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ALA Editions | Neal-Schuman @alaeditionsns.bsky.social · Nov 22
#introduction Hi! ALA Editions | Neal-Schuman publishes resources used by #library & information professionals, scholars, students, and educators to improve programs & services, build on best practices, enhance pedagogy, share research, develop leadership, and promote advocacy.
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February 4, 2026 at 5:50 PM
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"This edited collection [brings] critical information literacy (CIL) theory and practice to every library instructional setting. ... An accessible and inspirational foray into CIL for beginners and seasoned instructors alike.” — Choice
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A bookshelf filled with various books is in the background. In the foreground, there is a book titled "Critical Information Literacy Applications for All Libraries," edited by Julie M. Hornick and Lauren Kehoe. The book cover features colorful geometric shapes.
February 4, 2026 at 3:07 PM
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"The library is the temple of learning, and learning has liberated more people than all the wars in history." —Carl Thomas Rowan #BlackHistoryMonth #Libraries #ILA
February 4, 2026 at 2:18 PM
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Minneapolis is more than a host city—it's a community.

Hear from Hennepin County Lib Dir Scott Duimstra as he shares what makes the city special—and why supporting local libraries and businesses matters as we look ahead to PLA 2026.

Learn more about #PLA2026: https://bit.ly/4ntENfO

#minneapolis
February 3, 2026 at 8:16 PM
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I love that Punxsutawney Phil lives in the Punxsutawney Memorial Library the other 364 days a year with his wife Phyllis
Burrowed in Books | American Libraries Magazine
World-famous groundhog Punxsutawney Phil lives at the Punxsutawney (Pa.) Memorial Library when he’s waiting for his special day.
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February 3, 2026 at 2:28 AM
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5 Ways to Show Your Library Love This Month
Here are 5 ways to show your library appreciation this Library Lovers' Month, during a time when libraries face censorship and funding cuts.
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February 3, 2026 at 4:04 PM
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Join @amlibraries.bsky.social for the next AL Live, “Pathways and Specialties: Choosing the right LIS program" on Tues., Feb. 3 at 2 p.m. Eastern. Register for FREE at bit.ly/4pFB13R.
Sponsored by Old Dominion University, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and University of Washington.
American Libraries Live. Pathways and Specialties: Chosing the right LIS Program. February 3, 2pm ET, Sponsored by Old Dominion University, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and University of Washington.
February 3, 2026 at 4:48 PM
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🚨Today is the last day to SAVE $15 off your #ALAVirtual26 registration. Join library professionals and students for a day of ideas, learning, and lively conversation.

Don't wait any longer. Register and Save Now! https://www.ala.org/virtual-event

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Image: Smiling male librarian handing books to a patron. Flash Sale Graphic Last Chance to Save $15 Off Your Registration through February 2, 2026, 11:59pm CT Recharging in Challenging Times An ALA Virtual Event Feb. 10, 2026 FOR OUR LIBRARIES. American Library Association
February 2, 2026 at 5:58 PM
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Is your library applying for #ERate discounts this year? Don't forget to keep track of upcoming deadlines!

Have questions? Join USAC's upcoming Pre-Commitment Process Q&A webinar! Register: register.gotowebinar.com#register/166...

More key dates: www.usac.org/e-rate/resou...
E-Rate Pre-Commitment Process: Question & Answer (Q&A) Session February 19, 2026 On Thursday, February 19, 2026, from 2 pm to 3 p.m. ET, the E-Rate subject matter experts will answer questions about the competitive bidding process, Category Two budgets, and the Eligible Services List. Register. This is recommended for applicants and service providers of all E-Rate experience levels. February 25, 2026 FY2024 Invoicing Deadline for Recurring Services Applicants and service providers must certify their invoices or ask for an invoice deadline extension by February 25, 2026 for FY2024 recurring services, if the applicant or service provider requested and received an invoice deadline extension of the original October 28, 2025 invoice deadline. Applicants and service providers must certify their invoices by this date, as USAC cannot grant a second invoice deadline extension. March 4, 2026 Last Day to File the FY2026 FCC Form 470 Wednesday, March 4, 2026, is the last day that you can submit and certify an FY 2026 FCC Form 470 and still wait the required minimum 28-day period.
January 30, 2026 at 6:34 PM
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More praise for Maura Madigan's newest book!
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Grab this book! So helpful! Wonderful, quick PD!
TikTok video by The Southern Literarian
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February 2, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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A message from the @ala-pla.bsky.social Board regarding federal immigration enforcement in Minneapolis and PLA 2026 Conference: americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/informzdatas...

#pla2026
PLA Stands With Minneapolis
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January 30, 2026 at 5:14 PM
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I enjoy leaning into the librarian fashion stereotypes on days I do presentations for youth or adults.
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January 29, 2026 at 8:55 PM
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The ILA Member Photo of the Month for January goes to the Joliet Public Library

The library recently debuted the renovation of its Black Road branch. The photo features staff in the children's area. #WeAreILA
January 30, 2026 at 1:40 PM
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Ninth Circuit revives challenge to Idaho library book censorship law - #lawsuits #bannedbooks #idaho
Ninth Circuit revives challenge to Idaho library book censorship law
The court found the law likely violates the First Amendment by allowing subjective, age-based censorship.
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January 30, 2026 at 2:28 PM
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Gear up for Black History Month! Published by the Library of Congress in association with the American Library Association, and designed to support state curricula and teaching standards, this full-color book explores this important topic through classroom-ready materials. alastore.ala.org/LOCcrm
promo image for The Civil Rights Movement (Discover and Learn with the Library series)
January 29, 2026 at 2:36 PM
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Yesterday's webinar for public library workers is now viewable on YouTube! youtu.be/q-uuGdGarn0?...
Small Public Library Management + Library Programming for Autistic Youth - Edi and Neal's Book Club
YouTube video by American Library Association
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January 28, 2026 at 2:15 PM
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Now on #TIEBlog
Academic librarian and TIE contributor Stephen G. Krueger acknowledges the tendency toward despair given the current political climate, but offers suggestions to choose hope instead. ow.ly/jjz150Y4OTw
#Librarylife #libraries
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January 28, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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January 28, 2026 at 2:12 PM
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Legler Regional Library is Chicago's first food pantry within a public library #chicago, #libraries, #Food
Legler Regional Library is Chicago's first food pantry within a public library
Legler Regional Library serves Garfield Park, an area where food insecurity is widespread. The food bank expands the library's mission as a community resource and will offer essential foods two days a...
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January 27, 2026 at 1:52 PM
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News: ALA welcomes the reintroduction of the Prison Libraries Act, legislation that would create a new federal grant program to support library services for incarcerated people.

Learn more about the bill and its proposed funding measures: www.ala.org/news/2026/01...
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January 27, 2026 at 7:43 PM
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Meet the nominees for PLA's 2026 election: https://bit.ly/3JKcwRv

Hear directly from the candidates for PLA President March 12 at 1pm CT. PLA President Dr. Brandy McNeil will facilitate the candidate forum, and attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions. Register: https://bit.ly/4pCbuZh
Promotional poster for PLA Board Elections showing a hand casting a ballot into a voting box. Text reads 'Cast your vote on four open positions. Voting opens Mon., March 9 and ends Wed., April 1.' Includes Public Library Association logo at the bottom.
January 27, 2026 at 8:14 PM
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"Hundreds arrived amid a record-breaking cold snap and upwards of 10 inches of snow to celebrate all things youth literature. The energy was high and excitement hard to contain..."

Thanks for joining us at the 2026 Youth Media Awards!
January 27, 2026 at 2:45 PM
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Latest Episode of @ala-booklist.bsky.social's Shelf Care The Podcast with a FREE Training Opportunity and a Survey. Please participate:

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Latest Episode of Booklist's Shelf Care The Podcast with a FREE Training Opportunity and a Survey!
I always listen to Booklist's Self Care The Podcast and I love how the entire backlist of every conversation is available with a single cli...
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January 27, 2026 at 2:56 PM
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Almost time.
Join us Monday, January 26 at 10:00 a.m. CT for the 2026 ALA Youth Media Awards.
Live from Chicago. Medals revealed in real time.
Watch at ala.unikron.com or on the ALA Facebook page.
#ALAyma
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January 25, 2026 at 4:51 PM
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On the the New Books in Library Science podcast, Amanda Nichols Hess discusses how academic librarians can consider critical librarianship, pedagogy, and information literacy instruction in tandem with transformative learning theory: https://bit.ly/3NYGANx
Amanda Nichols Hess, "Information Literacy and Critical Thinking: Using Perspective Transformation to Break Information Bubbles" (ALA, 2025) - New Books Network
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January 22, 2026 at 11:54 PM