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News for Pennsyslvania Libraries

Community-Centered Libraries Webinar Series, a Partnership Between the Free Library of Philadelphia and WebJunction

by | Apr 21, 2021 | Academic Libraries, Library News, Professional Development, Resources of Interest, Rural and Small Libraries

Like many libraries across the nation, the Free Library of Philadelphia is undergoing a paradigm shift. Their extensive collections offer boundless discoveries, but increasingly their focus is not only on what is housed within their walls and on their servers, but how...

Grant: Libraries Transforming Communities Focus on Small and Rural Libraries

by | Feb 10, 2021 | Children's Services, Grants and Other Funding Opportunities, Resources of Interest, rural, Rural and Small Libraries

The American Library Association (ALA) invites libraries in small and rural communities to apply for grant funding to help them address issues of concern in their communities.  Up to 650 U.S. libraries in small and rural communities will receive $3,000 each to tackle...

Berks County Public Libraries Launches Mobile Job Lab, Brings Technology and Job-Hunting Services to Underserved Areas

by | Nov 11, 2020 | Academic Libraries, Library News, Resources of Interest, Rural and Small Libraries

In an effort to better reach those seeking employment or navigating career transitions during the COVID-19 pandemic, Berks County Public Libraries will take to the road later this month with the launch of their Mobile Job Lab, bringing free workforce resources and...