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Check out this interview from The Kokomo Post discussing the upcoming #INFREADOM event with @johngreen: facebook.com/share/v/1B7KuzR…
It's not too late to purchase your ticket! #JoinTheMovement
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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. class900indy.com/post/indian… – at Indianapolis, IN
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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.
ALT Black-and-white photo of a woman smiling, dressed in a 1920s style outfit with a cloche hat and a pearl necklace.
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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: indypl.org/locations
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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: bit.ly/JoinINFreadom #INFREADOM #JoinTheMovement
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ALERT: Due to weather, all Indianapolis Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, January 6, 2025.
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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. indyencyclopedia.org/hose-co…
ALT Hose Company 9, Robert Braxton, James Graves, Thomas Howard, and Thomas Smith, ca. 1870s stand in front of their large wheeled hose roller. Image source: Indianapolis Public Library
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Join us for a conversation with John Green regarding his battle with censorship in Indiana and other states where he has filed suit. The event will take place on Monday, June 30th from 6:30 - 7:30PM EST. Click the link below to learn more and purchase your ticket(s)/Sponsorship.
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Tomlinson Hall was a vital public meeting site in Indianapolis. Over its 72 years of existence, the building was used for festivals & events, political and labor rallies, storage, & even shelter for the homeless. Sadly, Tomlinson Hall burned down in 1958. indyencyclopedia.org/tomlins…
ALT Exterior and Interior of Tomlinson Hall Image source: Indiana Historical Society
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Did you know you can donate to the Encyclopedia of Indianapolis? Want to play a part in keeping Indy Encyclopedia going? Donate today through the Indianapolis Public Library Foundation: indyencyclopedia.org/donate/
ALT Giving Tuesday Encyclopedia of Indianapolis
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Are you passionate about defending freedom of information and have a talent for graphic design? If so, we encourage you to be a part of our 2024 #INFREADOM Bookmark Design Contest.
Email us your bookmark/logo design by Sunday, November 24 at info at infreadomtoread.org.
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In honor of Halloween, check out this 1983 interview with the one and only Bob Carter, aka Sammy Terry!
youtu.be/wwNpexZ6XLs?si=ZYzI…
Source: Official Sammy Terry YouTube Channel
Read more:
indyencyclopedia.org/robert-…
"Pleasant Nightmares"
ALT Sammy Terry, as portrayed by Bob Carter holding a skull, aka Skully. Image source: Indy Star
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“Normally, we’re encouraged to show our commitment to free expression by reading a banned book. That’s fine, but this year we should do more.”
John Krull tells his story and asks more of us in this piece from TheStatehouseFile.com: bit.ly/KrullBooksStory #INFREADOM
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According to a recent survey from EveryLibrary and Book Riot, results showed that the vast majority of parents trust librarians and don’t think book banning is appropriate. Learn more about this 2024 study: bit.ly/USOpposeBookBans #INFREADOM
Michael Williams retweeted
Free states don't ban books.
Free states don't ban books.
Free states don't ban books.
Free states don't ban books.
Free states don't ban books.
Free states don't ban books.
Free states don't ban books.
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Have you subscribed to #JoinTheMovement with Indiana FREADOM to Read? If not, sign-up today to ensure you are getting our newsletter and other timely updates: bit.ly/JoinINFreadom. #INFREADOM
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A coalition of groups led by the Louisiana Citizens Against Censorship and Louisiana Association of School Librarians defeated 7 of 9 anti-library bills in the last legislative session. Here’s how: bit.ly/LACoalitionAntiLib #INFREADOM
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National Voter Registration Day is a month away! Confirm that you are registered to vote before September 17th by visiting bit.ly/4f5deGt. To register, visit bit.ly/468DDyZ.
#VoteReady #INFREADOM
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Have you subscribed to #JoinTheMovement with Indiana FREADOM to Read? If not, sign-up today to ensure you are getting our newsletter and other timely updates: bit.ly/JoinINFreadom. #INFREADOM