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10 Things Library Workers Should Know About the Internet's Invisible Architecture

Navigating the internet and its invisible architecture can be bewildering. Here are 10 things library workers should know.

Proceed with Caution: Helping Users Understand Crypto Assets

Perhaps a patron has asked you a question like, “Is crypto safe?” Librarians can help patrons learn more about crypto assets through many free and trustworthy resources.

Checking Out Connectivity: Small and Rural Libraries Share Hotspot Lending Impact

Through ALA's Community Connect initiative, libraries in small towns have significantly enhanced internet accessibility for underserved populations.

Tackling Personal Finance at the Library? Bookmark These Links

Are you looking for information on teaching financial literacy at the library? Look no further than this selection of articles.

Jun 15, 2023

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.

Jun 12, 2023

Building Social Capital in the Library

How can libraries make communities more connected?

Jun 9, 2023

Academic Libraries and Exhibitions

Academic librarians share how they engage the campus with the Americans and the Holocaust exhibit.

Jun 6, 2023

Sounding Off On Streaming

Yes, you can play (and in some cases stream) music during library programs. Here are some of your options.

May 30, 2023

Free DiY Exhibit From the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

Libraries can apply to download a free DiY exhibit from the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.

May 24, 2023

LGBTQ+ Pride Month

June celebrates the important contributions LGBTQIA people have made throughout history.

May 31, 2023

Misinformation Shouldn’t Stop Pride Programming

It didn’t take long for misinformation to hit this library's Pride programs – but that didn't stop them.

May 23, 2023

Can't-Miss Sessions at ALA Annual Conference 2023

Will you be in Chicago this summer? Check out our top picks for ALA Annual 2023 sessions.

May 17, 2023

100 Hotspots, 20 Rural Libraries

Two small town libraries share how WiFi hotspots for checkout benefitted their communities.

May 2, 2023

“What Will I Do?”

Thousands viewed the Americans and the Holocaust exhibit at this library and the impact continues.

May 1, 2023

7 Steps to Community Engagement

A new report highlights the crucial steps libraries take to effective community engagement.

Apr 24, 2023

What Makes Library Partnerships Valuable

Library partnerships are valuable in many ways. Read about how libraries work with partners to design, plan and implement successful programs.