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Reader Voter Ready: Support Voter Engagement Through These Program Ideas

Libraries are nonpartisan, but they are not indifferent. Libraries play an important role in ensuring voters are prepared to participate in local, state and national elections. Check out these program ideas to support voter engagement at your library.

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Aging Together: What Libraries Are Learning About Serving Older Adults

Whether working in large urban systems or small-town libraries, four library workers emphasize that older adults are not a niche audience. They are a vital part of the library community.

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Apply Now: 2026-27 Cohort of the Yiddish Book Center's Public Libraries Program

Apply to join a cohort of public library workers to explore how Yiddish literature can provide a springboard for powerful cultural conversations.

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“It Made All the Difference in the World to Learn About the Experiences of Others”: The Value of Patron Feedback in Accessibility Reviews

By asking patrons to offer feedback on existing accessibility barriers, libraries can ensure that the changes they make to spaces and services reflect and address genuine community needs.

Book Art

Got old, outdated or damaged books?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

A Mystery Maker Challenge

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

Welcome New Baby Program

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

Learn to Skateboard

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