News

January 15, 2025

Recruit Top Talent with the Amigos Job Bank – A Free Benefit for Members

Looking to attract qualified candidates to your library? The Amigos Job Bank is an invaluable resource that provides member libraries with free access to a highly visible platform for recruitment. With over 330 positions from more than 110 institutions shared in the 2023-2024 membership year alone, this service connects job openings with a nationwide pool of job seekers, ensuring your opportunities receive the attention they deserve.

January 15, 2025

Christina Pryor Joins Amigos as New Continuing Education Services Manager

Christina Pryor joined Amigos Library Services on January 6th as the new Continuing Education Services Manager.

Membership & People

January 15, 2025

Discover the New Amigos Library Services Website!

Amigos Library Services is excited to announce the launch of its redesigned website. The updated site features a modern design and enhanced functionality, making it easier for visitors to locate information, learn about the organization, join as members, enroll in courses, and more.

Education & Events

January 15, 2025

Looking for More CES News? View the Newest Issue of the Amigos Continuing Education Newsletter, Continued!

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.

Education & Events

January 15, 2025

Electronic Resource Management: Micro-Credentialing & Capstone Project Registration Now Open

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.

Education & Events

January 15, 2025

Lessa Pelayo-Lozada to Keynote The People-Powered Library Online Conference

Lessa Kananiʻopua Pelayo-Lozada, Acting Director for the Glendale Public Library in Southern California and the 2022-23 President of the American Library Association, will present the opening keynote for Amigos' online conference, "The People-Powered Library" (February 12, 2025).

Products & Partnerships

January 15, 2025

Discover Top Library Picks from Demco’s Customer Council

Looking for ways to elevate your library or learning environment? Amigos vendor partner Demco partners with library and education professionals to develop innovative, practical solutions—and their Customer Council members recently shared their favorite finds from Demco's ever-growing catalog.

Products & Partnerships

January 15, 2025

Exclusive Bloomsbury Webinar and Discount for Amigos Members

Amigos Library Services is pleased to announce an exclusive webinar and special 25% discount from vendor partner Bloomsbury for Amigos members. The free webinar will provide an overview of three incredible resources: the Jessica Kingsley Publishers Library, Bloomsbury Video Library, and Bloomsbury Visual Arts.

Resource Sharing & Services

January 15, 2025

Navigating to Courier Links and Information on the Redesigned Amigos.org Website

With the launch of the redesigned Amigos Library Services website, some familiar links and tools have been relocated to improve functionality and accessibility. Below is a quick guide to help Amigos courier participants adjust to the updates.

Education & Events

December 18, 2024

Take Control of Your Projects in the New Year with Our New Project Management Course

Every project is unique, with varying scope, resources, and requirements. But project management skills and strategies remain largely consistent, providing the framework to keep things on time and under budget.

Education & Events

December 18, 2024

Registration Open for the Next Amigos Online Conference, "The People-Powered Library"

In almost any organization, it is often said, “People are our greatest resource.” And that is especially true in libraries. Welcoming communities into our spaces, unlocking the power of our collections, and connecting users to the information and knowledge they need, people power the library.

Resource Sharing & Services

December 18, 2024

Courier Winter Holiday 2024 Schedule

While the Amigos offices are closed December 24, 2024, through January 1, 2025, Trans-Amigos Express (TAE) staff will be monitoring courier email from December 26 through 31st.

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