New Funding, Deeper Change: How First-Time LTC Grantees Are Making Accessibility Happen
Libraries of all types and sizes frequently rely on grant funding to supplement their budgets. Read about the significant strides first-time small and rural library grantees took toward catalyzing positive change within their communities.
Program Inspiration: 9 Sources Not to Overlook (VIDEO)
With seemingly endless possibilities, how should you decide which programs to pursue? Tina Panik shares nine sources she uses to keep her calendar fresh and to meet the needs of her Connecticut community.
It’s Not Just Book Clubs Anymore: A Brief History of ALA’s Public Programs Office
For 34 years, the Public Programs Office encouraged libraries to think beyond the status quo—and gave them the resources to do just that.
8 Tips for Financial Fitness from Programming Librarians
Tips from programming librarians on how they keep track of what they’re spending, determine whether they’re using funds wisely, and seek financial aid from outside sources.
Zombies, Zombies, Everywhere
Zombie parties are a great way to engage your teen groups.
So, You Want to Start a Minecraft Program
Want to start a Minecraft program, but aren't sure where to start? Here are some things to consider.
May is Mental Health Month
One in five people will experience a mental health disorder this year. Libraries can help raise awareness.
Welcome to the New Programming Librarian
Your online resources for all things library programming-related is back with a new look.
Q&A with Baltimore Library Manager
In the aftermath of Freddie Gray's death, riots swelled outside Diggs' branch. Here's how the library responded.
Yoga in the Library
Common questions asked and answered about yoga programs in public and school libraries.
Gear Up for Bike Month
Gear up for some fun programming for National Bike Month with these spoke-tacular ideas.
Naked Truth: Tell Your Story
Inspired by StoryCorps and "The Moth," Mill Valley Public Library offers its own spin on storytelling.
A Visit to Chicago Public Library's Maker Lab
Learn about Chicago Public Library's makerspace, its future and the challenges of running the lab.
Library Music Programming Isn't Just Kidstuff
Library patrons expect public libraries to provide quality kids' entertainment, especially music. But what about music for grown-ups?
National Arts and Humanities Month
October is National Arts and Humanities Month, a great time for communities to celebrate the arts and discuss culture.
APPLY: NEH Common Heritage Grants
Digitize your community's artifacts with funding from the National Endowment for the Humanities.