Popular Authors Speak Up for Libraries

The New Yorker’s for Better Libraries Political Action Committee has released its 2010 Voter’s Guide.  The Guide scores New York State legislators based on how strongly they voted in support of library-friendly legislation.  While you’re at their site consider a donation and subscribe to their online newsletter.  Strong libraries don’t just happen!

NPR will broadcast a show on George F. Johnson today (December 1) at 5 P.M.  The broadcast will be archived on NPR at http://www.npr.org/2010/12/01/131725100/the-legacy-of-george-f-johnson-and-the-square-deal

GFJ has many free online databases – have you tried them?

Every day 300,000 Americans get job-seeking help at their public library.  There are more Wi-Fi hotspots at public libraries (12,000)  than at Barnes & Noble and Borders book stores combined.  Every month 2.8 million business owners and employees use resources at public libraries to support their small businesses.  Every day Americans borrow 2.1 million DVD’s…

Don’t forget to join us this Monday, June 28, from 5-8 pm for the Splish Splash Reading Bash! Join us on the library lawn for games, crafts, activities, music by Johnny Only, art by Eric Maruscak, and more. Kids can also sign up for the summer reading clubs to win prizes for reading books! In…

Our Good Sports (children entering grades 1-3) have had a great time learning about Winter, Hope, and other animals at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium this summer! Check out the link below to view our custom broadcast, and a reminder to all registered Good Sports participants that the Skype session with the aquarium will be at…