Curious Kids Club: Full STEAM Ahead!
This library transformed a traditional summer reading program into the Curious Kids Club, a six-week, hands-on summer program with a science-camp feel that combined literacy with STEAM.
Stitched Stories: Where Quilting, Literacy, and Elders Meet
In the African American tradition, quilting is both practice and philosophy. Stitched Stories was built to put that inheritance directly into young people’s hands, pairing books with needle and thread.
Libraries as the Connective Tissue in Addressing the Digital Divide
Through ALA's Community Connect initiative, libraries in small towns have enhanced internet access for underserved populations, opening doors for patrons and increasing the visibility of libraries as key hubs in their communities.
Q&A: 3 Expert Librarians Share Their Summer Reading Décor Secrets
We asked three librarians with decades of combined experience planning large-scale summer reading décor to share their advice and go-to materials.
Kingsessing Library Celebrates 100 Years with Fine Forgiveness Jubilee
For its anniversary, the Philadelphia library hosted a Fine Forgiveness Week. Now the entire Free Library of Philadelphia system is fine-free.
Not Just for STEM Class: Makerspace Programming & English Language Arts
School librarians Donna Mignardi and Jennifer Sturge used makerspace concepts to explore classics like "Lord of the Flies."
Taking Academic Library Programs Online: COVID-19 & Beyond
With most campuses closed for COVID-19, here are some ways for academic librarians to bring experiences online.
A Whimsical Makeover on a Shoestring
With some creative thinking, Chelsea Price transformed her children's area into a magical spot full of surprises (and a tub).
Online Story Time: It’s Fair Use, Folks
During a crisis, online story times benefit society more than ever, so it falls squarely within fair use.
Fighting Fake News in the Pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic is rife with misinformation. Use your digital reach to help people sniff out fake news.
Serving Homeless Patrons in a Shutdown
Closing your public library may disproportionately affect your homeless patrons. Here's how you can help.
6 COVID-19 Resources You MIght Not Know
Share vital information with the public whether your library is open to the public or temporarily closed.
Community Engagement with National Partners
The Free Library of Philadelphia learns from partners as they test the Skills for Community-Centered Libraries training series.
Programming in a Pandemic
As libraries respond to coronavirus, library workers are faced with difficult questions.
COVID-19: Italian Librarians & Lockdown
Italian libraries have closed to the public, but some librarians continue to serve from a distance.
How-To Festival: Earth Day Edition
Springfield-Greene County Library retools a how-to fest to focus on sustainability and waste reduction.