Hi all -- I publish a blog about #Pennsylvania #libraryhistory. This month I've written about #NationalLibraryWeek, Richard W. Boss (an important library #automation consultant), Gilbert Gaul and his expose' Libraries in Distress, and other topics. Check it out here: palibhist.blogspot.com
In Search of Pennsylvania Library History
The first National Book Week took place on March 16-22, 1958, and the theme, "Wake Up and Read!," conveyed the urgency of the moment. As the 1959 NLW Handbook explained, the purpose was to:
palibhist.blogspot.com
September 29, 2026 at 1:02 AM
Hi all -- I publish a blog about #Pennsylvania #libraryhistory. This month I've written about #NationalLibraryWeek, Richard W. Boss (an important library #automation consultant), Gilbert Gaul and his expose' Libraries in Distress, and other topics. Check it out here: palibhist.blogspot.com
I hosted my first Edible Books Festival today! The first year for an event is always a bit of a gamble, so I brought four entries just in case.
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#RWU #LibSky #AcademicSky #BookSky #NationalLibraryWeek #EdibleBooksFestival #RhodeIsland
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#RWU #LibSky #AcademicSky #BookSky #NationalLibraryWeek #EdibleBooksFestival #RhodeIsland
April 11, 2025 at 4:50 PM
I hosted my first Edible Books Festival today! The first year for an event is always a bit of a gamble, so I brought four entries just in case.
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#RWU #LibSky #AcademicSky #BookSky #NationalLibraryWeek #EdibleBooksFestival #RhodeIsland
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#RWU #LibSky #AcademicSky #BookSky #NationalLibraryWeek #EdibleBooksFestival #RhodeIsland
Libraries are shaped by elected officials.
Let’s elect people who actually use them.
#nationallibraryweek #Libraries #Democracy @everylibrary.bsky.social
www.everylibrary.org/readleadrun
Anyone who as ever considered doing a civil service job, this could be an easy starting point.
Let’s elect people who actually use them.
#nationallibraryweek #Libraries #Democracy @everylibrary.bsky.social
www.everylibrary.org/readleadrun
Anyone who as ever considered doing a civil service job, this could be an easy starting point.
Read. Lead. RUN!
Love libraries? Thinking about running for office? We need you today!
www.everylibrary.org
April 25, 2026 at 4:07 PM
Libraries are shaped by elected officials.
Let’s elect people who actually use them.
#nationallibraryweek #Libraries #Democracy @everylibrary.bsky.social
www.everylibrary.org/readleadrun
Anyone who as ever considered doing a civil service job, this could be an easy starting point.
Let’s elect people who actually use them.
#nationallibraryweek #Libraries #Democracy @everylibrary.bsky.social
www.everylibrary.org/readleadrun
Anyone who as ever considered doing a civil service job, this could be an easy starting point.
Shoutout to the @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social on #NationalLibraryWeek! While we celebrate our local libraries EVERY week, we appreciate the chance to send some extra love their way during this one.
April 22, 2026 at 12:09 PM
Shoutout to the @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social on #NationalLibraryWeek! While we celebrate our local libraries EVERY week, we appreciate the chance to send some extra love their way during this one.
Today is the start of National Library Week, and Right to Read Day. Celebrate your local library by visiting them today, and joining our coalition, MI Right to Read, here: www.mirighttoread.com
#NationalLibraryWeek #MIRighttoRead
#NationalLibraryWeek #MIRighttoRead
April 20, 2026 at 4:41 PM
Today is the start of National Library Week, and Right to Read Day. Celebrate your local library by visiting them today, and joining our coalition, MI Right to Read, here: www.mirighttoread.com
#NationalLibraryWeek #MIRighttoRead
#NationalLibraryWeek #MIRighttoRead
It's #RIghtToReadDay as part of #NationalLibraryWeek!
a penguin sits on top of a stack of books reading a book
ALT: a penguin sits on top of a stack of books reading a book
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April 7, 2025 at 2:45 PM
It's #RIghtToReadDay as part of #NationalLibraryWeek!
Super fun week of school visits in Osceola, FL! My educator/author 🩷 is over flowing with gratitude for the media specialists that pour THEIR ❤️’s into kids, books, and their media centers. #NationalLibraryWeek
April 9, 2025 at 11:08 PM
Super fun week of school visits in Osceola, FL! My educator/author 🩷 is over flowing with gratitude for the media specialists that pour THEIR ❤️’s into kids, books, and their media centers. #NationalLibraryWeek
Happy #NationalLibraryWeek !
Today is #RightToReadDay and the theme is #DrawnToFreedom - with all the attacks on LGBTQ+ rights going on rn, now more than ever the freedom to read and access information is essential.
Support your libraries, Folks!!
@uabookbans.bsky.social
#kidlitart #illustration
Today is #RightToReadDay and the theme is #DrawnToFreedom - with all the attacks on LGBTQ+ rights going on rn, now more than ever the freedom to read and access information is essential.
Support your libraries, Folks!!
@uabookbans.bsky.social
#kidlitart #illustration
April 7, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Happy #NationalLibraryWeek !
Today is #RightToReadDay and the theme is #DrawnToFreedom - with all the attacks on LGBTQ+ rights going on rn, now more than ever the freedom to read and access information is essential.
Support your libraries, Folks!!
@uabookbans.bsky.social
#kidlitart #illustration
Today is #RightToReadDay and the theme is #DrawnToFreedom - with all the attacks on LGBTQ+ rights going on rn, now more than ever the freedom to read and access information is essential.
Support your libraries, Folks!!
@uabookbans.bsky.social
#kidlitart #illustration
Did you Talk Back to the Dunwoody D-news last week?
Here's how D-news readers answered the Talk Back question: "What is your favorite book of all time?"
Visit Dunwoody Library for a copy of your favorite, or ask for one of the other favorites on this list!
#NationalLibraryWeek
#Classics
Here's how D-news readers answered the Talk Back question: "What is your favorite book of all time?"
Visit Dunwoody Library for a copy of your favorite, or ask for one of the other favorites on this list!
#NationalLibraryWeek
#Classics
April 11, 2025 at 12:37 PM
Did you Talk Back to the Dunwoody D-news last week?
Here's how D-news readers answered the Talk Back question: "What is your favorite book of all time?"
Visit Dunwoody Library for a copy of your favorite, or ask for one of the other favorites on this list!
#NationalLibraryWeek
#Classics
Here's how D-news readers answered the Talk Back question: "What is your favorite book of all time?"
Visit Dunwoody Library for a copy of your favorite, or ask for one of the other favorites on this list!
#NationalLibraryWeek
#Classics
Please support your local public libraries in whatever way you can, for they are the foundation to a free society.
Keep on reading, learning, and thinking, especially in uncertain times, for all of it is an invaluable act of #resistance with hope and justice.
#NationalLibraryWeek
#WisdomWednesday
Keep on reading, learning, and thinking, especially in uncertain times, for all of it is an invaluable act of #resistance with hope and justice.
#NationalLibraryWeek
#WisdomWednesday
April 10, 2025 at 4:35 AM
Please support your local public libraries in whatever way you can, for they are the foundation to a free society.
Keep on reading, learning, and thinking, especially in uncertain times, for all of it is an invaluable act of #resistance with hope and justice.
#NationalLibraryWeek
#WisdomWednesday
Keep on reading, learning, and thinking, especially in uncertain times, for all of it is an invaluable act of #resistance with hope and justice.
#NationalLibraryWeek
#WisdomWednesday
📚 During #NationalLibraryWeek in April, students and staff at Moran Middle School shared what they loved about the Wallingford Public Library! Here are the responses: walpublib.org/moranpadlet
🥰 We are feeling the love! What do you love about WPL?
🥰 We are feeling the love! What do you love about WPL?
Wallingford Public Library - National Library Week, 2025
Students and staff members of James H. Moran, Sr. Middle School shared what they love about the Wallingford Public Library.
walpublib.org
May 10, 2025 at 8:00 PM
📚 During #NationalLibraryWeek in April, students and staff at Moran Middle School shared what they loved about the Wallingford Public Library! Here are the responses: walpublib.org/moranpadlet
🥰 We are feeling the love! What do you love about WPL?
🥰 We are feeling the love! What do you love about WPL?
It’s #NationalLibraryWeek 📚Libraries are critical to our communities. Sign the petition to say you support our public libraries.
buff.ly/0Okofse
buff.ly/0Okofse
April 12, 2025 at 1:50 PM
It’s #NationalLibraryWeek 📚Libraries are critical to our communities. Sign the petition to say you support our public libraries.
buff.ly/0Okofse
buff.ly/0Okofse
When I was 15, my first job was working at the North Shore Library! As an elected official, I will continue to be a strong supporter of our public libraries and all the services they provide our communities.
Happy #NationalLibraryWeek! 📚📖📙
Happy #NationalLibraryWeek! 📚📖📙
April 11, 2025 at 4:27 PM
When I was 15, my first job was working at the North Shore Library! As an elected official, I will continue to be a strong supporter of our public libraries and all the services they provide our communities.
Happy #NationalLibraryWeek! 📚📖📙
Happy #NationalLibraryWeek! 📚📖📙
April 9, 2025 at 11:47 PM
I’ve been obsessed with libraries for as long as I can remember. Entire worlds at my fingertips for free! 📚 #NationalLibraryWeek #books #reading #kidlit 🥳🤩
#NationalLibraryWeek kicks off today! It’s a time to celebrate the places that welcome everyone, spark curiosity, and strengthen our communities.
This week, take a moment to discover—or rediscover—what makes your library special.
What draws you to the library?
ilovelibraries.org/national-lib...
This week, take a moment to discover—or rediscover—what makes your library special.
What draws you to the library?
ilovelibraries.org/national-lib...
April 7, 2025 at 1:33 PM
I’ve been obsessed with libraries for as long as I can remember. Entire worlds at my fingertips for free! 📚 #NationalLibraryWeek #books #reading #kidlit 🥳🤩
It’s #NationalLibraryWeek & #RightToReadDay on 4/20.
Moving from Middle school ➡️ Elementary and to a new schooo! 🚌 I’m rebuilding my library for next year. Please help me foster a love of reading in my classroom. Every share helps! 📚
www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/...
#ClearTheList #NationalLibraryWeek
Moving from Middle school ➡️ Elementary and to a new schooo! 🚌 I’m rebuilding my library for next year. Please help me foster a love of reading in my classroom. Every share helps! 📚
www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/...
#ClearTheList #NationalLibraryWeek
April 19, 2026 at 4:10 PM
It’s #NationalLibraryWeek & #RightToReadDay on 4/20.
Moving from Middle school ➡️ Elementary and to a new schooo! 🚌 I’m rebuilding my library for next year. Please help me foster a love of reading in my classroom. Every share helps! 📚
www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/...
#ClearTheList #NationalLibraryWeek
Moving from Middle school ➡️ Elementary and to a new schooo! 🚌 I’m rebuilding my library for next year. Please help me foster a love of reading in my classroom. Every share helps! 📚
www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/...
#ClearTheList #NationalLibraryWeek
April 11, 2025 at 12:32 PM
April 10, 2025 at 12:23 PM
And more about the Newberry #NationalLibraryWeek events in general! Gotta love that pop-up mascot! 😁
www.newberry.org/calendar/nlw
www.newberry.org/calendar/nlw
April 9, 2025 at 1:00 PM
And more about the Newberry #NationalLibraryWeek events in general! Gotta love that pop-up mascot! 😁
www.newberry.org/calendar/nlw
www.newberry.org/calendar/nlw
Bingo!
Found a Native Pop! sign in the wild... AND I'm giving the talk about #newacqs today at 4... Come on in to get your own card and win big this week!
#NewberryLibrary
#NationalLibraryWeek
Found a Native Pop! sign in the wild... AND I'm giving the talk about #newacqs today at 4... Come on in to get your own card and win big this week!
#NewberryLibrary
#NationalLibraryWeek
April 9, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Bingo!
Found a Native Pop! sign in the wild... AND I'm giving the talk about #newacqs today at 4... Come on in to get your own card and win big this week!
#NewberryLibrary
#NationalLibraryWeek
Found a Native Pop! sign in the wild... AND I'm giving the talk about #newacqs today at 4... Come on in to get your own card and win big this week!
#NewberryLibrary
#NationalLibraryWeek
Everything's Coming Up... Pansies?
Our massive 1893 World Fair Scrapbook contains THE MOST pressed flowers I've ever seen! (Case oversize R 1832 .222)
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#NewberryLibrary
#NationalLibraryWeek
#ThingsInBooks
Our massive 1893 World Fair Scrapbook contains THE MOST pressed flowers I've ever seen! (Case oversize R 1832 .222)
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#NewberryLibrary
#NationalLibraryWeek
#ThingsInBooks
April 8, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Everything's Coming Up... Pansies?
Our massive 1893 World Fair Scrapbook contains THE MOST pressed flowers I've ever seen! (Case oversize R 1832 .222)
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#NewberryLibrary
#NationalLibraryWeek
#ThingsInBooks
Our massive 1893 World Fair Scrapbook contains THE MOST pressed flowers I've ever seen! (Case oversize R 1832 .222)
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#NewberryLibrary
#NationalLibraryWeek
#ThingsInBooks
Drawn to the Library?
We've got a few doodles (and other treats) up our sleeves this week! Just don't add any more to our collection items!🙏
This 1619 pamphlet from the Greenlee collection, for instance, has all sorts of early reader interventions! 😲
#NewberryLibrary #NationalLibraryWeek
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We've got a few doodles (and other treats) up our sleeves this week! Just don't add any more to our collection items!🙏
This 1619 pamphlet from the Greenlee collection, for instance, has all sorts of early reader interventions! 😲
#NewberryLibrary #NationalLibraryWeek
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April 7, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Drawn to the Library?
We've got a few doodles (and other treats) up our sleeves this week! Just don't add any more to our collection items!🙏
This 1619 pamphlet from the Greenlee collection, for instance, has all sorts of early reader interventions! 😲
#NewberryLibrary #NationalLibraryWeek
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We've got a few doodles (and other treats) up our sleeves this week! Just don't add any more to our collection items!🙏
This 1619 pamphlet from the Greenlee collection, for instance, has all sorts of early reader interventions! 😲
#NewberryLibrary #NationalLibraryWeek
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Meadow Bear Defenestration?
That was a fun scavenger hunt! Send me some more collection prompts for next week at
#NewberryLibrary! #NationalLibraryWeek #ReadySetNewberry
That was a fun scavenger hunt! Send me some more collection prompts for next week at
#NewberryLibrary! #NationalLibraryWeek #ReadySetNewberry
April 12, 2024 at 2:19 PM
Meadow Bear Defenestration?
That was a fun scavenger hunt! Send me some more collection prompts for next week at
#NewberryLibrary! #NationalLibraryWeek #ReadySetNewberry
That was a fun scavenger hunt! Send me some more collection prompts for next week at
#NewberryLibrary! #NationalLibraryWeek #ReadySetNewberry
Dance Dance Reformation?
Spry skeletons in the Nuremberg Chronicle (c. 1493) get ahead with their new movement!
@NewberryLibrary #ReadySetNewberry #NationalLibraryWeek #DanceOfDeath #Dance
#MementoMori
Spry skeletons in the Nuremberg Chronicle (c. 1493) get ahead with their new movement!
@NewberryLibrary #ReadySetNewberry #NationalLibraryWeek #DanceOfDeath #Dance
#MementoMori
April 11, 2024 at 6:52 PM
Dance Dance Reformation?
Spry skeletons in the Nuremberg Chronicle (c. 1493) get ahead with their new movement!
@NewberryLibrary #ReadySetNewberry #NationalLibraryWeek #DanceOfDeath #Dance
#MementoMori
Spry skeletons in the Nuremberg Chronicle (c. 1493) get ahead with their new movement!
@NewberryLibrary #ReadySetNewberry #NationalLibraryWeek #DanceOfDeath #Dance
#MementoMori
JC's Job Is... Just Beach?
Usually we don't see Jesus emerging from the waves, but this take (where he's actually coming out of a sarcophagus) has some curiously damp mystical flair at #NewberryLibrary (Case MS 35)! #ReadySetNewberry
#NationalLibraryWeek
Usually we don't see Jesus emerging from the waves, but this take (where he's actually coming out of a sarcophagus) has some curiously damp mystical flair at #NewberryLibrary (Case MS 35)! #ReadySetNewberry
#NationalLibraryWeek
April 10, 2024 at 9:20 PM
JC's Job Is... Just Beach?
Usually we don't see Jesus emerging from the waves, but this take (where he's actually coming out of a sarcophagus) has some curiously damp mystical flair at #NewberryLibrary (Case MS 35)! #ReadySetNewberry
#NationalLibraryWeek
Usually we don't see Jesus emerging from the waves, but this take (where he's actually coming out of a sarcophagus) has some curiously damp mystical flair at #NewberryLibrary (Case MS 35)! #ReadySetNewberry
#NationalLibraryWeek