Free Facilitation Resources for Small and Rural Libraries
Free materials from ALA are designed to help library workers prepare for and lead discussions in their communities.
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8 Ways to "Go Green" for Earth Day
Still looking for an Earth Day program? Think: Beeswax wrap, fix-it fairs and composting classes.
Programming for the Census
Check out resources from ALA, the Census Bureau and others for help preparing for the 2020 Census.
The Tunnel Tour: Heading Underground
Springfield-Greene County Library's underwater creek tour brought folks into a rarely seen ecological world.
Earth Day 2020: The 50th Anniversary
Mark your event calendars: April 22 is the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, and its theme is climate action.
Looking to Cook? Instant Pots, Supermarket Dieticians and More
Equipment demos, visits from local cafe owners and other cooking programs have been a success at rural Winterset Public Library.
Not Today, Santa
Are you swearing off holiday programs at your library? Here are a few winter program ideas to try instead.
Ben Franklin Circle
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Based on Franklin’s “club for mutual improvement,” these meetings help participants improve themselves and their communities.
Reindeer Run: A Holiday Tradition
This time of year, we could all use some exercise. This festive, dress-up fun run raises money for charity.
APPLY NOW: Facilitation Training
An ALA initiative helps small and rural library staff develop the communication skills they need to thrive.