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πŸ“šRetired Lead Librarian for a K-12 St. Louis area school district. Now I love genealogy, historical research, and my most important job is being MawMaw. πŸ₯°

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πŸŽ‰At STLGS, we believe the best way to start a new year is by learning together. We are excited to remind you that registration for our January programs is live! www.stlgs.org

02.01.2026 16:42 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Start 2026 with a clean slate! Join the St. Louis Genealogical Society's Irish SIG for "Organizing Your Genealogy" with expert Susan McKee. Learn how to tame the chaos and research like a pro.

πŸ—“οΈ Sat, Jan 24 @ 1pm CT πŸ“ Hybrid (Zoom or In-Person)

Register for Zoom here: stlgs.org/about-us-2/s...

06.12.2025 16:56 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
STLGS Ask Louie January 10

STLGS Ask Louie January 10

Got genealogy questions? We've got answers. πŸ•΅οΈβ€β™€οΈ

Don't miss the St. Louis Genealogical Society's January meeting: "Ask Louie at Your Service!" Send your questions in now (asklouie@stlgs.org) and tune in via Zoom on Jan 10th.

πŸ”— Details + Reg: stlgs.org/meetings-and...

06.12.2025 16:51 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us for the Local History Expo in St. Louis!

The St. Louis Genealogical Society will be there to share how we help people connect with their roots, preserve family stories, and explore the rich history of our region. Stop by our table to learn more about our resources, programs, and membership.

13.08.2025 14:29 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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πŸ” Dig deeper into the National Archives!

Join StLGS on Aug 9 @ 10 a.m. CST for a free talk with Nancy Schuster on hidden genealogical resources.

πŸ“Clark Family Branch or
πŸ’» via Zoom.

Details: stlgs.org/events/meeti...

#Genealogy #FamilyHistory #StLGS #NationalArchives

30.07.2025 15:41 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1

Nathaniel Reid Bakery in the St. Louis area makes amazing ones! My favorite!

15.07.2025 00:58 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Trump bans 'negative' signage at national parks, asks visitors to report text deemed unpatriotic Trump's directive banning signage he would deem unpatriotic has left free speech advocates in disbelief, wondering how park employees will put a sunny spin on monuments acknowledging slavery, internme...

This is chilling to say the least. www.latimes.com/california/s... Trump bans 'negative' signage at national parks, asks visitors to report unpatriotic text - Los Angeles Times

20.06.2025 11:45 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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No Kings: What's Next in the Fight? YouTube video by Indivisible

Join #NoKings right now to learn what's next! www.youtube.com/live/17ydIe7...

17.06.2025 00:33 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

#NoKings Follow up call happening now!

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Missouri Republicans shut down Senate debate to pass abortion ban, repeal sick leave law β€’ Missouri Independent Missouri Senate Republicans shut down a Democratic filibuster to overturn the abortion rights amendment passed by voters in November.

The definition of insanity: Missouri lawmakers represent themselves and ignore the votes of their constituents and then Missouri constituents continue to vote them back into office anyway. #lifeinaredstate

15.05.2025 11:14 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Trump abruptly fires Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden, the first woman and African American to occupy the position, had been targeted in recent days by a right-leaning group.

This is an appointed, Senate confirmed position. How is he even able to do this? www.nbcnews.com/politics/tru...

09.05.2025 11:15 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Tomorrow! πŸ‘‹
Join @shannonmmiller.bsky.social, Bill Bass, and @kirabrennan.bsky.social for a new podcast episode! Evaluating libraries can take lots of different directions. It’s important to find ways to advocate through data and tell your story! Enjoy this sneak peak.
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31.03.2025 18:02 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us at our 53rd Annual Family History Conference for an exciting deep dive into AI and DNA!

πŸ“… Date: Saturday, May 3, 2025
πŸ“ Location: Maryland Heights Community Center, MO & Online
🎀 Featured Speaker: Steve Little, AI Program Director for NGS

πŸ”— www.stlgs.org/events/family-history-conference

16.03.2025 22:56 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

We fight on all fronts.

Republicans are trying to pass another resolution blaming the country’s problems on gay and transgender kids and drag shows.

To distract from measles outbreaks, rising costs, and the stock market crash.

I’m on the Senate floor now to stop it.

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you’re fired. wait you’re rehired. email us a list of things you’ve done today wait forget it you’re fired again. come back your job was important. you’re fired. or hired. come in to the office. wait the office has no computers go home. we are the department of government efficiency.

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The person specifically asked if he would visit the site to see the first responders, so it’s a slap in the face to them too.

31.01.2025 12:45 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

If RFK is confirmed, I think we should just stop doing hearings. It will be proof positive that they don’t work; anyone will be confirmed by their own party. Drug dealer for HHS Secretary. Wow.

31.01.2025 12:42 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

My parents instilled a very strong sense of the importance of family. I wish they had taught me to be more self confident and sure of myself. I still have to work at that, even today.

22.12.2024 09:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

And then it also ruins the Tupperware in the process! 🀣

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There are so many ways to get involved AASL National Conference planning! Meet our Local Arrangements Co-Chairs - Matt King and Jennifer Milliken from Missouri! Local Arrangements co-chairs plan school visits and local events during #AASL25. Thanks for welcoming us to St. Louis!

09.12.2024 17:17 πŸ‘ 11 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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New Jersey becomes latest state to prohibit bans on books in school, public libraries New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy has signed a law to prohibit book bans in the state and enshrine protections against civil and criminal charges for librarians who comply with the law.

Living in Missouri, this kind of legislation feels so far removed from anything even slightly in the realm of possibility in my state. 😭 apnews.com/article/new-...

10.12.2024 12:06 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I probably followed too many people and now I need to organize myself! If anyone can suggest other K-12 authors to add to this list, please let me know! #TLSky bsky.app/profile/did:...

05.12.2024 20:39 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Take care of people who take care of people ✨

14.11.2024 14:21 πŸ‘ 41 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 5 πŸ“Œ 3

@donalynbooks.bsky.social followed me back. I feel completely honored to be followed by someone who is so inspiring. 🀩

02.12.2024 00:37 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Anyone else have good holiday gift suggestions for my son that loves to write? a.co/d/6S957uR #booksky

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Letter from 1300 in support of Scottish hero William Wallace goes on display Fragile, rarely seen artefact sent by the King of France was briefly available for public view on St Andrew's Day

Letter from 1300 in support of Scottish hero William Wallace goes on display www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2024...

01.12.2024 11:05 πŸ‘ 59 πŸ” 17 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1

I deleted that other social media account and then in hindsight wished I had left a pinned post of my new account name @bsky.app. The platform did allow me back in but the followers and follows are all gone. #ohwell #overit

28.11.2024 13:26 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Can you please add me?

28.11.2024 10:22 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Hey there, friend. The feed says it’s on Mondays. Not trying to be critical; just thought you might want to know. Have a nice day! β˜€οΈ

28.11.2024 10:17 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Wednesdays at 5pm PST and 8pm EST the Teacher Librarian Chat with JenniferLagarde and Techielibgrl

Wednesdays at 5pm PST and 8pm EST the Teacher Librarian Chat with JenniferLagarde and Techielibgrl

Exciting News #TLSkyChat !! @jenniferlagarde.bsky.social and I will be hosting the FIRST Teacher Librarian Chat on BlueSky next Wednesday, December 4th.

βœ… Each chat will be on Wednesday at 8pm EST (5pm PST)
βœ… Add the feed by pinning this chat: bsky.app/profile/did:...

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