# libraries (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 597 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover libraries. Page: Feed: --- ## [Semester Study Abroad in English Speaking Locations Info Session](https://www.princeton.edu/events/2026/semester-study-abroad-english-speaking-locations-info-session) _2026-09-30 · Princeton University · Princeton University Featured Events_ Learn more about undergraduate semester study abroad opportunities in English- speaking locations (Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, United Kingdom, South Africa, Singapore, Hong Kong, India, Denmark, Sweden, and Switzerland)! Study abroad advisers will go through the various programs, as well as other factors such as financial aid, timing, and other planning considerations. Open to all years and… ## [Pace Center Summer Internships Drop-in](https://www.princeton.edu/events/2026/pace-center-summer-internships-drop-0) _2026-09-30 · Princeton University · Princeton University Featured Events_ Meet Pace Center staff to learn about all the summer service internship opportunities available to you! ## [Geospatial Analysis with ArcGIS Online](https://www.princeton.edu/events/2026/geospatial-analysis-arcgis-online) _2026-09-30 · Princeton University · Princeton University Featured Events_ Everyone at Princeton can use ArcGIS Online (AGOL) software as a service available at https://pumagic.maps.arcgis.com. Esri hosts this site to allow users to post data, web maps, web applications and Story Maps on-line. The AGOL Map Viewer now supports many geospatial analyses, so research can be done directly in a browser. Students will use browsers on the classroom’s Windows computers to learn… ## [Open Studio](https://www.princeton.edu/events/2026/open-studio-115) _2026-09-30 · Princeton University · Princeton University Featured Events_ Open Studio Hours We provide the materials, you bring the creativity! Drop in for arts activities rooted in discovery and inspired by works from the Museum’s collections and special exhibitions. ## [Study Abroad in Hong Kong](https://www.princeton.edu/events/2026/study-abroad-hong-kong) _2026-09-30 · Princeton University · Princeton University Featured Events_ Join the Office of International Programs to learn about semester study abroad opportunities in Hong Kong. ## [Crafternoon at the Commons: Bag Charm](https://www.princeton.edu/events/2026/crafternoon-commons-bag-charm) _2026-09-30 · Princeton University · Princeton University Featured Events_ Crafternoons are designed to give you a short break to kick off your week and make something with your hands. Our workshops are low-stakes with easy-to-learn crafts designed to give you a fun finished product. During this workshop you’ll craft cute and whimsical bag charms out of a variety of materials. Maybe you'll create something inspired by a bag charm you've seen or maybe you'll feel inspired… ## [Jenny’s Worlds: Asian Lives and the Archives of American Empire, Nadine Attewell](https://www.princeton.edu/events/2026/jennys-worlds-asian-lives-and-archives-american-empire-nadine-attewell) _2026-09-29 · Princeton University · Princeton University Featured Events_ In November 1969, American serviceman Jerry Harlowe spent seven days on rest and recreation leave in Hong Kong, where he took numerous photographs of a “Hong Kong prostitute” named “Jenny.” While Harlowe’s archive bears witness to the possibilities of US empire for masculine pleasure, his photographs of Jenny show a self-assured young woman with style to burn. They also testify to the political… ## [Field Hockey vs Maryland](https://www.princeton.edu/events/2026/field-hockey-vs-maryland) _2026-09-29 · Princeton University · Princeton University Featured Events_ Field Hockey vs Maryland ## [Getting Published with IEEE](https://www.princeton.edu/events/2026/getting-published-ieee-0) _2026-09-29 · Princeton University · Princeton University Featured Events_ In this customized author workshop, you will learn how to get published with the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) to increase the visibility and credibility of your research. We will share tips on how to organize and structure a high-quality paper, select an appropriate IEEE periodical or conference, get assistance from the IEEE Author Center, submit your manuscript, and… ## [Finding the Best Location using ArcGIS Pro](https://www.princeton.edu/events/2026/finding-best-location-using-arcgis-pro) _2026-09-29 · Princeton University · Princeton University Featured Events_ GIS software allows the user to treat the Earth’s surface as a continuous array of numbers. Images and raster datasets can be used to rank suitable locations, estimate change, and display phenomena such as elevation, precipitation, or temperature. The session uses percent impervious surface, distance from streams, and slope to assign each parameter a scale from 1 to 9, and weight the relative… ## [AI QA that opens fix PRs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/R1TvYvxkYFkZ) _2026-09-29 · **Sponsored**_ Run a browser QA from plain-English instructions; get GitHub issues and optional fix PRs. ## [Open Studio](https://www.princeton.edu/events/2026/open-studio-114) _2026-09-29 · Princeton University · Princeton University Featured Events_ Open Studio Hours We provide the materials, you bring the creativity! Drop in for arts activities rooted in discovery and inspired by works from the Museum’s collections and special exhibitions. ## [Guided tour: The Art of Japanese Publishing](https://www.princeton.edu/events/2026/guided-tour-art-japanese-publishing-0) _2026-09-29 · Princeton University · Princeton University Featured Events_ A 30-minute guided tour of the latest exhibition in the Milberg Gallery in Firestone Library at Princeton University. Tours meet in the lobby of Firestone Library. The advent of commercial publishing in 17th-century Japan completely revolutionized the Japanese art tradition. For the first time, art was not exclusively created for the upper classes who could afford to commission it for private use.… ## [Tour of Marquand Library](https://www.princeton.edu/events/2026/tour-marquand-library-3) _2026-09-28 · Princeton University · Princeton University Featured Events_ Marquand Library, founded in the 1908, is one of the finest art libraries in North America. Marquand re-opened within the new Art Museum complex after an almost five-year hiatus in January 2026. Tours of the five-floor non-circulating library will be led by Rebecca Friedman, Art Librarian for Research Services, who has worked at Marquand since 2007. Be our guest where you'll learn more about the… ## [Book Talk: The Everywhere Millionaire - Who Is Really Rich in America and How They Got There](https://www.princeton.edu/events/2026/book-talk-everywhere-millionaire-who-really-rich-america-and-how-they-got-there) _2026-09-28 · Princeton University · Princeton University Featured Events_ "The Everywhere Millionaire: Who Is Really Rich in America and How They Got There" by Owen Zidar and Eric Zwick, offers a groundbreaking portrait of the hidden fortunes of Main Street business owners—ordinary Americans who built extraordinary wealth and are quietly rewriting the rules of money and power. Drawing on unprecedented data from a decade of research and vivid real-life stories of… ## [Civic Leadership Council (Pace) Weekly Meeting](https://www.princeton.edu/events/2026/civic-leadership-council-pace-weekly-meeting-2) _2026-09-28 · Princeton University · Princeton University Featured Events_ Weekly meeting for the Civic Leadership Council (Pace Center) ## [🪙 Finance Committee (Fincom) 8-19-26 AI Recap](https://www.readingrecap.com/2026/08/22/finance-committee-fincom-8-19-26-ai-recap/) _2026-08-22 · Reading Recap_ The Reading Finance Committee discussed a proposed $6.5 million operating override and a new free cash usage policy. ## [🗳️ In-Person Early Voting for 2026 State Primary Starts Today](https://www.readingrecap.com/2026/08/22/in-person-early-voting-for-2026-state-primary-starts-today/) _2026-08-22 · Reading Recap_ Reading Recap has launched an interactive tool to help Reading voters for the upcoming September 1 primary ## [🧼 Car Wash Fundraiser to Support RMHS Varsity Cheerleading Today at Harrows](https://www.readingrecap.com/2026/08/22/car-wash-fundraiser-to-support-rmhs-varsity-cheerleading-today-at-harrows/) _2026-08-22 · Reading Recap_ The Reading Memorial High School varsity cheerleading team is hosting a car wash fundraiser today at Harrows. ## [22aug26](https://warrenellis.ltd/status/22aug26/) _2026-08-22 · Warren Ellis · WARREN ELLIS LTD_ Offline day: finishing up in the office and then out for lunch, shopping and then a gig. We’ve learned to crave feeds that impose a… ## [22aug26](https://warrenellis.ltd/status/22aug26/) _2026-08-22 · Warren Ellis · WARREN ELLIS LTD_ Offline day: finishing up in the office and then out for lunch, shopping and then a gig. We’ve learned to crave feeds that impose a… ## [Anthony Ettinger on LinkedIn (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/OBEoXhXAv3QM) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Public LinkedIn profile at linkedin.com/in/anthonyettinger. ## [💰 FY28 Override Forum 8-18-26 AI Recap](https://www.readingrecap.com/2026/08/21/fy28-override-forum-8-18-26-ai-recap-copy/) _2026-08-21 · Reading Recap_ Reading officials presented a proposed $6.5 million FY28 tax override during an August 18th public forum. ## [Super readers](https://rhollick.wordpress.com/2026/08/21/super-readers/) _2026-08-21 · rhollick · Making Book_ In April LitHub brought us a study of super readers, defined for the purposes of this piece as people who finish a hundred or more books in a year. I wonder if such marathon activity is worthwhile: if you’re reading at least two books a week, are you taking much benefit on board? After all, \[…\] ## [Report: “Alabama Public Library Service Staff, Board at Odds Over New Compliance Employee”](https://www.infodocket.com/2026/08/21/report-alabama-public-library-service-staff-board-at-odds-over-new-compliance-employee/) _2026-08-21 · Gary Price · Library Journal infoDOCKET_ From Alabama Reflector: Alabama Public Library Service staff Thursday advised members of the APLS board to not fill a position created to assist libraries with compliance with controversial administrative code changes over the last two years. Pennie Broussard, who works in the human resources department for APLS, told the Board she advised rescinding the posting \[…\] The post Report: “Alabama… ## [21aug26](https://warrenellis.ltd/status/21aug26/) _2026-08-21 · Warren Ellis · WARREN ELLIS LTD_ Millions of people finish short video after short video every day; a new brain-scan study shows that the very act of finishing a clip they… ## [21aug26](https://warrenellis.ltd/status/21aug26/) _2026-08-21 · Warren Ellis · WARREN ELLIS LTD_ Millions of people finish short video after short video every day; a new brain-scan study shows that the very act of finishing a clip they… ## [🚀𝗙𝗨𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘-𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗢𝗙 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗟𝗜𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗔𝗜! 🤖📚](https://web.nlp.gov.ph/%f0%9f%9a%80%f0%9d%97%99%f0%9d%97%a8%f0%9d%97%a7%f0%9d%97%a8%f0%9d%97%a5%f0%9d%97%98-%f0%9d%97%a3%f0%9d%97%a5%f0%9d%97%a2%f0%9d%97%a2%f0%9d%97%99-%f0%9d%97%ac%f0%9d%97%a2%f0%9d%97%a8%f0%9d%97%a5/) _2026-08-21 · Melai · National Library of the Philippines_ Are you ready to discover how Artificial Intelligence can transform the way we approach library cataloging? 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗜-𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 — a Zoom learning session designed to introduce librarians and information professionals to the possibilities of using AI, NotebookLM, and MARC 21 to accelerate bibliographic work while keeping… ## [Redefining the Role of Google Apps Script in the Era of Generative AI](https://tanaikech.github.io/2026/08/21/redefining-the-role-of-google-apps-script-in-the-era-of-generative-ai/) _2026-08-21 · tanaike - Google Apps Script, Gemini API, and Developer Tips_ Gists Abstract Generative AI and autonomous agents do not obsolete Google Apps Script (GAS); they elevate it into an indispensable deterministic execution substrate. This article establishes an enterprise hybrid architecture dividing responsibilities between AI's probabilistic reasoning (the brain) and GAS's secure, zero-cost, event-driven execution (the nervous system). Through 12 production use… ## [PM in the News: “Odd bedfellows: Progressive critics join Democratic, Republican party bosses to oppose election reform ballot question”](https://www.progressivemass.com/pm-in-the-news-odd-bedfellows-progressive-critics-join-democratic-republican-party-bosses-to-oppose-election-reform-ballot-question/) _2026-08-21 · Jonathan Cohn · Progressive Mass_ Chris Lisinski, “Odd bedfellows: Progressive critics join Democratic, Republican party bosses to oppose election reform ballot question,” CommonWealth Beacon, August 20, 2026. “It’s not that our current system is good. \[…\] ## [PM in the News: “Massachusetts primary offers late-game litmus test for Democrats”](https://www.progressivemass.com/pm-in-the-news-massachusetts-primary-offers-late-game-litmus-test-for-democrats/) _2026-08-21 · Jonathan Cohn · Progressive Mass_ Erik Ueblelacker, “Massachusetts primary offers late-game litmus test for Democrats,” Courthouse News Service, August 18, 2026. Koh’s endorsements — Biden, Kamala Harris, Pete Buttigieg — reflect his vast connections. He’s \[…\] ## [Labour wins Leen Valley by-election](https://www.mynottinghamnews.co.uk/labour-wins-leen-valley-by-election/) _2026-08-21 · Media Team 6 · My Nottingham News_ Abbas Hussain has been elected as the councillor for the Leen Valley ward following yesterday’s Nottingham City Council by-election. The full result is as follows: Abbas Hussain (Labour Party) – 689 votes Parveen Begum (Nottingham People’s Alliance) – 523 Stuart Frost (Reform UK) – 410 Hugh McGuiness (Green Party) – 378 Gail Stancliffe (Conservative Party) \[…\] ## [Sync bookmarks across every browser (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/KrXILCotymgL) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Two-way sync across Chrome, Firefox and Safari; built-in ad and tracker blocker. ## [The only way to travel.](https://culturaloffering.tumblr.com/post/825516655690039296) _2026-08-21 · Cultural Offering_ The only way to travel. I used to say "the cell service is really spotty." I don't know that you can get away with that anymore. ## [𝗙𝗨𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗕𝗨𝗜𝗟𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗦𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝟰](https://web.nlp.gov.ph/%f0%9d%97%99%f0%9d%97%a8%f0%9d%97%a7%f0%9d%97%a8%f0%9d%97%a5%f0%9d%97%98-%f0%9d%97%95%f0%9d%97%a8%f0%9d%97%9c%f0%9d%97%9f%f0%9d%97%97%f0%9d%97%98%f0%9d%97%a5%f0%9d%97%a6-%f0%9d%97%a6%f0%9d%97%98/) _2026-08-21 · Melai · National Library of the Philippines_ Ever wondered what it’s like to be an archivist? 👀📚 Not all heroes wear capes—some preserve stories, protect priceless documents, and make sure important information doesn’t get lost. ✨ Join us for Future Builders Session 4 at #NationalLibraryPH and meet Mr. Eruel Olvina, Archivist I at the National Library of the Philippines. Through our “Keeping \[…\] ## [𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗢𝗬 𝗔𝗤𝗨𝗜𝗡𝗢 𝗗𝗔𝗬](https://web.nlp.gov.ph/%f0%9d%97%a1%f0%9d%97%9c%f0%9d%97%a1%f0%9d%97%a2%f0%9d%97%ac-%f0%9d%97%94%f0%9d%97%a4%f0%9d%97%a8%f0%9d%97%9c%f0%9d%97%a1%f0%9d%97%a2-%f0%9d%97%97%f0%9d%97%94%f0%9d%97%ac/) _2026-08-20 · Melai · National Library of the Philippines_ Nakiisa ang Pambansang Aklatan ng Pilipinas sa buong bansa sa paggunita sa ika-42 anibersaryo ng pagpanaw ng dating Senador Benigno “Ninoy” S. Aquino Jr. Para sa mga nais magbasa at magsaliksik hinggil sa kanyang talambuhay, maaari itong matunghayan sa pamamagitan ng electronic resources ng Pambansang Aklatan ng Pilipinas, na inyong makikita sa link na ito: \[…\] ## [🐨 Killam School Building Committee 8-17-26 AI Recap](https://www.readingrecap.com/2026/08/20/killam-school-building-committee-8-17-26-ai-recap/) _2026-08-20 · Reading Recap_ Readings Killam School Building Committee discussed construction updates and bid savings on August 17th with a groundbreaking for September 18th. ## [Preparing for the 2026 Super El Niño](https://slvpost.com/preparing-for-the-2026-super-el-nino/) _2026-08-20 · Mary Andersen · San Lorenzo Valley Post_ By Mary Andersen Residents of the Santa Cruz Mountains are no strangers to the power of nature, but the latest declarations from federal meteorologists suggest weather of historic proportions may be on the horizon. On August 13, 2026, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) National Weather Service announced that, “El Niño is strengthening, with a greater than 90% chance… The… ## [🍂 Fall Happenings at the Reading Public Library](https://www.readingrecap.com/2026/08/20/fall-happenings-at-the-reading-public-library/) _2026-08-20 · Reading Recap_ The Reading Public Library announces its fall schedule featuring community swaps and all-ages events. ## [Obituary: Robert “Bob” Frederick Brown, 96](http://thereadingpost.com/2026/08/20/obituary-robert-bob-frederick-brown-96/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=obituary-robert-bob-frederick-brown-96) _2026-08-20 · Editor · The Reading Post_ September 7, 1929 – August 16, 2026 Robert “Bob” Frederick Brown, a Korean War Vetran and lifelong resident of Reading, passed away on August 16, 2026, at the age of \[…\] The post Obituary: Robert “Bob” Frederick Brown, 96 appeared first on The Reading Post . ## [Obituary: Florence Grace Rummel, 98](http://thereadingpost.com/2026/08/20/obituary-florence-grace-rummel-98/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=obituary-florence-grace-rummel-98) _2026-08-20 · Editor · The Reading Post_ Feb 10, 1928 — Apr 5, 2026 Florence G (Williams) Rummel passed away peacefully on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, with her three sons by her side. Born February 10, \[…\] The post Obituary: Florence Grace Rummel, 98 appeared first on The Reading Post . ## [Obituary: Savio Mirabella, 86](http://thereadingpost.com/2026/08/20/obituary-savio-mirabella-86/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=obituary-savio-mirabella-86) _2026-08-20 · Editor · The Reading Post_ Aug 1, 1940 — Aug 15, 2026 Savio Mirabella, 86, of Reading, formerly of East Boston, passed away peacefully on August 15th, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August \[…\] The post Obituary: Savio Mirabella, 86 appeared first on The Reading Post . ## [Reading Public Library Announces Full Schedule of Fall Programs](http://thereadingpost.com/2026/08/20/reading-public-library-announces-full-schedule-of-fall-programs/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=reading-public-library-announces-full-schedule-of-fall-programs) _2026-08-20 · Editor · The Reading Post_ Community, sustainability, trivia, crafts, swaps and seasonal fun highlight programs beginning September 1 Reading Public Library (RPL), Reading, MA— The Library has a full schedule of fall programs, with a \[…\] The post Reading Public Library Announces Full Schedule of Fall Programs appeared first on The Reading Post . ## [RCTV Studios Celebrates a Successful Debut Movie Night on the Common](http://thereadingpost.com/2026/08/20/rctv-studios-celebrates-a-successful-debut-movie-night-on-the-common/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rctv-studios-celebrates-a-successful-debut-movie-night-on-the-common) _2026-08-20 · Editor · The Reading Post_ READING, MA — Let us explain. No, there is too much. Let us sum up. RCTV Studios’ Debut Movie on the Common was a huge success! On Thursday evening, August \[…\] The post RCTV Studios Celebrates a Successful Debut Movie Night on the Common appeared first on The Reading Post . ## [Reading Police Log August 14 – August 16 2026](http://thereadingpost.com/2026/08/20/reading-police-log-august-14-august-16-2026/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=reading-police-log-august-14-august-16-2026) _2026-08-20 · Editor · The Reading Post_ Reading MA – Excerpts from the Reading Police and Fire log: Friday, August 14, 2026 Saturday, August 15, 2026 Sunday, August 16, 2026 The post Reading Police Log August 14 – August 16 2026 appeared first on The Reading Post . ## [Reading Police Log August 12 – August 13 2026](http://thereadingpost.com/2026/08/20/reading-police-log-august-12-august-13-2026/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=reading-police-log-august-12-august-13-2026) _2026-08-20 · Editor · The Reading Post_ Reading MA – Excerpts from the Reading Police and Fire log: Wednesday August 12 2026 \*\* POLICE LOG SUMMARY \*\*Thursday, August 12, 2026 FOR THU 08/13/26 The post Reading Police Log August 12 – August 13 2026 appeared first on The Reading Post . ## [Reading Police Log August 10 – August 11, 2026](http://thereadingpost.com/2026/08/20/reading-police-log-august-10-august-11-2026/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=reading-police-log-august-10-august-11-2026) _2026-08-20 · Editor · The Reading Post_ Reading, MA – Excerpts from the Reading Police and Fire log: Monday, August 10, 2026 Tuesday, August 11, 2026 The post Reading Police Log August 10 – August 11, 2026 appeared first on The Reading Post . ## [The Law Passed. Now What? Why the Rulemaking Stage Matters Just as Much](http://www.freedomtoreadproject.org/the_law_passed_now_what_why_the_rulemaking_stage_matters_just_as_much) _2026-08-20 · Arielle Haughee · Keeping Up and Checking In - Freedom to Read Project_ When a bill is signed into law, it is tempting to think the work is finished. Supporters celebrate, opponents regroup, and headlines move on to the next legislative fight. But for parents, educators, librarians, and community members concerned about the freedom to read, the passage of a law is often only the beginning. ## [Falcon Safety Platen Press](https://rhollick.wordpress.com/2026/08/20/falcon-safety-platen-press/) _2026-08-20 · rhollick · Making Book_ The Border Telegraph tells us that the Falcon Platen Press at Robert Smail’s Printing Works in Innerleithen has been restored to working order. This means that all six presses at Smail’s are once again up and running. Innerleithen is a small town on the Tweed about 30 miles south of Edinburgh. Smail’s Falcon, which has \[…\] ## [20aug26](https://warrenellis.ltd/status/20aug26/) _2026-08-20 · Warren Ellis · WARREN ELLIS LTD_ Did you ever think about the number of films you don’t get to see because you’re self-harming your own brain cells with aggressively mid streaming… ## [20aug26](https://warrenellis.ltd/status/20aug26/) _2026-08-20 · Warren Ellis · WARREN ELLIS LTD_ Did you ever think about the number of films you don’t get to see because you’re self-harming your own brain cells with aggressively mid streaming… ## [Washington: King County Library (KCLS) System Debuts North America’s Largest Materials Sorter Hub in Renton](https://www.infodocket.com/2026/08/20/washington-king-county-library-system-debuts-north-americas-largest-materials-sorter-hub-in-renton/) _2026-08-20 · Gary Price · Library Journal infoDOCKET_ From KOMO News: The King County Library System (KCLS) has opened a new central materials sorting facility in Renton, featuring what is believed to be the largest library materials sorting system in North America, an upgrade designed to speed delivery of books and other materials to library users across King County, officials said. \[Clip\] The \[…\] The post Washington: King County Library (KCLS)… ## [“Relying on public funds also distorts the mission of many nonprofits. Religious organizations, for instance, whose goals are to help kids in foster care or adults with drug rehabilitation, have been effectively neutered by their reliance on public funds to the point that they often function no differently from other government contractors.”](https://culturaloffering.tumblr.com/post/825462931722584064) _2026-08-20 · Cultural Offering_ A good move . I am all for non-profit charities funded by the donors. I am highly skeptical of non-profit charities funded by taxpayers.