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Catch up on the latest in library programming news.

Introducing the First-Ever ALA Demo Day: Games & Play

Demo Day: Games & Play (Nov. 18, 2026) will showcase innovative games, puzzles, toys and play-based learning resources designed to engage library users of all ages. Free with registration!

From Relationships to Recipes: Preserving the Stories of Our Latino Community Through a Collaborative Cookbook

This community cookbook, celebrating the local Latino community, was an opportunity for programming, historical preservation and cross-cultural engagement.

Springfield City Library Helps Voters Get Reader. Voter. Ready.

As midterms approach, your library can help community members stay informed and prepared to participate in elections while also supporting year-round civic participation.

Beyond Recycling: How Libraries Are Rethinking Sustainability

As climate change becomes more visible in daily life, libraries can build sustainability into everyday decisions, from disaster preparedness to partnerships.

Run with It

Start a walking or running club at your library using these helpful tips from blogger Jenn Carson.

'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.

Hooray for Bollywood

Programming that draws upon part of your library collection can actually be fun, Dana Vinke proves.

Kinetic Literacy

Discover the importance of kinetic literacy and why it is an essential component of library programming.