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Civics in the Library: Can You Pass the Citizenship Test?
How much do you know about civics? Take a sample citizenship test and help assist patrons at the library to become stronger participants in the democratic process.
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Disability Pride Month Resource Round-up
July is Disability Pride Month. This list of resources can help prepare your library to celebrate with programs, book displays and educational opportunities.
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Partnering for Stronger Programming: A Free Toolkit for Libraries
This new toolkit provides five tools for library workers with actionable steps to help partnerships grow sustainably and meet programming goals.
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There is Joy for All: Tips for Joyous Library Programming
Let's bring joy back to the library — for patrons and staff.
Librarians On: Working with Interns
Get ready to be inspired! Ten library professionals share what to know about working with interns.
The Bridge Between Instruction and Programming
Columbia College Chicago Library asks what they can do for their students at the beginning of their artistic careers.
"Ask, Listen, Empower” Virtual Book Club Series
The “Ask, Listen, Empower” Virtual Book Club is a series of three virtual, interactive conversations about community engagement.
Re-entry Toolkits
McCracken County Public Library provides formerly incarcerated people with take-home kits.
Inclusive Financial Literacy Programming Kit
One hundred public and school libraries will receive free books and resources to teach financial literacy.
A Reading Community For College Students
UCSB's library created student-led book clubs to satisfy the need for in-depth book-centered discussions.
Book Recommendations
Feeling burnt out or less creative with your programs? This list of suggested books might be able to help.
Get Ready for NASA’s Upcoming Telescope Launch
Using revolutionary technology, NASA's new telescope will study every phase of cosmic history. Is your library ready for the December launch?
Halloween Craft Video Round-up
Need a quick Halloween craft? Or maybe something more time-intensive like a bubbling cauldron?
Communities for Immunity
Want to build your community’s confidence in the COVID-19 vaccine? Apply for Round 2 of Communities for Immunity.
Teaching with Primary Sources: Women's Suffrage & Libraries
ALA is seeking four librarian advisors to take part in an effort that will help libraries lead programs about the women’s suffrage movement.
APPLY NOW: ARP Humanities Grants
Up to 200 U.S. libraries of all types will receive $10,000 for pandemic recovery. Apply by December 2.