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While many of these programs and participants are from public libraries, there are many ideas you could use from here.

I like the idea of using "anytime" instead of "passive". Many of these ideas would work at centers/stations at school libraries.

From Maryland DOE. Very thorough, with standards and many other useful library resources.

Many resources for library media, including the district's curriculum by grade level, mission, summer reading, state award program, and more.

Website for Jordan, UT district that includes many aspects of the library program.  Includes lesson plans, job descriptions, and many links to actual lessons.

Several have recommended these library lesson plans for primary students.

Even if you aren't in NYC, this calendar could give you some ideas for programming and activities, whether online or in person. You might also want to join some of the online ones. Includes book clubs, crafts, tech instruction, and more

Novel Conversations is a free statewide lending library creating conversations across county lines and within communities. Through Novel Conversations, Indiana Humanities lends sets of books to Indiana book clubs, offers program and discussion suggestions, arranges author speaking events, and extends social sharing opportunities. We lend more than 360 titles, primarily fiction and biography, to reading and discussion groups at libraries, senior centers, schools, and other organizations, free of charge. Books include classic titles such as Little Women and To Kill a Mockingbird , as well as contemporary titles such as The Poisonwood Bible and The Time Traveler's Wife. View the book list for a complete listing.

Several great suggestions

Amazing blog article by Franki Sibberson

Great blog post from @jenniferlagarde  She's great to follow on twitter as well.

Some of these could be suitable for school libraries as well. Includes musicians, animal shows, storytellers, magicians, science, and more.

Relatively simple, short application for a $500 minigrant for your library.  Due in March.

Services in a menu format

5 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Get Rid of the Library Assitants.  These reasons apply to librarians as well.

Library Champion program from Lake Central schools.  

Building Level Toolkit: Implementing AASL's Learning Standards and Program Guidelines in Your School Library

Several great, inexpensive examples. Could be adapted to a school library.