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One of the best things I get to do in my job is film a video each month that goes along with a package we mail to county residents who request it, and who are unable to come to the in-person version of the same program at the library. This month's theme is "print awareness." youtu.be/y7RoJPhdVPw

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All I can do right now is watch videos of good dogs or I’ll cry.

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No one follows more etiquette rules than the Royal Family—but notice how King Charles didn’t make any smart-ass or demeaning comments about Zelensky’s attire today. Why? Because respect isn’t about clothes—it’s about character. And that’s something money can’t buy.

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Finally finished my (non-exhaustive) roundup of my favorite picture books of 2024. Take a look, and tell me which of your favorites I missed! www.marykuehner.com/post/favorit...

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Local folks: March at NOAA (S. Broadway in Boulder) on Monday, March 3, 2025, at 11:45 to protest the firings at NOAA and other federal agencies. This is organized by former Rep. David Skaggs. Come out and show your support for science and our neighbors! Free just bring signs and spirit! 💙💪💙

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Same.

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Can’t wait to read this!

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Hi, just a reminder that when you use Libro.fm for your audiobooks, you support independent bookshops vs. large corporations that drive them out of business. We also pay taxes. And so do indie bookshops.

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Because I am a librarian, I also made this poster highlighting another reason I am doing an economic boycott: Our 1st Amendment rights and public libraries are under assault. You can find free & fun things to do today during your $ boycott at your local public library. Free people read freely!

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Super hope somebody shows up for this training I’m supposed to teach that starts in literally 2 minutes. There are 5 people signed up, none are here.

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So there are these. #cat #cats

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The number of non-citizens on Social Security is 0. The cost of printing out this stupid Executive Order is greater than the money received by non-citizens on Social Security—which again is $0. He's distracting his MAGA base to steal $800B in Medicaid & give billionaires trillions in tax cuts.

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Wow, YouTube. You thought THIS was a good thumbnail of my video to use?

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If you are gutting healthcare and food assistance for millions of Americans, you are absolutely not “pro life.”

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In an attempt to make “5 Little Ducks” more inclusive to all family configurations, this time I’m having Big Duck call the Little ducks back instead of mama duck. Big Duck could be any grownup or even older sibling in a little kid’s life.

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The poor choices continue-I cut my own bangs. Of course shorter than I intended. I guess I’ll just pretend I’m Audrey Hepburn for a while.

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Dammit I read the comments on an article. I know so much better than to read the comments.

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The states proposing anti-book ban legislation so far in 2025. If you live in any of them, write and/or call in support. bookriot.com/anti-book-ba...

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“Didn’t you hear me?” Dog shrieked. “You’ll have to take a bath! With soap!” From one of my favorite PB manuscripts. It would be a hoot to see illustrated. #PBParty

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Statement by authors and illustrators of books in Supreme Court case Mahmoud v. Taylor pen.org/mahmoud-v-ta...

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Among the states are South Carolina (yes, a reversal of their current school book ban legislation!), Rhode Island, Arkansas, Tennessee, and many more. If you have been calling when you're opposing a bill, here's an opportunity to call in support.

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Guess who's on Bluesky?! The nerds at Denverite! bsky.app/profile/denv...

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Less than 3 weeks til Last Chance Academy: A Study in Secrets is here! I can't wait for readers to meet Meg Mizuno as she tries to win a secret treasure hunt at her new mysterious boarding school - and yes, she'll be navigating friendships (& there may be crushes involved)! Pre-order for goodies!

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Just over here buying/pre-ordering my friends’ books. You should buy them too. SCAMP by Anden Wilder, SQUID IN PANTS by @kazwindness.bsky.social and THE MANY MISFORTUNES OF EUGENIA WANG by @zombicatures.bsky.social! CAN’T WAIT TO READ THEM ALL.

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I’m a freckled redhead with mental illness. I’m definitely part of the problem.

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I’m subbing Spanish (yes humble brag I’m bilingual) storytime this afternoon so I’m excited to share this gem by Colorado author @denisevegabooks.bsky.social and Erika Rodriguez Medina!

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The drum I've been pounding for four+ years now. But people think it is the answer because it makes THEM feel good and like they're doing something when, in fact, it's not them doing anything that helps anyone but themselves. Show the fuck up. Get on the phone. Asses in seats. It's uncomfortable.

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Love love love my new stickers from Sprinkles Studios. I’m sharing the “Storytime is my cardio” ones with my coworkers, obvi. Jess and her business are well worth supporting, librarians and library/book fans. She’s a former librarian and disabled, neurodiverse creator. Bearcubbookden.com.

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We've got some marching orders, no pun intended. No one can do everything, but each of us can—and must—do something. No excuses.

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This is where we are now: An elementary school at Fort Campbell has removed all books from its library that so much as allude to slavery or the civil rights movement. The wholesale erasure of history in real time.

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Super grateful to Angela M Isaacs (who I don’t think is on Bluesky?) for these sticky note pb dummy layouts. Makes it so easy to move things around, combine them, cut, etc.

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okay, okay, okay... i wrote and drew a graphic novel for kids about a butch fifth grade girl who wants to contact her favorite comedian, makes new friends, and learns how to be herself in the midst of bullies and fear. it's called THE REAL RILEY MAYES. bookshop.org/p/books/the-...

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At my day job, I work in a public library. If I had a nickel every time I watched an adult refuse to allow a kid to borrow a graphic novel (sometimes by physically removing it from their hands), I would not need a day job. It breaks my heart every time. Just let kids read. Whatever they want.

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Finally got my hands on the 2nd Bitsy Bat book by @kazwindness.bsky.social! It’s equally as wonderful as the first, with an important message and amazing representation.

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BUY THEM. Not only is @heykellyjensen.bsky.social doing amazing work that deserves support, her books are amazing too.

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A little song I’m singing today… 🎶 I don’t want to leave the house today. But I have to, but I have to…🎶

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NO. Reading is reading is reading is good. Let kids read what they want.

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Maybe I should have prefaced with spoiler alert ?

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Wow, if you’re not a football person and/or not American, today’s NYT puzzles are gonna be hard. Way to lean in to the day?

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Did someone say SuperbOwl? Enzo and Bitsy know all about teamwork and want to wish you a fun, festive, and safe day cheering on your favorite teams. Check out "Bitsy Bat, Team Star" at your library or favorite bookstore. #bitsybat #kidsbooks #autismacceptance

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Here’s my cutie capybara and his best buddies!

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More State Bills Targeting Books and Libraries: buttondown.com/wellsourced/...

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HELP PROTECT SCHOOL LIBRARIES in CO from EXTREMISTS & SIGN THIS LETTER. It's ONE easy way YOU can show lawmakers that CO is PAYING ATTENTION. Also PROTECTS staff from retaliation. Extremist school boards will be clearly breaking CO law if this passes and they do not comply. https://buff.ly/42HgtAd

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