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Early literacy skills for preschoolers in books at the Abilene Public Library

There are six skills that can be addressed in children s section.

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Library board tables request to move, reclassify or remove 30 books

Those questioning books cite concerns that minors have access to them and be influenced by content.

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Beyond 'Goosebumps': Spooky stuff at the Abilene library

There are many titles to choose from, depending on your mood and what you like for Halloween.

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Lib-Con lives on at Abilene Public Library

Main branch downtown is one-stop shop for fun Saturday and, by the way, wear your costume

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Hungry to travel? Abilene libraries have books, databases to satisfy

You even can learn the language

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Abilene city manager removes library book on sex targeted at teens

City Manager Robert Hanna said Friday he plans to apply the same set of criteria that informed his decision to future requests to remove materials.

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Council OKs parental responsibility policy, new board for library

The changes are in response to a slew of recent parental complaints about allegedly sexually explicit materials some say could be accessed by minors.

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Bull riding kids hang on, and more coming soon in Abilene

Upcoming events include the Youth Bull Riders World Finals, \

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Find a book club, or make your own, at the Abilene Public Library

Join an in-person or online book club, or get started with a Book Club in a Box.

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Things to do in Abilene this week, July 25-31

Roundup of things to do in and around Abilene this week, including Viewers Choice films at the Paramount Theatre.

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