By Corinne on May 28, 2026
Say hello to summer! Whether you're feeling prepared, relaxed, or overwhelmed (eek!) by the changing of the seasons, you can set yourself up for success with these tried-and-true tips and resources. We're covering collaboration and inspiration, resource-sharing and training opportunities, so your summer is a breeze and you're organized before the back-to-school pressure builds. Dive on in!
Address the Summer Slide
Create a fabulous Summer Resources LibGuide! You can share:
- Reading recommendations
- Digital resources
- Local programs and events
- Fun-in-the-sun activities (or fun-in-the-A/C, depending on your climate!)
- Anything you can imagine!
For LibGuide-building inspo, we invite you to peruse these "Cool Guides" Client Examples. 😎
Take Out the Guesswork
Surveys are the new suggestion boxes! Gain valuable insights from colleagues, students, and patrons by creating and sending feedback surveys with LibWizard.
✏️ Try It! Explore live example surveys for website, e-book, or event feedback.
Brush Up on Your Skills
Whether you're a school librarian taking advantage of student-free days or an academic librarian counting down to the end of the semester, carve out some time for active learning today! Here's a sampling of excellent training resources to start with:
- Attend Live on June 3: Design Your Summer Emails with LibConnect Pro
- Watch: Build-a-LibGuide for School Libraries
- Watch: Make Your Summer Reading Guide Interactive
- Learn: Creating Interactive Tutorials
Share Your Excellence
Are you ever so proud of your LibGuides that you want to put them on display? Have you carefully crafted an eye-catching email in LibConnect Pro? Are your LibMaps the cream of the wayfinding crop? Good news! You can share your best work by submitting to Springy Picks.
Make Connections
You’re not alone in Library World! Crowdsource ideas and request features in the Springshare Lounge, our online community space to collaborate, ask questions, and read about the latest product updates! You can also browse creations shared on the LibGuides or LibWizard community sites – the perfect way to save time and find inspiration.
We hope these resources help you feel prepared for the summer months ahead, but be sure to get some time for sunshine and relaxation, too! Bonus: our training resources are available poolside – only your LibApps login required.