Library Products: Cooperative Purchasing News

This January-February 2026 edition of Library Laughs & Oddities brings great news and a hearty congratulations to Dr Scott Seay and the Christian Theological Seminary Library for their outstanding win! Submit your answers to the new puzzle for your chance to win.

TLS (The Library Store) is promoting their massive Warehouse Clearance Sale, where libraries can save up to 81% on select stock items, including furniture, shelving, supplies, and décor. This is an excellent, time-sensitive opportunity to browse deeply discounted items for your library spaces. Also, a quick reminder of your year-round Minitex contract discount (not to be combined with clearance pricing).

The November/December 2025 "Library Laughs & Oddities" newsletter from Sentry Custom Security features the unique Water Tank Library in Muthuini, Kenya.; as well as a chance to win a $5,000 gift certificate.

As part of Minitex's Vendor Spotlights, we're highlighting the CoLibrì System, a fast and innovative way to cover and protect books. The system's machine-controlled process covers books in just 30 seconds using durable, clear, and eco-friendly covers. Libraries can take advantage of a 15% discount on the system through Minitex Cooperative Purchasing.

Upgrade your Sentry System or old 3M System and get a free pack of EM Labels. The Sentry RT Controller upgrades Sentry and 3M systems, enhancing tag detection and enabling remote diagnostics.