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Catch up on the latest in library programming news.

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The Secret to Successful Program Promotion? Data.

Picture this: You work hard to plan an awesome program, but nobody shows up. You feel totally defeated, and you aren't sure what you could've done differently. The secret to success? Data.

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Getting Started with Program Evaluation

Real, meaningful evaluation isn’t just a survey you tack on at the end of a program. It’s an integral piece of your planning process, right from the start. Once you learn to recognize the elements of evaluation and use them with intentionality, you’ll be able to continually grow the impact of your programs and your ability to tell their story.

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Engagement and Advocacy Start with Community Mapping

Taking time to understand who you know — and who you don’t know — is a great way to begin your journey toward being a community-informed programming librarian.

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New Landscape Report on the Current State of Library Programs for Older Adults

ALA has released a new landscape report to better understand the current state of library programming for older adults.

A Library for Firefighters

The Children Fire Safety Literacy Reading and Discussion Program uses books to teach fire safety.

 

De-Escalation Techniques

As a librarian, you already deal with a lot. What tools do you need when a stressful situation arises?

Our Picks for ALA Annual 2022

The ALA Annual Conference returns in person! Join us in D.C., and don’t miss these standout sessions.

Tackling Community Issues

Want to address community issues at your library? Here are some common themes of discussion to help you get started. 

Mutual Support

Partnerships with local businesses, nonprofit or civic groups increase the reach and impact of library efforts.

7 Fin Lit Picture Books

It's never too early to learn financial literacy! Check out these exciting and diverse titles.