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Catch up on the latest in library programming news.

A New eCourse to Learn the Grant Process for a New Year

This first-of-its-kind ALA self-paced eCourse provides a comprehensive foundation in collaborative grantseeking, proposal development and submission

Call for Advisors: A Year of STEM

ALA is seeking six librarian advisors with expertise in serving early learners, curating book lists and offering STEM programming to support a new project.

Behind the Scenes with Milwaukee Public Library’s TikTok

Milwaukee Public Library's social media presence is famous beyond the library world. We went behind the scenes with the duo behind their videos.

Apply Now: ‘Pulitzer on the Road’ Traveling Exhibition

Public libraries are invited to apply to receive the new traveling exhibit, Pulitzer on the Road: Prize-Winning Works that Inform, Empower & Inspire. Apply by March 27, 2026.

New for November at EDSITEment

November is Native American Heritage Month, and EDSITEment is celebrating by featuring the recent five-part PBS series.

Making the Case for Library Programming

Make a case for library programming with tips that will have administration, board members, colleagues and the public recognizing its value.

Financial Wellness Month

January is Financial Wellness Month! To help patrons set and reach their financial goals, we've collected a number of online resources.

Prime Time Family Reading Time

"Prime Time Family Reading Time" has developed a program specifically for underserved families with young children.

One Book, One San Diego

“One Book, One San Diego” inspires dynamic conversation, contemplation and an exchange of personal experiences with a story. 

Authors @ your library

Contributors to the Public Programs Forum offer suggestions of popular writers who are engaging speakers and appeal to a broad audience.

Visiting the NYC Great Stories CLUB

Author Paul Griffin relates his experience doing a reading and dicussion at Crossroads Juvenile Detention Center in East New York, Brooklyn.