by Compendium News Staff | Dec 5, 2016 | Broadband, Data, PA Forward, Resources of Interest
By Elizabeth Hess If you’re wondering what the “Internet of things” (IoT) means, don’t fret! You probably already know about this concept if you’re aware of connected devices or “smart” devices like Fitbits or even smartphones. The article Libraries and the...
by Compendium News Staff | Dec 2, 2016 | Children's Services, Library News, PA Forward, Resources of Interest
by Michelle Georgetti At the Pennsylvania Library Association’s Annual Conference, Katie LaMantia and Emily Vinci of Schaumburg Township District Library in Illinois led a session titled “Creating Great Programs for Millennials.” Ms. LaMantia and Ms. Vinci are...
by Compendium News Staff | Nov 14, 2016 | Health Focus, PA Forward, Resources of Interest
Is your library interested in offering the ‘Engage for Health’ program to your community? Are you near Dauphin County? Well then come on down to Hershey Public Library on Thursday, November 17, 2016 @ 6:30 pm. The Hershey Public Library will be hosting ‘Engage for...
by Compendium News Staff | Nov 14, 2016 | Broadband, Library News, PA Forward, Resources of Interest
By: Susan Sentz As librarians we all know that libraries are so much more than a repository for books. We are a community center that lends items, holds programs and offers technology to just name a few of our worthy services. When I find myself talking to someone...
by Compendium News Staff | Nov 7, 2016 | Accessibility, Health Focus, PA Forward, Resources of Interest
By Elizabeth Hess The month of November usually makes me think of the upcoming holiday season, spending time with family and friends, and enjoying the beautiful Pennsylvania autumn. After recently attending an eye-opening session at the Pennsylvania Library...
by Compendium News Staff | Nov 2, 2016 | PA Forward, Resources of Interest
by Michelle Georgetti First, a Word on Acronyms It has occurred to me that librarians love acronyms. However, I find it important to stress that we should perhaps limit (and define) our acronyms for events and programs. As a student of Pennsylvania Academy of...
