Kathleen Hughes Author Archive

Email: khughes@ala.org Website: http://ala.org/

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Public Libraries Highlight Business Support at ‘Main Street Now’ Conference

As we navigate uncertain economic times, supporting economic development is a key way we can support our communities. Libraries are uniquely positioned to meet this moment by showcasing the resources and services we offer to support and strengthen community economic development

New FYI Episode – Exploring Acoustic Rooster with PBS Kids

Celebrate Earth Day with Environmental Health Resources from NLM and NNLM

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Recognizing Trans Day of Visibility: Resources from PL Online

Get To Know the 2025 PLA Candidates: Directors-At-Large

A Message From the PLA President Regarding IMLS

Celebrate Spring: Promoting Health Observances for March

FYI Podcast Episode: Be MediaWise with Heath Umbreit

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Exploring Black History Month Programming in Public Libraries

FYI Podcast Episode – Work It Out Wombats!

Join Public Libraries Online on BlueSky!

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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

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VA Health Chat Connects Veterans with Care Quickly and Conveniently

FYI Podcast 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