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Literacy

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Former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama reading to students at the new Obama Presidential Center library.
Events

Obama Presidential Center library opens doors for students

Former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama brought a touch of magic to the new Obama Presidential Center public library on Friday, June 19, 2026.

Sophie Nguyen·June 20, 2026
Interior of a bustling independent bookstore with overflowing bookshelves, cozy reading nooks, and patrons browsing books.
Community

Independent Bookstores Thrive: Hundreds Open as Community Hubs Grow

In 2025, approximately 422 new independent bookshops opened across the country, marking a significant 31% increase from the previous year, according to theguardian .

Derek Molina·April 22, 2026
Diverse community members of all ages reading, learning, and connecting in a bright, modern public library, symbolizing investment in education and future.
Community

To Neglect Our Libraries Is to Neglect Our Future: A Case for Investment

Public libraries are not relics but essential infrastructure for education, community development, and digital equity. Increased investment in these institutions is a fundamental necessity for a thriving community.

Aaron Blake·April 1, 2026