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Catch up on the latest in library programming news.

A New eCourse to Learn the Grant Process for a New Year

This first-of-its-kind ALA self-paced eCourse provides a comprehensive foundation in collaborative grantseeking, proposal development and submission

Call for Advisors: A Year of STEM

ALA is seeking six librarian advisors with expertise in serving early learners, curating book lists and offering STEM programming to support a new project.

Behind the Scenes with Milwaukee Public Library’s TikTok

Milwaukee Public Library's social media presence is famous beyond the library world. We went behind the scenes with the duo behind their videos.

Apply Now: ‘Pulitzer on the Road’ Traveling Exhibition

Public libraries are invited to apply to receive the new traveling exhibit, Pulitzer on the Road: Prize-Winning Works that Inform, Empower & Inspire. Apply by March 27, 2026.

Communities for Immunity

Communities for Immunity will provide funding to libraries to enhance vaccine confidence where it matters most: at the local level. 

Mask Up for Story Time

"Don’t bother trying to pretend it’s not there." Tips for making story times fun while mask-wearing. 

Knowing Your Community

During the pandemic, programming librarians drew upon knowledge of their communities to succeed. 

Ideas for Creative StoryWalks

November 2021 will celebrate StoryWalks® in libraries across the nation. Here are some creative StoryWalk tips.

More than a Pronoun

“It was the scariest thing I’ve ever done at my library," says library director Julie Perrin.