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Why Librarians Belong in the AI Governance Conversation

Artificial intelligence can feel overwhelming for libraries. Between privacy concerns, confusing headlines, and pressure to “keep up,” it is easy to see why many library workers feel uncertain about what role they should play. But according to Jose Ruiz-Vazquez, assistant manager at the Milwood Branch of Austin Public Library, librarians already have the exact skills…

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Inside the Innovation Lab: How Austin Public Library Launches Creativity

Across the country, libraries are evolving beyond books and quiet study spaces to become centers of innovation and creativity. Maker spaces, equipped with tools like 3D printers, laser cutters, recording studios, and design software are giving patrons the chance to experiment, build, and bring ideas to life. These spaces lower the barrier to entry for…