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February is National Love Your Library Month
Greg Lucas, our California State Librarian, says it exactly right.
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“Every month, a man with a book enchants dozens of kids at the library in Marina”
The Marina branch of Monterey County Free Libraries offers a once a month reading time, called “Dads Read!,” where a variety of adult men read stories to children in the library. Why dads? As they […]
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“Budget-Friendly Programming for High School Librarians”
Over on AASL’s Knowledgequest website, Jessica Fitzpatrick has come up with a variety of ways to provide library programming that won’t break the bank. High school librarians have their work cut out for them when […]
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Support the Books Save Lives Act (HR6830)
Let’s ensure that our libraries, both public and school, remain places where everyone can have their stories told. Contact Congress today and make your voice heard! “The Books Save Lives Act (H.R.6830) has been introduced […]
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Submissions
Do you have news and/or events to share about libraries and library organizations in California (and beyond)? Golden Libraries is always looking for information for website posts that support our school and public library community. […]
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Do You Need a Banned Books Shirt?
It doesn’t take much to see that banning books has come back into style. Golden Libraries is pleased to be able to vet some of the clothing options out there discussing this trend. Buy now […]
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Dollar General Literacy Foundation accepting 2024 grant applications
Dollar General Literacy Foundation provides grants to literacy organizations that provide services within 15 miles of a Dollar General store. Eligibility requirements are specific to the particular grant. There are three types of grants available: […]
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Mackin’s Storyteller Spotlight: Mac Barnett & Jon Klassen
Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen will read from their four-sided story, “Square,” on a Zoom call. After the reading is finished, students will be allowed to ask questions. There also be prizes available (i.e. 3 […]
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Cover Reveal: The Bletchley Riddle
It’s rare that you get two powerhouse writers like Ruta Sepetys and Steven Sheinkin who want to work together on a book. And yet here they are in “The Bletchley Riddle.” Importantly, for this post, […]