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Catch up on the latest in library programming news.

Bringing Home the Concept of Where We Come From: Programs on Human Migration

Experience "airplane" travel, create a family tree and hear migration stories from community members. These programs from a Wisconsin library explore the question: Where do we come from?

Call for Advisors: Aging Together: An Evaluation of Library Programming for Older Adults

ALA is seeking nine librarian advisors to support a new project to evaluate and summarize the state of older adult programming in libraries and offer recommendations.

Apply Now: Digital Pathways: Online Health Literacy Programming for Adults

12 public libraries will be selected to receive a resource package and hands-on support to strengthen their online health literacy offerings. Apply by January 7, 2026.

Apply Now: Resilient Communities: Advancing Sustainability in and through Libraries

This new initiative is designed to equip 100 public library workers with the knowledge and tools to lead on sustainability. Apply by November 14.

Feb 1, 2024

Sara Jaffarian School Library Program Award

K-12 school librarians are invited to apply for a $5,000 award recognizing outstanding programming.

Dec 12, 2023

Working with Juvenile Detention Facilities

Two experienced librarians share helpful things to know about working with juvenile detention facilities.

Dec 8, 2023

Moving Away From Program Registration

How often is registration necessary for library programs?

Nov 28, 2023

Support Cultural Communities

As you make your end-of-year donations, help our communities shine a little brighter.

Nov 9, 2023

Celebrate SustainRT's 10th Birthday

Join SustainRT for a virtual celebration with networking opportunities and prize giveaways.

Oct 25, 2023

Passive and Relaxed Programs

Passive, relaxed and sensory programs can be enjoyed by all visitors to the library.

Oct 17, 2023

Accessible Performances and Book Clubs

Make your programs welcoming and non-stigmatizing to patrons with or without disabilities.

Oct 16, 2023

Help Shape the Future of BHM Programming

This study aims to explore the current state of Black History Month library programming.

Oct 12, 2023

Join the "Books for All" Campaign

The “Books for All” campaign enables people all over the country to participate, including library systems.

Oct 10, 2023

Creating Accessible Programming Spaces

Whether it be in a meeting room or open library floor, are your programming spaces accessible?

Sep 18, 2023

Build a Better Book

Teens design accessible books and activities for people with disabilities.

Sep 14, 2023

8 Fun Programs Using Primary Sources

These 8 programs utilize a few of the thousands of primary sources available from the Library of Congress.