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Minitex Garage Sale – Deep Discounts on Library Products!

by Dana Kocienda
Explore the Minitex Cavern of Library Bargains and save 50–75% on RFID tags, CD/DVD overlays, cassette strips, resin ribbons, and more! Items were returned or have damaged packaging, but the products inside are in great condition and ready for use. Don’t miss your chance to stock up and save big!
Photo collage from two library events

Joyful and practical Pride Month programming in Hopkins

by Zach Miller
The Hopkins Branch of Hennepin County Library has enjoyed three years of success engaging with new patrons during the Hopkins Pride Festival. Their events have included gender identity-empowering clothing swaps and, this year, a class on Gender Affirming Makeup.
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ADA Title II accessibility compliance for ELM databases

by Greg Argo
In response to the U.S. Department of Justice’s new rule for web accessibility under ADA Title II, Minitex is beginning a systematic effort to assess and improve the accessibility of ELM (eLibrary Minnesota) resources. This article outlines the approach Minitex is taking.

Hamline University seeks Systems Librarian

by Zach Miller
This position requires an ALA-accredited master’s degree in library science or its equivalent, or a master’s degree in information science, computer science, or a related discipline with substantial library experience. The pay range for this position is $60,000-$63,000 per year. Applications submitted by July 18 will be given first consideration.
Medical models on a desk at NWHSU

A day in the life of Northwestern Health Sciences University's Emily Waitz

by Zach Miller
Emily Waitz is the Director of Library Services, Assistant Provost of Strategic Projects, and Associate Professor at Northwestern Health Sciences University in Bloomington, Minnesota. She graciously answered my questions to briefly describe a day in her professional life at NWHSU.