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.
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.
“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.
Accessibility as a Path to Sustainability
By centering the needs and priorities of people with disabilities, libraries are investing in accessibility upgrades that will bring long-term benefits to their communities.
Dialogue & Deliberation Workshop Stipend for Small/Rural Public Libraries
Public libraries that serve small and/or rural communities may apply for a stipend to attend a workshop at the 2018 ALA Annual Conference.
Lessons from Totality: The 2017 Solar Eclipse
The next North American total solar eclipse is only seven years away. Will you be ready?
Making Trivia Masters: Using Trivia to Turn Students into Explorers
A weekly trivia challenge encourages students to explore lesser-known parts of their library.
Cultural Cooks
Serve up this cooking program that draws on the local talent and knowledge of your patrons
Marketing Using Facebook Events
The elusive Facebook event. Who sees it? Do people use Facebook events anymore? Is it worth your time?
Get Ready for Small Business Saturday®
Learn how your library can unite small businesses in your community on Nov 25.
My Favorite Things: School Library Resources
We all have our go-to spots to search for program inspiration. Here are a few favorites.
‘The Vietnam War’ Free Programming Guide
Download a free 42-page guide with program ideas and resources for the new PBS documentary.
Family Dance Party
Looking for an energy boost? Here's a playlist that will get the whole family up and moving.
'Stranger Things' at the Library: DIY Craft Night
The second season of the hit Neflix show will be released on Oct. 27, and fans are pumped.
Event Planning
A simple one-sheet form can help get a complicated program off on the right foot.
Programming in My Urban Community College Library
Sandy Marcus shares lessons learned from 25 years of community college librarianship.