Geek the Library wants to help U.S. public libraries start local conversations. Libraries in 41 states are using the campaign as a springboard to raise community awareness about the value of the library and the critical funding issues many librari

With travel costs high and libraries busier than ever, library staff are using online technologies to connect and learn. Over 300 librarians attended the Februrary 28, 2013, free one-day online conference, Big Talk From Small Libraries, aimed at l

I have a theory that there is a little bit of magic involved in public library community outreach programs. I don’t believe that the magic is a component of making a good community outreach program. Rather, I believe the magic comes after. It is w

Libraries Remember will once again be observed on September 11, 2012 at the Bensenville Community Public Library in Illinois. In commemoration of the victims of the terrorist attacks, and in celebration of the role public libraries play in the pre

How many times have you tried to get the word out about the important work happening in your library? How many times have you tried to convince your community, politicians, and even colleagues of the value of the library? After attending Jamie LaR

The resources shared about Pinterest during our recent webinar are worth diving into.

I'll admit that I had not heard of Pinterest, the latest trend in online photo sharing, until a couple weeks before our webinar this month. My extremely b