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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.

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.

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.

There is Joy for All: Tips for Joyous Library Programming

Let's bring joy back to the library — for patrons and staff.

Jan 21, 2021

5 Films to Discuss the Climate Crisis

These five films will help you engage patrons in conversations about climate change and resilience.

Jan 21, 2021

Ground Rules: How to Set Successful Guidelines for Your Conversation Programs

Ever had a conversation program go awry? Setting ground rules can help a group conversation run smoothly and effectively.

Jan 7, 2021

Apply Now: Round 2 of Libraries Transforming Communities: Focus on Small and Rural Libraries

Round 2 of LTC: Focus on Small and Rural Libraries is now open!

Financial Education Resources for Key Age Groups

Get ready for Financial Literacy Month with program ideas for every age group.

Dec 31, 2020

2021 Virtual Events from Your State Humanities Council

Start the new year with lectures and engaging events from state humanities councils.

Dec 18, 2020

Making Your Virtual Programs More Accessible

How accessible are your virtual programs? You may inadvertently be leaving some people out.

Grappling with Job-Related Guilt

Do you feel guilty or have a case of the "shoulds"? Here are a few things you might need to hear right now.

Dec 10, 2020

Media Literacy for Adults

ALA has released a free digital guide and webinar series to help libraries with media literacy training.

Dec 8, 2020

Pedal PV at Palos Verdes Library

Archivist and adult services librarian Monique Sugimoto uses her scenic bike commute as inspiration for the Pedal PV video series.

Dec 2, 2020

LTC Engagement Grant

The second annual community engagement grant will support a library's work in the area of anti-racism.

Dec 1, 2020

Peggy Barber Tribute Grant

The Peggy Barber Tribute Grant supports meaningful programs in libraries with limited programming budgets.

Virtual Book Clubs for School Libraries

Being a school librarian in 2020 is full of new challenges. How can you get your students interested in a book club virtually?