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Programming Ideas

Tired of the same old programs? Here are some great ideas for something new.

ACL GRANT REPORT: Daly City Public Library

ACL GRANT REPORTS  Daly City Public Library  The Daly City Public Library was thrilled to be a recipient of the 2018 ACL mini-grant! On June 26th at the Serramonte branch, we were fortunate to have the [continue reading]

Published on Aug 19, 2018
Posted by: pennypeck
Categories: News, Programming Ideas
Tags: ACL Grant Report

DIY: Talk Like a Pirate Day!

DO IT YOURSELF PROGRAMMING: Talk Like a Pirate Day!  September 19th is International Talk Like a Pirate Day, which has been celebrated since 2002 and makes for a fun library program theme. Many libraries enjoy [continue reading]

Published on Jul 16, 2018
Posted by: pennypeck
Categories: DIY: Do It Yourself, Programming Ideas
Tags: Talk Like a Pirate Day

DIY: “Reading Takes You Everywhere” Around the World Crafts and Game Program

DO IT YOURSELF PROGRAMMING Last month, we offered an outline for a fun Do-It-Yourself craft and game program on Music for those doing the “Libraries Rock” summer reading program. This month, we offer ideas for [continue reading]

Published on Feb 23, 2018
Posted by: pennypeck
Categories: DIY: Do It Yourself, Multicultural Programs/Equity   , Programming Ideas
Tags: "Reading Takes You Everywhere", 2018 Summer Reading, Do It Yourself Programming

Do It Yourself Programming: “Libraries Rock!”

DO IT YOURSELF PROGRAMMING – “Libraries Rock!” A great theme for a Do-It-Yourself craft and game program on Music can be fun anytime of year, but it is particularly relevant if you will be doing [continue reading]

Published on Feb 2, 2018
Posted by: pennypeck
Categories: Programming Ideas
Tags: Libraries Rock!

ACL’s 31st Annual Performers Showcase Set for Feb. 3, 2018

Come see over thirty children’s performers, all in one day, all in one place! Presented by the Association of Children’s Librarians of Northern California, the 31st annual Performers’ Showcase will be held on Saturday 3rd [continue reading]

Published on Jan 15, 2018
Posted by: pennypeck
Categories: ACL Events, Performers, Professional Development, Programming Ideas
Tags: Performers' Showcase

Do It Yourself Programming Ideas: Dragons

DO IT YOURSELF PROGRAMMING Dragons can be a great programming theme for any time of year, and there are many dragon-themed books that can be displayed during a Dragon celebration. Whether it is a dragon [continue reading]

Published on Aug 28, 2017
Posted by: pennypeck
Categories: Programming Ideas
Tags: Dragons

Do It Yourself Programming: Captain Underpants

DO IT YOURSELF PROGRAMMING  “Captain Underpants” Movie Showing and Activities      The film adaptation of “Captain Underpants” was released in theaters this summer to positive reviews. When it comes out on DVD, hold a “Captain Underpants” [continue reading]

Published on Jul 23, 2017
Posted by: pennypeck
Categories: Book Themed, Programming Ideas
Tags: Captain Underpants

Free Online Conference on Makerspaces – Register Now for Oct. 11, 2017 Event

Event: Web Conference Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2017 Time: 12 – 3 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time Location: Online Cost: Free Summer may be conference season, but we have one more conference coming up in the [continue reading]

Published on Jul 14, 2017
Posted by: pennypeck
Categories: Professional Development, Programming Ideas, Updates
Tags: Makers Spaces, San Jose State University iSchool
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