Michael Williams

Librarian, Lifelong Indianapolis, Indiana resident. Views expressed are my own. he, him, his

[Michael Williams @Lectriclib]

I was asked about life in library public service. Here’s what I said:
“For the 38 years I have worked in the library biz, I have learned something new, and met someone new every day. Hopefully I’ve helped someone each of those days too.” #NationalLibraryWeek

[Michael Williams @Lectriclib]

Neat reflection at the Chicago Botanic Garden

[IN Freadom to Read @INFREADOM]

Check out this interview from The Kokomo Post discussing the upcoming #INFREADOM event with @johngreen: https://t.co/RPjZ0adbgM

It's not too late to purchase your ticket! #JoinTheMovement

[Michael Williams @Lectriclib]

We must never forget.

[Auschwitz Memorial @AuschwitzMuseum]

18 June 1930 | Belgian Jewish girl Irma Andrie Jeannette Speelman was born in Wenduine. During the war she lived in The Hague.

She was deported to #Auschwitz in October 1942 and murdered in a gas chamber after the selection.

[Michael Williams @Lectriclib]

@TonyDungy Happy Anniversary!

[Michael Williams @Lectriclib]

Very sad for my colleagues at the Indiana State Library. https://t.co/kyAkyx4z28

[Michael Williams @Lectriclib]

Sad to see this news. https://t.co/uNHUiLuJMP Watching @indylibrary Central Library host those events was always a joyful experience.

[Michael Williams @Lectriclib]

Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden Fired by White House https://t.co/z0s4Bn20dl via @publisherswkly

[Ed Fujawa @edfujawa]

With the State Library celebrating its bicentennial, it seems a good time to reshare this post. When the present library was dedicated in 1934, a speaker described libraries as the "bulwarks of civilization,” a description which still applies today. https://t.co/t9G0brouj8

[Michael Williams @Lectriclib]

@wweisawesome123 Hello.

[Auschwitz Memorial @AuschwitzMuseum]

24 January 1903 | Dutch Jewish woman, Rebecca Vijevano, was born in Amsterdam.

She was deported to #Auschwitz from #Westerbork in September 1942. She did not survive.

[Indianapolis Public Library @indylibrary]

Due to HVAC issues, the East 38th Street Branch will be closed until further notice. Thank you for your patience. For other locations open near you, please visit: https://t.co/WbhrI5mRc4

[IN Freadom to Read @INFREADOM]

Indiana’s 2025 legislative session begins today. Are you subscribed to our newsletter yet? If not, sign-up today to ensure you receive timely updates: https://t.co/fx7dmr1N0y #INFREADOM #JoinTheMovement

[Indianapolis Public Library @indylibrary]

ALERT: Due to weather, all Indianapolis Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, January 6, 2025.

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[Michael Williams @Lectriclib]

My #TopNine2024 per the ‘gram. The #eclipse was truly magnificent. The new @indylibrary Glendale Branch occupies the center square.

[Michael Williams @Lectriclib]

We must never forget.

[Auschwitz Memorial @AuschwitzMuseum]

30 December 1886 | Jewish woman, Léa Idelson, was born in Haifa (then in Ottoman Empire). She lived in Paris.


She was deported to #Auschwitz from #Drancy on 3 February 1944. She was murdered in a gas chamber after arrival selection.

[Michael Williams @Lectriclib]

@LiterateIndy At least the statue survived. It now sits atop Central Library’s Ninth Street entrance.

[Michael Williams @Lectriclib]

@edfujawa So sad.

[Michael Williams @Lectriclib]

@indystar So sad.

[@IndyEncyclopedia @IndyEnc]

In 1876, IFD made history by hiring its first Black firefighters: Thomas Smith, Robert Braxton, James Graves, and Thomas Howard. These firefighters were crucial for the safety of Black neighborhoods, as many white firemen refused to work in those areas. https://t.co/lzBu2mKrJj