"This professional primer introduces librarians to the concept of passive programming, and provides plans for implementing a wide array of intergenerational programs in libraries"-- Provided by publisher.

Chapter 1:Books and reading -- Guess the author -- Laid-back book club -- The literary gnome -- Mr. Gnome reads the classics -- Name that story -- Our books go far -- Shredded book contest -- Chapter 2: Writing -- Celebrity encounters -- Crazy captions -- One story, many authors -- Writing center -- Chapter 3: Mysteries -- Get a clue -- Mystery theme contest -- Whodunit? -- Chapter 4: Scavenger hunts -- April fools' challenge -- Catch that gnome! -- Coded message scavenger hunt -- Find the pickle! -- Letterboxing at the library -- Chapter 5: Get creative -- Chain calendars -- LEGO display -- Masquerade -- Star Garlands -- Chapter 6: Exchanges -- Craft supply swap -- Puzzle exchange -- Winter holiday card exchange -- Chapter 7: Partnering with outside organizations -- Crafting for charity -- Do you recognize me? -- Meet the Milfords -- The spreading cheer project -- Chapter 8: Theme months -- 80s month -- Celebrate cicadas.