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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.

Jan 22, 2021

Keeping Your Personal Finance Collections Relevant and Up to Date

Financial Literacy in Public Libraries: A Guide for Building Collections helps to address the financial needs of your community.

Jan 21, 2021

5 Films to Discuss the Climate Crisis

These five films will help you engage patrons in conversations about climate change and resilience.

Jan 21, 2021

Ground Rules: How to Set Successful Guidelines for Your Conversation Programs

Ever had a conversation program go awry? Setting ground rules can help a group conversation run smoothly and effectively.

Jan 7, 2021

Apply Now: Round 2 of Libraries Transforming Communities: Focus on Small and Rural Libraries

Round 2 of LTC: Focus on Small and Rural Libraries is now open!

Jan 4, 2021

Financial Education Resources for Key Age Groups

Get ready for Financial Literacy Month with program ideas for every age group.

Dec 31, 2020

2021 Virtual Events from Your State Humanities Council

Start the new year with lectures and engaging events from state humanities councils.

Dec 18, 2020

Making Your Virtual Programs More Accessible

How accessible are your virtual programs? You may inadvertently be leaving some people out.

Dec 18, 2020

Grappling with Job-Related Guilt

Do you feel guilty or have a case of the "shoulds"? Here are a few things you might need to hear right now.

Dec 10, 2020

Media Literacy for Adults

ALA has released a free digital guide and webinar series to help libraries with media literacy training.

Dec 8, 2020

Pedal PV at Palos Verdes Library

Archivist and adult services librarian Monique Sugimoto uses her scenic bike commute as inspiration for the Pedal PV video series.

Dec 2, 2020

LTC Engagement Grant

The second annual community engagement grant will support a library's work in the area of anti-racism.

Dec 1, 2020

Peggy Barber Tribute Grant

The Peggy Barber Tribute Grant supports meaningful programs in libraries with limited programming budgets.