MPL in the News
“United Way of the Mid-South offering free tax prep to families”
ABC 24 MEMPHIS – January 30, 2022
“Filing your taxes might be a little tricky this year, but United Way of the Mid-South is helping families file for free.
In 2002, United Way of the Mid-South and the Internal Revenue Service started a coalition of local businesses, non-profits, and other partners to create the Free Tax Program. Households that made $58,000 or less last year qualify for the program.”
“NATIONAL SUMMER LEARNING ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES 2021 NEW YORK LIFE FOUNDATION’S SUMMER LEARNING AWARD WINNERS”
NATIONAL SUMMER LEARNING ASSOCIATION – September 15, 2021
“As the summer season sunsets and a new school year begins, the National Summer Learning Summer Association (NSLA) – the only national nonprofit exclusively focused on closing the achievement and opportunity gap by increasing access to high-quality summer learning experiences – is pleased to announce the 2021 honorees of the coveted New York Life Foundation’s Excellence in Summer Learning Awards.“
“Pilot program centers Memphis teens in library decision-making”
Higher Ground – August 25, 2021
“For Zahra Chowdhury, a 17-year-old senior at Pleasant View High School, being a part of the pilot Comeback Stronger Youth Council has been an eye-opening experience.
“Having a seat at the table of influence means everything,” Chowdhury said. “As young people, we have specific needs, and it’s nice to have a platform to share these ideas.”
“Students Get Involved in Memphis Public Libraries”
MEMPHIS FLYER – August 19, 2021
“This summer, Memphis Public Libraries (MPL) has partnered with BRIDGES to assemble the Comeback Stronger Youth Councils, as part of an initiative to boost teen engagement and expand libraries’ teen programming. The councils consist of middle and high school students, who represent five branches: Benjamin L. Hooks, North, Poplar-White Station, Raleigh, and South.”
“Explore Memphis Literacy Program Wraps up with Festivities”
MEMPHIS PARENT – July 30, 2021
“Saturday marks the end of Memphis Public Libraries’ Explore Memphis program. The summer-long curriculum is designed to help students get over a dreaded “summer slump,” a period between school years when they aren’t engaging either academically or educationally.”
“How the library system thrived in the pandemic”
Daily Memphian – June 10, 2021
“Memphis Public Libraries is one of three recipients of the highest national honor given to museums and libraries.
The MPL system was recently named as recipient of the 2021 National Medal for Museum and Library Service by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
“PLA, public libraries and Microsoft Corp. extend upskilling efforts for in-demand jobs”
ALA NEWS – April 26, 2021
“The Public Library Association (PLA), supported by Microsoft Corp., is promoting tools to help job seekers in high-growth careers. PLA’s Skilling for Employment Post COVID-19 initiative connects public libraries and their communities nationwide to specialized online training and certifications, and today adds new targeted programs in Cleveland, El Paso, Memphis, and New York City.”
“WINNERS OF THE MEMPHIS BLACK HISTORY LIBRARY CARD CONTEST ANNOUNCED”
ABC 24 MEMPHIS – APRIL 13, 2021
“Memphis library cards will have a new look this summer. The winners of the Black History Library Card Contest were revealed Tuesday.
They were divided into three age groups. Ryan Garnett won in the nine and under group, Rachel Douglas won the 10 to 17 group, and Daria Davis took the 18 and up group. One of the winners had these words of encouragement to other artists.”
“Memphis Public Libraries awarded second national medal”
daily Memphian – May 25, 2021
“Memphis Public Libraries is one of three recipients of the highest national honor given to museums and libraries.
The MPL system was recently named as recipient of the 2021 National Medal for Museum and Library Service by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.