carolyn
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academic library director
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carolyn
@papersquared.bsky.social
· Jan 31
Incredibly proud and excited to share our theme for this year's ILA Annual Conference. Please submit your conference proposal! We want to hear from you!
The ILA Annual Conference Program Committee invites proposals on inclusivity and belonging for #ILAAC25, October 14-16 in Rosemont, IL. The submission deadline is April 4th. ow.ly/5TSp50UPQ1L
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Finally starting “Heated Rivalry.” Happy Christmas Eve to me!
December 24, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Finally starting “Heated Rivalry.” Happy Christmas Eve to me!
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*deep breath*
Okay. I am cranky on a lot of levels today, so.
But I got a comment on another platform that said, "you are going to save us in the future. Libraries and librarians are the backbone of society."
Let me tell you why I hated this seemingly innocuous comment.
Okay. I am cranky on a lot of levels today, so.
But I got a comment on another platform that said, "you are going to save us in the future. Libraries and librarians are the backbone of society."
Let me tell you why I hated this seemingly innocuous comment.
December 21, 2025 at 9:25 PM
*deep breath*
Okay. I am cranky on a lot of levels today, so.
But I got a comment on another platform that said, "you are going to save us in the future. Libraries and librarians are the backbone of society."
Let me tell you why I hated this seemingly innocuous comment.
Okay. I am cranky on a lot of levels today, so.
But I got a comment on another platform that said, "you are going to save us in the future. Libraries and librarians are the backbone of society."
Let me tell you why I hated this seemingly innocuous comment.
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Ask your friendly academic librarian about all the times we tried to tell you that what we do is important and you should fund it. You get the services you pay for, friends.
Lolololol at every academic who has paid zero attention to their library or constantly-decreasing library funding suddenly being like LIBRARIES SHOULD HAVE BEEN DOING EVERYTHING THEMSELVES AND OUTSOURCING NOTHING like we all have teams of programmers and software engineers.
December 21, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Ask your friendly academic librarian about all the times we tried to tell you that what we do is important and you should fund it. You get the services you pay for, friends.
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Chicago Public Library lovers: after a lot of calls, letters and visits to your alders, we got the library levy raised and restored the collections budget to $10 million. This year we were able to avoid cuts! In a contentious budget season, there is one thing we can agree on: libraries need funding.
December 21, 2025 at 4:46 AM
Chicago Public Library lovers: after a lot of calls, letters and visits to your alders, we got the library levy raised and restored the collections budget to $10 million. This year we were able to avoid cuts! In a contentious budget season, there is one thing we can agree on: libraries need funding.
Unrelated to the text but related to the image, I shared with coworkers a favorite holiday film of mine was The Addams Family, and described the opening scene, which is depicted in the image. They were a little shaken.
Good. They should know I’m weird.
Good. They should know I’m weird.
Rather, that song has a lot of verses. Nevertheless, it was very sweet & charming to have carolers. In an unrelated note, I hope I’ve never sent any of them a holiday card to this effect. But I probably have.
December 20, 2025 at 3:43 AM
Unrelated to the text but related to the image, I shared with coworkers a favorite holiday film of mine was The Addams Family, and described the opening scene, which is depicted in the image. They were a little shaken.
Good. They should know I’m weird.
Good. They should know I’m weird.
My father died, ultimately, from congestive heart failure. I’m not saying this is what the president has, BUT weeks before his death, my dad dozed off like this, often while being actively in a conversation. Heart failure means reduced blood—and oxygen—flowing to the brain. It starts as sleepiness.
December 20, 2025 at 3:40 AM
My father died, ultimately, from congestive heart failure. I’m not saying this is what the president has, BUT weeks before his death, my dad dozed off like this, often while being actively in a conversation. Heart failure means reduced blood—and oxygen—flowing to the brain. It starts as sleepiness.
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Today, we're learning why DOJ didn't release the redacted files last March. Because the multitude of redactions exposes how much they're covering up.
December 19, 2025 at 11:35 PM
Today, we're learning why DOJ didn't release the redacted files last March. Because the multitude of redactions exposes how much they're covering up.
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When someone is alive and especially if they use their career to do harm, that’s a whole other kettle of fish. Allen, Polanski, etc.
But a lot of stuff is academic if everyone is dead.
And the stuff that ISN’T academic (BOAN, Riefenstahl, etc) absolutely should be discussed. Know the difference
But a lot of stuff is academic if everyone is dead.
And the stuff that ISN’T academic (BOAN, Riefenstahl, etc) absolutely should be discussed. Know the difference
December 19, 2025 at 1:10 PM
When someone is alive and especially if they use their career to do harm, that’s a whole other kettle of fish. Allen, Polanski, etc.
But a lot of stuff is academic if everyone is dead.
And the stuff that ISN’T academic (BOAN, Riefenstahl, etc) absolutely should be discussed. Know the difference
But a lot of stuff is academic if everyone is dead.
And the stuff that ISN’T academic (BOAN, Riefenstahl, etc) absolutely should be discussed. Know the difference
This is the perfect ratio for cheese:cracker.
I need a cracker that’s thin with seeds on it and a piece of cheese that’s thick
I need a thin and thick
I need a thin and thick
December 19, 2025 at 2:55 PM
This is the perfect ratio for cheese:cracker.
An MIT professor would still be alive if Kash Patel was not the FBI director.
December 19, 2025 at 4:00 AM
An MIT professor would still be alive if Kash Patel was not the FBI director.
The Marco Rubio shot looks like it was taken with the special camera that shows you areas of skin cancer. Yeesh.
December 18, 2025 at 9:27 PM
The Marco Rubio shot looks like it was taken with the special camera that shows you areas of skin cancer. Yeesh.
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Have you tried Linux? Download Mint on your computer. It can literally run Puppy. It's literally on Guix. It can probably run MeeGo. Dude it works on MEPIS. You can run it on Pop. You can download Pop and run it. Log onto Pop right now. Dive into Pop. You can run it on Pop. Pop has it for you.
December 17, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Have you tried Linux? Download Mint on your computer. It can literally run Puppy. It's literally on Guix. It can probably run MeeGo. Dude it works on MEPIS. You can run it on Pop. You can download Pop and run it. Log onto Pop right now. Dive into Pop. You can run it on Pop. Pop has it for you.
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This piece from Block Club is excellent for showing which Chicago alders are terrible concerning ICE.
But, I must add that it isn't great at highlighting which alders are not involved in on-the-ground support. Every alder *without* a green whistle icon should be seen as half-assing the threat.
But, I must add that it isn't great at highlighting which alders are not involved in on-the-ground support. Every alder *without* a green whistle icon should be seen as half-assing the threat.
Good run-down on how Chicago alders spoke/voted/took action on the ongoing ICE raids in Chicago. blockclubchicago.org/2025/12/17/w...
Where Does Your Alderperson Stand On ICE? We Checked All 50
City Bureau chronicled and categorized Chicago alderpeople's actions and statements regarding protection for immigrant communities and the actions of federal agents in the city.
blockclubchicago.org
December 17, 2025 at 4:21 PM
This piece from Block Club is excellent for showing which Chicago alders are terrible concerning ICE.
But, I must add that it isn't great at highlighting which alders are not involved in on-the-ground support. Every alder *without* a green whistle icon should be seen as half-assing the threat.
But, I must add that it isn't great at highlighting which alders are not involved in on-the-ground support. Every alder *without* a green whistle icon should be seen as half-assing the threat.
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Good run-down on how Chicago alders spoke/voted/took action on the ongoing ICE raids in Chicago. blockclubchicago.org/2025/12/17/w...
Where Does Your Alderperson Stand On ICE? We Checked All 50
City Bureau chronicled and categorized Chicago alderpeople's actions and statements regarding protection for immigrant communities and the actions of federal agents in the city.
blockclubchicago.org
December 17, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Good run-down on how Chicago alders spoke/voted/took action on the ongoing ICE raids in Chicago. blockclubchicago.org/2025/12/17/w...
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Currently watching CBP agents intimidate Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss in a Home Depot parking lot.
December 17, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Currently watching CBP agents intimidate Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss in a Home Depot parking lot.
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NEW: Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss, who is running for Congress, confronted Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino today:
December 17, 2025 at 6:13 PM
NEW: Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss, who is running for Congress, confronted Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino today:
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ROGERS PARK - BORDER PATROL CARAVAN HEADING NORTH ON SHERIDAN PER LOCAL ICE WATCH. GET OUT THERE WITH WHISTLES AND PHONES IF YOU CAN.
December 17, 2025 at 4:59 PM
ROGERS PARK - BORDER PATROL CARAVAN HEADING NORTH ON SHERIDAN PER LOCAL ICE WATCH. GET OUT THERE WITH WHISTLES AND PHONES IF YOU CAN.
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Chopper hovering over Rogers Park. I think there are two. Neighborhood is mobilizing.
December 17, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Chopper hovering over Rogers Park. I think there are two. Neighborhood is mobilizing.
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In Chicago, a man on Facebook Live was following the Border Patrol north on Lake Shore Drive. At the end of the drive, a bunch of city cop cars cut off the man who was following and live-streaming Border Patrol.
December 17, 2025 at 4:58 PM
In Chicago, a man on Facebook Live was following the Border Patrol north on Lake Shore Drive. At the end of the drive, a bunch of city cop cars cut off the man who was following and live-streaming Border Patrol.
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A novella is half novel, half umbrella.
December 17, 2025 at 2:10 PM
A novella is half novel, half umbrella.
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This happened Friday, immediately after: a dead cop's family filed suit because they believe dept failed to protect her from abusive partner who later shot & killed her — *and* a detective filed over, among others, allegations the dept knew an abusive ex wanted to have her killed & didn't warn her.
The party was held for officers assigned to the Chicago Lawn police district on the city's Southwest Side. A police spokesperson said no one has been arrested in relation to the alleged attack.
Chicago police officer accuses fellow cop of sexual assault after Christmas party
chicago.suntimes.com
December 16, 2025 at 10:39 PM
This happened Friday, immediately after: a dead cop's family filed suit because they believe dept failed to protect her from abusive partner who later shot & killed her — *and* a detective filed over, among others, allegations the dept knew an abusive ex wanted to have her killed & didn't warn her.
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CHICAGO / SUBURBS
OAK PARK
RIVER FOREST
FOREST PARK
Just got a report that Bovino/ICE are at the Thorntons on Harlem just before the exit to 290.
OAK PARK
RIVER FOREST
FOREST PARK
Just got a report that Bovino/ICE are at the Thorntons on Harlem just before the exit to 290.
December 16, 2025 at 5:55 PM
CHICAGO / SUBURBS
OAK PARK
RIVER FOREST
FOREST PARK
Just got a report that Bovino/ICE are at the Thorntons on Harlem just before the exit to 290.
OAK PARK
RIVER FOREST
FOREST PARK
Just got a report that Bovino/ICE are at the Thorntons on Harlem just before the exit to 290.
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The situation right now is developing fast; Border Patrol is detaining people across SW side.
Community members are following their caravan. Agents are threatening people who film with pepper ball and tear gas dispensers.
It's going to take time for rapid response to tally arrest totals.
Community members are following their caravan. Agents are threatening people who film with pepper ball and tear gas dispensers.
It's going to take time for rapid response to tally arrest totals.
December 16, 2025 at 4:13 PM
The situation right now is developing fast; Border Patrol is detaining people across SW side.
Community members are following their caravan. Agents are threatening people who film with pepper ball and tear gas dispensers.
It's going to take time for rapid response to tally arrest totals.
Community members are following their caravan. Agents are threatening people who film with pepper ball and tear gas dispensers.
It's going to take time for rapid response to tally arrest totals.
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Rev. David Black raised a stark warning: people are being held, transferred, and deported with little transparency and the public knows almost nothing about the conditions they while in detention.
Faith leaders are calling for accountability and truth.
Faith leaders are calling for accountability and truth.
December 16, 2025 at 3:37 PM
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1. Eff every democrat who voted to fold.
2. Our government is a joke. Too late? TOO LATE? By my count, there are still 15 days until the end of the year.
2. Our government is a joke. Too late? TOO LATE? By my count, there are still 15 days until the end of the year.
UPDATE: Susan Collins after meeting says goal is to announce a plan, with vote next year to restore expiring subsidies. She said it’s too late to get a bill signed before end of the year.
December 16, 2025 at 3:33 PM
1. Eff every democrat who voted to fold.
2. Our government is a joke. Too late? TOO LATE? By my count, there are still 15 days until the end of the year.
2. Our government is a joke. Too late? TOO LATE? By my count, there are still 15 days until the end of the year.