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Behind the Scenes with Milwaukee Public Library’s TikTok

Milwaukee Public Library's social media presence is famous beyond the library world. We went behind the scenes with the duo behind their videos.

Apply Now: ‘Pulitzer on the Road’ Traveling Exhibition

Public libraries are invited to apply to receive the new traveling exhibit, Pulitzer on the Road: Prize-Winning Works that Inform, Empower & Inspire. Apply by March 27, 2026.

12 Program Ideas for Kids and Resources to Prepare for Financial Literacy Month (April)

April is Financial Literacy Month. Start your preparation now with these program ideas, book suggestions and resources to get kids involved.

Planning a Cents-ational Financial Literacy Storytime

Financial educators recommend teaching basic money concepts as early as three years old. One way to achieve this in your library is by incorporating financial literacy themes into your storytimes.

Seniors, Don't Be Scammed

Working with the police and senior service providers, a library helps its seniors avoid costly scams.

May 26, 2016

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.

May 10, 2016

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.

Apr 28, 2016

When Library Student Workers Take Over Instagram

Loyola Marymount University's library invited student workers to take over their Instagram account throughout the semester.

Apr 26, 2016

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.

Apr 19, 2016

Preservation Week 2016

Connect with your community through events that demonstrate how to preserve our personal and shared collections.

Giving Food for Fines

Blogger Katy Kelly shares tips and tricks for conducting a successful Food for Fines program.