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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.

Jul 30, 2019

Engaging Community Partners in Program Planning

A Free Library of Philadelphia librarian shares how community engagement training helped her learn to ignite lasting partner relationships.

Jul 30, 2019

Improving Services for New Americans

More than half of new Americans use a public library more than once a week. How can we help them thrive?

Jul 30, 2019

Biking through History at the Library

Move a little, learn a little. Libraries are embracing programs that combine biking and local history.

Jul 18, 2019

The Power of Community Conversations

Erika R. Martinez shares how her library learned about, and worked to overcome, customers' feelings of disconnect in a fast-changing city.

Jul 18, 2019

Comics & Cosplay Club: An Itinerary

Malvern Public Library's Comics & Cosplay Club nights offer some fun, some learning and some friendly competition.

Jul 17, 2019

Top Terrific Takeaway Programming Ideas from ALA 2019

School librarians share the best programming ideas they took away from 2019 ALA Annual Conference in Washington, DC.

Jul 11, 2019

ALA's National Study of Library Programs

Read the NILPPA white paper and share your feedback online.

Jul 4, 2019

Community Conversations: Lessons Learned

Community Conversations have stretched Mid-Manhattan Library staff to build community-mapping, partnership-building and facilitation skills.

Jun 27, 2019

ICYMI: Program Speed Dating with PLIG

Librarians shared their favorite programs at a fast-paced event at the ALA Annual Conference.

Jun 27, 2019

Bringing 'American Creed' to Your Library

Public libraries can apply to host community conversations around the PBS documentary "American Creed."

Jun 26, 2019

Trivia Night at a Tiny Library: It Can Be Done!

Library Director Chelsea Price struggled to get adults to programs — until "The Office" trivia night.

Jun 19, 2019

Scouts Can Help Make Your StoryWalk® Grow

Working with scouts is a fun way to bring StoryWalks to your community.