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Book Repair Supplies

Give Your Books Some TLC with The Library Store

by Dana Kocienda
Is your library in need of top-notch supplies to maintain, protect, and enhance your book collection? Look no further than The Library Store (TLS), dedicated to providing high-quality products tailored specifically for libraries, including specialized glues and repair tapes that ensure your books receive the tender loving care they deserve. Maximize your library’s potential with top-quality supplies and exceptional savings from The Library Store through Minitex Cooperative Purchasing.
Scan for Keeps equipment

Borrow scanning equipment with MDL's Scan for Keeps program

by Stephanie Hess
The Scan for Keeps program was developed to provide equipment for community scanning events and digitization projects around the state. Kits are available for libraries, historical societies, and other organizations to encourage community engagement and foster preservation education.
Sentry RT Controller

Upgrade your old 3M System or Sentry System and get a free pack of EM Labels

by Dana Kocienda
Upgrade your old 3M System or Sentry 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. It offers an optional patron counter with reporting software and additional security features like alarm-triggered video recording. Promotion is valid until July 31, 2024.
robot on beach

Summer book recommendations from AI

by Katie Huynh
I became more curious about using artificial intelligence (AI) after attending the discussion session, “The Future is Here: Navigating the tech landscape,” at Minitex Connect. I also usually have a hard time deciding what to read during the summer. So I asked AI for some recommendations. Read more to find out what they are.
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University of Minnesota seeks Dentistry Liaison Librarian

by Jesus Maldonado Sanchez
University of Minnesota seeks Dentistry Liaison Librarian with a base salary of $60,000. This position requires an American Library Association accredited Master’s degree in Library/Information Science OR equivalent combination of advanced degree and relevant experience. The deadline to apply is June 24.
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Minnesota Office of Higher Education provides FAFSA completion resources

by Zach Miller
Completing the FAFSA can be a long and challenging process for future college students and their families, but doing so is essential to attending college affordably. The Office of Higher Education offers a wide range of resources to make the process easier.