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STLS

@sotierlibsys

Strengthening and supporting 48 libraries across the Southern Tier Library System.

 Painted Post, NY
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Joined November 2009
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📣 Good news for libraries! The House Appropriations Subcommittee just voted to continue federal library funding. Your voices made a difference—but the fight to #FundLibraries isn’t over yet. 💪📚 image credit @ALALibrary
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Urge the House of Representatives to fund libraries in next year’s budget. The Senate has already led the way, now it’s their turn. Send a prewritten message to your representative: bit.ly/RCLSfunding
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No child should go hungry during the summer. Free, nutritious meals are available for kids and teens 18 and under—no sign-up required at most locations! 📍Find a summer meal site near you: SummerMealsNY.org
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Some people can’t use a mouse. Design for those who tab, type or talk to navigate the web. #accessibility #ADA35
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Children who eat well during the summer remember more of what they learned in school and are better prepared when they go back in the fall. Free meals are available for kids and teens under 18 throughout New York this summer! 👉Find a site near you: SummerMealsNY.org
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📚"Libraries are the gateway for making books and other reading materials and programs available throughout our communities. Our region is incredibly fortunate to have an outstanding network of public libraries." 📚This week's column: odessafile.com/government-OM…
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🍓June is Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Month!🥦 Did you know that pregnant & postpartum women & children under 5 can get fruits & veggies with WIC? WIC helps you make your plate a colorful & healthy one🥗 👉Chat with Wanda today to see if you may be eligible: WICHelpNY.org
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Join us on June 4 for a free webinar, "Resources and strategies to protect older adults from fraud and scams." ➡️ Register now and get it on your calendar! oc.lc/44Wgt07 webjunction.org/events/webju…
Resources and strategies to protect older adults from frauds and scams

Resources and strategies to protect older adults from frauds and scams

Panelists will highlight free resources available for libraries to help patrons combat fraud and will share experiences hosting effective fraud prevention workshops.

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Public #Libraries: "'Free for All,' on PBS's 'Independent Lens,' Celebrates Public Libraries" (Note: The Film is Now Free to Stream Online via PBS) infodocket.com/2025/04/30/li…
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Wow!! There are so many great resources at NOVELny that we can't even clearly show them here...visit galepages.com/nysl_we_chautq… to see them all! Magazine databases, homework help, and more! No password required! Just be in New York State.
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Roundup: IMLS Board Pens Letter; Michigan #Libraries, Museums Brace For Loss of Federal Funds After Trump Executive Order; & More infodocket.com/2025/03/18/ro…
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American Library Association (ALA) Statement on White House Assault on the Institute of Museum and Library Services infodocket.com/2025/03/15/al… #libraries #museums #IMLS
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Library supporters have a new way to directly support ALA's national advocacy efforts and strengthen libraries locally. Learn how you can ensure libraries remain well-funded, accessible, and protected. ilovelibraries.org
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2025 Youth Media Awards Find all of SLJ's coverage of the awards ceremony and recognized titles--including creator interviews, blog posts, and, of course, reviews--in one place on this dedicated page. hubs.la/Q035Swc90
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William Still’s heroic efforts on the Underground Railroad helped hundreds find freedom and preserved their stories for history. Don’t miss this WNED PBS documentary bringing his powerful legacy to life! nysm.nysed.gov/programs/spec…
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Thank you @sotierlibsys for all that you do -- and have always done -- to enhance, improve, and strengthen our communities! It was great meeting with all of you today in Albany and thank you for joining your colleagues from throughout New York State for Library Advocacy Day! 📚
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Thank you Assemblyman Christopher S. Friend , Assemblyman Phil Palmesano and New York State Senator Tom O'Mara for meeting with us to talk about how important libraries are to our communities! #librariesareforeveryone #fundlibraries New York Library Association- NYLA
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We love libraries because they present endless opportunities to satisfy curiosity and because they're a place where everyone is welcome! #libraryadvocates #fundlibraries #librariesareforeveryone #lad25 @DAHoweLibrary @sotierlibsys
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Celebrate Black History Month with our Black Voices reading list! 📚✨ bit.ly/413rZUf #Reading #BlackHistoryMonth #SoraApp #Books
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Celebrate Black History Month with your patrons by featuring stories from Black authors! 📚✨ #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackAuthors #LibraryLove
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📚 Over 180 public libraries hit 1M+ digital checkouts in 2024! 🎉 See the full list and top titles here: bit.ly/40RB2bM
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