One thought about this: if we used more user focused shelving systems, would it be easier for folks to find things they don’t want to ask for? This is making the rounds on social media.
Written by Michael Stephens
Hey all – Michael Casey sent me this article about the grand opening of GCPL Snellville Branch last fall. Take a look at the photos! Note the staff member with the rolling cart. There is no service desk! We chat with Michael on Sunday July 12. https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/multimedia/check-out-the-new-elizabeth-h-williams-library-branch-in-downtown-snellville/collection_ac093340-566d-11ee-8b3f-972207902027.html#2 July 12: Michael Casey, author of one of … Continue reading “Inspiration: Gwinnett County PL Branch! Michael Casey Chat Coming Soon”
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What a wonderful article! https://programminglibrarian.org/articles/there-joy-all-tips-joyous-library-programming I love acquiring new knowledge that the programs I create provide. Even if the program is on a serious topic, it can be a joyful experience because I have intentionally created a welcoming, safe environment for people. This intentionality is all a part of the program-planning process which can be … Continue reading “Inspiration: Library Joy”
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David Daghita at McKinney PL shared these presentations about new tech innovations with me via former #hyperlib student Nick. One covers the implementation of the mobile roaming in the library and the other is on using ROBOTS as book carts! Take a look if you have time. Mckinney Mobility Make like a Robot Presentation
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Hey all – Please see: https://smcl.org/blogs/post/introducing-our-first-library-outpost-presentamos-nuestro-primer-outpost-de-la-biblioteca/ What is a Library Outpost? Our Library Outpost will be an easy-to-use, 24-hour, seven-day-a-week automated library vending hub. The first Library Outpost will open outside the Pacifica Sanchez Library, expanding access to library materials and inspiring community engagement with a gathering space to enjoy the outdoors. It will offer … Continue reading “Inspiration: Library Outpost!”
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https://library.ucf.edu/news/debut-of-the-hitt-maker-podcast-studio-meeting-the-evolving-needs-of-students-and-faculty/ Matt DeSalvo, Manager of the Libraries’ LibTech service, spearheaded the development of the Hitt Maker Podcast Studio in response to the increasing demand for podcast recording facilities. DeSalvo explained, “LibTech offers a variety of audio recording solutions, including a kit that provides a recording mixer, four microphones, and all the associated cables. Yet despite … Continue reading “Inspiration: UCF Hitt Maker Podcast Studio”