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Webinars You Might Have Missed

December 3, 2024 | By Kelsey
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It’s December, and you know what that means-year-end roundups are everywhere! From books to albums, it’s the season of reflection. But we’re shaking things up with a Springy twist, bringing you our very own highlight reel: the best webinars of Autumn 2024. Think of this as your ultimate excuse for a little professional development indulgence. Grab a plate of cookies, lock your office door, and dive into this curated list of instruction and inspiration from our favorite sessions. It’s the perfect way to wrap up the year and get ready for the one to come! Note: All videos are password-protected….

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Learning Lab: A Collaborative Approach to LibAnswers Chatbot Integration

October 16, 2024 | By Talia
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If you’re thinking of all the ways, places, and virtual spaces where you can integrate your LibAnswers Chatbot – this upcoming November Learning Lab is for you! UMass Boston’s Lauren Movlai and Eunkyung Lee will discuss how they transformed the user experience at their library by integrating Chatbot inside their Ex Libris Primo discovery layer. Working collaboratively across their two departments of Library Systems and Discovery Services and Reference Outreach…

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SpringyCamp for Public Libraries: A Recap

October 11, 2024 | By Kirsten
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Our first-ever SpringyCamp for Public Libraries was a huge hit! Whether you joined us live or prefer to catch up with the recordings, we’ve got you covered with all the highlights. On October 1, we hosted 13 presenters with topics ranging from innovative ways to use your Springy tools to creative strategies for connecting with patrons. A big shout-out goes to our amazing presenters who dedicated their valuable time, effort,…

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National Customer Service Week: Celebrating the People Who Make It Happen!

October 7, 2024 | By Kirsten

National Customer Service Week is October 7-11, and we’re celebrating the amazing team of Springys who make exceptional customer service happen! Whether you’ve attended a Springshare training session, posted in the Lounge, or reached out to our Support Team, you’ve experienced firsthand how our customer service goes above and beyond. This week we’re shining a spotlight on the dedication and excellence that our team brings to every interaction! Springshare Customer…

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Camp Update: SpringyCamp’s All Libraries Schedule Now Available

October 4, 2024 | By Kelsey
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SpringyCamp for All Libraries is coming up on October 24 at 12pm – 3:30pm US ET and October 29 at 12pm – 3:00pm US ET, and we have two days full of activities! Take a look at our camp schedule for a lineup of amazing presentations by libraries of all types and sizes around the world! What is SpringyCamp? SpringyCamp is our virtual user conference where real-life Springshare users share…

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Spark Interest with Automated Readers’ Advisory Emails

September 30, 2024 | By Hannah
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Looking for an effective way to get books from your collection into the right reader’s hands? You can help patrons receive timely book recommendations from a trusted source with Patron Point Recommends! Keep your patrons informed about the latest release from a favorite author or encourage exploration of different topics that align with their interests. Join us for a Learning Lab: Spark Interest with Automated Readers’ Advisory Emails on October…

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Tales From the Co-Op: September Exchanges

September 24, 2024 | By Hannah
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We’re pleased to present the latest edition of Tales From the Co-Op! If you missed the most recent post in this series, be sure to catch up with the August Exchanges. At Springshare, we understand that no one can hunt down elusive information (with sources!) quite like a librarian. With the spike in distance learning and increased use of digital resources, you may be wondering how to consistently meet patrons…

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LibGuides, LibAnswers, LibCal, and LibStaffer Features Coming Your Way!

September 20, 2024 | By Rebecca Reed
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These releases are on their way to you next week, and will be live in all regions by the end of the day on Friday, September 27, 2024. LibCal SMS Reminders are now available for event registrations, and additional reminders are coming soon! We’ve added the ability to override LibAuth authentication at the Space level if enabled for a location. This is helpful for locations where you may, for example,…

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Explore the Lineup: SpringyCamp’s Public Libraries Schedule Now Available

September 18, 2024 | By Kirsten
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SpringyCamp for Public Libraries is coming up on October 1 at 12pm – 3:30pm US ET, and we have an amazing schedule of events ready for you! Take a look at this fun-filled day of informative sessions with actionable takeaways, interesting use-cases, and spooky stories told over a virtual campfire. What is SpringyCamp? SpringyCamp is our totally free virtual user conference where you get to hear how other libraries and institutions…

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Here There Be Monsters… in the Library!

September 11, 2024 | By Kirsten
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Do you dare enter a world of digital mystery and adventure? *insert suspenseful music* Join us for an upcoming Learning Lab where the boundaries of creativity, technology, and library engagement collide! Mark your calendars for the upcoming Learning Lab: Here There Be Monsters… in the Library! on October 10 at 2pm ET, led by Melody Steiner, Arts and Humanities Librarian at Lorain County Community College (LCCC), and Ellen Weppelman, former…

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SpringySession: Enhancing Internal Communication with Blogs

September 5, 2024 | By Corinne
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Tips for Improving Staff Collaboration We’re three weeks away from our fall SpringySession! With our SpringySession webinar series, we get the chance to share our Springy expertise and provide you with real-world strategies that you can implement in your organization. In this session, Springy Corinne will take you behind the scenes to show you how we use LibGuides Blogs internally here at Springshare to share updates, celebrate our wins, recap…

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