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Code Release: New Features Coming Your Way!
Happy Spring! The rain is falling, the crocuses have popped out of the ground, and we have a new bouquet of fresh features to share. These features will be live in all regions by the end of the day on Friday, April 10, 2026.
Your glasses have been slacking. Not anymore. Meet LibGlasses.
Your glasses have one job. One. And yet here you are, tilting your head sideways to read a call number, losing them on your own face, and doing absolutely nothing about the patron who just shelved a book spine-in because you simply did not see it in time. That ends today. We're thrilled to introduce LibGlasses – the first eyewear engineered specifically for the demands of library science. Built-in skepticism. Peripheral awareness. Audible shushing. Everything you need to maintain order, verify sources, and locate your glasses from across the room. Finally.
Tales From the Co-Op: March Exchanges
Welcome to the latest edition of Tales From the Co-Op! If you missed last month's post, check out our February exchanges here. Plus, we're currently hiring for a Co-Op Reference Librarian – details below! Springshare's 24/7 Global Chat Cooperative ensures your patrons receive round-the-clock service. Whether you're looking for after-hours coverage, backup during busy periods, or a helping hand while your librarians are occupied, the Co-Op is designed to meet the needs of modern libraries and their patrons – anytime, anywhere!
Let Your Chat Reference Expertise Shine – We're Hiring!
Do you do your best work when the rest of the world is asleep? We're looking for a part-time 24/7 Co-Op Reference Librarian to join our team. Available shifts are focused on very late night / very early morning hours in the U.S. We encourage applications from night owls, early risers, and applicants in time zones outside the U.S., who may find these hours a natural fit.
See You in Minneapolis for PLA 2026!
Ready to make a bold decision with absolutely zero long-term consequences? Swing by booth 310 at PLA and grab a free temporary tattoo! It’s all the fun of getting inked without the lifelong commitment! But that's not the only reason to stop by – you'll want to see everything we're showcasing and watch our amazing guest presentations. Read on for the full details or see them at-a-glance here.
Get Inspired to Create a Self-Service Digital Branch
Back by popular demand – Steve Koebel of Arlington Public Library (APL) returns to the virtual Springy Stage to expand on his SpringyCamp 2025 presentation in a live Learning Lab: From Room Reservations to a Reimagined Digital Branch. On Thursday, April 9 at 11am ET, Steve will take us all on a transformative journey! The destination? A cohesive and user-friendly digital branch that patrons love.
Prepare for PLA! Flash Presentations at Booth 310
The Springy team is thrilled to be heading to PLA in just a few weeks – and we're not showing up empty-handed! Make sure to stop by Booth 310 for exclusive PLA swag (who wants a temporary tattoo? 🖐️), the lowdown on everything new from Springshare, and an inspiring lineup of flash presentations.
Resource Sharing with LibWizard
Community and collaboration are at the heart of every library, and here at Springshare we love helping libraries foster community with their peers. One of our favorite ways to promote resource sharing is through our LibGuides Community. We have almost a million shared LibGuides and it got us thinking – could we do the same with LibWizard?
March Maintenance Magic
Spring cleaning isn’t just for closets and inboxes. At Springshare HQ, it’s time for March Maintenance Magic – a dedicated moment to review your security game plan and make sure everything is running exactly as it should. Strong security doesn’t happen by accident. It happens through small, consistent actions taken by your whole team. A few simple updates now can significantly reduce risk later – and that’s a win for everyone.
Keep Track of Costs for Your Library's Events
There's a lot that goes into making your library events a success – and LibCal is your all-in-one tool for this behind-the-scenes coordination! Today, let's take a look at a brand-new feature designed to shine a light on exactly how much goes into your event planning: Event Production Cost.