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Catch up on the latest in library programming news.

A New eCourse to Learn the Grant Process for a New Year

This first-of-its-kind ALA self-paced eCourse provides a comprehensive foundation in collaborative grantseeking, proposal development and submission

Call for Advisors: A Year of STEM

ALA is seeking six librarian advisors with expertise in serving early learners, curating book lists and offering STEM programming to support a new project.

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.

Book-to-Movie Clubs @ the Library!

We know, the movies hardly ever measure up. But that doesn't make a Book-to-Movie Club any less fun.

Women's History Month: Inspiration

Celebrate Women's History Month in March with books and programs that are just as diverse as your patrons.

Taking Care of Us

Blogger Jenn Carson shares tips to help us take care of ourselves, so we can continue helping others.

Feb 8, 2016

Library Programs Take to Arkansas Airwaves

The Central Arkansas Library System has started its own radio show to promote programs and services.

Let's Celebrate Anti-Valentine's Day

Blogger Kimberli Buckley shares how to put a twist on traditional flower and heart crafts.

Feb 2, 2016

APPLY NOW: Jaffarian School Library Award

K-8 school libraries that held humanities programming in 2015-16 could win $5,000.

Feb 1, 2016

An Interview with the Magpie Librarian

Blogger Ingrid Abrams shares how she takes on sensitive social issues with her bold library displays.

Planning Ahead: How Our Summer Programs Come to Life

Ever wonder how other library systems line up their programs? At Mid-Continent Public Library, winter is planning time for warmer days.

Reading for Fun on Campus

Young adults ages 18 to 29 read more than any other age group. But can we get them to read for fun?

Historically Speaking

Local history is programming gold. You just need to know where to look.

Jan 6, 2016

Top Picks for Midwinter 2016

Attending the Midwinter Meeting in Boston? Check out these programming-related sessions and meetings.

New Years Budget Resolutions

New Year's is a time of tightening budgets. Luckily, it's also a time of new habits.