Programming is an important means of not only drawing new people to the library but also better serving existing patrons. Lear’s invaluable guide to adult programs is back---and better than ever, with refreshed, expanded content and new ideas to reinvigorate programs and give them a 21st-century spin. This edition includes

• Updated chapters on basics such as funding, crafting guidelines, topic selection, publicity, post-program evaluations, and more
• A new section on technology, with ideas for online book discussions, offering programs via Skype, and turning programs into podcasts
• Methods for tailoring programs for specific groups, such as men, baby boomers, and seniors
• Sample newsletters, press releases, scheduling forms, and program models, all available as downloads via weblinks

• Walking the reader through every aspect of adult programming, this new edition of a tried-and-true book is truly a librarian’s best friend.