Susan Ostroff
@suedonymity.bsky.social
School Librarian & Freelance Photographer, I Crochet. ♡Star Wars, Jedi, ♡ Fedoras. 💛🦡⚡Collects pop-up books, kaleidoscopes. Mustang driver. Proud mother of a journalist, Beagledor mom
📚 I saw The Librarians in Ft. Lauderdale. A powerful doc on the fight against book bans + censorship, honoring librarians who safeguard access + representation for all communities. Must‑see! Screenings: lnkd.in/eyTVPhMr or catch PBS premiere Feb 9, 2026. #BookBans #Libraries
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November 26, 2025 at 9:14 PM
📚 I saw The Librarians in Ft. Lauderdale. A powerful doc on the fight against book bans + censorship, honoring librarians who safeguard access + representation for all communities. Must‑see! Screenings: lnkd.in/eyTVPhMr or catch PBS premiere Feb 9, 2026. #BookBans #Libraries
I checked out my very first challenged book 42 years ago in the very library I now curate. The Catcher in the Rye got my attention because it was forbidden. My favorite challenged book is And Tango Makes Three. Beautiful story. What is your favorite challenged book? #BannedBooks #challengedbooks
October 5, 2025 at 4:40 PM
I checked out my very first challenged book 42 years ago in the very library I now curate. The Catcher in the Rye got my attention because it was forbidden. My favorite challenged book is And Tango Makes Three. Beautiful story. What is your favorite challenged book? #BannedBooks #challengedbooks
Stadium DJ has a sense of humor. Playing Eurhymics and Here Comes the Rain Again while it pours. @usffootball.bsky.social #USF #USFFootball #Raindelay
September 13, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Stadium DJ has a sense of humor. Playing Eurhymics and Here Comes the Rain Again while it pours. @usffootball.bsky.social #USF #USFFootball #Raindelay
They've eliminated professional ethics requirements for Media Specialists such as equity, diversity, and global perspectives, requirements for identifying outstanding authors & illustrators & standards for maintaining bibliographic integrity. www.tampabay.com/news/educati... #flfreedomread #ala_aasl
Florida reduces competency requirements for school media specialists
Critics are concerned the state is looking for people to enact their agenda.
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July 18, 2025 at 1:18 PM
They've eliminated professional ethics requirements for Media Specialists such as equity, diversity, and global perspectives, requirements for identifying outstanding authors & illustrators & standards for maintaining bibliographic integrity. www.tampabay.com/news/educati... #flfreedomread #ala_aasl
The @nationallibraryofgreece is one of the most beautiful libraries I've had the pleasure of visiting. Friendly staff located a copy of one of #rickriordan books. I was advised to read the first series before a trip to #Greece Helpful for learning about the #greekgods #Athens #greekmythology
June 25, 2025 at 5:22 PM
The @nationallibraryofgreece is one of the most beautiful libraries I've had the pleasure of visiting. Friendly staff located a copy of one of #rickriordan books. I was advised to read the first series before a trip to #Greece Helpful for learning about the #greekgods #Athens #greekmythology
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For 225 years, the Library of Congress has collected America’s stories and kept Congress informed. The American Library Association stands with America’s library.
![The Library of Congress belongs to Congress and the American people. [Logos: Show up for our libraries - American Library Association]](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:q5qyswhppr7tiskw43xhcv7f/bafkreib3eioahb3b27g7vdp65hu4bmfloqxp3k3frylkwhdtg6bnfbl7iy@jpeg)
May 15, 2025 at 6:43 PM
For 225 years, the Library of Congress has collected America’s stories and kept Congress informed. The American Library Association stands with America’s library.
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Don't mess with librarians! The staff the LoC refused to let DOJ staffers sent by the new acting librarian Todd Blanche to enter the building! They called the Capital Police and their GC. They said they recognize the deputy librarian as being in power until they hear otherwise from Congress! 🔥🔥🔥
May 13, 2025 at 2:04 AM
Don't mess with librarians! The staff the LoC refused to let DOJ staffers sent by the new acting librarian Todd Blanche to enter the building! They called the Capital Police and their GC. They said they recognize the deputy librarian as being in power until they hear otherwise from Congress! 🔥🔥🔥
He continues his agenda of dumbing down the masses and trying ro squelch those who encourage diverse views and free thought and access to information. Dr. Hayden was a class act. He's afraid of smart women.
President Trump fires Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden www.npr.org/2025/05/09/g...
President Trump fires Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden www.npr.org/2025/05/09/g...
President Trump fires Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden
Hayden, who became the first woman and the first African American to serve as the Librarian of Congress when she was appointed in 2016, was abruptly fired via email late Thursday.
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May 9, 2025 at 10:37 AM
He continues his agenda of dumbing down the masses and trying ro squelch those who encourage diverse views and free thought and access to information. Dr. Hayden was a class act. He's afraid of smart women.
President Trump fires Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden www.npr.org/2025/05/09/g...
President Trump fires Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden www.npr.org/2025/05/09/g...
There's a weird looking bird in the feeder. #birdfeeder #birding
May 4, 2025 at 2:34 PM
There's a weird looking bird in the feeder. #birdfeeder #birding
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Here's a template that you can copy/paste/customize to contact your reps about Defending Our Libraries re: the Institute of Museum and Library Services Section 9141 ⭐️
#Libraries are some of the last non-commercial public spaces left in our communities—let your reps know that this is not okay!
#Libraries are some of the last non-commercial public spaces left in our communities—let your reps know that this is not okay!
March 16, 2025 at 1:35 AM
Here's a template that you can copy/paste/customize to contact your reps about Defending Our Libraries re: the Institute of Museum and Library Services Section 9141 ⭐️
#Libraries are some of the last non-commercial public spaces left in our communities—let your reps know that this is not okay!
#Libraries are some of the last non-commercial public spaces left in our communities—let your reps know that this is not okay!
It's time to speak up for libraries. Libraries and librarians are now in the cross hairs. This administration is now working to dismantle the Institute of Museum & Library Services. They're the only federal agency that provides funding to libraries.
🚨NEW🚨: Donald Trump is attempting to strip away federal support for libraries. We will NOT let that happen.
Last night the President signed an order to gut the Institute of Museum & Library Services. But together, we know we can show up & defeat it.
Full EO: www.whitehouse.gov/presidential...
Last night the President signed an order to gut the Institute of Museum & Library Services. But together, we know we can show up & defeat it.
Full EO: www.whitehouse.gov/presidential...
March 15, 2025 at 7:56 PM
It's time to speak up for libraries. Libraries and librarians are now in the cross hairs. This administration is now working to dismantle the Institute of Museum & Library Services. They're the only federal agency that provides funding to libraries.
I love promoting this book to my students. It is excellent. I was horrified to realize it was "missing" this morning. This isn't the first time and it's always after a parent event. No one ever sees anything. I immediately ordered 5 more copies of Jerry's book. Keep writing Jerry. Kids need truth.
After the murder of George Floyd, sales of books by Black authors skyrocketed. Now, there are efforts to ban many of the same books. Jerry Craft is one of the authors who got caught up in the backlash.
The Farce Awakens - This American Life
After the murder of George Floyd, sales of books by Black authors skyrocketed.
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February 26, 2025 at 9:04 PM
I love promoting this book to my students. It is excellent. I was horrified to realize it was "missing" this morning. This isn't the first time and it's always after a parent event. No one ever sees anything. I immediately ordered 5 more copies of Jerry's book. Keep writing Jerry. Kids need truth.
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if you want to send Elon Musk your five accomplishments just email hr@opm.gov
February 23, 2025 at 6:35 AM
if you want to send Elon Musk your five accomplishments just email hr@opm.gov
Walking through the park with my husband. You never know what you'll see. Also, not ai and no, I didn't have pizza on me. I had to clarify this for a family member. It's Florida, home of everything strange. #squirrel #pizzasquirrel #Florida #nature #naturephotography
January 5, 2025 at 1:11 AM
Walking through the park with my husband. You never know what you'll see. Also, not ai and no, I didn't have pizza on me. I had to clarify this for a family member. It's Florida, home of everything strange. #squirrel #pizzasquirrel #Florida #nature #naturephotography
There was a burrowing owl just standing outside the principal's window at Piper High School watching and almost looking like it was judging the students as they walked by. I have respectfully named him John Owl-i-ver. #JohnOliver #PiperHighSchool #burrowingowls
December 6, 2024 at 10:58 PM
There was a burrowing owl just standing outside the principal's window at Piper High School watching and almost looking like it was judging the students as they walked by. I have respectfully named him John Owl-i-ver. #JohnOliver #PiperHighSchool #burrowingowls
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Here are the 100 notable books from 2024 — including standout fiction, poetry and nonfiction, all chosen by the staff of The New York Times Book Review. nyti.ms/41cJsee
November 27, 2024 at 12:22 AM
Here are the 100 notable books from 2024 — including standout fiction, poetry and nonfiction, all chosen by the staff of The New York Times Book Review. nyti.ms/41cJsee
Doing a happy snoopy dance to find another author I enjoy on bluesky. Recommending #TheMagicFish to my students. @trungles.bsky.social
November 24, 2024 at 5:52 PM
Doing a happy snoopy dance to find another author I enjoy on bluesky. Recommending #TheMagicFish to my students. @trungles.bsky.social
School library wishlist. If you can help, that would be great. If you can share, that's appreciated too. #clearthelist #wishlist #teacherwishlist https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2SXLDE4OK11B9?ref_=wl_share
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November 22, 2024 at 8:59 AM
School library wishlist. If you can help, that would be great. If you can share, that's appreciated too. #clearthelist #wishlist #teacherwishlist https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2SXLDE4OK11B9?ref_=wl_share
Sign up for Broward County Library's Summer Reading program. Summer Reading is for the whole family, including adults. Win prizes from Florida Panthers, Museum of Discovery and Science, Water Taxi, Jungle Island, Xtreme Action Park, Zoo Miami and...
November 22, 2024 at 8:59 AM
Sign up for Broward County Library's Summer Reading program. Summer Reading is for the whole family, including adults. Win prizes from Florida Panthers, Museum of Discovery and Science, Water Taxi, Jungle Island, Xtreme Action Park, Zoo Miami and...
The powerful front page of today's @WSJ It's been 1 year since Evan Gershkovich was detained in Russia for simply being a journalist. All the news organizations have come together to show their support for Evan, his family and the WSJ family. Support journalism. #IStandWithEvan
November 22, 2024 at 8:59 AM
The powerful front page of today's @WSJ It's been 1 year since Evan Gershkovich was detained in Russia for simply being a journalist. All the news organizations have come together to show their support for Evan, his family and the WSJ family. Support journalism. #IStandWithEvan
November 22, 2024 at 8:59 AM
#msdstrong Day of love and service.
November 22, 2024 at 8:59 AM
#msdstrong Day of love and service.
#BlackHistoryMonth display for the library at #PiperHighSchool Students match the Who Am I clues to a famous person. Perfect tie-in to our @galecengage Biography in Context resources. #Librarians #schoollibraries @piperprincipal @BobTLibraryDino
November 22, 2024 at 9:05 AM
#BlackHistoryMonth display for the library at #PiperHighSchool Students match the Who Am I clues to a famous person. Perfect tie-in to our @galecengage Biography in Context resources. #Librarians #schoollibraries @piperprincipal @BobTLibraryDino
In addition to the usual holiday display in the library, we have a peace crane tree. One of my high schoolers was so excited about creating #origami paper cranes for it. She made so many that she started giving them away to her teachers as gifts.#PeaceAndLove #schoollibraries
November 22, 2024 at 9:05 AM
In addition to the usual holiday display in the library, we have a peace crane tree. One of my high schoolers was so excited about creating #origami paper cranes for it. She made so many that she started giving them away to her teachers as gifts.#PeaceAndLove #schoollibraries