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⚠️ 📢 One week ago, President Trump signed an executive order that targets federal funding to libraries and museums through the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
Much has happened in a week. Yesterday, staff at the MBLC heard from their colleagues at IMLS that DOGE had entered the offices with Homeland Security to remove workers. And we know that the Deputy Labor Secretary was sworn in as IMLS interim director. You can read more at mblc.state.ma.us/mblc_blog
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Having well-defined policies for #libraries is more crucial than ever to ensure libraries serve their communities effectively. This week in ✨Fortifying Your Library ✨, MBLC Library Advisory Specialist Al Hayden takes a deep dive in to policies that protect patron rights. You can read this next blog installment, "Patron Rights & Responsibility",at: 🔗https://mblc.state.ma.us/mblc_blog/
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💙 "Boyden Library not only gave me and my children a safe oasis, but also gave my kids free resources, literacy, hopes and dreams. It led my 14 year old son to enter private high school with a full scholarship. Thank you for all you do to help our future." #LibrariesEmpower #ForOurLibraries
❔Tell us how you library has helped you at LoveMassLibraries.com. We`ll share your story with legislators to demonstrate the importance of #libraries.
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⚠️ 📢 On Friday, March 14, President Trump signed an executive order that targets federal funding to libraries and museums through the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). IMLS is the single largest source of critical federal funding for libraries. You can learn more about why this matters to you and #MassachusettsLibraries at the 🔗 link in bio.
#PublicLibraryFunding #LibraryFunding #PublicLibrariesInMA #MassPublicLibraries #PublicLibrariesOfMassachusetts #MassachusettsPublicLibrary #MassachusettsPublicLibraries #MAPublicLibrary #MassPublicLibrary #LibrariesInMA #MALibraries #MALibrary #LibraryLaws #RightToRead
A screenshot of an official email informing Massachusetts libraries about an executive order targeting federal funding to libraries and museums through the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). The email includes a link to learn more at mblc.state.ma.us/mblc_blog.
Happy #FortifyingFriday and #PiDay! If you`ve ever wanted to learn more about Requests for Reconsideration, this is the ✨Fortifying Your Library ✨ blog post for you! Learn more about this crucial other side of a #CollectionDevelopmentPolicy at the 🔗link in bio.
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📢 The 18th annual Boston Bruins PJ Drive ends on March 15! THANK YOU for all your generous pajama donations at #MassachusettsLibraries all over the state❣️ 👕 You can still donate online at the 🔗link in bio or in-person at TD Garden if you`ll be at the Bruins game vs Tampa Bay Lightning tomorrow night!
🖼️1: Officer Sandy, Oliver the therapy dog and Bruins mascot Blades in his PJ robe pose in front of an ice hockey rink backdrop.
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It`s not just Friday, it`s #FortifyingFriday! The second installment of our new blog series ✨Fortifying Your Library ✨ by MBLC Library Advisory Specialist, Al Hayden, is out today! Learn more about strengthening #CollectionDevelopement policies at the 🔗 link in bio!
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🏛️ Exterior construction is near completion at the new Tilton Library in Deerfield! Check out these #BehindTheFence #SneakPeek photos of historic windows being restored and renovated.
🖼️1: A brick building interior features arched windows with white trim. Modern ductwork contrasts with the historic architecture.
🖼️2: A window is framed by elegant woodwork, flanked by built-in shelving.
🖼️3: An arched window pane sits on a work table in a light-filled room, undergoing restoration.
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