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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.

Jun 24, 2020

Wisconsin Deaf Storyslam

Milwaukee Public Library's award-winning event invited Deaf people to share personal stories.

Jun 17, 2020

Ready for a Changing World: Design Challenges, Virtual Learning and Climate Change

Participatory design can be a powerful way to center youth voices as our society confronts major changes.

Jun 11, 2020

Anti-Racism in My Rural Library

In a conservative Iowa town of just 250, Chelsea Price is striving to make her tiny library inclusive.

Jun 10, 2020

Tell Us about Your Virtual Programs!

ALA’s Public Programs Office is looking for unique virtual programs for an upcoming book.

Jun 10, 2020

Virtual Programming Resource Round-up

We compiled a list of some of the best (free) virtual programming resources from across the library field.

Jun 9, 2020

3 Must-Have STEM Gadgets for Your Makerspace

Where should you spend your limited dollars to ensure the best possible experience for your STEM learners?

Jun 8, 2020

Our Picks for ALA Virtual 2020

Check out our don't-miss sessions for programming librarians at ALA Virtual.

Jun 5, 2020

Acts of Care in Times of Unrest

How can we take care of ourselves and others during this stressful time?

Jun 3, 2020

Election 2020: Information Literacy Refresh

Donna Mignardi and Jennifer Sturge offer a refresher in information literacy as we approach the 2020 election.

Jun 1, 2020

Sharing Skills for Community-Centered Libraries

The Free Library of Philadelphia shares an update on Skills for Community-Centered Libraries, a community engagement curriculum.

May 28, 2020

What to Know: Latinx Engagement

Relationship-building is an evolution. Here are some ways to get started.

May 19, 2020

Virtual Book Clubs: A Learning Experience

Palos Verdes Library District moved its book clubs onto Google Hangouts. What could possibly go wrong?