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Putting Seniors at the Center
July 22, 2015
By Maura Marx Acting Director, IMLS Nearly 10,000 people turn 65 every day in America. At the 2015 Conference on Aging at the White House last week, President Obama highlighted the contributions and the challenges of an aging American population.
Remembering World War One: A Community Centered Approach to Commemoration
July 21, 2015
By Christine Pittsley Project Manager “Remembering World War One: Sharing History/Preserving Memories” Connecticut State Library
Quick Ideas for Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the ADA this July
July 17, 2015
Ed. Note: This blog was originally posted by the WI Libraries for Everyone blog. To view the original post, click here.
Let’s Move! Gardens are Buzzing with Pollinators
July 9, 2015
By Sarah Beck Program Manager, American Public Gardens Association Through the Million Pollinator Garden Challenge and Let’s Move! Museums & Gardens initiatives, public gardens move millions of individuals, kids, and families outdoors and make a connection between pollinators and the healthy food people eat.
Your Guide to Participating in the 2015 White House Conference on Aging
July 8, 2015
Ed. Note: This blog was originally posted by the White House Conference on Aging blog. To view the original post, click here. The White House Conference on Aging will be from 10 AM to 5 PM Eastern time. We encourage libraries and museums to host and register a watch party to participate in this important event.
Celebrating Citizenship at Museums and Libraries
July 7, 2015
By Teri DeVoe Library Program Officer, IMLS
Get Dirty and Let’s Move!
July 7, 2015
Ed. Note: This blog was originally posted by the Association of Nature Center Administrators. To view the original post, click here.
Leveraging Local Partnerships to Support Immigrant Integration
July 1, 2015
July 1, 2015
Meeting Community Needs: A Veteran’s Success Story
June 25, 2015
June 25, 2015
Los Angeles Public Library: Where Dreams Come True
June 25, 2015
June 25, 2015 The Los Angeles Public Library was one of 10 winners of the 2015 National Medal for Museum and Library Service, the nation’s highest honor for libraries and museums that are serving their communities in exceptional ways. Community member Sergio Sanchez traveled with City Librarian John Szabo to Washington D.C., this past May to accept the award.