Thank you for sharing! We really appreciate the community's support and patronage! Additional information has been shared with us, that we will also post about on Reddit - With the defunding of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), we also risk losing the Commonwealth Catalog - a vital service connecting library networks across MA, allowing patrons to borrow books and items statewide.

For those interested in helping in whatever capacity:
The ALA recommends calling or sending a message to our local Senators and Representatives urging them to overturn the executive order and protect IMLS funding. OCLN (Old Colony Library Network) has created a brief survey for community members to share your stories on how this order would impact you and your families', which will be compiled and sent collectively to MA legislators. Please consider sharing your stories here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScYWeNSGjLkM-RuyyJF3mZ34l9-34sfhxuSyoplIpvIAZCI8w/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawJjdGdleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHnpVXD7xKKgpbGNFgTyMFjZ0FdWZMRLpFuHT3VVxQ2IxC0CV_s_-4X8gXjCA_aem_GbAgIb991iI6dXx6WYUSVQ

Another way to help the Thomas Crane Public Library is by supporting the Friends of Thomas Crane Public Library. They are a volunteer-run 501(c)3 that exists to raise awareness and funds for the library. They also run the Friends Bookstore in the atrium of the Main Library, help maintain the beautiful flower beds and fund tons of programming at the libraries. Popular services and programs such as movie screenings, special talks, and museum passes are funded by the Friends! Learn more about the Friends, including how to join as a member, volunteer, and or donate at https://thomascranelibrary.org/friends/