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After a year of explosive episodes, the summit continues inflating with fountaining possible as early as Wednesday.

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The American Library Association recently announced that award-winning librarian and Reading Rainbow host Mychal Threets will serve as honorary chair of the National Library Week 2026, April 19-25.