Indianapolis Public Library updates Wi-Fi hotspot lending program The Indianapolis Public Library is updating its Wi-Fi hotspot lending program, offering 80 devices across eight branches to provide free internet access.

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Multiple states are considering new legislation that could further restrict access to books in schools and libraries. https://ow.ly/nGzG50YBSpy #Censorship

Today we celebrate National Library Workers Day 💙 Thank you to librarians connecting us to info, tech, and opportunity every day. Tag a library worker you love! #NationalLibraryWorkersDay #NationalLibraryWeek #FindYourJoy

Today is #RightToReadDay—celebrating freedom to read and Indiana #INFREADOM's fight against censorship. What book shaped your view? #NationalLibraryWeek #FindYourJoy

Top 11 Most Challenged Books of 2025. Composite of 11 close-up crops of various book covers. Text at bottom: "Protect the freedom to read" ala.org/bbooks. American Library Association

The list of 2025's most challenged books was release this morning as part of ALA's State of America's Libraries Report.

Of the 4,235 unique titles that were challenged or banned in 2025, these were the top 11 most frequently targeted for censorship: https://bit.ly/3TE4cHi

#NationalLibraryWeek

The State of AMERICA’S LIBRARIES: a Snapshot of 2025. FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF READERS. FOR THE CORNERSTONES OF OUR COMMUNITIES. FOR ACCESS TO INFORMATION FOR ALL. FOR THE FREEDOM TO READ. FOR THE PEOPLE WHO POWER POSSIBILITY. FOR THE FUTURE OF LEARNING. FOR OUR LIBRARIES. ALA150 American Library Association

From threats to (and victories for) intellectual freedom, to increasing services for incarcerated people, to a whirlwind of legislative and legal battles, 2025 proved pivotal for our nation's libraries.

Read more in our State of America's Libraries Report: A Snapshot of 2025: https://bit.ly/3ORpvpE

It’s National Library Week! You can get started running for office at ReadLeadRun.org

#NationalLibraryWeek #library #libraries #librarianship #Read #Reading

A poster, featuring an illustration of a library, with a banner reading "Find Your Joy!" Next to the illustration is the following text: "Celebrate National Library Week / April 19-25, 2006."

Today begins #NationalLibraryWeek! In honor of the occasion, let's give our favorite libraries a shout-out here. Tell us about your favorite public, school, academic, or special library. #NationalLibraryWeek2026 #💙📚 #Booksky

US may force operating systems to have mandatory age verification, share info with third parties Here lies darkness.

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Literary Arts Fund created to rekindle a love for reading According to a recent study, reading for pleasure has fallen by 40% in the last 20 years, continuing a long-running downward trend. By many measures, reading skills for both students and adults contin...

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National Library Week is here! 🎉 Celebrate curiosity, connection, and joy with us as we spotlight libraries' people, programs, and values. #NationalLibraryWeek #FindYourJoy #Libraries

Libraries — American Conversation Project Libraries are trusted, open to everyone, and where communities already come together.

Passing along for libraries that may be interested: www.americanconversations.org/libraries

Extension of Compliance Dates for Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability; Accessibility of Web Information and Services of State and Local Government Entities By this Interim Final Rule ("IFR"), the Department of Justice ("Department") is revising the regulations implementing title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA") to extend the compliance d...

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I didn’t take a lot of pictures, but here’s some from today’s regional conference. @ilfonline.bsky.social

Great day in New Albany! Thanks to Floyd County Public Library, Edra Waterman, krM Architecture, presenters, and attendees. See you May 15! #ilf #indianalibrary #education #righttoread

How a Quiet Profession Became a Public Battleground - Houston Press The Librarians, a PBS documentary looks at members of that profession across the county including three from Texas.

Once viewed as a quiet profession, librarianship has become a focal point in national debates over access, education, and intellectual freedom. https://bit.ly/414bFmz #INFREADOM #Librarians

Congrats to Indianapolis Public Library, one of ten nationwide to get a $15,000 Civic Makers Lab grant from Urban Libraries Council. This supports young adults' civic learning and engagement. Proud of IndyPL! Read more: https://buff.ly/qEVjkSm

Whats on the primary ballot

To find where to vote early, go to IndianaVoters.in.gov and click “Find Your Polling Place.” Early voting is open now through noon on Monday, May 4. On Primary Election Day, Tuesday, May 5, polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Primary voters will shape representation at the local, state, and federal levels. Up for election are: All nine of Indiana’s U.S. House seats All 100 Indiana House seats 25 of the 50 Indiana Senate seats Voters may also see local races or other ballot items depending on where they live. See what is on your ballot at IndianaVoters.in.gov.

What should I bring? To vote in Indiana, you’ll need a valid photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state ID, passport, military ID, or, following this week’s court ruling, a student ID. The name on your ID must reasonably match your voter registration. If you are a first-time voter who registered by mail, you may also need to bring additional proof of residency.

Indiana, it’s time to show up. 🗳️ Early voting for the primary is open now through Monday, May 4.

Senate panel advances bill tightening obscenity laws for schools, libraries A Senate subcommittee passed a measure Monday to remove existing exemptions from state obscenity laws for public libraries and schools.“Obscene” materials — defined as materials containing depictions of sexual acts and material involving nudity or sadomasochistic abuse of minors that lacks “literary, artistic, political or scientific value” when considered as a whole — are already not allowed in public libraries or schools under federal law, according to librarians and some advocates.”

A proposed bill in Iowa would tighten obscenity laws affecting schools and libraries, raising questions about implementation and access. https://bit.ly/4dnyMQq #BookNews #Proposed #RighttoRead

A rough day 🐱 💤

AI learns language from skewed sources. That could change how we humans speak – and think | Bruce Schneier Large language models aren’t trained on real-life conversations. As we encounter their language, it could affect our own

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A 2022 study found that children in households that used voice commands with tools like Siri and Alexa became curt when speaking with humans, often calling out “Hey, do X” and expecting obedience, especially from anyone whose voice resembled the default-female electronic voices.

Please, let’s not. 😆

Do we still need libraries? Spoiler: Yes, we do.

Do we still need libraries? This thoughtful piece by Cheryl Dobbs makes a clear case for why libraries remain essential to civic life, education, and community connection.

A timely reflection worth reading and sharing.

Read the article: https://bit.ly/4tDdAdW

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He recorded 10,000 concerts on tape, now they’re streaming for free The music collection of a 59-year-old Chicago man who attended more than 10,000 concerts and recorded them on cassette tapes is slowly being digitized and released online for free. Like many GenX k…

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Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library charts funding path - ZIONSVILLE POST For the Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (HMMPL), 2026 is the calm before a potential fiscal storm.

Long-term sustainability challenges face libraries. See how Hussey–Mayfield Memorial Public Library plans ahead. Read more: https://bit.ly/4mqmsBo

More than a quarter of private colleges are at risk of closing, a new projection shows As one Vermont college finishes its last semester, an estimated 442 others may be in trouble.

As one Vermont college finishes its last semester, an estimated 442 others may be in trouble. n.pr/41xZy1d

🗓️ April 12 is D.E.A.R. (Drop Everything and Read) Day, inspired by beloved author Beverly Cleary, who believed everyone should make time to read each day. Today, we’re honoring her legacy by doing exactly that: dropping everything and picking up a book. 📚 #Booksky #LibraryLove #LibbyApp #Bookish

Passing this study along for a friend for anyone that fits what she’s looking for! bit.ly/4dFap0u

The link is to an eligibility survey. If they meet the criteria, she will follow up with the next steps

New Indiana law could strain Northwest Indiana library budgets Library officials warn a new state oversight law may force tough budget decisions, affecting staffing, hours and access to materials across the Region.

Libraries across Indiana continue to adapt, respond, and serve their communities—often amid changing challenges and expectations. This article highlights how public libraries remain vital community resources.

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