We’re excited to announce the relaunch of the Ontario Innovative Users Group—and we’d love for you to be a part of it!
In partnership with London Public Library, we’re hosting our first in-person regional conference on Thursday, October 23, 2025 (10:00 AM - 4:00 PM):
London Public Library – Central Library
251 Dundas Street
London, ON N6A 6H9
This full-day event will bring together library professionals from across Ontario to share ideas, discuss workflows, and reconnect as a community. Clarivate will be joining us to share key product updates, answer questions, and support regional engagement efforts—and they’ll also be generously providing complimentary morning refreshments (like bagels and pastries) and a catered lunch for all attendees.. Topics will include:
Sierra & Polaris
Vega Discover
LX Starter
Innovative Phone Alerts & SMS
In addition to vendor-led updates, we’ll host user-led sessions on topics submitted by the community, such as:
Staff training and workflow best practices
Removing expired OverDrive records from Sierra
Using REST APIs and writing SQL queries
Developing an action plan for cyber incidents
Integrating RFID pads and receipt printers with Sierra Web
We’ll also discuss ideas for future Ontario IUG gatherings and how we’d like to shape the group moving forward.
The WILIUG Fall Meeting will take place on Friday, October 24. This virtual meeting will feature live sessions, ILS-specific forums, and a presentation from Innovative. Registration is free! Click here to check your membership status or become a member.
The full agenda, as well as registration, will be available in September. Watch your inbox for updates! Agenda and registration links will also be available on the WILIUG website.
Call for Quick Hits Presenters
Got a clever idea, project, or tip to share? We’re looking for presenters for our Quick Hits sessions—brief, 10 minute virtual presentations via Zoom that will be featured during the Fall Meeting.
This year, we’re focusing on these short, impactful talks instead of full-length presentations. It’s a great way to highlight a special project, creative ILS workaround, practical tip, or anything unique your library is doing!
Other suggestions for topics include: customization of your Find Tool, working with pick-up locations in Polaris 7.5, or API ordering setup with Baker and Taylor. Both Sierra and Polaris topics are encouraged!
We’re excited to announce the (re)launch of the Rocky Mountain Innovative Users Group!
In partnership with Denver Public Library, we’ll be hosting our first in-person regional conference on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at:
Denver Public Library – Central Library
10 W. Fourteenth Ave. Pkwy.
Denver, CO 80204
This event will bring together library professionals from across the Rocky Mountain region to share ideas, explore workflows, and reconnect as a community. Clarivate will be joining us to provide product updates, answer questions, and support regional engagement efforts. They’ve also generously offered to provide complimentary refreshments throughout the day.
Clarivate topics will include:
Sierra & Polaris
Vega Library Experience
Innovative Mobile, Phone Alerts & SMS
In addition to vendor-led updates, we’ll feature user-led sessions on topics submitted by the community, including:
Best practices for gathering statistics and transactions using SQL
Understanding discrepancies between Create Lists and SQL reports
A deep dive into the Consortium Management Extension
Self-service, automation, and AI in access workflows
Continued support for SQL and sysadmin forums
Louisville Public Library’s experience with SmartLockers for self-service access in the Town of Superior
We’ll also open the floor to discuss ideas for future Rocky Mountain IUG gatherings and how we’d like to shape the group moving forward.
We're excited to announce the (re)launch of the Northeastern IUG Regional - a new regional group that welcomes former New England IUG Regional members while expanding to incorporate libraries throughout the tri-state area. This inclusive approach brings together even more library professionals from across our connected region for collaboration and shared learning.
Event Details: Friday, December 5, 2025 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Clarivate will be on hand to present important product updates, address your questions, and facilitate meaningful regional discussions. They're also kindly sponsoring our morning refreshments, featuring bagels, pastries, and more.
Updates on Polaris & Sierra
Exploring the Vega Library Experience
The Innovative Mobile App and Phone Alert
RSVP Required: Please confirm your attendance for planning and event updates. We need your responses to help us build our agenda and discussion topics.
Help Us Build Our Agenda! We want this regional gathering to focus on what matters most to you. Please complete our brief questionnaire so we can tailor our discussions to your interests and challenges.