Q&A: 3 Expert Librarians Share Their Summer Reading Décor Secrets
We asked three librarians with decades of combined experience planning large-scale summer reading décor to share their advice and go-to materials.
Reader Voter Ready: Support Voter Engagement Through These Program Ideas
Libraries are nonpartisan, but they are not indifferent. Libraries play an important role in ensuring voters are prepared to participate in local, state and national elections. Check out these program ideas to support voter engagement at your library.
Aging Together: What Libraries Are Learning About Serving Older Adults
Whether working in large urban systems or small-town libraries, four library workers emphasize that older adults are not a niche audience. They are a vital part of the library community.
Apply Now: 2026-27 Cohort of the Yiddish Book Center's Public Libraries Program
Apply to join a cohort of public library workers to explore how Yiddish literature can provide a springboard for powerful cultural conversations.
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?
Top Tips for Hiring Financial Literacy Speakers & Authors
ALA's Financial Literacy Interest Group share tips on successfully hosting a financial literacy author.
Virtual Author Talks
An award-winning literary critic, Seaman shares her tips for conducting great author interviews online.
Kids + Scientists
Space scientists, biologists and engineers can introduce kids to an eye-popping world of discovery.
APPLY NOW: American Dream Literacy Initiative
Public libraries are invited to apply for $5,000 American Dream grants for adult literacy services.
Tips for Virtual Author Events in Public Libraries
Planning a virtual author event? Read up on some tips for hosting a successful e-visit.
7 Nonfiction Titles about the Climate Crisis
Sustainability and climate change are moving to the forefront of public consciousness. Tackle the topic in your book club.
5 Creepy Craft Ideas for A Social-Distanced Halloween
Spooky season is looking different this year but that won’t stop the creepy crafting.
Checking Out Space Scientists
Want to bring a space scientist to your library? We gathered some places to look to land yourself a great presenter.
Marketing Virtual Humanities Programs
We'll enter 2021 with a new set of virtual programming skills. Have you mastered the art of marketing them?
Leading a Virtual Film Discussion in 7 Steps
Film discussions can spark meaningful conversations, even when you can't meet in the same room.
Budget Gifting with the Library
The holidays are quickly approaching! Is your library ready to craft up some budget-friendly gifts?