October 20, 2021 (12-1pm ET). Join us on Twitter with the hashtag #ChatOpenS as we discuss collaboration and how libraries and the open source community works together with Felicia Beaudry.
Open Source Twitter Chat with Felicia Beaudry #ChatOpenS
equinoxEDU: Spotlight on Evergreen 3.7
October 28, 2021 (1-2pm ET). Join us as we highlight some of the newest features in version 3.7 of Evergreen ILS and updates from recent releases. On-demand materials will be provided in advance for early review and you will have the opportunity to submit questions to the presenter prior to the live webinar. Topics will include a look at Library Groups, Hold Groups, Patron Hold Notification options, and the new ‘Did You Mean?’ Single Word Search Suggestions functionality.
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Equinox Welcomes Rolla Public Library to the Missouri Evergreen Consortium
Equinox Welcomes Rolla Public Library to the Missouri Evergreen Consortium
Atlanta, Ga., October 6, 2021 : Equinox Open Library Initiative, a trusted leader in open source technology development and support for libraries, is pleased to welcome Rolla Public Library to the Missouri Evergreen Consortium with their deployment of Evergreen ILS, an award winning library solution used by more than 1,800 libraries worldwide.
Rolla Public Library’s migration encompassed a collection of 66,009 items and supported 8,590 library users in their community. The migration included project management and configuration from Equinox Open Library Initiative in addition to data conversion of bibliographic, item and patron records plus deduplication. Remote training was completed by Equinox’s expert staff of degreed librarians. Rolla Public Library will be hosted on Sequoia which supports library automation services with 99.9% uptime.
“We recently migrated to the Missouri Evergreen Consortium and were so impressed with Equinox and their efficient migration schedule, exemplary virtual training sessions and friendly online support,” said Rebecca Buckley, Library Director at Rolla Public Library. “We are excited about our new library system and appreciative of the professional, kind, and reliable team support system we have experienced with Equinox.”
The Missouri Evergreen Consortium began as a resource-sharing initiative in 2012 in an effort to create an integrated library system for libraries in Missouri. The consortium is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provision of the Library Services and Technology Act as Administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.
“It is always a pleasure to introduce new libraries to the open source community,” said Erica Rohlfs, Senior Implementation Project Manager. “Working with Rolla Public Library Staff on their migration to Evergreen ILS was a pleasure and I am excited to see them join the Missouri Evergreen Consortium.”
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About Equinox Open Library Initiative
Equinox Open Library Initiative provides innovative open source software for libraries of all types and delivers extraordinary service at exceptional value. As the successor to Equinox Software, Inc., Equinox Open Library Initiative builds upon more than a decade of trusted service and technical expertise, providing consulting services, software development, hosting, training, and support for Evergreen ILS, Koha ILS, and other open source library software. To learn more, please visit https://www.equinoxOLI.org. For Equinox Library Services Canada, please visit https://www.equinoxOLI.ca.
About Evergreen
Evergreen Integrated Library System is an award winning and trusted library solution used by more than 1,800 libraries worldwide. Evergreen ILS is a web-based and mobile-friendly system which provides attractive, easy to use interfaces for library acquisitions, administration, cataloging, circulation, OPAC, reports, course reserves, and serials functionality.
Evergreen ILS is an enterprise level system designed to manage a scalable catalog shared across libraries, including large public and academic library consortia. While designed for large collections, Evergreen is suitable for libraries of any size and type from government libraries to museum and special library collections. Its flexibility enables libraries to configure policies and settings that work best for their communities and to maintain ownership of their library and systems data. For more information about Evergreen: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/evergreen/.
Equinox Announces Sponsorship for the New England Library Association Annual Conference
Atlanta, Ga., October 4, 2021: Equinox Open Library Initiative, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and a trusted leader in open source technology services for libraries, is proud to support the 2021 New England Library Association’s Annual Conference. Equinox’s contribution will help fund in-person and virtual conference events running from September 1 through October 18, 2021.
“NELA provides incredible opportunities for learning, sharing, and networking across libraries in the New England states: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont,” said Lisa Carlucci, Executive Director at Equinox. “We are pleased to provide support for the 2021 New England Library Association Conference and applaud the creative approach to this event – offered in multiple formats and across several dates – allowing for maximum participation.”
The New England Library Association Annual Conference is taking place this year over the course of two months with days devoted to specific library themes including diversity, advocacy, leadership and management, and licensing electronic resources. The final day of the conference will take place in person on October 18 at College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts. For more information about the conference schedule please visit: https://nela2021.godaddysites.com/
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About Equinox Open Library Initiative
Equinox Open Library Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is the successor to Equinox Software, Inc. Equinox’s mission as a nonprofit is to promote and support a thriving ecosystem for open source library communities in order to provide libraries worldwide with innovative, affordable, and sustainable open source solutions. We are devoted to reducing barriers to library technology and services, expanding library access to open source software, and providing high quality technology, consulting, and support services. To learn more, please visit https://www.equinoxOLI.org.
Equinox Supports the 2021 Missouri Library Association Annual Conference
Equinox Supports the 2021 Missouri Library Association Annual Conference
Atlanta, Ga., September 28, 2021: Equinox Open Library Initiative, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and a trusted leader in providing open source technology services for libraries is proud to support the 2021 Missouri Library Association Annual Conference in St. Louis, Missouri. The conference will take place from September 29 through September 30, 2021. Full conference details can be found on the conference website: http://molib.org/conference/2021-mla-conference/
Equinox provides hosting and support for the Missouri Evergreen Consortium, a growing resource-sharing consortium founded in 2012 to create an integrated library system for libraries in Missouri. Equinox has been supporting the consortium and its 55 systems, encompassing 141 libraries, since 2019. The Missouri Evergreen Consortium is hosting two events for community members, both on Wednesday, September 29th: the Evergreen Members Conference for Missouri Evergreen Library Users and the Missouri Evergreen Open Forum, providing an opportunity to learn more about how the “Missouri Evergreen Consortium brings together Missouri public libraries to strengthen and promote excellent library services to our member libraries and Missouri citizens.” For more information about the consortium visit: http://moevergreenlibraries.org/
“We are proud to support the Missouri Library Association, librarians, staff, and the Missouri Evergreen Consortium as you are ‘Charting the Future Together’ at the MLA Annual Conference in St. Louis,” said Lisa Carlucci, Executive Director, Equinox Open Library Initiative. “Equinox believes that an active open source community is part of that future and we appreciate the opportunity to serve Missouri Libraries.”
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877.OPEN.ILS (877.673.6457)
About Equinox Open Library Initiative
Equinox Open Library Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is the successor to Equinox Software, Inc. Equinox’s mission as a nonprofit is to promote and support a thriving ecosystem for open source library communities in order to provide libraries worldwide with innovative, affordable, and sustainable open source solutions. We are devoted to reducing barriers to library technology and services, expanding library access to open source software, and providing high quality technology, consulting, and support services. To learn more, please visit https://www.equinoxOLI.org.
Equinox Joins EveryLibrary’s 5K Your Way for Libraries
Atlanta, Ga., September 28, 2021: Equinox Open Library Initiative, a trusted leader in open source technology services and support for libraries, is pleased to support the ‘5K Your Way for Libraries’ fundraising initiative by EveryLibrary, a nonprofit organization working to ensure stable funding for libraries through advocacy, education, and support. Between September 26, 2021 and October 2, 2021, individuals and teams will raise funds by completing ‘5K’ of an activity of their choice, such as running, reading, jumping jacks, and more. To join #TeamEquinox or make a donation please visit: https://bit.ly/TeamEquinox5K.
“Libraries in my neighborhood, and all over the country, do so much more than circulate materials,” said Felicia Beaudry, Product and Education Specialist with Equinox. “They provide programs that inspire learning and creativity. They assist people with job searches. They connect people with assistance in times of natural disaster. They act as voting precincts. If completing 5K of running, walking, or bicycling can help them continue doing those things, even in a small way, I’m happy to participate and encourage others to do the same.”
EveryLibrary supports public, school and college libraries with voter support campaigns which provide funding for library services and ongoing growth. They are a chartered 501(c)4 in the state of Illinois. Donations to the ‘5K Your Way for Libraries’ will support libraries nationwide. Learn more at: https://www.everylibrary.org/
“Libraries are a vital and integral part of our communities,” said Erica Rohlfs, Senior Implementation Project Manager at Equinox, who is completing 5K of indoor rowing. “Everyone should have equal access to libraries – I am happy to be a part of this fundraiser supporting libraries and EveryLibrary in their important work.”
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877.OPEN.ILS (877.673.6457)
About Equinox Open Library Initiative
Equinox Open Library Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is the successor to Equinox Software, Inc. Equinox’s mission as a nonprofit is to promote and support a thriving ecosystem for open source library communities in order to provide libraries worldwide with innovative, affordable, and sustainable open source solutions. We are devoted to reducing barriers to library technology and services, expanding library access to open source software, and providing high quality technology, consulting, and support services.To learn more, please visit https://www.equinoxOLI.org.
Equinox Presents at 2021 Koha-US Annual Conference
Atlanta, Ga., September 20, 2021: Equinox Open Library Initiative, an expert leader in open source technology development and support for Koha ILS is pleased to announce that Erica Rohlfs, Senior Implementation Project Manager, will be presenting at the 2021 Koha-US Annual Conference. Rohlfs will be presenting The Versatility of Authorized Values on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at 2:00pm CDT. The presentation will provide an overview of predefined authorized values for Koha ILS, how they interact with the System Preferences and the Patron Attribute Class, and how to create new authorized values.
The 2021 Koha-US Annual Conference is a hybrid event taking place in person in McKinney, Texas, and online for virtual participants. The first two days of the conference will be streamed live, including Rohlfs’ presentation, on the Koha-US YouTube Channel which can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/c/kohaUS.
“I am grateful to have the opportunity to be back with the Koha-US community, even if virtually,” said Erica Rohlfs. “It has been clear to me over the past year that, more than ever, ongoing education and community engagement are what will allow Koha and its user libraries to thrive. I am grateful to be able to play a part in supporting Koha-US through its annual conference.”
Erica Rohlfs, who earned her MLIS from Drexel University with a concentration in digital libraries, informs her presentation with over fifteen years of experience providing open source technology services for libraries including Koha ILS and Evergreen ILS.
“Equinox is committed to promoting open source community education and engagement and one way we do this is through conferences,” said Galen Charlton, Implementation and IT Manager at Equinox. “Erica brings a wealth of experience to her presentation and we are looking forward to seeing her work highlighted at the 2021 Koha-US Annual Conference.”
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Laura Barry
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877.OPEN.ILS (877.673.6457)
About Equinox Open Library Initiative
Equinox Open Library Initiative provides innovative open source software for libraries of all types and delivers extraordinary service at exceptional value. As the successor to Equinox Software, Inc., Equinox Open Library Initiative builds upon more than a decade of trusted service and technical expertise, providing consulting services, software development, hosting, training, and support for Evergreen ILS, Koha ILS, and other open source library software. To learn more, please visit https://www.equinoxOLI.org. For Equinox Library Services Canada, please visit https://www.equinoxOLI.ca.
About Koha ILS
Created in 1999 by Katipo Communications for the Horowhenua Library Trust in New Zealand, Koha Integrated Library System is the first open source Integrated Library System to be used worldwide. The software is a full-featured ILS with a dual-database design (search engine and RDBMS) built to be compliant with library standards. Koha’s OPAC, staff, and self-checkout interfaces are all web applications. Distributed under the General Public License (GPL), libraries are free to use and install Koha themselves or to purchase support and development services. For more information on Koha, please visit https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/koha/.
Equinox Welcomes James Memorial Public Library to the Missouri Evergreen Consortium
Duluth, Ga., September 14, 2021: Equinox Open Library Initiative, an expert leader in open source technology, development, and support for libraries, is pleased to announce the migration of the James Memorial Public Library to Evergreen ILS as the newest member of the Missouri Evergreen Consortium.
The James Memorial Public Library was founded in 1938 by the James Foundation. In 2013 the foundation gifted the library, all of its contents, and the first year’s expenses to the City of Saint James. As a member of the Missouri Evergreen Consortium, James Memorial Public Library will use Evergreen ILS managed by Equinox on the Sequoia hosting platform. The Library now supports 2,105 patrons and 23,614 bibliographic records. Equinox provided project management, system configuration, staff training, and support during the migration.
“Switching to Missouri Evergreen has offered so much to our patrons,” said Michael Lewis, Library Director at the James Memorial Library. “They can renew their books, place holds for themselves, get books from different libraries – we have more options than our library knows what to do with and there is still more to discover.”
The Missouri Evergreen Consortium began as a resource-sharing initiative in 2012 in an effort to create an integrated library system for libraries in Missouri. The consortium is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provision of the Library Services and Technology Act as Administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.
“James Memorial Library’s mission is to encourage reading and the use of technology for life-long learning and the enhancement of the individual’s quality of life,” said Jason Etheridge, Senior Developer at Equinox Open Library Initiative. “I am pleased to have played a part in promoting that mission.”
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877.OPEN.ILS (877.673.6457)
About Equinox Open Library Initiative
Equinox Open Library Initiative provides innovative open source software for libraries of all types, delivering extraordinary service at exceptional value. As the successor to Equinox Software, Inc., Equinox Open Library Initiative celebrates fifteen years of providing trusted service and technical expertise to libraries, including consulting services, software development, hosting, training, and support for Evergreen ILS, Koha ILS, and other open source library software. To learn more, please visit https://www.equinoxOLI.org.
About Evergreen
Evergreen Integrated Library System is an award winning and trusted library solution used by more than 1,800 libraries worldwide. Evergreen ILS is a web-based and mobile-friendly system which provides attractive, easy to use interfaces for library acquisitions, administration, cataloging, circulation, OPAC, reports, course reserves, and serials functionality.
Evergreen ILS is an enterprise level system designed to manage a scalable catalog shared across libraries, including large public and academic library consortia. While designed for large collections, Evergreen is suitable for libraries of any size and type from government libraries to museum and special library collections. Its flexibility enables libraries to configure policies and settings that work best for their communities and to maintain ownership of their library and systems data.
For more information about Evergreen: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/evergreen/.
Open Source Twitter Chat with Guest Moderator Katie Greenleaf Martin #ChatOpenS
September 15, 2021 (12-1pm ET). Join us on Twitter with the hashtag #ChatOpenS as we discuss open source solutions for your home & library with guest moderator Katie Greenleaf Martin, District Consultant, Altoona District Center and County Coordinator, Blair County Library System.
equinoxEDU: Spotlight on Customer Engagement with Patron Point
September 29, 2021 (1-2pm ET). Join us to learn how Patron Point can help your library engage your patrons. Patron Point offers a full marketing pathway for your library, from signing up and onboarding new patrons, to using data to segment your audience, and tips for how to educate them about everything your library has to offer. Also, come learn about Equinox’s plans to provide libraries with a seamless experience via API integration with Patron Point and other third party services.
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