Facts matter, especially to a professional librarian who is trained to separate opinion and perception from facts. In the last two months, the city of Santa Maria Public Library has received a multitude of attention for requiring the Friends of the Santa Maria Public Library to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) defining the roles […]
MARY HOUSEL
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Celebrate the freedom to read
Enjoy a week honoring an important First Amendment right and cornerstone of our democracy
Every year in late September, librarians celebrate Banned Books Week. It is a time to recognize the power that words, ideas, and illustrations in books can have to change lives and perspectives, and make some people and groups uncomfortable. This year, Banned Books Week falls between Sept. 30 and Oct. 6. Library and bookstore visitors […]