Time to pick a book to read!

Affirmative action was never a complete answer in the drive towards a more just society. But for generations of students who had been systematically excluded from most of America’s key institutions—it gave us the chance to show we more than deserved a seat at the table. In the

Here’s the advice I shared with Malia about what progress looks like – and the work we can do right now to make a difference.

The former president has filmed clips with libraries across the country to increase awareness of their services and promote access to books. wapo.st/43vD3IS

Thank you to President Barack Obama for supporting libraries and the freedom to read. And thank you to all library workers on the front lines "fighting every day to make the widest possible range of viewpoints, opinions, and ideas available to everyone." #UniteAgainstBookBans

The former president has filmed clips with libraries across the country to increase awareness of their services and promote access to books. wapo.st/3NSgvw9

Surprise 👀 The Obama Foundation tiktok.com/@harriscountyp…

"As a librarian, when the American Library Association (ALA)—the largest, oldest, and most influential organization of its kind in the world—calls, you answer. When ALA is calling on behalf of a former President of the United States, you sit up a little straighter." bit.ly/44spc7i

Was anyone else shocked when Barack Obama showed up? 😮 trib.al/DUDBPK4

This is what happens when librarians are allowed to name things 😂

Have you ever wondered how a book gets to you? It may seem like magic, but a book passes through many hands before it gets to you. This month, HCPL follows the journey of a book getting from one borrower to another. Listen to the full podcast here: bit.ly/3pbRL45

The next generation deserves the freedom to seek the wisdom, imagination, and knowledge contained in books. That’s why my office sponsored a resolution declaring Harris County Public Library a book sanctuary. houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-t…

"Attempts to ban books in public libraries increased by 20% over last year's total in the first eight months of 2023." Read HCPL Blogger David's newest blog to learn why Banned Book Week 2023 is so important. bit.ly/45bMbTK

For the first time, the free nonpartisan Voter Guides will be available in eBook and Audiobook Formats through the library’s Libby App in both English and Spanish! Find out more info here: bit.ly/3FnP0qc

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Found Kittens: What I Did and What I Learned - Harris County Public Library hcpl.net/?p=32946 via Harris County Public Library #tnr #kittens #nokill #spca

𝗙𝙍𝙀𝘼𝘿𝗢𝗠: Did you know Harris County officially designated Harris County Public Library as a "Book Sanctuary," a safe space for endangered books.

Thank you Judge Hidalgo for showing up and out to celebrate the Harris County Friends of the Library with us for National Friends of the Library week!

Need a little nudge to get to the polls for early voting? Well, Judge Hidalgo and Harris County Public Library “Curbside Larry” are here to give you the dose of inspiration you need to go and cast your vote this election season! Remember, your voice and your vote count!

Tis' the season for gifting books!