The Coalition of Alberta Public Libraries is raising significant concerns about Bill 28 and its proposed changes. CAP Libraries has written to Premier Smith and Minister Williams requesting a meeting to discuss a collaborative path forward. Learn more: https://t.co/0SmAR0KU1q.
This Freedom to Read Week, we’re joining organizations across Canada to champion intellectual freedom! 📚💡Protect your freedom to read by learning about challenged books and finding out how you can take action. Together, we can keep access to ideas open for everyone! Learn more: https://t.co/laeBXqPWUD
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via @LiveWireCalgary: "This year, @calgarylibrary is celebrating Freedom to Read Week through a new video campaign to promote intellectual freedom, and by highlighting books that have been demanded to be banned or banned elsewhere." https://t.co/E9w8tXjH4W
Friday at #OLASC: More Than Trolls - Libraries are experiencing online targeting and harassment on social media. It can feel like a scary topic – let’s be brave together! Learn about digital crisis mgmt and trends with @calgarylibrary. Thx @ONLibraryAssoc
Following the containment of a recent cybersecurity breach, Calgary Public Library has now concluded its investigation and is focusing on operational recovery as it moves toward restoring full services.
The Library’s Technology Team and existing cybersecurity partners engaged a Microsoft Incident Response team to support containment procedures and complete a thorough investigation. The findings of the investigation confirm that while servers were compromised, no business, employee or membership data was affected. The incident was identified as an attempted ransomware attack, which the Library’s monitoring systems successfully blocked.
For information on available services and the Library’s recovery, visit https://t.co/llBKnfgnMb.
Introducing Prototype: Skyview, Calgary Public Library’s “digital first” location!
Opening this week on Wednesday, October 9, Prototype: Skyview will fill some of the greatest needs we see in the community, including printing, access to computers and chrome books, and faxing services, all free with your Library card.
Find us in Sky Pointe Landing, Unit 1620, 6004 Country Hills Blvd NE, open seven days a week.
Visit our website at https://t.co/PMm4QJ20jL to learn more.
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Did you know that Library locations are designated cool down zones across the city? Beat the heat and enjoy our air conditioning whenever the weather gets intense. Find a location near you: https://t.co/2dD64JGCNV #CalgaryLibrary
Calgarian Carolyn Arrell is being celebrated for 50 years of volunteering at the @calgarylibrary. She first decided to volunteer for through the Calgary Public Library’s Homebound Readers program at age 33 in 1974. Read more. https://t.co/DEqVBI0G0K
Headed to Ohio for PLA next week? Say hi and consider checking out my session, The Library as Studio: Why Original Content Is Important for Libraries Today and Tomorrow. #PLA2024@ALA_PLA
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CEO Sarah Meilleur shared 5 banned books with @jyotigondek for #FreedomToReadWeek: "The Hips on the Drag Queen Go Swish, Swish, Swish," "All Boys Aren't Blue," "Graveyard Book," "Are You There God, It's Me Margaret," and "Handmaid’s Tale." Learn more: https://t.co/AlwSuivYN3
As 2023 comes to an end, let’s take a look at what was topping the shelves among the Calgary Public Library's adult readers this year. How many are on your #TBR list? 📚 https://t.co/7plfVAaXpE
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Happy 5th Birthday to the Central Library in East Village 🎉 Half a decade ago, we unveiled our stunning new Central Library, and over 50,000 people celebrated with us on that incredible day! Join in the festivities this week: https://t.co/6iUQ72h2lE
@LorenMcGinnis@pawsitivematch has lots of great dogs looking for fosters right now. Their foster program is amazing and allows you to find the perfect fit for your family.
Just released — OVERDUE: The Case for Canada’s Public Libraries is the product of three years of CUI’s engagement with Canada’s urban public libraries alongside @culc_cbuc.
Read the report at: https://t.co/BCqPFd8FIS
The Library is looking for an experienced communicator to join the Calgary Public Library for a great term position. Come work with me! @calgarylibrary https://t.co/5Ztnk3OcC1
Three years ago, @calgarylibrary went fine-free and removed the barrier for 130,000 people to use the library. Circulation is up and renewals increased by nearly 50%. "We were blocking the wrong people from accessing the library when they needed it most."
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Are you a digital communicator specializing in SEO, website management, and email marketing platforms? We're currently seeking a Digital Communications Officer to join our Marketing Department. Apply before July 28: https://t.co/4JccSje94m
Today, some of the books that shaped my life—and the lives of so many others—are being challenged by people who disagree with certain ideas or perspectives. And librarians are on the front lines, fighting every day to make the widest possible range of viewpoints, opinions, and ideas available to everyone.