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The Susquehanna County Library's website, susqcolibrary.org, is being changed to be even more useful. "We're keeping a similar look, but using a different method--a Content Management System--to maintain it," says Systems Librarian Hilary Caws-Elwitt. The new web interface, which will be rolled out this week, includes a convenient way to search not only the local library catalog, but also Scranton Public Library and statewide. It will be easier for librarians to feature new events, lists of newly-added items, questions about library policies, links to useful websites, and so forth. "Mambo, the content management system we're using, is completely free," says Caws-Elwitt, "so this upgrade has cost only some staff time and will save more time down the road."
The library's catalog and circulation system are handled through a state program, which allowed the Susquehanna County Historical Society & Free Library Association to provide state-of-the-art services, including online requests and renewals, without any upfront costs. The public online catalog will also be getting a facelift around the same time. "We don’t have control over exactly when that will happen," says Caws-Elwitt, "but the basic functionality will be the same--only the look will change."
The Library welcomes feedback and comments. You can call 278-1881 or email sctylibrary@stny.rr.com.
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 15 February 2005 )
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