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The article offers news briefs concerning the American Libraries Association (ALA). The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has awarded ALA a grant to support the organization's efforts to ensure free public access to the Internet in all of U.S. public libraries. A fundraising campaign for the 2007 ALA PPO Cultural Communities Fund is underway.

Describes the American Library Association (ALA)'s Midwinter Meeting, held in Washington D.C. in January 2001. Public awareness campaign which was unveiled by the ALA; Vote of the ALA to initiate litigation which challenges legislation mandating Internet filtering for libraries and schools, such as the Children's Internet Protection Act; Conference highlights and attendance; ALA sponsors and celebrity advocates.

Presents the American Library Association's division of the Reference and User Services Association. Focus of the membership unit; Publications and committees; Representatives; Sections.

The article discusses the author's experiences as the executive director of the American Library Association (ALA), and it mentions leadership, teamwork, and his work in helping to establish the ALA's Office for Library Advocacy. The dues associated with an ALA membership are examined, along with information about conference registration, professional advancement, and the ALA's efforts to protect the privacy rights of library patrons.

Focuses on concerns of library groups regarding the USA Patriot Act, anti-terrorism legislation that expands the United States government's powers. View that the measure threatens library users' privacy and First Amendment rights; Comments of Lynne Bradley of the American Library Association's (ALA) Washington Office; Excerpt from a statement issued by the ALA's Office for Intellectual Freedom.

Describes dual lawsuits filed by the American Civil Liberties Union and the American Library Association, to challenge the Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) in the United States. Why they are opposed to the legislation, which requires federally-funded libraries and schools to install Internet filtering software; Contention of the lawsuits that such filtering can block access to essential information; Comments of plaintiffs and defendants.

The article focuses on a 2008-2009 study by the American Library Association (ALA) about funding and technology access in public libraries. Results of the study indicated that over 71% of libraries claim that they stand as the sole source of free access to computers and the Internet in their respective communities. Job-seeking services were regarded by the libraries as one of the most crucial online services offered. About 38% of libraries experienced budget increases at or above the inflation rate.

The article reports that presenters at the second annual American Library Association (ALA) TechSource Gaming, Learning, and Libraries Symposium think that modern games aren't trivial, and librarians who dismiss them as such do their patrons a disservice. Held on November 2-4, 2008 in Oak Brook, Illinois, the event showcased examples of how the complexity of modern games prepares young people for their futures. The "Pokémon" series, for example, requires players to track more than 500 characters, each falling into one of 17 types.

The article reveals that the American Library Association (ALA) has asked the U.S. Congress on October 14, 2008 for $100 million in stimulus funding to help libraries aid the nation's working families during the current economic crisis. America's free public libraries provide a lifeline for citizens in need across the country said ALA President Jim Rettig. Rettig pointed to a recent ALA study showing that 73% of all libraries nationwide provide the only free Internet access in their communities.

The article emphasizes the reader's right to privacy. It explains the role of the American Library Association (ALA) and the library profession in protecting reader privacy and confidentiality. It urges librarians to engage their own communities in the struggle to preserve privacy rights. It discusses the initiative of ALA, called Privacy for All: Rallying Americans to Defend Our Freedoms.

The article discusses the findings of a survey conducted by the American Library Association (ALA) and the Florida State University. According to the survey, public library visits increased by 61% between 1994 and 2004, largely driven by the need for technology. People come to the library because it is often the only source of free access to computers and the Internet in the community. Total circulation also rose 28% in the same 10 years, with children's materials leading the pack at 4.4%.

The article discusses the findings of a study conducted by the American Library Association (ALA) and the Information Use Management and Policy Institute at Florida State University in Tallahassee. The study found that more than 73% of libraries report they are the only source of free public access to computers and the Internet in their communities. It was also found that thousands of libraries across the country also have reached, or are nearing, their maximum capacity for space.

The article reports that the American Library Association (ALA) has joined a group of organizations to launch a campaign against the Real ID national identification system of the U.S. The groups believe that Real ID would create a false belief that it is secure and unforgeable. ALA president-elect Loreine Roy says the ALA has expressed concern about standardized machine-readable driver's licenses and national identification cards because of the potential privacy implications for library users.

The article reports on the increase in the number of visits to public libraries in the U.S. between 1994 and 2004, according to data released by the American Library Association (ALA). Data from the 2007 State of America's Libraries report states that there were nearly two billion visits to U.S. libraries in fiscal year 2004. The report adds that virtually every U.S. library provides free public computer access to the Internet.

The article reports on the reaction of the Dallas Homeless Neighborhood Association to the patron behavior policy implemented by the Dallas Public Library in Texas. James Waghorne, president of the neighborhood association, opposes the rule. Leslie Burger, president-elect of the American Library Association, supports the policy of the Dallas Public Library.

Describes a federal law passed by United States Congress on December 15, 2000 which requires libraries that receive federal funding for Internet access to install filtering software. Decision of the American Civil Liberties Union to fight the law in court; Opposition which is expected from the American Library Association (ALA).

Comments on the agenda of the American Library Association to ensure equity to patrons in the digital age. Role of libraries in the information age; How the public needs Web sites that can help them in their daily life; Difficulty in finding Internet content about the uniqueness of the cultures of ethnic and racial minorities; Need for information literacy skills and a closing of the digital divide.

Offers news briefs pertaining to library science and from the American Library Association (ALA). Core Values Task Force seeking input for its mission statement; ALA President Sarah Ann Long debating the use of filters in public libraries on an MSNBC news report; Library Administration and Management Association (LAMA) campaign to establish an endowment for potential leaders and managers; Scholarship to increase the number of disabled people in the library and information science profession.

Reports that in July 1999 the American Library Association (ALA) filed comments with the United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in response to a proposal which would require schools and libraries to have acceptable use policies in place regarding Internet access. Contact information regarding the issue.

Presents statistics regarding library related issues. Percentage of people who hold library cards for the Denver Public Library; Final registration numbers for the 1989 American Library Association Midwinter Meeting in Washington; Amount of books borrowed by University of Illinois and Boston University; Other statistics.