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Catch up on the latest in library programming news.

Springfield City Library Helps Voters Get Reader. Voter. Ready.

As midterms approach, your library can help community members stay informed and prepared to participate in elections while also supporting year-round civic participation.

Beyond Recycling: How Libraries Are Rethinking Sustainability

As climate change becomes more visible in daily life, libraries can build sustainability into everyday decisions, from disaster preparedness to partnerships.

Apply Now: A Year of STEM

Apply by October 28 for a chance to receive 12 months of curated STEM programming to foster curiosity and STEM-mindedness in early childhood learners.

Curious Kids Club: Full STEAM Ahead!

This library transformed a traditional summer reading program into the Curious Kids Club, a six-week, hands-on summer program with a science-camp feel that combined literacy with STEAM.

Feb 3, 2010

Copyright Tips for Programming Librarians

Many libraries offer film screenings. Do you need to get permission from the copyright holder?

Jan 28, 2010

Ideas from Peers for Book Discussions

A question about ALA's Great Stories CLUB program sparks a conversation about book clubs.

Jan 12, 2010

Programming Librarian for Library Students

Heather Paulson shares how Programming Librarian is one of her main inroads into the library world.

Jan 8, 2010

New for January at EDSITEment

EDSITEment celebrates the moral vision of Martin Luther King and offers new lessons on the role of the NAACP in American history.

Dec 11, 2009

Louisa May Alcott

A new documentary recognizes Louisa May Alcott's extraordinary life and literary contributions.

Dec 3, 2009

New for December at EDSITEment

EDSITEment showcases a new lesson, “Boycotting the Baubles from Britain” and highlights a curriculum unit about Pearl Harbor.

Nov 3, 2009

New for November at EDSITEment

November is Native American Heritage Month, and EDSITEment is celebrating by featuring the recent five-part PBS series.

Oct 29, 2009

Making the Case for Library Programming

Make a case for library programming with tips that will have administration, board members, colleagues and the public recognizing its value.

Oct 13, 2009

Financial Wellness Month

January is Financial Wellness Month! To help patrons set and reach their financial goals, we've collected a number of online resources.

Sep 3, 2009

Collaborating to Create School Programming

School Library Media Specialist Sandra Wiseman discusses her award-winning "History Hits the Road" program.

Jul 13, 2009

Prime Time Family Reading Time

"Prime Time Family Reading Time" has developed a program specifically for underserved families with young children.

Jul 7, 2009

One Book, One San Diego

“One Book, One San Diego” inspires dynamic conversation, contemplation and an exchange of personal experiences with a story.