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Lisa Rosenblum

Lisa Rosenblum is the director of the King County Library System.

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Despite COVID-19, King County libraries still put on a show

Guest column from Lisa Rosenblum.

KCLS is stepping up its commitment to patrons

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KCLS is stepping up its commitment to patrons

KCLS has expanding its online resources so patrons can continue to learn, build skills, stay entertained and remain…

Libraries are places of connection, community pride

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Libraries are places of connection, community pride

A public library is often considered the heart of the community, providing programs and services that bring people…

Libraries stand as entrepreneurial hubs

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Libraries stand as entrepreneurial hubs

Key measures of a healthy economy include, among other things, new businesses that create jobs and attract skilled…

Why public libraries matter more than ever in the Information Age

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Why public libraries matter more than ever in the Information Age

Occasionally, someone unfamiliar with King County Library System will say to me “Why do we need libraries when…

Here’s to the new year at KCLS

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Here’s to the new year at KCLS

On Jan. 16, I will celebrate my one year anniversary as KCLS’ Executive Director, a wide‐ ranging job…

Five stars, best books and King County Libraries’ commitment to intellectual freedom

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Five stars, best books and King County Libraries’ commitment to intellectual freedom

Library Journal recently announced its 2018 Star Libraries as rated by the Library Journal Index of Public Library…

KCLS aids citizen engagement during elections, year-round

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KCLS aids citizen engagement during elections, year-round

The first Tuesday in November is Election Day—a consequential day for our democracy when citizens have a voice…

School is back in session, let KCLS help

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School is back in session, let KCLS help

It is fall and a busy time for teachers, students and parents.

Net neutrality: what it means for libraries

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Net neutrality: what it means for libraries

I would like to focus this month on an issue that is of great importance to libraries and…

KCLS relishes community partner role

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KCLS relishes community partner role

By Lisa Rosenblum

KCLS: focusing on knowledge, equity and inclusion

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KCLS: focusing on knowledge, equity and inclusion

As a public institution, the King County Library System serves people of all ages, abilities, genders, ethnicities, cultures…

Summer — and the pure joy of summer reading — is finally here

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Summer — and the pure joy of summer reading — is finally here

Summer time. What welcome words!

2017: KCLS, a year in review

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2017: KCLS, a year in review

Every spring, King County Library System presents its annual report to the Board of Trustees. Our “Year in…

A welcoming message from the new director

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A welcoming message from the new director

As the new Director of the King County Library System, I am excited to relocate to the beautiful…