Exciting News for SHARE Members! Illinois Heartland Library System has just launched three new dashboards to empower SHARE member libraries with valuable insights.

The SHARE Circulation & Resource Sharing Committee has recommended a change in how formats are ordered in Aspen search results. Members are encouraged to comment on the new order. 

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Take a look at what's happening in our latest SHARE Member Notes!

SHARE is introducing a new Aspen feature called Year in Review! This feature uses patron reading history to create a personalized slideshow that summarizes reading habits such as favorite authors, top series, and reading recommendations. Patrons will not see this feature if reading history is not enabled or they checked out less than 6 titles. This feature has been enabled for library staff starting Dec. 23 and will be available for patrons starting Jan. 1 and will continue until Jan. 31. Below is an example of a Year in Review slide.

We’re thrilled to announce a major improvement that will save you time and simplify reporting!

Starting now, Delivery Closure Dates and SHARE Member Closure Dates can both be reported on a
single form. This update means less hassle and more efficiency when managing closures across the
board.

In fiscal year 2024, SHARE worked hard to ensure every member library received the maximum benefit from their membership. This was accomplished by saving members the cost of expensive software subscriptions, increasing item circulation, and providing first-class support and training.

The SHARE Aspen catalog now has an EBSCO databases page with geolocating links and descriptions of all the databases provided by the Illinois State Library. This page was created using the Web Resources feature of the Aspen Web Builder.

All libraries that print receipts, reports, and other items from the Polaris staff client will need to upgrade to ScrewDrivers version 7 by Dec. 31, 2024. Version 7 can be downloaded from here.

This does not apply to libraries that use only the web-based Leap application.

If you need assistance, please contact the IHLS Help Desk at 618-474-9770.