Book Club Author Suggestion: Cormac McCarthy
Brief Bio: Cormac McCarthy (1933-2023) was a prolific American novelist known for his distinctive writing style, which often explored themes …
Colorado Virtual Library
Diverging Bar Charts for Connected Collections
As springtime sprouts across Colorado, it’s a fine time to unearth some data on another statewide system that benefits all …
Color Contrast Tools
Useful tools to help you find color combinations with accessible contrast.
Understanding Colorado’s school district cost of living studies
Have you ever wondered how your school district is funded? Or why your school district is funded differently than others? …
Dinosaurs are the past. School librarians are the future.
“Aren’t school librarians dinosaurs?” An acquaintance recently asked me this question after I explained my role with the Colorado State …
Using Plain Language
The American public deserves plain language communication from its government. The benefits of plain language are both tangible and intangible: …
Item Records and the Processing Workflow
Until now, the Cataloging Fundamentals video series has focused on understanding and creating bib records, which are the primary product …
The Skinny on Accessibility Overlays
“Web accessibility, (…) is the inclusive practice of ensuring there are no barriers that prevent interaction with, or access to, …
Colorado’s Governors: Clarence J. Morley
Our series on Colorado’s governors continues with Clarence J. Morley, Colorado’s 24th governor. Governor Morley served one term from 1925-1927. …
How to Comply with Colorado’s New Accessibility Rules
The new accessibility rules cover a lot, but a good plan and documentation can help.
Program Spotlight: High Plains Library District’s People & Places in Colorado History
We’ve asked libraries across Colorado to submit program they’ve run in the last year that they’re proud of and they …
Book Club Author Suggestion: Tana French
Brief Bio Tana French (born 10 May 1973) is an American-Irish writer and theatrical actress who was born in Burlington, …
Why Be Accessible?
Aside from the fact that Colorado law requires it of public entities, it is worth remembering the reasons why it is so important to make everything we do fully accessible.
¡Hola! Learning Spanish to Build Connections at the Library
In the ever-evolving landscape of libraries, the ability to connect with our diverse communities is a constant. Like most library …
Hidden Gem: My Colorado Journey from Colorado Workforce Development Council
Keri Funkhouser is a Senior Communications Strategist for the Colorado Workforce Development Council (CWDC). Her team at My Colorado Journey …
Tax tips from the Department of Revenue
As spring blooms in the Rockies, so does another (less picturesque) annual event: tax season. Understanding the ins and outs …
Celebrating Women Through the Colorado Book Club Resource
I write for those women who do not speak, for those who do not have a voice because they were …
Digital Collections Stewardship
Calling all CO & WY cultural heritage organizations: we are now accepting applications for this program! Enhance your knowledge of digital collections through this free collaborative learning opportunity.
A Variety of Outreach Visualizations
Outreach is a hot topic in the library world, and one that the Library Research Service (LRS) has incorporated into …
Core Fields
Part of a cataloger’s job is balancing competing priorities. We strive for accuracy and completeness in our bib records while …