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Behind the Scenes with Milwaukee Public Library’s TikTok

Milwaukee Public Library's social media presence is famous beyond the library world. We went behind the scenes with the duo behind their videos.

Apply Now: ‘Pulitzer on the Road’ Traveling Exhibition

Public libraries are invited to apply to receive the new traveling exhibit, Pulitzer on the Road: Prize-Winning Works that Inform, Empower & Inspire. Apply by March 27, 2026.

12 Program Ideas for Kids and Resources to Prepare for Financial Literacy Month (April)

April is Financial Literacy Month. Start your preparation now with these program ideas, book suggestions and resources to get kids involved.

Planning a Cents-ational Financial Literacy Storytime

Financial educators recommend teaching basic money concepts as early as three years old. One way to achieve this in your library is by incorporating financial literacy themes into your storytimes.

Dec 3, 2018

Mystery Reader: A Reward for Reading

Shh! The Mystery Reader is on the loose, hunting for students who are reading for pleasure.

Nov 26, 2018

Community Needs: Anything You Want, You Got It

When the Palos Verdes Library District embarked on a major initiative to serve older adults, they knew the first step: a needs assessment.

Nov 20, 2018

Support ALA's Cultural Communities Fund

Gifts to ALA in support of library programming will be matched until Dec. 31, 2018. Please donate today.

Nov 20, 2018

The Path to Healthy Aging: Partnering with Aging Councils and Agencies

Reach older adults in your community with by partnering with local aging councils and agencies.

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.

Nov 16, 2018

Fact-Checking Resources for Students

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

Nov 15, 2018

8 Ways to Save Money on Programming

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

Nov 12, 2018

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.

Nov 5, 2018

Book Art

Got old, outdated or damaged books?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