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.
8 Ways to Save Money on Programming
Small library? Small budget? No problem! Chelsea Price shares tips for programming on a shoestring.
Defining Community Engagement and Outreach
What exactly do we mean by community engagement? Library leaders involved in the Community-Centered Libraries initiative share their definitions.
'Check Out' the Things Libraries Circulate
Everyone expects to be able to check out books and DVDs. But telescopes? Cake pans? Litter clean-up kits?
Last-Minute Ways to Be Part of Small Business Saturday®
This year, Small Business Saturday® will be taking place on Saturday, Nov. 24 — but it’s not too late to get involved.
Book Art
Got old, outdated or damaged books? Before you toss them into the recycling bin, consider turning them into book art.
Library Designs Doll to Celebrate Community
A librarian and her patrons created a doll celebrating their community’s Indian American population.
Hosting a Drag Queen Story Hour
A library director shares his experience hosting the popular — and controversial — storytime event.
Free Library of Philadelphia’s Community-Centered Initiative
Starting this month, 300 Free Library staff will learn and practice the skills necessary to thrive as the role of libraries evolves.
Libraries Help Each Other Address Food Insecurity
These two library programs help fill patrons' heads, bellies and hearts.
American Dream Literacy Initiative Grants
Public libraries are invited to apply by Dec. 14 for a $10,000 grant to support adult literacy services.
A Mystery Maker Challenge
Even without a dedicated makerspace, you can still incorporate maker elements into your day.
Welcome New Baby Program
Providing a book for a new baby builds community between the library, schools and families.