtube.com/shorts/KKh-w...