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April 12, 2026 by Edith Campbell

The Future of Libraries: Humanity, Technology, and the Stories We Preserve

Attendees can expect to learn about the vast responsibilities of the panelists, how to take advantage of their local institutions, and what they should keep in mind if they choose to use generative AI.

April 10, 2026 by Edith Campbell

There Was A Library In Babylon

I’m afraid of what I see coming. I do believe we’re in peril, not because of what AI can do, but what we’re allowing it to do.

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Nic Stone: Dear Reader

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear one of today’s most compelling voices reflect on the power of stories to expand our understanding of ourselves and the world around us.

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