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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.
SOAR Analysis
How can your library team use SOAR analysis to build on your community engagement?
Building Programs for the Long-Term
Capacity, sustainability and communication: these three factors lead to long-term success for programs.
Products To Create High-Quality Livestreams and Virtual Programs
Are your livestreams looking fuzzy lately? How's the sound quality? Here are some tech products that can greatly improve your virtual content.
Weather Emergency Preparedness
New Ulm Public Library is working with local faith communities to prepare for harsh weather emergencies.
Going Beneath the Cultural Iceberg
To communicate clearly with community members, it can be helpful to be aware of hidden layers.
Knowing Your Strengths: Community Engagement
Now is a great time to take a close look at your library programming team and assess your strengths and weaknesses.
Report on Library Programming
The new report marks ALA's next steps toward the creation of a programming curriculum.
Library in Tiny Alaskan Village Tackles Housing Shortage
Igiugig’s remote location creates a high cost of living. This is where the library steps in.
Let's Talk About It: Women's Suffrage
This ALA grant will help libraries discuss the history of women's suffrage. Apply by December 1.
Paying Program Participants for Equity
Librarian Nick Demske explains his approach to the stipend model as an opportunity to change the world.
Q&A With a Book Biking Librarian
Book bikes can start conversations and bring books and programs outside of the library's walls.
Communities for Immunity
Communities for Immunity will provide funding to libraries to enhance vaccine confidence where it matters most: at the local level.