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How small and rural libraries are creating programs, spaces and collections that address the needs of patrons with sensory sensitivities.

Do library workers’ marketing tasks vary by levels of experience, education and the existence of marketing support staff? A survey shows that library workers with more years on the job are actually less confident about marketing tasks, with one exception.

A fieldwide survey highlights areas where library workers would benefit from greater support in marketing their public programs.

One rural library’s experience creating a sensory-friendly Santa program for neurodivergent youth and their families.

Libraries can foster learning by pairing picture books with STEAM activities. For creative approaches to problem-solving, take a look at these five playful learning programs.

Many libraries offer free hygiene supplies in restrooms. This interview with two Missouri librarians explores how they make it happen.

A nostalgic desire for autograph books and the dream to create a green room led the programming librarians at the Avon (Conn.) Library to the designate the “Chair Storage Room" as the new home of a “Wall of Fame.”

School librarians are invited to apply for a $5,000 annual award recognizing outstanding humanities programming in kindergarten through twelfth grade.

With greater autism awareness, librarians can remove barriers and provide supportive services and programming.

From AI Shakepeare to family trees, these library programs can teach patrons about internet architecture.

Navigating the internet and its invisible architecture can be bewildering. Here are 10 things library workers should know.

If a patron asks, “Is crypto safe?” librarians can guide them to free, reliable resources.