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“It’s My Story” – Seniors Memory Project

“It’s My Story” is a lovely project by the East Greenbush (NY) Community Library that celebrates the stories of seniors who live at a nearby retirement center. Stories and photos were combined to create online memory books.
But what a neat surprise it was for me to get an email from my cousin saying her [...]

Ten Trends & Technologies for 2009

Michael Stephens has posted his annual look at what technology trends he thinks will impact libraries in 2009.
This year, I’m focusing on some ideas and technologies that I believe will impact everyone. These things will surely influence library users and nonusers alike. My biggest concern is how can libraries respond in turbulent economic times.  So, [...]

Akoha’s Room to Read Community Challenge

Check out Akoha, a game based on the idea of ‘paying it forward’ – do something nice for someone else and ask them to do the same. Akoha uses cards with good deed missions printed on them, you pass them on and can follow their path through the world on the Akoha site.
In addition to [...]