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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.

Sep 14, 2016

ALA Awarded Community Engagement Grant

ALA has been awarded $243,922 for a project that will train library professionals in community leadership techniques.

Clip Art No More: Using Free Stock Photos

Finding quality (and free!) photos for programs and marketing materials has become much easier.

Banned Books Week 4 Teens

Mrs. Librarian Lady presents some thought-provoking ideas to get teens involved in Banned Books Week.

Library Mini-Golf

When summer reading ended at Fisher Library, kids celebrated with 15 holes of mini-golf — in the library.

Meet at the Lodge: A Mini-Camp for Kids

Skokie (Ill.) Public Library built upon their free summer lunch program with a variety of kids' programs.

Aug 2, 2016

Time to Meet Your New Faculty!

At Loyola Marymount University, the New Faculty Orientation library reception sets the stage for collaborative faculty-library relationships.

Get Kids Problem-Solving with Brushbots

What do you get when you combine a toothbrush head, a pager motor, a straw, a rubber band and a battery?

The Blog Post about Blogs: Developing a Class on Blogging

Thinking of starting your own blogging class? Here are some of the lessons I learned.

Library Olympics

A library-themed Olympic Games competition invited staff teams to go for the gold.

More Summer Fun with Dream Catchers and Playing in the Dirt

Teens can create sweet dreams and dig in the dirt with these fun crafts.

Aug 2, 2016

Wikipedia: 'Intellectual Makerspace'

Can Wikipedia be embraced in libraries? These academic library professionals say "yes."

Jul 2, 2016

Tips for Hosting a Wikipedia Edit-a-thon

Navigate your way through Wikipedia wonderland with this step-by-step programming guide.