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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.

Jan 4, 2018

Ten Reasons to 'Pop-Up' at ComicCons

Hosting a pop-up at your local comic convention may be a lot of work, but it may be worth it.

Dec 28, 2017

Hang with Jake: Therapy Dogs & Teens

Hosting an unstructured therapy dog program can help your teen patrons battle anxiety and depression.

Dec 19, 2017

APPLY NOW: TRHT Great Stories Club

Apply by Feb. 16, 2018, to be part of a new pilot program to reach underserved youth through literature and racial healing sessions.

Dec 18, 2017

Crush the Shush: Wrestling in the Library

Milwaukee Public Library partnered with luchadores to show that libraries aren't always quiet.

Dec 15, 2017

APPLY NOW: Revisiting the Founding Era

Revisiting the Founding Era will use historical documents to spark conversations in public libraries.

Dec 14, 2017

Webinars for a New Programming Librarian

Just starting out with library programming, or looking to be re-energized? Learn from your peers with these three webinars.

Dec 4, 2017

Painted Pumpkin Party

Good gourd, pumpkins aren't just for Halloween! We've found a low-budget, family-friendly activity for everyone to enjoy.

Nov 30, 2017

Free Dialogue & Deliberation Workshop for Academic Libraries

Academic library professionals are invited to a free preconference workshop at the 2018 ALA Midwinter Meeting in Denver.

Nov 21, 2017

Five Alternatives to Book Talks

These programs will get your students excited about reading (whether or not you've read the book).

Nov 16, 2017

Winter Festival of Gifts: A Season of Giving

This food drive (with a twist) is a beloved way for staff to creatively give back to the community.

Nov 2, 2017

Book-to-Big-Screen

Re-invigorate your film and book discussions with a book-vs.-movie twist.

Nov 2, 2017

Three Ways to Market Your School Library

Are your tabletops or bathroom doors bare? You could be wasting prime marketing real estate.