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.
Rural Roots: Social Media
Despite finding social media "puerile and repulsive," blogger Larry Grieco has finally jumped on the bandwagon.
Keep Calm and Take a Spa Day
Sit back and relax with these DIY spa ideas for your teens and tweens.
Boooooks and Eeks-hibits
Celebrate Halloween while promoting services, collections and staff with these clever ideas.
Run with It
Start a walking or running club at your library using these helpful tips from blogger Jenn Carson.
Books, Buds and Bars: Programs for Adult Readers
This September, libraries are celebrating back-to-school with book programs for kids and teens. What activities can best reach our adult readers?
Getting Started with the Harwood Approach
Tuscaloosa (Ala.) Public Library shares tips for getting acquainted with the "turning outward" approach.
'Native Voices' Exhibition
Apply to host a traveling exhibition exploring Native Peoples' concepts of health and illness.
The Art of Library Welcoming
We want library patrons to feel comfortable at our programs, right? Start with the right welcome announcements.
Arts & Culture on a Budget
Arts & Culture Coordinator Veronica Funk shares how she offers programming on a tight budget.
School's Back In Session: Let's Play!
Inspire playfulness and help combat back-to-school stress with these fun teen program ideas.
Hooray for Bollywood
Programming that draws upon part of your library collection can actually be fun, Dana Vinke proves.
Columbus Public Library Gets Benched
Artists in a Wisconsin town partner with the library as part of an effort to unite residents and the city.