Lessons from the Past, Solutions for the Future Libraries across the country are facing an uncertain future. The uncertainty of federal support for libraries, combined with local or state impacts, has left libraries vulnerable. And increasing challenges to books and programs are thrusting library leaders into the spotlight with little or no preparation. How can… Continue reading Navigating Unstable Library Funding in an Uncertain World
Month: February 2025
CAC Updates Feb 18 2025
Dear Friends and Colleagues, February has been a productive and insightful month. I had the opportunity to attend four Staff Days with the Hawaiʻi State Public Library System (HSPLS), where I met with hundreds of staff members. In collaboration with The Kālaimoku Group and Ken Magas Design, we've been working on a staff and community… Continue reading CAC Updates Feb 18 2025
CAC Updates Feb 12 2025
Dear friends and colleagues, I had the most amazing time last week. From Tuesday through Friday, I attended four Staff Days on four different islands, and had the honor of meeting with hundreds of staff members from the Hawaiʻi State Public Library System (HSPLS). These Staff Days sessions were the culmination of eight months of… Continue reading CAC Updates Feb 12 2025
