Why NJ Libraries Should Ditch “Click Here” for Good! Written by Julia Giantomasi Published on August 6, 2025 We all want our library websites, newsletters, and social media posts to… Continue reading “How to Create Better Hyperlinks for Accessibility”
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State Librarian’s Update – August 2025
Published on August 4, 2025 The NJ State Library (NJSL) is pleased to offer a new grant opportunity for public libraries – Expanding Digital Literacy. While our work in this… Continue reading “State Librarian’s Update – August 2025”
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State Librarian’s Update – July 2025
Published on July 14, 2025 As you will see below, it has been a busy conference season for NJSL staff. While it is rewarding to see so many colleagues from… Continue reading “State Librarian’s Update – July 2025”
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Spotify Playlists for Library Programs
A New Way to Engage Teens Online Written by Julia Giantomasi Published on July 9, 2025 Marketing tools for your library are not just limited to social media, print, or… Continue reading “Spotify Playlists for Library Programs”
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Dr. Edith K. Beckett Awarded NJAL Technical Services Award
Published on June 6, 2025 We’re proud to share that our very own Dr. Edith K. Beckett, Head of Technical Services at the NJ State Library (NJSL), has received the… Continue reading “Dr. Edith K. Beckett Awarded NJAL Technical Services Award”
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State Librarian’s Update – June 2025
Published on June 4, 2025 Thank you for attending the New Jersey Library Association sessions hosted by New Jersey State Library staff members. It was a pleasure to see so… Continue reading “State Librarian’s Update – June 2025”
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Learn More About the New Instagram Edits App!
Find out if this new video editing platform is for your library. Written by Julia Giantomasi Published on June 3rd, 2025 In our last blog we gave you ideas for… Continue reading “Learn More About the New Instagram Edits App!”
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State Librarian’s Update – May 2025
Published on April 28, 2025 I’ve been working with an outstanding group of librarians this Spring on developing the required policies and forms required under the Freedom to Read Act,… Continue reading “State Librarian’s Update – May 2025”
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Grab Patrons’ Attention with These Videos!
Written by Julia GiantomasiPublished on April 11, 2025 Ideas for creating eye-catching short-form videos The average person spends more than 6 hours a day on the internet, and it’s difficult… Continue reading “Grab Patrons’ Attention with These Videos!”
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Solar Eclipse Activities for Libraries (SEAL) Program for NJ Libraries
Originally published on August 15, 2023 With funding from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, the Space Science Institute, through its Solar Eclipse Activities for Libraries (SEAL) program has provided the… Continue reading “Solar Eclipse Activities for Libraries (SEAL) Program for NJ Libraries”