Oct 19
In case you missed it, Sean Goltz from Global-Regulation.com gave us a fantastic overview of that great resource last week. We recorded it so you can learn all about it even if you weren’t there. Check it out! If you’re interested in more information, a quote or a trial, contact Jeff Brunner ()
Jun 19
Since 2016, Backstage Library Works has been a proud WiLS vendor partner and we are happy to share a profile of Backstage’s products and services with our community!
Services Spotlight: Backstage Library Works
It’s all about access. Everything in your library aims to connect patrons to the materials and content they need. Backstage helps libraries like yours build and enhance pathways to patron access.
Our services are tailored to fit your goals across a range of disciplines:
WiLS members qualify for a 5% discount on most Backstage services. Contact Jocelyn Dunlop () to get started.
If you’re attending ALA in New Orleans, come see us at booth 2558 to pick up your Backstage conference swag.
May 10
Schedule in brief
Keynote Address: Promises and Pitfalls of 21st Century Resource Sharing
Conference Rates:
Join your resource sharing partners in charting our course together.
For hotel reservations and other information, visit the conference website.
Feb 6
Planning for the 2018 WLA Support Staff and Circulation Services (SSCS) One-Day Professional Development Conference is in full swing! The conference will be held Thursday, May 24th, 2018 on the picturesque campus of UW-Baraboo.
The conference planning committee is now accepting proposals and recommendations for presentations, panels and workshops. Suggested topics include but are not limited to: technology, managing difficult patrons, training student workers, bringing the library outside, community partnerships, bridging the generational divide, stress reducers, etc. What is it that makes your library shine? Successful presentations should be approximately 45 minutes, include 10-15 minutes of question and answer, showcase effective and innovative practices, and be applicable to many types of libraries.
Presenters should fill out the online registration form by Friday, April 6th, 2018. Presenters will be notified of acceptance by April 13th at the latest.
Jan 19
In celebration of Black History Month, Infobase is offering a great deal on their African-American History Online database. From now until February 28th, WiLS members can get this excellent resource for 35% off of the list price.
African-American History Online offers a fresh way to explore the full spectrum of African-American history and culture. Users can start their investigation of a topic with a video or slideshow overview, use the key content called out on the home page to find an entryway into the database, or dig deep into an era through the Topic Centers. Read more
Jan 2
We are excited to announce our new partnership with ALA Graphics!
ALA Graphics has been a champion for libraries, literacy, and reading for more than 40 years. Home of the iconic Celebrity READ® poster campaign and exclusive art from award-winning children’s book illustrators, ALA Graphics is also the source of the unique authorized promotional materials for of Banned Books Week, National Library Week, Library Card Sign-up Month, and Teen Read Week, among other events.
WiLS Cooperative Purchasing members can get 10% off their $75+ purchase of:
But wait! There’s more! If you are an American Library Association member, you’ll get your 10% WiLS savings off your ALA member price!
Read all about the terms of our partnership with ALA Graphics and how to order here or contact Andrea Coffin () with any questions.
Dec 21
Last month, we held our Regional Community Meetings around the topic of information literacy in six locations across the state. From Kenosha to Menomonie, we were blown away Read more
Dec 19
WiLS is delighted to announce a new vendor partnership with ALA Publishing to bring you Booklist Online!
For over 100 years, Booklist Publications has written concise, easy-to-read, non-biased, reviews of books for librarians. They use Booklist to decide which newly published titles to buy for their patrons to read, listen to, and most importantly – enjoy. Their expert reviews of books for youth through adult will save WiLS members time and money because they evaluate and only recommend titles that will contribute to their collections. They offer unlimited-use institutional access to www.BooklistOnline.com, with over 20 years of searchable reviews in its database, plus 22 digital replica issues of Booklist per year.
WiLS members stand to save from 20% to 50% off, depending on the number of subscribers. ALA Publishing is eager to offer free trials, demos and webinars to help members see just how valuable the resource could be. We’ll announce a webinar soon, but in the meantime, contact Jeff Brunner () for pricing or trial information today!
Aug 29
 Report Builder’s interactive question-and-answer approach helps emerging researchers (grades K-4) find the information they need to write reports. Curriculum-based topics are concise and supported by eye-catching visuals. 7 modules to choose from!
Please see: http://garethreportbuilder.com/ |
Jul 13
Infobase will be relaunching Bloom’s Literature at the end of the summer with some significant enhancements!
FULL LIST OF FORTHCOMING ENHANCEMENTS
Check out the sneak peek (PDF) and see the full list of enhancements (new interface, powerful new features, and new content) to come with the Bloom’s Literature relaunch!
SPECIAL WEBINAR
Join Infobase staff on Monday, July 24, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. for a special advance tour of the new and improved Bloom’s Literature! Click here to sign up.
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