Is PLA actually over?! Our disbelief stems from the fact that we’re still buzzing from the event and feeling like the conference vibrancy and vivacity are still with us! Alas, if only! We had such a great time at this year’s PLA conference in Columbus, OH – overeating (just a…
Library conferences bring folks together for a few days packed with books, ideas, resources, and some of the best people in the world – librarians! The Springy team collectively has quite a few years of travel experience under our belts, so we’ve compiled this list of conference and travel tips…
The Springshare team is heading to the Public Library Association conference next month! This is our first PLA since forming a dedicated Public Library Division and acquiring Patron Point, so we’re especially excited to see you there and share all of our new public library initiatives. Attending in person? Stop…
We’ve all been there… You’ve worked hard to create an amazing event at the library. Lined up speakers. Coordinated everyone’s availability, which often feels like herding cats. Sent endless emails getting everything worked out. Arranged all the materials, both high-tech hardware and low-tech crafting supplies. Got there early the morning…
As the last remaining hours of February pass by, the days begin to grow longer, and the air slowly gets warmer, it can only mean one thing… March Mammal Madness is almost here! If you’ve somehow missed out on this viral LibGuides sensation over the past 12 years, we’re here…
You may be asking yourself, “How is it already 2024?!” Well fasten your seatbelt, hold onto your hat, and brace yourself – because not only is it 2024, we’re already over halfway through February! If you’ve completely lost track of time, it’s possible you may have missed out on some…
In honor of Black History Month, observed in February in the United States and Canada, we’re highlighting some incredible LibGuides that celebrate Black voices and stories. This month is dedicated to “paying tribute to the generations of African Americans who struggled with adversity to achieve full citizenship in American society”…
The end of the year provides the perfect occasion to reflect on your achievements and gather valuable insights. Cap off 2023 on an insightful note by tuning in to two fantastic webinars! Join us for one (or both!) of these sessions, designed to enrich your knowledge and inspire you as…
As the crisp autumn leaves fall and the nights grow longer, two vibrant and culturally rich celebrations come to life, each with unique charm and significance. Halloween, celebrated on October 31, conjures images of costumes, jack-o’-lanterns, and trick-or-treating, while Día de los Muertos, observed from November 1 – 2, paints…
