Amigos is pleased to offer a hands-on introduction and overview to help library staff maintain their circulating hardcover book collection. Preservation expert Rebecca Elder will guide attendees through repair techniques for paper (surface cleaning, mending, tipping in pages) and books (hinge tightening and corner repair) and provide guidance for setting up a repair workspace, understanding book repair terminology, and engaging a conservator.

If you missed the February 12, 2025, online conference, "The People-Powered Library Online Conference", there's still a chance to view the sessions by registering for the recording. Beginning with the opening keynote "Libraries Work Because We Do: Nurturing Workplace Culture and Work-Life Balance in Libraries" presented by Lessa Kananiʻopua Pelayo-Lozada, Acting Director for the Glendale Public Library in Southern California and the 2022-23 President of the American Library Association, the conference also included several concurrent sessions on a variety of topics that explored the ways libraries nurture and grow their staff and teams.

For the library to be a living organism it must constantly evolve – adding new materials and resources, pivoting to meet new needs, and changing with its community.

Amigos Library Services has released the January issue of its Continuing Education newsletter, “Continued,” offering an in-depth look at the latest educational opportunities available through Amigos. From free and discounted workshops on collection management, technology trends, and leadership to topical online conferences, the newsletter covers a wide array of resources for library staff. 

Whether you are new to electronic resources management (ERM) or want to learn how to handle electronic resources efficiently and effectively, this upcoming 3-course certificate program will introduce you to the fundamentals of ERM. Learn how to acquire, implement, maintain, and troubleshoot access to electronic resources – and develop strategies to assess and preserve these resources for your library.