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Enrollment for the Emergency Broadband Benefit is now open. The temporary benefit provides a discount of up to $50 per month toward broadband service for eligible consumers who are struggling to stay connected during the pandemic. See if you qualify by visiting GetEmergencyBroadband.org. #EBBDayofAction

The Emergency Broadband Benefit will provide a discount of up to $50 per month toward broadband service for eligible families and households who are struggling to stay connected during the COVID-19 pandemic. Eligible households can also receive a discount of up to $100 for the purchase of a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers. For more info, please visit: GetEmergencyBroadband.org. #EBBDayofAction

Just a reminder that you can still register for this afternoon’s EBB webinar. Today at 1 PM, local and state leaders will share strategies to support outreach and completing enrollment. Register here: https://buff.ly/3b9P0vA

Join us for our next webinar, "Hidden in Plain Sight: Human Trafficking in New York's Capital Region" on Tuesday, May 25 at 11:30. Find out more about the program and register online via Zoom: https://buff.ly/3ttozr1

We're opening soon! On Monday, May 17, the New York State Library, New York State Archives, and New York State Museum will re-open to the public. For the health and safety of visitors, new COVID-19 protocols have been put in place, including an online registration system. Learn how to plan for your next visit, today!

The tradition of Groundhog Day has been around for a while -- writing to James Kenny on February 2, 1859 from Springfield, Ohio, John Reddish notes: "I think the groundhog did not see his shadow in this region today, so we may expect soft weather from this out." (Nicholas Reddish Papers, SC23638) Hoping for some "soft weather" here in upstate New York! View the finding aid for the Nicholas Reddish Papers at the NYS Library's website: http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/msscfa/sc23638.htm

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