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Supporting EveryLibrary Through the SpringyCamp Give Back

By Kirsten on December 9, 2025

Every year, SpringyCamp brings library folks together for a packed lineup of idea-sharing, inspiration, and lots of “Ooh, I want to try that!” moments. And this year, our community did something extra special: you helped us give back to an organization doing crucial work for libraries …

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Notes from the Trail: SpringyCamp for All Libraries Recap

By Kirsten on December 2, 2025

SpringyCamp for All Libraries returned this year with two days of inspiration, hands-on learning, and a whole lot of campfire camaraderie. Our presenters led us through thoughtful discussions on the heart of library work, practical sessions on everything from APIs to LibCal workflows, …

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Springshare Holiday Schedule + End of Year Prep

By Kirsten on November 20, 2025

As the semester winds down and winter break gets closer, we know many of you are juggling updated hours, staffing plans, and holiday closures. Whether you're coordinating time off or making sure your community knows when and how to reach you, Springshare is here to help you wrap up th …

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Topics: General

Service with a Springy Smile: It’s Customer Service Week!

By Kirsten on October 9, 2025

It's National Customer Service Week and we’re taking this opportunity to celebrate the incredible Springys who make outstanding customer service part of everything we do! Whether you’ve joined us for a training session, connected with us in the Springshare Lounge, or reached out to ou …

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Tales From the Co-Op: August Exchanges

By Kirsten on August 25, 2025

Welcome back to another edition of Tales From the Co-Op! If you missed our last post, catch up with the July Exchanges before diving in. The LibAnswers 24/7 Global Chat Cooperative keeps your library's virtual doors open at all hours. With MLS-degreed librarians providing support arou …

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Patron Point Version 5: A Fresh Look with Smarter Features

By Kirsten on August 20, 2025

We’re excited to announce the upcoming release of Patron Point Version 5, an update that modernizes the look and feel of this marketing automation platform while introducing new tools to make your email campaigns even more powerful. Alongside a refreshed interface and streamlined navi …

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Create Smarter Self-Service Support with LibAnswers FAQs

By Kirsten on August 8, 2025

Your users have questions, lots of them! And while your team is ready to help, not every inquiry needs a live interaction. That’s where LibAnswers FAQs shine. Whether it's “How do I renew a book?” or “Where can I print on campus?” – LibAnswers gives your library the tools to create a …

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Topics: LibAnswers

LibCal + Bibliotheca: Smarter Event Displays Through Seamless Integration

By Kirsten on July 15, 2025

At Springshare, we're focused on building tools that make library systems work better together. That's why we're excited to showcase our upcoming collaboration with Bibliotheca – a seamless integration between LibCal and quickConnect, Bibliotheca’s award-winning selfCheck software.

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Unlock the Power of Interactive Learning with LibWizard Tutorials

By Kirsten on June 27, 2025

When it comes to library instruction, engagement is everything. That’s why LibWizard Tutorials are built to transform passive information into active learning by empowering your patrons to develop skills, build confidence, and succeed – all at their own pace. Whether you're supporting …

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Topics: LibWizard

Chat Smarter: How to Make the Most of Your LibAnswers Chatbot

By Kirsten on June 10, 2025

When your patrons visit your library’s website with a question, the last thing they want is a confusing experience or a dead-end chatbot. That’s why LibAnswers Chatbot is designed differently. This isn’t artificial intelligence – it’s librarian intelligence.

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