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.
Collaborative Library Program Success Stories
Partnering with civic groups, and artists are just a few ways to create lasting community connections.
How Libraries Can Create Joyful Communities
How can libraries create joyful communities?
Respecting and Integrating Newcomers
How can libraries make communities more welcoming?
How Libraries Can Increase Community Economic Vitality
How can libraries make communities more economically vital?
Promoting Wellbeing
How can libraries make communities healthier?
Public Participation: How Libraries Support Civically Engaged Communities
How can libraries make communities more civically engaged?
Express Yourself
How can libraries build more creative communities?
How Libraries are Building Knowledgeable Communities
How can libraries make communities more knowledgeable?
Apply Now: Thinking Money for Kids Program Kits
Apply now for a Thinking Money for Kids Program Kit, an all-in-one kit for children's financial education.
Building Social Capital in the Library
How can libraries make communities more connected?
Academic Libraries and Exhibitions
Academic librarians share how they engage the campus with the Americans and the Holocaust exhibit.
Sounding Off On Streaming
Yes, you can play (and in some cases stream) music during library programs. Here are some of your options.