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Equinox Open Library Initiative is a nonprofit that supports library automation by investing in open source software and providing technology services for libraries. You can learn more about us at https://www.equinoxoli.org/.
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Unlock next level patron communication with MessageBee. Learn more about Equinox's partnership with Unique and our work with Homer Public Library: https://equinoxoli.pulse.ly/hudwytzq4z #equinox #Libraries
An image featuring a large quote from David Berry of Homer Public Library, with a vertical slice of a library on the left edge. The left slice shows white bookshelves filled with colorful books, set behind blue chairs with metal legs. To the right, a large dark blue quotation mark sits above the text: “MessageBee SMS expands the range of text-communication options available to Homer patrons. Equinox provided technical support to link automatic patron notifications, such as hold notices and card-expiration alerts.” - David Berry, Homer Public Library
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📢New issue of Catalogue & Index! 📰
Sept 2026 issue (216) features papers from the MDG Conference 2026 #Metafutures, held at Engineers’ House, Bristol.
Further papers will be published in the December issue (217).
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Catalogue & Index Periodical of the Metadata & Discovery Group, a Special Interest Group of CILIP, the Library and Information Association ISSN 2399-9667 September 2026, Issue 216 Editorial, The Editors More time needed, James T. Clark and Getaneh Alemu Authentic and artificial cataloguing, Hannes Lowagie Can AI or Python help us catalogue books we can’t read? Adam Swann and Sally Bell "All our wisdom is stored in the trees" Helen K. R. Williams The Metadata Team and institutional research visibility, Helen K. R. Williams Metadata as cultural stewardship, Bláithín Hurley Unlocking Southeast Asia’s digital heritage, Chuin Peng Sim and Gandhimathy Durairaj Linked data and OCLC Meridian, Sarah Glaccum Collaborative cataloguing now!, Amy Staniforth Metadata in motion, Fran Frenzel Book Review: Information Science, Sergio Alonso Mislata Minutes of the 230th MDG Committee Meeting 12 March 2026
September 17, 2026 at 11:32 AM
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Don't forget to mark your calendars! The Evergreen Hack-A-Way will be November 10-12 in Athens, GA. Details: https://evergreen-ils.pulse.ly/651aggddhe #evgils #OpenSource #Libraries
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September 15, 2026 at 5:59 PM
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Jump into the latest Equinox news - subscribe! https://equinoxoli.pulse.ly/ibe9obak1t #equinox #OpenSource #Libraries
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September 14, 2026 at 5:59 PM
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Join a Storytime Training Cohort! The Early Literacy Storytime Training module on the Minnesota Libraries Learning Network (mlln.org) is a beginner-level course created and designed by a dedicated group of Minnesota storytime experts. Register here: forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/respon...
​Minnesota Libraries Learning Network – The Minnesota Libraries Learning Network is a collaboration of all library workers in Minnesota. We are represented by public, academic, school, and special lib...
The Minnesota Libraries Learning Network coordinates training for Minnesota library workers and their supporters, addressing essential skills and knowledge relevant to current library operations and s...
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September 14, 2026 at 2:06 PM
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Equinox partners with Unique Management Services to provide access to MessageBee SMS - simplifying notification workflows for libraries. Contact us to learn more. #equinox #Libraries
A large white quote box overlays a blurred background of library bookshelves filled with books. The quote reads: “MessageBee has allowed us to considerably improve the deliverability and quality of the text messages sent to SPARK library users. Because we partnered with Equinox, we were able to implement the service rapidly and with no disruption to our member libraries.” Below the quote, in a smaller serif font, it reads: “-Katie Greenleaf Martin, Pennsylvania Integrated Library System”
September 11, 2026 at 6:59 PM
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#ThrowbackThursday: from the 2025 PaLA Annual Conference! We are counting down the days to PaLA 2026 starting October 4th. Will we see you there? Conference schedule: https://palibraries.pulse.ly/uzuu5wj93r
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September 10, 2026 at 5:59 PM
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NISO Plus 2026 starts September 16! Registration is still open: https://eventbrite.pulse.ly/ounrnoldad ✨ #NISOPlus26 #Libraries #conferences
September 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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November 1st is the deadline to apply for a Metronet Learning & Development grant! This grant is for professional development, continuing education, conferences, and other events taking place in November-December 2026 & January 2027. More information here: docs.google.com/document/d/1...
Metronet CE Scholarship Guidelines only- FY27update.docx
Metronet 1807 Field Ave St. Paul, MN 55116 651.646.0475 (Google Voice) [email protected] http://www.metrolibraries.net Metronet Continuing Education Scholarship Policy Metronet is a multico...
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September 9, 2026 at 3:25 PM
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⏳ Starting in one week: our virtual #NISOPlus26 Global/Online conference!

Join other information community professionals and help us identify potential solutions to challenges related to AI in scholarly publishing, research integrity, scholarly infrastructure, and more. niso.plus
NISO Plus Global/Online 2026 logo. September 16–17, Virtual Event. Register now! https://niso.plus/
September 9, 2026 at 2:51 PM
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Sign up to get the latest Equinox news and updates right in your inbox! Subscribe: https://equinoxoli.pulse.ly/lzqaiod4iz #equinox #OpenSource #Libraries
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September 8, 2026 at 6:59 PM
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Equinox is closed September 7, 2026. For urgent issues, contact Support at (877) 673-6457.
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September 7, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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September means cozy season is here, right? Jump into the latest Equinox news and escape the remaining summer heat. Subscribe: https://equinoxoli.pulse.ly/ldfd9k9hsk #equinox #OpenSource #Libraries
September 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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Today is the day! Our members-only quarterly webinar with a focus on accessibility is scheduled for 3 p.m. Eastern, 12 p.m. Pacific, 19:00 UTC. Please register in advance at bit.ly/3UNe9pg. #evgils
September 3, 2026 at 2:06 PM
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#ThrowbackThursday: #AspenCon 2025 has us counting down to #AspenCon 2026 - held this year in Oklahoma from October 28-30. Registration closes September 30: https://aspendiscovery.pulse.ly/n7tlocbyhv #AspenDiscovery #OpenSource #Libraries
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September 3, 2026 at 6:59 PM
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Some great presentations about Koha from the recent koha-US conference: recordings linked from the schedule tab koha-us.org/events/confe...

#KohaILS #KohaUS
koha-US 2026 annual conference logo - Gems of Knowledge, Fayetteville, AR - August 18-20, 2026
September 2, 2026 at 9:21 PM
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The August Koha Newsletter is here! Every month the Koha community publishes the latest tips & events. Full issue: https://koha-community.pulse.ly/ashd6pqewk#kohails #OpenSource #Libraries
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September 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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Want to get the latest Equinox news and updates sent straight to your inbox? Join us: https://equinoxoli.pulse.ly/xiai1phabl #equinox #OpenSource #Libraries
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September 1, 2026 at 6:59 PM
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Save the date! The Evergreen Hack-A-Way will be November 10-12 in Athens, GA. Details in the link below. #evgils #OpenSource #Libraries
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August 31, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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We are excited to announce our next members-only quarterly webinar! Join us for a panel discussion featuring accessibility experts who have worked with #evgils as well as community members who have worked on accessibility development.

Please register in advance for this webinar: bit.ly/3UNe9pg
August 31, 2026 at 1:22 PM
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BIBFRAME Workshop in Europe is September 8 - 9 with a hybrid option - free to register! Conference details: https://forms.gle/6cesQXW3D1F12oBg7 #libraries
BIBFRAME Workshop in Europe
The aim of the BIBFRAME Workshop in Europe is to be a forum for sharing knowledge about the practice of, production with, and planning of BIBFRAME implementation.
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August 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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If you are planning on attending KohaCon26 in person, registration closes on 28 August!

The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) is hosting KohaCon26, the Koha Community's international conference, from the 5–9 October 2026, in Karlsruhe, Germany.

For details kohacon26.bibliothek.kit.edu
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August 26, 2026 at 7:39 PM
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#ThrowbackThursday: to #AspenCon 2025! The fall conference season will soon be underway, what's on your schedule? 🍂
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August 27, 2026 at 5:59 PM
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Unlock next level patron communication with MessageBee. Learn more about Equinox's partnership with Unique and our work with Homer Public Library: https://equinoxoli.pulse.ly/hudwytzq4z #equinox #Libraries
An image featuring a large quote from David Berry of Homer Public Library, with a vertical slice of a library on the left edge. The left slice shows white bookshelves filled with colorful books, set behind blue chairs with metal legs. To the right, a large dark blue quotation mark sits above the text: “MessageBee SMS expands the range of text-communication options available to Homer patrons. Equinox provided technical support to link automatic patron notifications, such as hold notices and card-expiration alerts.” - David Berry, Homer Public Library
August 26, 2026 at 6:59 PM
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Want to get the latest Equinox news and updates sent straight to your inbox? Join us: https://equinoxoli.pulse.ly/oq9ooevvk4 #equinox #OpenSource #Libraries
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August 24, 2026 at 6:59 PM
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Looking forward to the fall Evergreen release? Catch up with Evergreen 3.17's enhancements for staff and new features for consortia! More: https://equinoxoli.pulse.ly/rey0obpaop 🍂 #evgils #equinox #OpenSource #libraries
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August 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM