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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 06/10/2025

The second issue of My Alabama Library is all about the Fairhope Public Library. See a glimpse of our interviews with Fairhope residents about why the library is “the beating heart” of this beautiful coastal town. See the full intro video and first article at myalabamalibrary.org/fairhope-pub...

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 26/08/2025

“Seeing the stiff, tense, worried body language soften.” -what a beautiful way to describe how a great librarian makes people feel at ease!

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 09/08/2025

It’s so beautiful how a love of reading and libraries can be passed down through a family. I got to interview a family like that here in Alabama: myalabamalibrary.org/rogersville-...

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"A Hidden Gem": Meet 4 Generations of Bookworms Who Love the Rogersville Public Library

Learn how Rosalie Lewis, 92, started a family tradition of loving libraries and reading.

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 09/08/2025

Congratulations! What’s the biggest change from when you started? And what’s been the most constant?

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 08/08/2025

Patti Reeves on how her granddaughter, 2-year-old Beckham, loves books and the Rogersville Public Library. Full story and video at myalabamalibrary.org/rogersville-...

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 07/08/2025

You likely just have to either confirm your contact info/address are the same or update your info. Library cards generally expire every few years just to keep info updated.

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 06/08/2025

Eek. Libraries need to maintain a strong focus on information literacy, vetting sources, etc. Any generative AI use should be very limited, controlled, and fit within the confines of what it can and can’t reliably do.

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 06/08/2025

That sounds like a super exciting project! I don’t think I’ve heard of any town adding affordable housing above a library, but it sounds like a great idea.

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 06/08/2025

My favorite times working at a library were listening to the kids screaming their ABCs during the preschool programs. They were SO PROUD that they knew them!

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 04/08/2025

"Their dedication to offering personalized care and service to every library visitor. " Read the full story here: myalabamalibrary.org/introducing-...

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Rogersville Public Library: A Small Library With BIG Impact | My Alabama Library

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 04/08/2025

"But each individual library also has its own personality, its own 'thing' that it really excels at. As I visited the Rogersville Public Library and interviewed community members, this library’s 'thing' quickly became clear:

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 04/08/2025

“They offer free access to books, information, and technology. They host fun and educational programs for all ages. And they serve as a safe place where people can simply exist without having to spend any money.

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 04/08/2025

To launch the first issue of My Alabama Library, we're introducing the Rogersville Public Library: "Most public libraries have certain things in common: 🧵

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 30/07/2025

I really hope to be able to attend next year!

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 29/07/2025

Oh man, what a great day! (For you and for the new library card-holder)

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 28/07/2025

The inaugural issue of My Alabama Library launches next week! The first feature story and video are about a multi-generation family who love the Rogersville Public Library. Get a preview with this teaser video! Subscribe at myalabamalibrary.org

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 25/06/2025

The title caught my eye, so I looked it up. This sounds fascinating! Definitely adding to my list. Thanks for sharing!

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 25/06/2025

This is magical! Mind if I ask the name of the library?

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 25/06/2025

Giving kids their first library card is the best feeling!

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 18/06/2025

Yup! I’ve known of libraries that increased circulation significantly just through weeding (without having bought more books yet). Library users were able to more easily spot current, high-quality titles when outdated, physically worn books were removed.

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 17/06/2025

Message us here or visit the website to share your story about why you love your Alabama library. We’re especially looking for more stories about multi-generational library families!

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 17/06/2025

This interview happened because Patti submitted her family’s library story on myalabamalibrary.org. That led to Rogersville being the first featured library for My Alabama Library and to setting up today’s interview! 🧵

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My Alabama Library | Learn how libraries change lives.

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 17/06/2025

We chatted about how four generations of their family are library lovers, and why the Rogersville Public Library is a big part of their lives. Patti said they’re at the library “probably more than at Walmart” 🤣 🧵

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My Alabama Library | Learn how libraries change lives.

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 17/06/2025

Today was a big day for My Alabama Library! We did our first interview for our upcoming launch. We talked to Patti Reeves, her mother Rosalie, and her grandchildren Beckham and Warren. 🧵

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 17/06/2025

Yes! When someone says “it’s a shame that folks don’t go to libraries anymore,” I tell them to drive by their library’s parking lot and see if it’s ever even close to empty. (And folks thinking library workers sit around a read at work is always hilarious)

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 12/06/2025

As long as the weather holds out, we'll be at the Rogersville Park tomorrow (Fri, June 13) at 10 am for their Summer Reading event with Tiny Hiney's Travelin' Farm (the photo is from last year's event). We'll be talking to families about why they love their Alabama library! Hope to see you there.

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 12/06/2025

RPL is the perfect example of how a small library can have a BIG impact in their community. We can't wait to share their stories with you! Sign up for our email newsletter at alabamalibrary.org 🧵

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 12/06/2025

We're getting closer and closer to the full launch of My Alabama Library! We're excited to announce that our first featured library will be the wonderful Rogersville Public Library. 🧵

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 11/06/2025

Love this idea! Looking forward to seeing the results.

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 06/06/2025

Oh, this looks so wonderful! Congratulations, and I can’t wait to read it!

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 04/06/2025

It really is a regional thing. Here in Alabama, most schools are out mid-May. By the time I see most ads for graduation gifts, all our local graduations have already happened.

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 04/06/2025

That’s going to be a great service! Love Dolly and the Imagination Library.

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 04/06/2025

Thank you for sharing—and for the reminder to focus on joy and acceptance.

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 04/06/2025

Interlibrary loan is so great! And this book sounds awesome. What’s the title?

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 04/06/2025

A children’s librarian I know got a volunteer application from one of her library kids. He wrote “I have supported this library my whole life” and said he wanted to help other kids enjoy the library like he does. Those parents are doing a great job!

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 03/06/2025

This is the library energy we’re here for 📚🎂

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 03/06/2025

Your suggestions for how libraries need to focus on marketing is super in line with what I’m working on—an online magazine that tells stories about the real-life impact of public libraries throughout the state. Thanks for sharing this post!

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 03/06/2025

Thanks for the share! This project is in early stages, but folks can learn more details at myalabamalibrary.org Excited to get started with shifting the narrative to the joy and growth that libraries make possible.

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My Alabama Library | Learn how libraries change lives.

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 03/06/2025

Yes! There’s no other place in the world like your local library.

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My Alabama Library @myalabamalibrary.org · 03/06/2025

Hello friends! My Alabama Library is an online magazine that will launch late summer/early fall 2025. We’ll be sharing community-centered stories about how public libraries throughout Alabama improve lives every day. Share your stories at myalabamalibrary.org!

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