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Pursuing Accessibility in Historic Sites: Insights from Vermont’s Bixby Memorial Free Library

Insights on how to make aging library buildings more accessible to all patrons, including those with disabilities.

Sensory-Friendly Programming: Lessons from Small & Rural Libraries

Lessons on how to create effective sensory-friendly programs, courtesy of small and rural libraries.

Help! How Do I Talk About Disability at My Library?

Best practices for talking about disabilities in libraries and other public settings.

Drawn to the Library: Programs for National Library Week 2025

Whatever draws you in, the library has something for everyone. Celebrate National Library Week (April 6 - 12, 2025) with these comic-related program ideas.

Nov 19, 2018

Book Club Round-Up: From Our Archives

Looking for ways to spice up your book club? Check out these ideas from our archives.

Nov 16, 2018

Our Picks for Blind Date with a Book

Looking for selections for your Blind Date with a Book display? Here are some titles with eye-catching opening lines.

Fact-Checking Resources for Students

Young people are inundated with inaccurate stories. These youth-friendly resources can show them the light.

8 Ways to Save Money on Programming

Small library? Small budget? No problem! Chelsea Price shares tips for programming on a shoestring.

Defining Community Engagement and Outreach

What exactly do we mean by community engagement? Library leaders involved in the Community-Centered Libraries initiative share their definitions.

Nov 12, 2018

'Check Out' the Things Libraries Circulate

Everyone expects to be able to check out books and DVDs. But telescopes? Cake pans? Litter clean-up kits?

Nov 8, 2018

Last-Minute Ways to Be Part of Small Business Saturday®

This year, Small Business Saturday® will be taking place on Saturday, Nov. 24 — but it’s not too late to get involved.

Book Art

Got old, outdated or damaged books? Before you toss them into the recycling bin, consider turning them into book art.

Nov 5, 2018

Library Designs Doll to Celebrate Community

A librarian and her patrons created a doll celebrating their community’s Indian American population.

Oct 26, 2018

Hosting a Drag Queen Story Hour

A library director shares his experience hosting the popular — and controversial — storytime event.

Free Library of Philadelphia’s Community-Centered Initiative

Starting this month, 300 Free Library staff will learn and practice the skills necessary to thrive as the role of libraries evolves.

Libraries Help Each Other Address Food Insecurity

These two library programs help fill patrons' heads, bellies and hearts.