Kathleen Hughes Author Archive

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

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Share Your Library Joy Story

Inspired by Mychal Threets and his message of library joy, PLA is looking for YOUR stories of joy from the library for a special podcast episode!

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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

Queer* Query LGBTQIA+ Health Resources in the Library

New Podcast Episode – The Role of Libraries in Navigating an AI-Empowered Future

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Barbara Bush Foundation Joins PLA and AT&T in Promoting Digital Literacy for Adult Learners

Free People Read Freely Tote Bags Available

Libraries as Beacons of Support: Empowering Communities During Mental Health Awareness Month

2024 Feature Article Award Winners Announced

FYI Podcast Episode: Brooklyn Public Library – Library Card Access Study

Advancing Equity in Black Birthing Health: Leveraging NNLM Resources and Public Library Partnerships

Dr. Brandy McNeil Named PLA 2025-2026 President

New FYI Podcast Episode: Navigating PLA 2024 Conference – Tips for Small and Rural Library Workers

Exploring Complementary and Integrative Health Approaches and Resources

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We are All Part of the Magic: Insights From Disney Leadership Experts

New FYI Podcast Episode: Unlocking Student Loan Forgiveness with Kyra Hahn

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It’s International Love Data Week 2024

Public Libraries as Public Health Messengers

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Helping Your Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses: ALA presents to U.S. Conference of Mayors

New FYI Episode: Read Romance — Fight Patriarchy

ALA Seeks E-rate Funding for Wi-Fi Hotspot Lending

Period Poverty Resources at the Library

FYI Podcast – Black History Month Programming Study

Knowing the Health Consumer