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Catch up on the latest in library programming news.

7 Tips to Bring Sustainability into Your Library Programming

Don't know where to start with sustainability programs? Here are 7 tips that will be helpful on your sustainability programming journey.

Where the Tweens Are: Financial Literacy and a Summer Morning at a Rural Library

If your library struggles with tween engagement, you’re not alone. Perry County District Library proves that tween engagement is possible and totally enriching.

Making Dementia-Friendly Libraries

How libraries can incorporate dementia-friendly principles into their spaces, their collections and their interactions with patrons.

Setting Up a Memory Café at Your Library: A How-to Guide

By creating a space for people with dementia and their loved ones to relax and enjoy the company of others, Memory Cafés can reduce feelings of isolation.

The Gift of Reading

A birthday book donation program can be a gift to the whole library community.

May 30, 2018

Getting in Tune with the Community: San José Public Library and the Harwood Institute

In San José, meeting the needs of Spanish-speaking patrons began with asking the right questions.

May 29, 2018

ALA, Harwood Institute Announce 2018

The 2.5-day interactive workshop will help libraries of all types learn to lead positive change in their communities.

Parks & Rec: A Health Programming Partner

Partnering with local, state and national parks and recreation departments can help build healthy communities.

May 21, 2019

PBS Books' Library Engagement Program

A new library engagement program from PBS Books offers some exciting opportunities for libraries.

Eight Nifty Summer Programming Ideas

When summer comes, many students stop reading. Here are some creative ways to keep books in their hands.

Frankenstein @ 200

How is your library celebrating 200 years of Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus"?

Wake Up! Story Time

These two books will be sure to get kids moo-vin' and groovin' in an action-packed story time session.

Apr 30, 2018

Our Picks for ALA 2018

Don't miss these sessions (and speaker Michelle Obama) at the 2018 ALA Annual Conference in New Orleans.

May 8, 2018

What is a Public Program, Anyway?

We know programming when we see it, but it's hard to define. Share your thoughts on our definition.

May 8, 2018

APPLY NOW: Great Stories Club

Learn how you can lead reading and discussion groups with underserved teens in your community.

Lights, Camera, and an Idea Worth Spreading

With TED Talks' TED-Ed Clubs, librarians can encourage young people to share their big ideas.