Libraries as the Connective Tissue in Addressing the Digital Divide
Through ALA's Community Connect initiative, libraries in small towns have enhanced internet access for underserved populations, opening doors for patrons and increasing the visibility of libraries as key hubs in their communities.
Q&A: 3 Expert Librarians Share Their Summer Reading Décor Secrets
We asked three librarians with decades of combined experience planning large-scale summer reading décor to share their advice and go-to materials.
Reader Voter Ready: Support Voter Engagement Through These Program Ideas
Libraries are nonpartisan, but they are not indifferent. Libraries play an important role in ensuring voters are prepared to participate in local, state and national elections. Check out these program ideas to support voter engagement at your library.
Aging Together: What Libraries Are Learning About Serving Older Adults
Whether working in large urban systems or small-town libraries, four library workers emphasize that older adults are not a niche audience. They are a vital part of the library community.
Libraries Mean Business
Mid-Continent Public Library is making entrepreneurs their business by offering programs that provide information and skills they need to be successful.
5 Coolest Board Games to Play with Tweens
Looking for new board games to play with your tween and teen patrons? Look no further. Blogger Veronica Stork recommends five games sure to capture their interest.
A Moving Promotion
Torrance Public Library turned its bleak white Econoline van into a promotional powerhouse.
Rural Roots: Social Media
Despite finding social media "puerile and repulsive," blogger Larry Grieco has finally jumped on the bandwagon.
Keep Calm and Take a Spa Day
Sit back and relax with these DIY spa ideas for your teens and tweens.
Boooooks and Eeks-hibits
Celebrate Halloween while promoting services, collections and staff with these clever ideas.
Run with It
Start a walking or running club at your library using these helpful tips from blogger Jenn Carson.
Books, Buds and Bars: Programs for Adult Readers
This September, libraries are celebrating back-to-school with book programs for kids and teens. What activities can best reach our adult readers?
Getting Started with the Harwood Approach
Tuscaloosa (Ala.) Public Library shares tips for getting acquainted with the "turning outward" approach.
'Native Voices' Exhibition
Apply to host a traveling exhibition exploring Native Peoples' concepts of health and illness.
The Art of Library Welcoming
We want library patrons to feel comfortable at our programs, right? Start with the right welcome announcements.
Arts & Culture on a Budget
Arts & Culture Coordinator Veronica Funk shares how she offers programming on a tight budget.