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Pursuing Accessibility in Historic Sites: Insights from Vermont’s Bixby Memorial Free Library

Insights on how to make aging library buildings more accessible to all patrons, including those with disabilities.

Sensory-Friendly Programming: Lessons from Small & Rural Libraries

Lessons on how to create effective sensory-friendly programs, courtesy of small and rural libraries.

Help! How Do I Talk About Disability at My Library?

Best practices for talking about disabilities in libraries and other public settings.

Drawn to the Library: Programs for National Library Week 2025

Whatever draws you in, the library has something for everyone. Celebrate National Library Week (April 6 - 12, 2025) with these comic-related program ideas.

Jul 20, 2020

We Are the Alexandria Library Sit-In

In 1939, five Black men applied for library cards at a whites-only library. Then they sat in protest.

National History Day and Teacher/Librarian Collaboration

National History Day is a nonprofit education organization whose programs engage students in conducting original research.

Presenting Virtual Library Programming in Uncertain Times

Hannah Schmidl reflects on her experience of quickly pivoting from in-person to virtual programming and how this new skillset will stick around.

Jul 6, 2020

Apply Now: Community Connect

ALA and Capital One invite rural libraries to apply for Community Connect: Digital Access at Home grants.

Jul 1, 2020

Apply Now: Resilient Communities

Be part of a new pilot program to help public and academic libraries address the climate change crisis.

Grab-and-Go Bags from Magical Lands

Meservey Public Library staff created take-home activity bags based on famous literary lands.

Jun 24, 2020

Wisconsin Deaf Storyslam

Milwaukee Public Library's award-winning event invited Deaf people to share personal stories.

Jun 17, 2020

Ready for a Changing World: Design Challenges, Virtual Learning and Climate Change

Participatory design can be a powerful way to center youth voices as our society confronts major changes.

Anti-Racism in My Rural Library

In a conservative Iowa town of just 250, Chelsea Price is striving to make her tiny library inclusive.

Jun 10, 2020

Tell Us about Your Virtual Programs!

ALA’s Public Programs Office is looking for unique virtual programs for an upcoming book.

Jun 10, 2020

Virtual Programming Resource Round-up

We compiled a list of some of the best (free) virtual programming resources from across the library field.

Jun 9, 2020

3 Must-Have STEM Gadgets for Your Makerspace

Where should you spend your limited dollars to ensure the best possible experience for your STEM learners?