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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.

Access Entertainment introduces patrons to free digital content

At the Mid-Continent Public Library, staff members help patrons make sense of their devices and the vast world of free content.

Dec 17, 2015

Library Offers Safe Space for LGBT Event

When an elementary school was threatened with a lawsuit and had to cancel a book reading, the public library opened its doors.

Programs for Ex-Offenders

While the library welcomes ex-offenders, they can be a difficult population to target. Here are three ways to market and tailor your programs to this less-visible group.

Rural Roots: Holiday Tradition

Larry Grieco's take on a well-known Christmas poem has become part of his small town's holiday traditions.

Pizza and Positivity

University of Dayton Libraries has the formula for a great finals week: free pizza for students, nostalgia for alumni, and warm fuzzies for everyone.

Holidaze Crafts for Teens

Throw a holiday craft party for teens and help them make cute creations for their families and friends.

The Overnight Expert

You've been tasked with creating a program on an unfamiliar topic. Don't panic!

Nov 25, 2015

An Interview with Blue Valley High School's Ken Stewart

Inspired by an ALA training session, a Kansas librarian integrated community voices into his high school library.

Where Christmas Begins

An exhibit of nativities from around the world is cause for celebration each year at the University of Dayton.

Picks for International Games Day

Blogger Veronica Stork suggests several fun, cheap video games for your gaming celebration.

Kansas City Keeps Storytelling Alive

Each November, Kansas City libraries and school districts create a citywide storytime with the Kansas City Storytelling Celebration.

Reaching for the Stars!

Does alien life exist? Blogger Dana Vinke's LA-area library searches for answers via science-based programs.