“A Universe of Stories’ is the 2019 theme for the Collaborative Summer Library Program, which is used by many libraries: www.cslpreads.org/. Space, astronomy, and space travel are all fun topics for a do it yourself [continue reading]
Programming Ideas
Tired of the same old programs? Here are some great ideas for something new.
DIY: “Ramona Quimby”
Do It Yourself Programming Ideas: Beverly Cleary’s “Ramona Quimby” has been a beloved children’s book character for generations; her books are read by both boys and girls as soon as they move up [continue reading]
San Jose Public Library Program – Graphic Novel Making
San Jose Public Library Graphic Novel Making Contest Summer 2018 The San Jose Public Library was most appreciative to be chosen as a recipient of the 2018 ACL mini grant program. This grant was used [continue reading]
ACL Mini-Grants Available; Apply by Feb. 15, 2019
New ACL Mini-Grants Available to Members Grants ($500 maximum) are available for library programs that are not part of the regular budget, including (but not limited to) author or illustrator guest speakers, professional performances for [continue reading]
Register for the Annual ACL Performers Showcase
Come see over thirty children’s performers, all in one day, all in one place! Presented annually by the Association of Children’s Librarians of Northern California, the Performers’ Showcase is a great day of entertainment that [continue reading]
DIY: Mr. Lemoncello’s Library
Do It Yourself Programming Ideas: Mr. Lemoncello’s Library The “Mr. Lemoncello” series of tween novels by Chris Grabenstein would make a wonderful basis for a library Do It Yourself celebration, with games and crafts inspired [continue reading]
ACL Grant Report: Fairfax Public Library
The Fairfax Public Library (a branch of the Marin County Free Library system) was honored to be a recipient of the 2018 ACL mini grant! The library property is quite large and includes a beautiful [continue reading]
ACL GRANT REPORT: Cragmont Elementary School
ACL GRANT REPORTS: Cragmont Elementary School, Berkeley On April 11, 2018, Cragmont was honored to host award winning author and illustrator Kathryn Otoshi for two assemblies and an educator workshop. The event reached 380 students [continue reading]