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Fresh ideas and forward-looking services that help libraries meet evolving community needs — and how to implement them effectively.
I’m always looking around for inspiration—especially when it comes to marketing, community engagement, and building community through shared experiences. These don't always come from libraries. Bookstores, museums, cultural organizations, and even small businesses often experiment with engagement strategies that translate beautifully to library settings. Recently, I came across a thoughtful example from Editions Coffee Shop… Continue reading Community Engagement Tips from a Local Bookstore
As we close out the year, I’ve been reflecting on how much CAC Academy has grown — not just in numbers, but in depth, reach, and impact. When we launched the Full Academy option in 2023, my hope was to create an easy subscription model for libraries to access practical, library-specific training anytime, anywhere. What’s… Continue reading CAC Academy: Looking Back at 2025 and Planning for 2026
Since I first started working in libraries in 2000, I’ve heard the word creative used often to describe staff and the work they do. I’ve heard things like: “Staff develop new and unique programs as an outlet for their creativity.” “If we stop letting staff create their own flyers, we’ll stifle their creativity.” “Book displays… Continue reading Rethinking “Creativity” in Libraries
We’re thrilled to congratulate our client, Massanutten Regional Library (MRL), on being named the 2025 Library of the Year by the Virginia Library Association! This prestigious award honors MRL's outstanding community engagement, innovative programming, and unwavering commitment to serving the diverse needs of its patrons. Earlier this year, MRL was also recognized as Nonprofit of… Continue reading CAC Clients in the News! Massanutten Regional Library
We’re super proud of the Milwaukee Public Library (MPL), a recent client that has been featured in Fast Company for their dynamic and inventive social media strategy. Since 2022, MPL has embraced an unapologetically bold, video-first social approach—think memes, ironic "thirst traps," and cinematic storytelling reminiscent of Wes Anderson. The results have been impressive! Instagram:… Continue reading CAC Clients in the News! Milwaukee Public Library