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This #November and #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth we`re celebrating Indigenous stories, perspectives, and the enduring knowledge of Native communities with the MA250 reading list American Indian Sovereignty and Civil Rights, which features powerful works by Native authors and historians 📚
Browse the list at the link in bio!
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Meet Janelle, a Library Director and a connector of people, stories, and possibilities. ✨
In this month’s “Careers in Libraries” video, she shares how library work isn’t just about books; it’s about lighting pathways, welcoming every voice, and building a place where community finds itself.
For more on exploring library career paths, visit the link in bio.
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On Thursday, the Senate passed the Freedom to Read Bill/An Act Regarding Free Expression filed by Senator @juliancyr . @senatorjakeoliveira spoke at the Senate hearing, and in his speech said, "When we remove those stories, we don’t just erase books; we erase people. We take away the chance for young readers to discover themselves and for communities to understand one another. We lose empathy. And without empathy, democracy falters."
Image: A screenshot of Senator Jake Oliveira speaking from a podium, wearing a navy suit and lavender tie. The transcribed text reads, "without empathy, democracy falters."
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Members of the Massachusetts Library Community celebrate moments after the Senate passed #RightToRead legislation.
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As part of the MBLC’s 135th anniversary celebration at the State House, the MBLC was proud to award @senatorjakeoliveira with the 2025 C.B. Tillinghast Commissioner Award for championing public libraries as engines of opportunity for all and cornerstones of democracy. 🏆 During his acceptance speech, Senator Oliveira was joined by Senator @juliancyr for championing public libraries as engines of opportunity for all and cornerstones of democracy. nounce that the Senate will take up legislation to protect library materials and library staff from censorship during formal session on in the coming week. More info can be found at the link in bio!
The bill, An Act regarding free expression, was filed by Senator Cyr and cosponsored by Senator Oliveira to establish statewide protections for intellectual freedom and due process in Massachusetts school and public libraries, ensuring that library materials cannot be removed or censored based on personal or political beliefs. The bill also modernizes certain library statutes for gender-neutral and professional language.
Image: Senator Jake Oliveira and Senator Julian Cyr announce that the Senate will take up legislation in formal session in the coming week at the MBLC`s 2025 Commissioner Awards.
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Congratulations to the 2025 Commissioner Award Winners! ✨Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate our library champions in Massachusetts. We’ll be sharing more moments and photos from today’s ceremony in the coming days!
Thank you, @masslibrarysystem, for hosting a great Member Annual Meeting today! 👏 It was inspiring to connect with colleagues from across the Commonwealth, share ideas, and celebrate the incredible work happening in our #MassLibraries.
Image 1: From left to right, Commissioner Karen Traub, Commissioner Jessica Vilas Novas, Commissioner Debby Conrad, Chair Vicky Biancolo, Vice Chair Tim Cherubini and MBLC Director Maureen Amyot stand on a curved staircase at the Devens Common Center for the 2025 MLS Member Annual Meeting.
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❔Did you know? Founding MBLC Library Commissioner C.B. Tillinghast was a teacher and journalist before he became State Librarian? His passion for education greatly influenced his time as a founding Commissioner, and his belief in equal access to information helped lay the foundation of many of today`s Massachusetts libraries that are inclusive spaces for learning and connection.
🔗Discover more about Tillinghast and other founding Commissioners as the MBLC celebrates 135 years at the link in bio!
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