Know & Go: Performance Improvement Plans
No one wants workplace conflicts or performance issues, but a big part of a manager's job is addressing personnel issues when they arise. Administering effective performance improvement plans can make a difference in the likelihood of repeated mistakes, maintaining staff morale, and improving overall performance.
In-Person Courses in April 2026 at Austin Public Library
Join us for two exclusive in-person workshops hosted at the Austin Public Library. Each workshop requires a separate registration. Please note that these in-person workshops are only available to Amigos members.
Book Repair Basics (In-Person, Austin, Texas) – April 29 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Adaptive Services for Staff Success: An Amigos Community Conversation
Libraries are continually finding new ways to support staff with diverse cognitive, sensory, and workplace needs, and our next Community Conversation will offer practical guidance to strengthen inclusion in your own environment. On Wednesday, April 9, 2026, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
New Continuing Education Newsletter Now Available
The latest edition of Continued, the Amigos continuing education ne
Spring Trainings with Springshare
Springshare is offering sessions on creating great content for LibGuides, LibConnect Pro, LibSites, and Incident and Issue Tracking – perfect for all levels of users looking for inspiration to make the most of their guides, emails, and websites. Take some time to learn with them this Spring.
New Pharmacology & Toxicology Collection Free to Read for Limited Time
A new BioOne Vista research collection focused on pharmacology & toxicology, highlighting research that drives veterinary medicine and protects Earth’s ecosystems is available and free to read through April 15, 2026.
San Jacinto College Partners with Amigos to Launch Online Archive
San Jacinto College (SJC) has launched its new digital archive using Amigos Library Services' (Amigos) Digital Repository Service.
February Conference Wrap‑Up and Recordings
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Digital Accessibility in Libraries, held on February 25.
Summer Sessions Now on the Continuing Education Schedule
Amigos free-for-members continuing education classes through June are now on the schedule, with many courses already open for registration.
Over 900 New Videos in Bloom’s Literature from Infobase
This month, Bloom’s Literature, part of Infobase’s long-respected lineup of digital learning resources, received a major content expansion: 963 new films and TV episodes have been added, bringing the collection to over 3,000 full-length productions.
Springshare Introduces Incident and Issue Tracking
Springshare has launched a new tool called Incident and Issue Tracking, designed to help libraries report, organize, and resolve a wide range of internal or patron-facing incidents. Incident and Issue Tracking provides a centralized platform for libraries that need to manage behavioral concerns, facilities problems, technology issues, and more.
Four New HeinOnline Databases Now Available
HeinOnline, a recently added Amigos MDS vendor, has introduced four significant databases that expand access to historical, legal, and governmental information.