Outreach

For the past two summers, school librarian Sheila Michaels has led a program that gives out bags with books, hygiene items, and snacks—all for free.

School librarian Angie Manfredi took her Los Alamos (NM) Middle School Book Club members to the local public library for a private tour and day of books and fun at the branch.

From petting zoos to field trips, these initiatives forge strong ties with communities.

Among social media platforms filling the void as Twitter/X loses momentum, Bluesky leads in the children’s literature community.

 In colorful shirts and with a contagious excitement about the library, the supervising librarian of the Fairfield Civic Center branch of the Solano County (CA) Library system posts about the little library moments that can have a big impact. 

These public library programs reach out to all kids. 

From YouTube to TikTok, ­librarians’ videos are promoting early literacy and allowing access to learning activities. These tips and examples will inspire you to hit Record.

The hallmark of community schools is free wrap-around services, and more federal funding for community schools means more accessible assistance for those in need.

Virtual maternal health sessions, books in clinics, and more ways for public libraries to reach families since the pandemic.