Practical writing on accessibility, programs, patrons, and the systems behind running a modern library.
Remembering History and its Importance Meetings are the catalyst for change; they influence people’s thoughts and behaviors, enable business exchanges that establish bonds, strengthen alliances, and form lifelong friendships and connections. When...
Website Security In 2021 Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a colossal rise in the number, size, and sophistication of ransomware attacks of 147 percent. With the demand for ransomware payments increasing at an alarming rate as the world...
Calling All Librarians If you’re a fully-functioning library in 2021, you’ve probably heard of the term “website accessibility” more than once. And more importantly, you understand the necessity for its inclusive practice. In 2020, the School...
What Is UX Centered Design: Thoughts From LocalHop on Principles and Processes What is user experience (UX) design? UX centered design is about making the user's interactions with the product the best it can possibly be resulting in a positive...
Six Requirements to Look For When Deciding on a Registration System Choosing the best registration system for your organization is a tough task. There are many options, each with different attributes. We have used several of these systems over the...
Is a Community Calendar Right for My Organization? Do you have to advertise your events with multiple organizations across multiple sites? On average, how many websites do you post your events to? Tired of posting to all of them? A community...
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