Kathleen Hughes Author Archive

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As a Life Artist, Your Life is the Art That You Are Making

New ALA Task Force Looks at Older Adults, Justice, and Libraries

New FYI Episode: Arlington Library’s Gift Nook: Holiday Giving, Reimagined

Trusted Resources for Assisting Patrons with Health Research

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New Survey Will Provide Vital Data About Library Facility Needs

New Podcast Episode: Ten Stories of Library Joy

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E-Rate and Universal Service Under Fire; ALA Prepares for Supreme Court

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Commission for Libraries Leads Nation in Opening Digital Equity Grant Funding Opportunity

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New Tool for Veterans – VA Resource Navigator

Rural Health Matters: Addressing the Unique Challenges of America’s Rural Communities

New FYI Podcast! Navigating Difficult Situations in Public Libraries

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Empowering Health Care Providers with Version 2.0 of VA’s Exposure Ed Mobile App

Health, Digital, and Research Literacy Support for Your Library Patrons

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Tips for First Time Conference Presenters

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VA Offers Rural Veterans Options to Connect with Providers

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Call for Submissions: Public Libraries Magazine 2025 Themes

Be Ready, Be Informed: Raising Awareness of Resources to Support Emergency Preparedness

FYI Podcast Episode: Navigating Workplace Burnout

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Freedom to Read Day of Action – October 19

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Let’s Wonder Together: Book Inspiration to Get Outside with Kids

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Share Your Library Joy Story

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Digitizing Local Zines

What is a Consumer Health Information Specialization (CHIS) and Why Do You Need It?

New FYI Podcast Episode – True Crime Podcasts Discussion Group