Bringing Home the Concept of Where We Come From: Programs on Human Migration
Experience "airplane" travel, create a family tree and hear migration stories from community members. These programs from a Wisconsin library explore the question: Where do we come from?
Call for Advisors: Aging Together: An Evaluation of Library Programming for Older Adults
ALA is seeking nine librarian advisors to support a new project to evaluate and summarize the state of older adult programming in libraries and offer recommendations.
Apply Now: Digital Pathways: Online Health Literacy Programming for Adults
12 public libraries will be selected to receive a resource package and hands-on support to strengthen their online health literacy offerings. Apply by January 7, 2026.
Apply Now: Resilient Communities: Advancing Sustainability in and through Libraries
This new initiative is designed to equip 100 public library workers with the knowledge and tools to lead on sustainability. Apply by November 14.
Tracing How Library Programs Change the World
Libraries increasingly function as one-stop providers for a variety of community services through their public programs that can also contribute to broader, long-term impacts. What kinds of impacts might one expect from the range of public programming available at libraries across the country?
Quick Ideas for Library Card Sign-up Month
Are you looking for some quick ideas to promote Library Card Sign-up Month? We've got you covered.
Takeaways on Tween STEAM Engagement
How can you best create inclusive and engaging STEAM programs for tweens?
Hispanic Heritage Month Resource Round-Up
Get ready to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 - Oct. 15) with these program resources and ideas.
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.
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.
Partnering for Stronger Programming
This new toolkit provides five tools for library workers with actionable steps to help partnerships grow sustainably and meet programming goals.
Tips for Joyous Library Programming
Let's bring joy back to the library — for patrons and staff.
Recommended Sessions for ALA Annual 2024
Getting ready for ALA Annual Conference 2024? Check out these recommended sessions for programming librarians.
The Gerber/Hart LGBTQ+ Library & Archives
The Gerber/Hart Library and Archives collects and preserves LGBTQ+ history and culture in the Midwest and invites community members to actively engage in program and exhibit planning.
Libraries and Voter Registration
From voter registration events to programs related to voting, libraries are an important part of the civic education process.
Digital Literacy for All Ages
Digital technology has become the driving force for many aspects of life. Here are some tools and resources to help empower learners of all ages through digital literacy.