Join the Diverse Reads Reading Challenge
By: Annie Suhy, Outreach Specialist I’m not reading. At least not as much as I’d like. With so much happening this year, Netflix and napping seemed easier than finding a book I could relate to, and without my daily commute, audiobooks went out the window….
4 ways to keep promoting your digital library during the COVID-19 pandemic
By: Annie Suhy, Outreach Specialist If there was a word to describe 2020, pivot would be high on the list. We’ve all become experts at pivoting from the year’s best-laid plans. From how we work to how our children learn to how we interact with…
Your remote resources, all in one place
Through all of the uncertainty of the past few weeks, there has been one constant: libraries have continued to support their patrons and rise to the occasion during this challenging time. When connection was most needed, virtual book clubs gave communities a chance to interact….
Your guide to using local media to promote the library’s digital resources during closures
By: Annie Suhy, Outreach Specialist There’s a lot happening in the news today. Much of it anxiety-inducing. In a time of uncertainty, the most worrisome headlines take center stage, but positive coverage of hope, generosity, and the human connection still shine through. These positive stories…
How libraries are supporting their communities during the COVID-19 crisis
By: Annie Suhy, Outreach Specialist Librarians have never been one to shy away from a crisis. In times of change and economic recession, people flock to the library in even greater numbers for assistance, community, and free resources. The global health crisis forced libraries to…
Introducing New Libby Website Assets to Help Reach Your Readers
By: Annie Suhy, Outreach Specialist You already know the importance of your library’s website. It’s the online gateway to your library’s resources. For those who do not or are not able to visit your physical branch, it may also serve as the first and only…
Connecting your local homeschooling community with ebooks & audiobooks
The public library is an invaluable resource for home educators. From borrowing materials to offering educational and socialization opportunities, public library resources can be vital for those who choose to educate their children at home. It’s estimated that there are 2.3 million homeschooled youth in…
How to reach new users in and outside of your library (Part 4: Engaging New Readers on Social Media)
What’s the easiest, fastest, and most cost-effective way to reach people in your community? Social media, of course! Your library likely maintains social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or all three. It’s a great space to provide book recommendations, show off exciting new programs…
How to reach new users in and outside of your library (Part 3: Local media outreach made easy)
Pop quiz! What’s the primary platform U.S. adults use most often to receive the news? If you guessed TV, you guessed correctly as 57% of Americans rely on mostly local TV-news with online, radio, and print newspapers trailing closely behind. As many as 7 in…
How to reach new users in and outside of your library (Part 2: Books & Beers)
As we all know, books pair well with just about anything. Including beer. A dark ale or a hoppy brew can serve as the perfect frosty companion to your next read. And as the popularity of craft beer continues to rise, your local watering hole…