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Catch up on the latest in library programming news.

Pursuing Accessibility in Historic Sites: Insights from Vermont’s Bixby Memorial Free Library

Insights on how to make aging library buildings more accessible to all patrons, including those with disabilities.

Sensory-Friendly Programming: Lessons from Small & Rural Libraries

Lessons on how to create effective sensory-friendly programs, courtesy of small and rural libraries.

Help! How Do I Talk About Disability at My Library?

Best practices for talking about disabilities in libraries and other public settings.

Drawn to the Library: Programs for National Library Week 2025

Whatever draws you in, the library has something for everyone. Celebrate National Library Week (April 6 - 12, 2025) with these comic-related program ideas.

Princeton Public Library's Open Archive

A popular program introduces patrons to local artifacts — no display cases involved.

Have Things, Will Program

Is your library circulating sports equipment? Don't just loan out the stuff — show people how to use it.

3 Ways to Build Partnerships at Your Small Library

Short on time to create and foster partnerships? Here are three simple ways to get started.

Aug 21, 2019

Request Your Free Poster Exhibition

While supplies last, the Smithsonian is offering a free World War I poster exhibition to libraries.

Deepfakes: What They Are, Why They Matter

Deepfakes add a layer to our media literacy landscape. How can we help kids decipher fact from fiction?

Gardening for Kids Programs Grow Community Connections

A Free Library of Philadelphia branch hosts a kids' gardening program as part of the system's Community-Centered Libraries initiative.

Libraries Rock

Haven't heard of the craze for painting and hiding rocks? You might be living under, well … a boulder.

A Small (but Mighty) Makerspace

Griswold Public Library — a small library — wanted a makerspace. They ended up making two.

Relight Your Programming Fire

From the old faithfuls to the less obvious, here's a list of spots to hit up when you need program ideas.

Engaging Community Partners in Program Planning

A Free Library of Philadelphia librarian shares how community engagement training helped her learn to ignite lasting partner relationships.

Jul 30, 2019

Improving Services for New Americans

More than half of new Americans use a public library more than once a week. How can we help them thrive?

Biking through History at the Library

Move a little, learn a little. Libraries are embracing programs that combine biking and local history.