By Kirsten on October 30, 2026
Adventure awaits – no hiking boots required! Join us virtually for two days of SpringyCamp for All Libraries on November 12 and 17, from 12pm to 3:30pm ET. We're excited to show off the lineup, with ideas for libraries of all types, special keynote speakers, and plenty of camp activities. Grab a buddy (or a few) – this is one trip worth sharing!
What is SpringyCamp?
Think of SpringyCamp as a campfire gathering for Springshare users: an interactive online conference where libraries swap clever ideas they’ve put into action at their own institutions. Forget the tent and the long drive – all you need is a comfy chair and an appetite for inspiration!
🎤 Keynote Sessions
Kick off each day of SpringyCamp with a keynote presentation you won't want to miss!
Thursday, November 12 | The Case for Curiosity: Humanities Approaches to Emerging Technology
Dr. Mary Borgo Ton, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, will explore practical ways to navigate new tools, ask sharper questions about AI, and spark thoughtful conversations at your library.
Tuesday, November 17 | Libraries as Mighty Catalysts for Community Resilience
Rebekkah Smith Aldrich, Co-Founder of the Sustainable Libraries Initiative, will draw on national research and an award-winning certification program to help your library become stronger and more resilient.
🌱 SpringyCamp Give Back
For every person who attends live, Springshare will donate $1 to the Sustainable Libraries Initiative. Help us support a more sustainable future by joining us at SpringyCamp!
Day 1 | Thursday, November 12, 12pm - 3:30pm ET
All times listed in Eastern Time
12:00pm: Welcome and Opening Remarks
12:10pm: 🌟 Keynote Presentation: Dr. Mary Borgo Ton | University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
12:40pm: Your Digital Compass: Finding Your Way Around UL Library with LibMaps | Anne McMahon & Louise O'Shea, University of Limerick
1:00pm: Sneak Peek of LibTexting | Springshare Presentation
1:05pm: Creativity from A to Z: A LibGuides Panel Discussion | Angela Brcka, Anne Marie Watson, & Brittany O'Neill
1:40pm: Using LibInsight Dashboards to Streamline Monthly Assessment Reporting | Jillian Collier, Georgia Gwinnett College
2:00pm: Enhancing Outreach and Engagement through Interactive Digital Interfaces | Nicole Mackowiak, Fayetteville State University
2:20pm: Spooky Stories 👻
2:30pm: Tracking and Managing E-Resource Broken Links with LibAnswers | Regina Seguin, Excelsior University
2:50pm: Beyond the Stacks: Academic Libraries as Hubs for Career Research and Readiness | Springshare Presentation
3:00pm: How LibWizard Improved Student Learning While Decreasing Student Questions | Shelley Arvin, Indiana State University
3:20pm: Get on the Same Page with Incident & Issue Tracking | Springshare Presentation
3:25pm: Closing Remarks + Gift Card Drawing
See the full detailed schedule
Day 2 | Tuesday, November 17, 12pm - 3:30pm ET
All times listed in Eastern Time
12:00pm: Welcome and Opening Remarks
12:10pm: 🌟 Keynote Presentation: Rebekkah Smith Aldrich | Sustainable Libraries Initiative
12:40pm: Patron Portal at the University of Liverpool: Why? How? What’s Happened? | Joe Hilton, University of Liverpool
1:00pm: Explore Possibilities with the Personalized Patron Portal | Springshare Presentation
1:05pm: Keys to Success: From Carrel Chaos to a Collaborative System | Liz Bober & Angela Sloan, Case Western Reserve University
1:25pm: More Than a Vendor: Building an Enduring Partnership with Springshare Consulting | Shawna Thorup, NorthWest Arkansas Community College
1:50pm: Partner Presentation> | Eric Keith, SirsiDynix
2:00pm: Organization and Peace of Mind: An Incident & Issue Tracking Use Case | Amy Lippo, Northeast State Community College
2:20pm: Effortless Library Websites with LibSites | Springshare Presentation
2:25pm: Overhauling and Implementing Your Library’s Website on LibSites | Parker Fruehan, Southern Connecticut University
2:45pm: 👻 Spooky Stories
2:50pm: Feeding Two Birds with One Scone: Refreshing LibGuides Through Collaborative Workflows | Autumn Roberts & Anna Clymer, University of Arkansas
3:10pm: Automated Assistance: Using LibAnswers Chatbot to Assist Without AI | Amelia Barbee, Marshall B. Ketchum University
3:25pm: Closing Remarks + Gift Card Drawing
See the full detailed schedule
If you work at a public library, check out the recordings from last month's Public Libraries Day! To be the first to hear about all things SpringyCamp, subscribe to our mailing list!