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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.

Connect with Comics

It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a great opportunity to join in on a national celebration of your patrons' interests!

Booking with a Buddy

Skokie Public Library is winning the fight against "summer slide" with its longtime buddy-reading program.

LMU Speaks

A university library created a winning storytelling program from the ground up — and so can you.

Boot Camps for Kids

Skokie Public Library offers multi-day boot camps to help kids explore topics in depth.

Hail to the Green

Mrs. Librarian Lady shares lots of green-themed ideas to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.