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Catch up on the latest in library programming news.

Engagement and Advocacy Start with Community Mapping

Taking time to understand who you know — and who you don’t know — is a great way to begin your journey toward being a community-informed programming librarian.

New Landscape Report on the Current State of Library Programs for Older Adults

ALA has released a new landscape report to better understand the current state of library programming for older adults.

At the Program: What to Focus on When Hosting In-Person Events (VIDEO)

What should library staff pay attention to when hosting an in-person event? This video walks you through what to look out for.

A City That Plays Together: What It Takes to Run a 17,000-Player Library Game

Playable at various community points, Ann Arbor District Library’s Summer Game is played by thousands of people of all ages and has become a community tradition.

Jul 12, 2012

New for July at EDSITEment

EDSITEment celebrates two July 12 birthdays: Henry David Thoreau and Pablo Neruda.

Jul 10, 2012

The Rural Library for Learning and Culture

Rural libraries have a special role to play in the communities they serve. In fact, the smaller the community, the bigger looms the library.

Jun 28, 2012

Award-winning Books for Programs

ALA announces the first recipients of the Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction.

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.