November is National Entrepreneurship Month. In a 2021 Presidential Proclamation, we are called upon to recognize the occasion with “appropriate programs and activities.” As a law library, our best contribution to that effort is to provide you, our reader, with information and resources that (1.) support the business operations of solo attorneys and (2.) help aspiring entrepreneurs start small businesses. This blog has featured many such resources over the last few years, which you can revisit here and here. Additional links are shared within.
Read moreNational Retirement Security Awareness Month - Resources for Women
Gender-based pay disparities and other financial challenges often result in lower retirement savings for women, and far too often, poverty in old age. For guidance and information about women’s financial concerns, we’re providing a list of resources. The items included on the list provide a thorough picture of the retirement hurdles faced by women. Also provided are tips and advice for helping women achieve financial security in later life and for avoiding the financial hardships that so many women experience.
Read moreHispanic Heritage Month: History, Learning Resources, & Barbies
National Hispanic Heritage Month runs from September 15 to October 15. This blog post explores its history, various compilations of learning resources, and Barbies!
Read moreLibrary Card Sign-Up Month: Sign Up, Log On, Check Out!
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, an annual opportunity to celebrate and promote the power of a library card. In 2016, The Atlantic posed this question: Is the Library Card Dying? Five years later, the answer is a resounding No! and we can prove it with the list of links in this post. Check it out!
Read morePride Month Resources on Ex Libris Juris
June is LGBT Pride Month, and we at the Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library are celebrating! Over the years, Ex Libris Juris has provided content and resources for individuals and families in the LGBT community. We’ve explored landmark civil rights cases, significant historical moments in the march for equality, and more. For a full review of all LGBT posts on Ex Libris Juris, visit our blog online. Happy Pride!
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