Celebrate our freedom to read and the essential role libraries play in our communities. Throughout history, books have been banned for various reasons—political, social, and religious among them. Recently, many community and school libraries have faced renewed challenges over what books should be available, raising important questions about censorship, intellectual freedom, and how we choose what stories can be shared. Join us during National Library Week as we explore the reasons behind book banning and discuss its impact on readers, libraries, and our society.