Apply Now: 2026-27 Cohort of the Yiddish Book Center's Public Libraries Program
Apply to join a cohort of public library workers to explore how Yiddish literature can provide a springboard for powerful cultural conversations.
“It Made All the Difference in the World to Learn About the Experiences of Others”: The Value of Patron Feedback in Accessibility Reviews
By asking patrons to offer feedback on existing accessibility barriers, libraries can ensure that the changes they make to spaces and services reflect and address genuine community needs.
Accessibility as a Path to Sustainability
By centering the needs and priorities of people with disabilities, libraries are investing in accessibility upgrades that will bring long-term benefits to their communities.
Celebrate 150 Years of ALA: Our Top Picks for ALA Annual 2026
ALA Annual returns to Chicago to celebrate a milestone and shape the future of libraries. Are you going? See our top program picks.
Who do Libraries Serve? Defining the “Public”
In order to do public programming, libraries first need to have an idea of who “the public” they’re serving is.
A Weekly Escape Into Stories
Learn about the impact of the Great Stories Club and how to use the (free!) resources at your library.
Learning About Your Community Partnerships
Check out this overview of initial survey results on library partnerships.
Getting People Talking
What are libraries talking about? Learn about the variety of conversation topics that libraries are having with their communities.
They Want To Shut Us Down
Downers Grove (Ill.) Public Library staff reflect on threats that led to canceling Drag Queen Bingo.
4 Crafts To Highlight Culture and Traditions
Combine a cultural lesson with one of these four crafty hands-on activities.
For Teens, by Teens: TikTok Time
What's cooler than teens making promotional TikToks for the library while earning community service?
Libraries and the Humanities
Don't miss out on a partnership! Libraries are perfect programming partners for cultural engagement.
Hybrid Programming Resource Round-up
This list has the resources you need to help plan hybrid programs.
Remixed Classics: Scriptwriter's Handbook
This free guide makes it easy for teens to remix a classic piece of literature and make it their own.
Our Picks for LibLearnX Conference 2023
Headed to New Orleans for LibLearnX? Check out these sessions for programming librarians.
5 Things to Know: State Humanities Councils
What do you know about your state humanities council? These 5 things will help you with programs or grants.