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Double-Booking: The One Type of “Book” Libraries Should Avoid

As libraries continue to position themselves as shared community spaces, there’s nothing more frustrating (for libraries and patrons alike) than discovering that a space has been double-booked. Explore how to avoid embarrassing scheduling mishaps by using room reservation software.

How to Improve Staff Communication by Reducing Silos

If multiple people and departments are working independently of each other at your library, you might want to take notice. Explore the definition of these “library silos,” and discover how reducing them can improve communication and make operations at your library more efficient.

11 Ways to Generate Buzz About Your Library

“Marketer” and “chief promoter” may be only two of many hats that librarians wear, but they are valuable ones! To help get your creative marketing juices flowing, we’ve compiled this list of ways you can generate buzz about your library, from leveraging traditional outlets to creative alternatives like placing books on city buses.

How Robust Reporting Can Increase Your Summer Reading Program’s Impact

Strategically collecting and sharing data about your library’s programs, resources, and partnerships can help your library increase its impact on your community. Discover how robust reporting can lead to positive outcomes for your summer reading program.

Transform Community Members into Engaged Library Patrons

Large numbers of non-cardholders see the value in libraries yet still aren’t taking advantage of what the library has to offer. In this post, we explore key ways to transform your community members into library customers.

5 Ways to Make the Most of Winter Break at Your Library

With winter right around the corner, parents will be looking for ways to keep restless kids busy, educated, and entertained over the school break. From board game events to healthy new year’s resolutions, we’ve compiled a list of winter programming ideas to draw in patrons of all ages.