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Catch up on the latest in library programming news.

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.

Personal Finance Programming and Information Services Survey: Receive a Free Supply of Eco-Friendly Piggy Banks

ALA and the FINRA Investor Education Foundation are interested in providing future training and grant opportunities to support the role of public libraries as providers of personal finance programming. Survey results will help plan these future offerings. The first 100 respondents will receive a supply of eco-friendly piggy banks!

New & Free Webinars for Programming Librarians

Looking for some quick professional development? Here are four recent and upcoming webinars perfect for programming librarians.

First Amendment Academy: Free Quizzes and Courses to Share with Library Patrons

How well do you really know your First Amendment rights? The Freedom Forum's First Amendment Academy is a free, engaging resource for libraries to share with patrons.

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.

Oct 19, 2018

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.

Oct 19, 2018

Libraries Help Each Other Address Food Insecurity

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

Oct 15, 2018

American Dream Literacy Initiative Grants

Public libraries are invited to apply by Dec. 14 for a $10,000 grant to support adult literacy services.

Oct 8, 2018

A Mystery Maker Challenge

Even without a dedicated makerspace, you can still incorporate maker elements into your day.

Oct 5, 2018

Welcome New Baby Program

Providing a book for a new baby builds community between the library, schools and families.

Oct 5, 2018

Familiar With Financial Literacy?

ALA is seeking contributing authors for a book on personal finance and financial literacy in libraries.

Sep 26, 2018

APPLY NOW: American Creed Grants

Public libraries are invited to apply by Nov. 19 for programming grants centered around a PBS film.

Sep 24, 2018

Confirmation Bias: Resources for Teens

Don't let your young patrons be sitting ducks for misinformation.

Sep 21, 2018

Learn to Skateboard

Teen librarian Colleen Whittall takes her teens to the skate park — with nary a book in sight.

Sep 21, 2018

Dear Banned Author: You Make a Difference

Send a note of encouragement to the author of a banned book through ALA's Dear Banned Author campaign.