Library's 2026 NEA Big Read programs scheduled

The Vigo County Public Library has a tasty offering as it kicks off its 2026 NEA Big Read on Saturday — "Bite by Bite: ...
Chicago Tribune

Waukegan library promotes reading to children, getting cards: ‘It helps parents and children form meaningful memories’

Though people may not readily think of their library card from the Waukegan Public Library as a vehicle to receive a discount at a local restaurant, a reduced-price theater ticket, or free entry to a ...
Good e-Reader

The Storyteller’s Death by Ann Dávila Cardinal is free to read on Libby

A couple of times a year, Overdrive offers its Big Library Read program for the Libby app. This allows public libraries to offer one free audiobook and e-book of a particular title with no waitlists ...
American Libraries

Reading the Room

Many academic librarians wonder how to get more students into campus libraries. At the University of Florida’s (UF) George A. Smathers Libraries in Gainesville, we’ve had success by bringing the ...
WRIC

Chesterfield Public Library announces ‘Read to Recovery’ collection

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — In recognition of National Recovery Month, Chesterfield Public Library has announced its new “Read to Recovery” collection, featuring books that support opioid ...