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Catch up on the latest in library programming news.

Apply Now: Resilient Communities: Advancing Sustainability in and through Libraries

This new initiative is designed to equip 100 public library workers with the knowledge and tools to lead on sustainability. Apply by November 14.

Personal Finance Programming and Information Services Survey: Receive a Free Supply of Eco-Friendly Piggy Banks

ALA and the FINRA Investor Education Foundation are interested in providing future training and grant opportunities to support the role of public libraries as providers of personal finance programming. Survey results will help plan these future offerings. The first 100 respondents will receive a supply of eco-friendly piggy banks!

New & Free Webinars for Programming Librarians

Looking for some quick professional development? Here are four recent and upcoming webinars perfect for programming librarians.

First Amendment Academy: Free Quizzes and Courses to Share with Library Patrons

How well do you really know your First Amendment rights? The Freedom Forum's First Amendment Academy is a free, engaging resource for libraries to share with patrons.

Jun 24, 2012

Collection Development and Programming

The Bridging Cultures Bookshelf on Muslim Journeys will bring free books and films to 1,000 libraries.

Jun 23, 2012

Programming for Civic Engagement

MLIS student Rachel Lux comments on “Libraries at the Crossroads: Programming for Civic Engagement" at ALA's 2012 annual conference.

Jun 21, 2012

Intergenerational Dessert and Discussion

Some things lend themselves well to bridging the generational divide, and what better than a good novel?

Jun 19, 2012

Innovative Programming at Community Colleges

During the Sniff Off Contest, students and staff were challenged to identify the fragrances with their blend names.

Jun 14, 2012

New for June at EDSITEment

EDSITEment celebrates National Zoo and Aquarium Month and offers a resource guide to accompany the College Board’s recommended reading lists.

Jun 5, 2012

Enriching Programs by Increasing Accessibility

The National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped offers a primer on connecting readers to materials.

Jun 5, 2012

Great Programs STEM from Partnerships

Johnston (Iowa) Public Library was chosen to host ALA's “Visions of the Universe” traveling exhibition.

May 8, 2012

New for May at EDSITEment

EDSITEment offers three Launchpads designed to spark discussion about three great works.

May 3, 2012

Finals Week, Inspired by Students

Roesch Library at the University of Dayton strives to make our spaces and services conducive to studying but also memorable.

Apr 30, 2012

Systemwide Training for Programming Librarians

If only there was a class on how to select, plan, coordinate, and publicize programs! Here is Palm Beach County Library's approach.

Apr 27, 2012

Library Media Specialist Francie Clinton

When you are the library media specialist at a secure juvenile center, programming is not an easy task.

Apr 26, 2012

'Tyrell' Author Coe Booth

Booth's book was featured as part of ALA's Great Stories CLUB, a book club for at-risk youth.