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.
Stitched Stories: Where Quilting, Literacy, and Elders Meet
In the African American tradition, quilting is both practice and philosophy. Stitched Stories was built to put that inheritance directly into young people’s hands, pairing books with needle and thread.
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.
Library Programs to Help Scout Troops Earn Badges
Try out these 11 fun programs libraries have used to help Scout troops earn badges.
Our New Look
Welcome to the new (and, we think, improved) Programming Librarian! Not to worry — beyond looks, not too much has changed. Learn about a few new features here.
Sara Jaffarian School Library Program Award
K-12 school librarians are invited to apply for a $5,000 award recognizing outstanding programming.
Working with Juvenile Detention Facilities
Two experienced librarians share helpful things to know about working with juvenile detention facilities.
Moving Away From Program Registration
How often is registration necessary for library programs?
Support Cultural Communities
As you make your end-of-year donations, help our communities shine a little brighter.
Celebrate SustainRT's 10th Birthday
Join SustainRT for a virtual celebration with networking opportunities and prize giveaways.
Passive and Relaxed Programs
Passive, relaxed and sensory programs can be enjoyed by all visitors to the library.
Accessible Performances and Book Clubs
Make your programs welcoming and non-stigmatizing to patrons with or without disabilities.
Help Shape the Future of BHM Programming
This study aims to explore the current state of Black History Month library programming.
Join the "Books for All" Campaign
The “Books for All” campaign enables people all over the country to participate, including library systems.
Creating Accessible Programming Spaces
Whether it be in a meeting room or open library floor, are your programming spaces accessible?