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Catch up on the latest in library programming news.

“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.

Celebrate 150 Years of ALA: Our Top Picks for ALA Annual 2026

ALA Annual returns to Chicago to celebrate a milestone and shape the future of libraries. Are you going? See our top program picks.

Beyond the Red Carpet: How Local "Celebrities" Revitalized a Literacy Classic in Bienville Parish

For National Library Week, Bienville Parish Library celebrated everyday community members by making them the stars of their own READ™ poster.

Jul 27, 2017

Family Yoga Party

Celebrate International Yoga Day — or any day, really — with kid-friendly, animal-inspired yoga poses.

Jul 27, 2017

5 Quick Ideas for Banned Books Week

Banned Books Week 2018 starts Sept. 23. Get your plans in order with these simple programming ideas.

Jul 27, 2017

Announcing Free Dialogue & Deliberation Learning Series for Academic Libraries

Libraries Transforming Communities: Models for Change will introduce academic library workers to dialogue and facilitation approaches.

Jul 20, 2017

Small Tribe Librarian: Making the Most of Free Resources

Are you in need of a starting point or some direction? These free resources will get your imagination going.

Jul 20, 2017

Coming Soon: Media Literacy Training for Public Libraries

ALA and the Center for News Literacy at the Stony Brook School of Journalism have announced Media Literacy @ Your Library.

5 Passive Program Ideas for School Libraries

Pick a corner of the library for drop-in activities, set out the supplies and instructions, and let it go!

Jul 12, 2017

5 'Garnishes' for Adult Booktalk Programs

With just a little extra prep work, you can make your booktalk programs extra memorable.

Jul 7, 2017

Astronomy Week: STEM for Everyone!

With a total solar eclipse coming soon, now is the time to kickstart your library's STEM offerings.

Jun 29, 2017

Sarah Jessica Parker & Book Club Central

ALA's star-studded book club resource is a one-stop shop for engaging content and helpful information.

Jun 28, 2017

Keeping Tabs on Deadlines with Excel

How do track deadlines? If you’re making lists or plugging in Outlook reminders, there may be an easier way.

Jun 21, 2017

Quick & Easy Professional Development

Article discussion groups are perfect for offering quick and easy professional development for teachers.

Jun 15, 2017

Meet-huh? Getting Started with Meetup

Meetup.com can be a powerful community-building tool — if you know how to use it.