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Apply Now: 2026-27 Cohort of the Yiddish Book Center's Public Libraries Program

Apply to join a cohort of public library workers to explore how Yiddish literature can provide a springboard for powerful cultural conversations.

“It Made All the Difference in the World to Learn About the Experiences of Others”: The Value of Patron Feedback in Accessibility Reviews

By asking patrons to offer feedback on existing accessibility barriers, libraries can ensure that the changes they make to spaces and services reflect and address genuine community needs.

Accessibility as a Path to Sustainability

By centering the needs and priorities of people with disabilities, libraries are investing in accessibility upgrades that will bring long-term benefits to their communities.

Celebrate 150 Years of ALA: Our Top Picks for ALA Annual 2026

ALA Annual returns to Chicago to celebrate a milestone and shape the future of libraries. Are you going? See our top program picks.

Dec 23, 2019

The Fight Against 'Nature-Deficit Disorder'

Researchers and policy makers are talking about the problem of “nature-deficit disorder.” Here's how your library can help.

Dec 20, 2019

Honor the Past, Embrace the Future: Exploring Services for Veterans and Their Families

Through Skills for Community-Centered Libraries, staff at the Free Library of Philadelphia explore how they can better serve veterans.

Dec 19, 2019

Tackling the Tough Stuff at Public Libraries

Libraries are the perfect places to discuss the past — particularly histories that are contested or messy.

Dec 11, 2019

Not Today, Santa

Are you swearing off holiday programs at your library? Here are a few winter program ideas to try instead.

Dec 6, 2019

Spotlight on 'Include': Takeaways from the 2019 AASL National Conference

Inclusion was a central theme at the nation's gathering of school librarians in Louisville.

Dec 4, 2019

Reindeer Run: A Holiday Tradition

This time of year, we could all use some exercise. This festive, dress-up fun run raises money for charity.

Dec 2, 2019

APPLY NOW: LTC Engagement Grant

Apply now for a new annual grant to support innovative community engagement efforts in libraries.

Nov 27, 2019

Reflections on Year 2 of Skills for Community-Centered Libraries

The Free Library of Philadelphia looks at the evaluation results of their Community-Centered Libraries initiative as it plans for the future.

Nov 26, 2019

Hosting a 'Stranger Things' Escape Room

You don't need a lot of space or money to host a themed escape room, but being a superfan helps.

Nov 21, 2019

APPLY NOW: Facilitation Training

An ALA initiative helps small and rural library staff develop the communication skills they need to thrive.

Nov 21, 2019

Building Community in a School Library

Students should feel welcome in their library. Luckily, programming is a great way to build community.

Nov 15, 2019

Public Humanities in Public Libraries

Hannah Schmidl from Princeton Public Library explains why libraries are the perfect place to connect people to thought-provoking humanities work.