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Catch up on the latest in library programming news.

Call for Advisors: Libraries as Leaders in Bridging Divides

ALA is seeking four advisors for Libraries Transforming Communities (LTC): Libraries as Leaders in Bridging Divides. Applications are due by November 13.

Introducing the First-Ever ALA Demo Day: Games & Play

Demo Day: Games & Play (Nov. 18, 2026) will showcase innovative games, puzzles, toys and play-based learning resources designed to engage library users of all ages. Free with registration!

From Relationships to Recipes: Preserving the Stories of Our Latino Community Through a Collaborative Cookbook

This community cookbook, celebrating the local Latino community, was an opportunity for programming, historical preservation and cross-cultural engagement.

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.

Great Stories CLUB

The Great Stories CLUB is a reading and discussion program that targets underserved, troubled teens. 

Jazz Appreciation Month

April is Jazz Appreciation Month! So break out your records and pay tribute to this historical and living American art form.

Two of a Kind: Author Pairings

Looking for tips on how to tempt one of your favorite authors for a reading at your library? The solution is easier than you think!