Call for Advisors: Libraries as Leaders in Bridging Divides
ALA is seeking four advisors for Libraries Transforming Communities (LTC): Libraries as Leaders in Bridging Divides. Applications are due by November 13.
Introducing the First-Ever ALA Demo Day: Games & Play
Demo Day: Games & Play (Nov. 18, 2026) will showcase innovative games, puzzles, toys and play-based learning resources designed to engage library users of all ages. Free with registration!
From Relationships to Recipes: Preserving the Stories of Our Latino Community Through a Collaborative Cookbook
This community cookbook, celebrating the local Latino community, was an opportunity for programming, historical preservation and cross-cultural engagement.
Springfield City Library Helps Voters Get Reader. Voter. Ready.
As midterms approach, your library can help community members stay informed and prepared to participate in elections while also supporting year-round civic participation.
Community-Centered Libraries Are More Important than Ever
With the change, loss, injustice and suffering the past year has brought, community-centered libraries are needed now more than ever.
Virtual Programs on the Climate Crisis
How are you celebrating Earth Day? Take some inspiration from these virtual programs.
Free Online Games to Make Financial Literacy Fun for Kids
New and free online games teach children basic financial skills related to earning, saving and spending money.
Fighting Misinformation: Programs and Discussion Questions
Combating fake news is becoming increasingly difficult. Libraries are in prime positions to assist patrons with disputing misinformation.
Multicultural Children’s Lit Resource Round-Up
Multicultural children’s literature can provide the positive representation a child is looking for.
When Programming Goes Digital: The Changing Skillset of Programming Librarians
The Skills for 21st Century Librarians Task Force explores the creation of a programming curriculum.
Sara Jaffarian School Library Program Award
School librarians are invited to apply for a $5,000 award recognizing outstanding humanities programming.
Black History Month Resource Round-up
February is Black History Month. We compiled a list of resources to help your library celebrate.
What to Say When Faced with Fake News
Topics like current events, politics and social media can provide teaching moments.
Keeping Your Personal Finance Collections Relevant and Up to Date
Financial Literacy in Public Libraries: A Guide for Building Collections helps to address the financial needs of your community.
5 Films to Discuss the Climate Crisis
These five films will help you engage patrons in conversations about climate change and resilience.
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.