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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.
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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.
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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.
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There is Joy for All: Tips for Joyous Library Programming
Let's bring joy back to the library — for patrons and staff.
14 Budget-Friendly Classic Tabletop Games
If your New Year's resolution is to make your dollars stretch further, take note of these recommendations.
Tacony Library Celebrates Community Through Their Events
Through community partnerships, a Philadelphia branch library put on a Halloween celebration attended by thousands.
The Fight Against 'Nature-Deficit Disorder'
Researchers and policy makers are talking about the problem of “nature-deficit disorder.” Here's how your library can help.
Honor the Past, Embrace the Future: Exploring Services for Veterans and Their Families
Through Skills for Community-Centered Libraries, staff at the Free Library of Philadelphia explore how they can better serve veterans.
Tackling the Tough Stuff at Public Libraries
Libraries are the perfect places to discuss the past — particularly histories that are contested or messy.
Not Today, Santa
Are you swearing off holiday programs at your library? Here are a few winter program ideas to try instead.
Spotlight on 'Include': Takeaways from the 2019 AASL National Conference
Inclusion was a central theme at the nation's gathering of school librarians in Louisville.
Reindeer Run: A Holiday Tradition
This time of year, we could all use some exercise. This festive, dress-up fun run raises money for charity.
APPLY NOW: LTC Engagement Grant
Apply now for a new annual grant to support innovative community engagement efforts in libraries.
Reflections on Year 2 of Skills for Community-Centered Libraries
The Free Library of Philadelphia looks at the evaluation results of their Community-Centered Libraries initiative as it plans for the future.
Hosting a 'Stranger Things' Escape Room
You don't need a lot of space or money to host a themed escape room, but being a superfan helps.
APPLY NOW: Facilitation Training
An ALA initiative helps small and rural library staff develop the communication skills they need to thrive.