113 people from 50 different organizations attended the 2025 Minitex Technical Services Symposium on November 3rd. We shared a sunny fall day at the beautiful Minnesota History Center learning, connecting, and recharging.
Books, movies, and other physical items were flying off the shelves last month. If you’re curious to know which titles have patrons rushing to place holds, look no further.
Minitex has expanded its in-stock inventory with new items. These additions join the wide range of other RFID and electromagnetic security supplies already stocked. Libraries can also shop the Minitex Garage Sale for 50-75% off select items.
Enrollment closes on November 15th for the Minitex Shared Digital Collection for Schools in Minnesota!
Recently added to Ebooks Minnesota, Latin Art in Minnesota: Conversations and What's Next, explores Latin American artists working in Minnesota.
University of Minnesota seeks a Government Publications Library Assistant with a base pay of $18.00/hour. This position is responsible for a variety of processing projects in the Government Publications Library unit and is primarily on-site, with occasional but limited time available for remote work.
Andersen Horticultural Library seeks a Library Assistant with a base pay of $20.00/hour. This position will provide reference service for the Andersen Horticultural Library, support children’s programming, and assist with outreach events and exhibits.
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.
The Minnesota Libraries Learning Network (MLLN), (formerly "Level Up") is the Minnesota library community's source for professional development information, now featuring 11 opportunities through February 2026. Visit mlln.org for these learning opportunities.
Submit your writing for the Minnesota Digital Library (MDL)'s creative writing contest! Using any item in MDL as a prompt, participants can write a fictional short story, poem, or other creative piece, and winners will be published in an online exhibit.