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.
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.
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.
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.
To Charge or Not to Charge?
Some library programs come with a cost — literally. Noah Lenstra explores the issue.
Programming with Furry Friends
There are very few programs that guarantee great attendance, but animal programs are a pretty safe bet.
Evening Storytelling with The Moth
Working with a local theater, the Princeton Public Library hosted a popular storytelling series.
Let the Students Be the Teachers with TED-Ed Lessons
It's time to breathe some life into our library lessons with the TED-Ed lesson series.
Crafting from Trash: Zero-Waste Programs
The average American throws away four pounds of garbage each day. Turn some of that trash into crafts.
Free Facilitation Resources for Small and Rural Libraries
Free materials from ALA are designed to help library workers prepare for and lead discussions in their communities.
8 Ways to "Go Green" for Earth Day
Still looking for an Earth Day program? Think: Beeswax wrap, fix-it fairs and composting classes.
Programming for the Census
Check out resources from ALA, the Census Bureau and others for help preparing for the 2020 Census.
'Stepping Forward' in Library Programming: 4 Takeaways from Rich Harwood's New Book
Rich Harwood's latest book, "Stepping Foward," offers community building strategies for libraries to adapt.
12 (More!) Tabletop Games Your Library Should Have (Part 2)
Part 2 in a series about must-have tabletop games explores those that might not yet be on your radar.
9 Ways To Take a Walk with the Library
Walking is good for your health, the environment and even the economy. Get out there and take a stroll.
Downward-Facing Goat: Programs for Animal and Human Health
Who says the library has to be for humans only? These health and wellness programs serve our two- and four-legged friends.