Curious Kids Club: Full STEAM Ahead!
This library transformed a traditional summer reading program into the Curious Kids Club, a six-week, hands-on summer program with a science-camp feel that combined literacy with STEAM.
Stitched Stories: Where Quilting, Literacy, and Elders Meet
In the African American tradition, quilting is both practice and philosophy. Stitched Stories was built to put that inheritance directly into young people’s hands, pairing books with needle and thread.
Libraries as the Connective Tissue in Addressing the Digital Divide
Through ALA's Community Connect initiative, libraries in small towns have enhanced internet access for underserved populations, opening doors for patrons and increasing the visibility of libraries as key hubs in their communities.
Q&A: 3 Expert Librarians Share Their Summer Reading Décor Secrets
We asked three librarians with decades of combined experience planning large-scale summer reading décor to share their advice and go-to materials.
Fighting for Accessibility
A small town library has begun incorporating accessibility into all programs.
It's Eclipse Time Again!
STAR Net is distributing over 5 million eclipse glasses, activities and training to prepare for the upcoming solar eclipses.
Becoming an “Untraditional” Library
An "untraditional" library offers a variety of the basic and not-so-basic needs of a community.
Celebrating Deaf Culture and History
Two Deaf librarians share thoughts on how to best celebrate and include the Deaf community at your library.
A Place of Comfort and Calm
This New Jersey library created a calm haven for members of the community.
Getting Teens Engaged in Hybrid Meetings
Hybrid meetings can help meet varied needs, but it may take some adjustment to find the best engagement strategies.
Community Responses to Hybrid Programming
Is hybrid programming worth the investment? Listening to your patrons is key to answering that question.
3 Ways to Reach Elected Officials
Do you share library program outcomes with local elected officials? Read how to strengthen relationships with these stakeholders.
Logistics of a Hybrid Program
Boston Public Library staff share their tips for hybrid program logistics, such as staff roles and tech.
Is Hybrid a Good Fit?
Melissa Wong explores what library programs are conducive to the trending hybrid format.
Tell Us about Your Programs and Partnerships
Take a 15-minute survey about your library's programming and partnerships.
Hybrid Programming 101: All You Need to Know
How can you maximize engagement with hybrid program participants? Read this for all you need to know.