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Commemorating 250 Years: 12 Library Programs to Explore Local History During the United States Semiquincentennial

2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Start preparing now with these 12 program ideas.

What Library Patrons Have to Say About Accessibility

Three library users with disabilities share what they've noticed and what they'd still like to see in their library's accessibility efforts.

Partnering for Accessibility in Small & Rural Libraries

Community partnerships can be instrumental for small and rural libraries. These libraries share how they benefit from working with partners on important accessibility projects.

Solving Accessibility Challenges in Small & Rural Libraries

Through a combination of practical workarounds, creative rethinking and sheer persistence, these small and rural libraries have worked to bring their accessibility plans to fruition.

Apr 15, 2020

Ready-to-Go Story Times for Earth Day 2020

It's not too late to celebrate Earth Day. All you need are these videos and a YouTube or Facebook page.

Apr 8, 2020

Why 2020 Is Not the Year to Skip Earth Day

The question has become: What kind of world do we want to build on the other side of this crisis?

Apr 7, 2020

From Crafts to Masks: Empty Makerspace Makes Protective Gear

Tom Green County Library is closed, but their makerspace is busy making face shields and cloth masks to fight COVID-19.

Apr 6, 2020

Local History in the Time of Coronavirus

Librarian Monique Sugimoto encourages residents to document and share their experiences from the pandemic.

Mar 31, 2020

Book Club Going Virtual?

Are you taking your book club online? Here are a few points to consider before taking the plunge.

Digital Storytelling in 6 Steps

Follow these steps to create original digital stories to share online or as a fun workshop for families.

Kingsessing Library Celebrates 100 Years with Fine Forgiveness Jubilee

For its anniversary, the Philadelphia library hosted a Fine Forgiveness Week. Now the entire Free Library of Philadelphia system is fine-free.

Not Just for STEM Class: Makerspace Programming & English Language Arts

School librarians Donna Mignardi and Jennifer Sturge used makerspace concepts to explore classics like "Lord of the Flies."

Mar 26, 2020

Taking Academic Library Programs Online: COVID-19 & Beyond

With most campuses closed for COVID-19, here are some ways for academic librarians to bring experiences online.

A Whimsical Makeover on a Shoestring

With some creative thinking, Chelsea Price transformed her children's area into a magical spot full of surprises (and a tub).

Mar 24, 2020

Online Story Time: It’s Fair Use, Folks

During a crisis, online story times benefit society more than ever, so it falls squarely within fair use.

Mar 19, 2020

Fighting Fake News in the Pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic is rife with misinformation. Use your digital reach to help people sniff out fake news.