Lock in Your FY2026 Membership and Optimize Your Budget

Did you know you can pay for your Amigos membership in advance? As many libraries approach the end of their fiscal year, now is the perfect time to make the most of remaining funds while securing valuable resources for the upcoming year. Lock in your FY2026 membership today to optimize your budget and ensure continued access to essential library services.

St. Louis County Library Wins Jerry Kline Community Impact Prize

St. Louis County Library (SLCL) recently won the 2025 Jerry Kline Community Impact Prize in recognition of its outstanding collaboration with local government and the community, awarded by Library Journal. The award, presented in partnership with the Gerald M. Kline Family Foundation, includes a $250,000 grant and a feature in LJ’s February issue.

Navigating to the Amigos Job Bank on the Redesigned Website

With the launch of the redesigned Amigos Library Services website, some familiar links have been relocated to improve functionality and accessibility. Below are screenshots and a quick-reference guide to help with navigating to and using the Amigos Library Services Job Bank.

Recruit Top Talent with the Amigos Job Bank – A Free Benefit for Members

Looking to attract qualified candidates to your library? The Amigos Job Bank is an invaluable resource that provides member libraries with free access to a highly visible platform for recruitment. With over 330 positions from more than 110 institutions shared in the 2023-2024 membership year alone, this service connects job openings with a nationwide pool of job seekers, ensuring your opportunities receive the attention they deserve.

Discover the New Amigos Library Services Website!

Amigos Library Services is excited to announce the launch of its redesigned website. The updated site features a modern design and enhanced functionality, making it easier for visitors to locate information, learn about the organization, join as members, enroll in courses, and more.

Congratulations to Metadata Management Tools Micro-Credential Recipients

Congratulations to the six recipients of Amigos’ Metadata Management Tools Micro-Credential. These individuals completed the three courses in the Metadata Management Tools series (Introduction to MarcEdit; Introduction to OpenRefine; and Programming with Python and PyMARC) and a capstone project to demonstrate their mastery of the series’ concepts.