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Catch up on the latest in library programming news.

Springfield City Library Helps Voters Get Reader. Voter. Ready.

As midterms approach, your library can help community members stay informed and prepared to participate in elections while also supporting year-round civic participation.

Beyond Recycling: How Libraries Are Rethinking Sustainability

As climate change becomes more visible in daily life, libraries can build sustainability into everyday decisions, from disaster preparedness to partnerships.

Apply Now: A Year of STEM

Apply by October 28 for a chance to receive 12 months of curated STEM programming to foster curiosity and STEM-mindedness in early childhood learners.

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.

Report Censorship (Even Programs!)

Books aren't the only items threatened with censorship. Report challenges to library programs to ALA's Office for Intellectual Freedom.

Tile Art

This easy, low-budget and intergenerational program uses ceramic tiles and markers to make freeform pieces of art.

Building Your Library Team

Staff from the Free Library of Philadelphia explored team roles and dynamics to learn what strengths they bring to a team.