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Civics in the Library: Can You Pass the Citizenship Test?
How much do you know about civics? Take a sample citizenship test and help assist patrons at the library to become stronger participants in the democratic process.
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Disability Pride Month Resource Round-up
July is Disability Pride Month. This list of resources can help prepare your library to celebrate with programs, book displays and educational opportunities.
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Partnering for Stronger Programming: A Free Toolkit for Libraries
This new toolkit provides five tools for library workers with actionable steps to help partnerships grow sustainably and meet programming goals.
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There is Joy for All: Tips for Joyous Library Programming
Let's bring joy back to the library — for patrons and staff.
Reaching Teens through Passive Programming
Passive programming engages teens in the library without requiring much, making it an ideal solution for when staff is spread too thin.
Muslim Journeys at Portland State University
The Portland State Library shares details about the library’s Muslim Journeys programming.
Celebrate National Poetry Month!
The Academy of American Poets shares some simple ways to celebrate National Poetry Month.
New for March at EDSITEment
EDSITEment looks at Willa Cather, celebrates American women in wartime, and chronicles American history through newspaper archives.
Summer Reading Program Website Launched
The Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) launches the 2013 Teen Summer Reading Programs website.
Q&A with Chris Vallillo
Musician and folklorist, Vallillo, discusses “Abraham Lincoln in Song,” a show that weaves together history and folk songs.
New for February at EDSITEment
EDSITEment celebrates African American history, looks back at two presidents, and welcomes the Year of the Snake.
Making Old Programs Look Like New
How can you attract new faces to your regularly scheduled programs? It is all about the packaging.
New for January at EDSITEment
EDSITEment looks at two American presidents and three giants of American literature: Herman Melville, John Steinbeck and Mark Twain.
Partnerships for Pet Therapy Events
Pets enhance our lives in many ways. Why not let them ease stressful times for students, too?
New for December at EDSITEment
EDSITEment looks back at Pearl Harbor, celebrates Mexican holiday traditions, and peeks into the life of Emily Dickinson.
Crafting an Adult Hand Skills Program
Arts and crafts have long been a staple library program, but have often been aimed at children. Not anymore.