Tales From the Co-Op: May Exchanges
By Hannah on May 26, 2026
We're thrilled to bring you the newest chapter of Tales From the Co-Op! Each month we share transcripts from our Chat Co-Op service which provides libraries with 24/7/365 chat coverage. When your library is closed, understaffed, or simply too busy to respond, wouldn't it be nice to ha …
Increasing Access to Public Libraries
By Kelsey on May 21, 2026
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Removing barriers to access is a core objective of public libraries. In a digital-first world, requiring patrons to physically come to the library to get a library card or renew their account can be a significant hurdle. On the other hand, how do you ensure that no one is gaming the s …
Watch Now: Webinars You Might Have Missed
By Kirsten on May 19, 2026
Life gets busy, and webinars slip by – no judgment here. The good news? These recordings are waiting for you whenever you're ready. From real-world library workflows to the latest from Springshare, there's something worth watching no matter where you're starting from. Queue one up and …
All Aboard! Bootstrap 5 for LibGuides
By Corinne on May 15, 2026
Come aboard the Bootstrap 5 train! 🚂 We've got plenty of resources (including a comprehensive Lounge post!) to help you transition your LibGuides pages, A-Z lists, and blogs to this updated interface before the January 2027 deadline.
Digital Wallets, Physical Libraries: How Patron Verify & Renew Brings Cards Into the Modern Era
By Hannah on May 12, 2026
Most people carry their phones everywhere they go, making digital wallets the easiest, most natural way to store everyday essentials, from boarding passes to credit cards – and now library cards! Patron Verify & Renew ensures library cards are available to eligible patrons at a mo …
Code Release: New Features Coming Your Way!
By Sarah on May 8, 2026
The May product releases are on their way! These releases will be live in all regions by the end of the day on Friday, May 15, 2026.
Welcome to the New and Improved Lounge
By Hannah on May 5, 2026
Have you ever thought to yourself, "I wonder if anyone has used LibGuides to do this before?" Do you have a brilliant feature request for one of our tools? Want to connect with other Springshare users and bounce ideas around? The Springshare Lounge is the place to be – and it just got …
Happy LibGuides Day! 19 Years of Springshare (and Counting)
By Kirsten on April 30, 2026
April 30 is a big day on the Springshare calendar – the anniversary of the day, back in 2007, when a single product launched and started something much bigger than anyone anticipated. That product was LibGuides. And this year, we're celebrating the 19th LibGuides Day.
Tales From the Co-Op: April Exchanges
By Hannah on April 28, 2026
Welcome to the latest edition of Tales From the Co-Op! If you missed last month's post, check out our March exchanges. This blog series highlights amazing chat exchanges from our 24/7 Global Chat Cooperative – a service that provides quality chat reference to patrons at any hour of th …
Cutting Through Red Tape with LibGuides and Hot Chocolate
By Hannah on April 24, 2026
With a little help from LibGuides, Worcester Public Library (WPL) was able to turn a large community-building event into an opportunity to share valuable resources! Each December, the city of Worcester, Massachusetts kicks off the holiday season with a Festival of Lights event, which …