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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.

APPLY NOW: Great Stories Club

Apply by Nov. 16 to be part of the Great Stories Club series on Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation.

The Amazing Library Race

Teach your students about the library's resources with a competition inspired by "The Amazing Race."

So Many Books, So Little Time

Overwhelmed by your book pile? School librarian Annie Ruefle shares how she conquers her reading list.

Cursive Writing Course

Have schools in your area stopped teaching cursive? Help kids (and adults) rediscover the disappearing art.