Commemorating 250 Years: 12 Library Programs to Explore Local History During the United States Semiquincentennial
2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Start preparing now with these 12 program ideas.
What Library Patrons Have to Say About Accessibility
Three library users with disabilities share what they've noticed and what they'd still like to see in their library's accessibility efforts.
Partnering for Accessibility in Small & Rural Libraries
Community partnerships can be instrumental for small and rural libraries. These libraries share how they benefit from working with partners on important accessibility projects.
Solving Accessibility Challenges in Small & Rural Libraries
Through a combination of practical workarounds, creative rethinking and sheer persistence, these small and rural libraries have worked to bring their accessibility plans to fruition.
Apply Now: Exploring Human Origins Traveling Exhibition
Apply now for this traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.
Call for Advisors: Media Literacy for Adults
ALA is seeking 6 librarian advisors to support the creation of a new media literacy guide.
Cultivating Community Outside of Class
In what ways are school and academic libraries fostering community outside of the traditional classroom setting?
Combating Misinformation
The problem of misinformation is just one challenge for rural libraries. How are they combating the issue?
Podcasting To Preserve
This library made a podcast on a historic hospital and shared tips on how can start your own.
Making Change Sustainable
Get the most out of your library's strategic plan! Libraries discuss how their strategic plans impact their communities in the long run.
Coming Together Through Music
This library in a town of 600 used music programs to connect isolated community members.
Why Hybrid Is Worth the Work
Accessibility, convenience and comfort for attendees make hybrid programs worth it.
Fighting for Accessibility
A small town library has begun incorporating accessibility into all programs.
It's Eclipse Time Again!
STAR Net is distributing over 5 million eclipse glasses, activities and training to prepare for the upcoming solar eclipses.
Becoming an “Untraditional” Library
An "untraditional" library offers a variety of the basic and not-so-basic needs of a community.
Celebrating Deaf Culture and History
Two Deaf librarians share thoughts on how to best celebrate and include the Deaf community at your library.