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DawnMariaAZ
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Youth & Teen Librarian. Books, dogs & sparking wine. Order depends on my mood. Happy to kiss a Wookiee. Opinions are my own.
Tell me you're a Youth Librarian who went to a holiday craft fair without telling me you're a Youth Librarian who went to a holiday craft fair. #librarianlife #childrenslibrarian #skylibrarians
November 29, 2025 at 7:49 PM
October 18, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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I don't hide my geekdoms, and action figures are a big part of those geekdoms. Here's a picture of some recent acquisitions to accompany a piece I wrote about these childhood fetish objects. armandobayolo.com/action-figure
August 31, 2025 at 1:02 AM
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"A shelf of books in alphabetical order is called a miracle."
Collective Nouns for Librarians
A group of librarians is called a cardigan. A collection of empty chairs is called an author reading. A collection of Eric Carle books covered in s...
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August 22, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Talk about book joy! #SDCC is always fun! #librarianlife #lordoftherings
July 25, 2025 at 3:03 AM
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This study on the impact of NPR and PBS stations, released by U.S. Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., highlights stations serve 13 million people in areas threatened by hurricanes, tornadoes, disasters where the stations are an important source of information. https://loom.ly/GzzWg0M
NPR and PBS Are More Than “Tiny Desk” and “Daniel Tiger” They Are Critical to Public Safety
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, today released a Snapshot Report that highlights data on public broadcasters across the United States and broadcasters' role in responding to emergencies and public safety events. In rural areas, public broadcasters may be the sole source of information during emergencies, leaving them disproportionately impacted by federal funding cuts.
www.commerce.senate.gov
June 25, 2025 at 10:13 PM
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Please pay attention to what is happening with the Library of Congress. Please speak up and speak out. Encourage others to do so, too.

“In Rare Move, Congress Pushes Back on Trump Over Library of Congress”

www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
In rare move, Congress pushes back on Trump over Library of Congress
Lawmakers are raising separation-of-powers concerns as the White House seeks to install a Justice Department official at the legislative-branch institution.
www.washingtonpost.com
May 14, 2025 at 1:34 AM
Stand up, speak out and support libraries and library staff. The library is for ALL- ALL the time.
May 10, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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If you don’t do anything else today, do this.

Dr. Carla Hayden has impeccable credentials and has revitalized the Library of Congress. Trump does not have the authority to dismiss her, but Congress must intervene.
SEND AN EMAIL: Tell Congress to Reinstate the Librarian of Congress!
President Trump has crossed another dangerous line by abruptly firing Dr. Carla Hayden, the Librarian of Congress.
nwmd.social
May 9, 2025 at 4:06 PM
May 2, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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We answered some of the most frequently asked questions that new parents have about the library.
Dear New Parents, the Library Has You Covered
We answered some of the most frequently asked questions that new parents have about the library.
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April 4, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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MORE: Libraries in several states have received letters which claim to cancel federal IMLS grants.

Congress MUST act to restore this funding. Read our full statement: www.ala.org/news/2025/04...

Use your voice - call Congress to protect & restore library funding: bit.ly/CallCongressForLibraries
April 3, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Considering an April Fool's joke in storytime tomorrow - "No Little Mouse today." What could possibly go wrong? #librarianlife #storytime #youthlibrarian #libraries #libsky
April 1, 2025 at 2:43 AM
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BREAKING: IMLS staff were just placed on admin leave!

IMLS is responsible for distributing Federal Funding for libraries.

This action will interrupt IMLS's vital, congressionally funded work.

Take action today!

www.everylibrary.org/statement_im...
Statement on IMLS Staff Administrative Leave
IMLS is responsible for distributing Federal Funding for libraries. This action will interrupt IMLS's vital, congressionally funded work. We cannot allow IMLS to be dismantled by executive action.
www.everylibrary.org
March 31, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Okay #Libsky peeps- I just cleaned a women's room stall where the mess made it everywhere but the toilet. Who can top that for today? #publiclibrary #librarianlife #publicservice #libraries
March 28, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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Trump is attempting to destroy federal funding for libraries. EveryLibrary made it easy to take action today! action.everylibrary.org/saveimls2025 via @everylibrary.bsky.social
#IMLS
Take Action To Save Federal Funding for Libraries!
Trump is attempting to destroy federal funding for libraries. We need you to take action today! That's why we made it easy to contact your reps, sign petitions, and learn about the Institute of Museum...
action.everylibrary.org
March 19, 2025 at 12:16 PM
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Did your child lose their book collection in the Los Angeles fires? Are you a teacher at a school that lost its library or your classroom library? Whether you need one book or a whole library, we can replace your books. 📚

Everyone else, please boost this post so we can connect with those in need. 🙏
January 16, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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Do me a kindness! Share this if you love and support your local library & librarians (and remember: that includes your school library & school librarian) 😊📚

Thank you libraries & library workers… for everything ✨💚
January 11, 2025 at 5:09 PM
The M5 agents of Slow Horses.
January 5, 2025 at 1:07 PM
If you're an educator or children's librarian- raise a hand if you're now sick for the holidays. ✋ #librarysky
December 23, 2024 at 12:29 AM
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🚨 🎉 Book Giveaway!!!!

A LIBRARY by Nikki Giovanni (1943-2024)

1. FOLLOW
2. REPOST
3. Fill in the blank: "A library is __________."

#FBF #Edusky #kidlit #giveawayc@harperkids.bsky.social @harpercollins.bsky.social
December 20, 2024 at 5:37 PM
Any other ARSL members here? #LibrarySky #smalllibraries #publiclibrary
November 26, 2024 at 2:03 AM
I'm learning patron habits and trends in my library (started here in late Jan). Youth program attendance has dropped now that park weather finally arrived here in AZ. #publiclibrary #librarychat #youthlibrarian
November 21, 2024 at 12:02 PM
Anyone else give LEGO a bunch of money this fall for their awesome GWPs or is it just me?
November 14, 2024 at 12:55 PM