Commemorating 250 Years: 12 Library Programs to Explore Local History During the United States Semiquincentennial
2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Start preparing now with these 12 program ideas.
What Library Patrons Have to Say About Accessibility
Three library users with disabilities share what they've noticed and what they'd still like to see in their library's accessibility efforts.
Partnering for Accessibility in Small & Rural Libraries
Community partnerships can be instrumental for small and rural libraries. These libraries share how they benefit from working with partners on important accessibility projects.
Solving Accessibility Challenges in Small & Rural Libraries
Through a combination of practical workarounds, creative rethinking and sheer persistence, these small and rural libraries have worked to bring their accessibility plans to fruition.
Library Walking and Running Clubs
Partnering with a local running club can make both the library and running communities stronger.
Seniors, Don't Be Scammed
Working with the police and senior service providers, a library helps its seniors avoid costly scams.
Curating and Cultivating Exhibitors
Create dynamic library spaces and flawless exhibition schedules with these exhibitor tips.
WRITE Stuff Writing Club
This monthly writing club is for all types — from hard-core, disciplined (kid) writers to those who just want to have fun.
Finals Week: We’ll Be There for You
The One Where Roesch Library’s Friends-themed Finals Week Services Are a Total Hit.
May Flowers are Dazzling
Spring is the time to celebrate new beginnings — and to inspire your teens and tweens with colorful crafts.
5 Steps to Success: Starting a Program in Large Library Systems
Large library systems often have the resources to create innovating programming, but it can be tough to get new ideas off the ground. Get started with these questions.
7 Adventurous Summer Programs
Kick off summer at your library with unique programs that think "outside the book."
Hosting Children's Programs with Grace
Veteran children's librarians share their tips and tricks for handling a room full of excitable kids.
When Library Student Workers Take Over Instagram
Loyola Marymount University's library invited student workers to take over their Instagram account throughout the semester.
Creative Aging in America’s Libraries: The Halftime Report
Lifetime Arts is halfway through a national project to help libraries better serve older adults with the creative arts.
Preservation Week 2016
Connect with your community through events that demonstrate how to preserve our personal and shared collections.