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Library migrating to Evergreen Circulation System
On May 30, the Milne Library will join all of Central and Western Mass libraries in a move to the “open source” circulation system called Evergreen. This replacement for our current Millenium system will save thousands of dollars for libraries across the state, will speed up and simplify interlibrary loans, holds and other library [...]
How are we doing? —- National Library Week
Just in time for National Library Week, a report from the American Library Association on the status of our public libraries. With the national economy picking up in starts and fits, libraries continue to operate on reduced budgets. For a closer look at the problem, read the report from ALA here Public Libraries
Massachusetts libraries plan migration to Evergreen with Survey
In the coming months, Massachusetts libraries will be introducing new open source library software called “Evergreen.” This new system will save thousands of dollars and is capable of handling the circulation, cataloging, and acquisitions operations of all the libraries in the state. You will see changes in the appearance of the card catalog and librarians [...]
Tumblebooks at the library
Parents, Are you looking for e-books for your children? We have them. With the growing use of electronic reading, many of you have already discovered Overdrive and you can find many great children’s titles there. But an easier source of electronic books can be found right at Tumblebooks. The link is available on our main [...]
What is a Virtual Branch?
Williamstown Library builds a new branch WILLIAMSTOWN, MA—The David & Joyce Milne Public Library continues to build its “Virtual Branch” by adding online services to its robust website. For 24/7 access to many educational and entertaining new advantages go to www.milnelibrary.org. The website now offers – • Universal Class – an educational service providing the [...]
Library launches WOWbrary!
We have a new service on our website – called Wowbrary – and it lists all of our newest purchases book and non-print. It runs at the bottom of the page and you can click on a title and it takes you to the catalog where you can see the status – or place a hold.
New e-reader for the holidays?
Here is the Overdrive link for all the new devices we are beginning to see. For more detailed instructions on downloading books, audio, or video to your specific type of electronic toy, check with your librarian or print out these instructions. Overdrive Digital Device compatability From Barnes and Noble — instructions for downloading Overdrive ebooks [...]
Having trouble downloading e-books on your new reader?
Here’s a message from the regional library system describing downloading problems with a possible fix. We apologize for any inconvenience that you or your patrons are experiencing. Due to unprecedented increases in traffic volumes that we are experiencing from increased interest in eBooks and eBook readers, there is a known issue with time-outs resulting in [...]
Library funding in danger at the Federal and State levels
Not very good news here. Congress is currently working on the 2011 budget and considering funding for the LSTA (Library Services and Technology Act). This is the money that makes consortia and technology infrastructure possible. We are currently seeking $300M to help the cash-strapped states maintain library services in the face of declining revenues. There [...]