See You in Chicago for ALA 2026!
By Kelsey on June 10, 2026
The Springshare team is heading to Chicago for the American Library Association Annual Conference, and we're excited to connect with you in person! Visit us at Booth 1729 to talk with our team and pick up some Springy swag. We have a fantastic lineup of guest speakers and presentation …
Answering Patrons Faster Than Ever: Five LibAnswers Features That Beat AI
By Hannah on June 4, 2026
Libraries often lead the way with emerging technology, but mass AI adoption has brought some unique challenges. As AI chatbots take the world by storm, reference departments have noticed a huge shift in patron expectations. While we firmly believe the right answer beats the fastest an …
Hop on the Bootstrap 5 Training Train
By Kelsey on June 2, 2026
The Bootstrap 5 train keeps chugging along to the January 2027 LibGuides transition deadline. Our recent blog post outlined the migration timeline and shared key resources to help you prepare. Today, we're highlighting updated video trainings, new features, and a Learning Lab you won' …
Summer Prep with Springshare
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 opportunit …
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.