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‌Message from CEO

Fall is a great season for connecting with members. Amigos staff have had the pleasure of attending several conferences over the past few months, including the Texas Council of Academic Libraries (TCAL), Missouri Library Association, and Arizona Library Association. And we are looking forward to upcoming Missouri Public Library Directors (MPLD) and Kansas Library Association meetings. As we spend time with staff from member libraries, we hear about the value of our continuing education opportunities, the importance of courier services and resource sharing, and your continued interest in vendor offers. It’s been exciting to learn about greater involvement with NISO through Amigos’ NISO consortium agreement. And we appreciate libraries’ interest in our new Hyku digital repository service. We know there are also challenges in the current environment – and we hope that more libraries will think with Amigos about how we can navigate those challenges together. Conferences are always a great opportunity to learn more about the many connection points we have across member libraries.

As we prepare for a new strategic plan, we are introducing a series of short, one-question surveys to better understand the interests of members and libraries across our region. This month’s one-question survey focuses on this idea of connection and asks, “How would you like to learn and connect with other libraries through your membership with Amigos?” We would love to hear from you and appreciate your engagement with our future work.

And if you missed our October one-question survey about library technology needs, we would still love to have your feedback.

As always, please reach out to membership@amigos.org or email me directly at figueroa@amigos.org to talk about how Amigos can partner with your library.

‌Applications Open for 2026 NISO Plus Scholarships

Amigos encourages staff from member libraries to apply for the 2026 NISO Plus Scholarship Award through November 24, 2025. The program is designed for emerging and mid-career professionals whose perspectives are underrepresented in scholarly communications and who are eager to learn, network, and help shape the future of the information community.

Scholarship recipients receive complimentary registration for all NISO Plus virtual programming, the NISO Plus Global/Online Conference in September 2026, and all NISO educational webinars through 2027.

‌‌Congratulations to 2025 MLA Award Winners

With the theme of “Joy in Our Libraries”, the recent 2025 Missouri Library Association (MLA) Annual Conference welcomed librarians from across the state of Missouri and beyond. This year’s annual awards ceremony continued to celebrate libraries, with several awards going to those at Amigos member libraries (St. Louis County Library, Missouri Southern State University, University of Missouri Libraries, Little Dixie Regional Libraries, and Missouri Historical Society Library & Research Center).

‌Keynote Speakers Announced for Practical Paths to the AI-Enhanced Library

Join us on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, for Practical Paths to the AI-Enhanced Library, an Amigos online conference exploring how libraries are putting AI into action through real-world projects, collaborations, and service innovations. Attendees will gain practical insights, lessons learned, and creative approaches from library professionals who are navigating the evolving role of AI in their work.

The conference will include an opening keynote presented by Mimi Calter and Kelly Walker-Moseley and a closing keynote presented by Lauren Hays, PhD, MLS. 

‌Amigos Online Learning - Free for Members

All online courses on the Continuing Education Services schedule are free for Amigos members. Review the Schedule for the latest additions and updates:

• Discover Hyku: Empowering Libraries with Open-Source Repository Solutions
• Metadata Principles and Practices: Metadata Relationships
• The Essentials: Workplace Communication
• Know & Go: Exploring Government Information
• Introduction to Library Acquisitions
• Know & Go: Documenting Library Work
• Practical Paths to the AI-Enhanced Library Conference
• Introduction to MarcEdit

DOAJ Shares Updates and Thanks Amigos Supporters

With support from more than 600 libraries worldwide, including a number of Amigos members, the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) continues to grow and strengthen its mission to promote quality, freely accessible scholarly publishing.

In their recent 2025 Fundraising Update, DOAJ shared financial highlights from 2024. They have also reaffirmed their commitment to the Principles of Open Scholarly Infrastructure (POSI), emphasizing transparency, accountability, and community-driven governance.

DOAJ extends thanks to Amigos member libraries for their ongoing support—your contributions make open access possible.

Learn How the Jessica Kingsley Publishers Library Enhances Collections in Free Webinar

Join Bloomsbury on December 2nd for their free virtual webinar that will introduce the Jessica Kingsley Publishers Library, a cross-searchable eBook platform offering authoritative content in mental health and counselling, neurodiversity, gender diversity and sexuality, and inclusive teaching and learning.

Make Every Label Count with Demco

Demco offers smart, library-friendly solutions for one of the most overlooked (but busiest) parts of collection presentation: spine labels and color-coding. Demco provides Amigos members with exclusive discounts on labeling tools and supplies that simplify organization and enhance the patron experience. From genre stickers to display signage, Demco helps libraries create intuitive, inviting collections that guide readers right where they want to go.

‌Project MUSE Introduces the 2026 Hopkins Book Collection

Exclusively offered only through Project MUSE, the new Hopkins Book Collection offers low administrative overhead and seamless delivery of content directly to your library. Special discounts are available for Amigos member libraries for this exclusive new offering which includes the complete frontlist of Johns Hopkins University Press scholarly monographs and professional books, all in one convenient package.

‌BioOne Introduces Subscribe to Open Pilot Program

Beginning in 2026, BioOne will launch a Subscribe to Open (S2O) pilot program for its flagship collection, BioOne Complete, helping libraries support open access while maintaining seamless access to trusted scientific content.

Amigos member libraries can continue to provide researchers, students, and faculty with vital scholarly resources from the BioOne publishing community. Renewal and multi-year subscription options are available to participating libraries, offering both flexibility and cost savings.

‌New Vendor Partner Bibliotele

Amigos newest vendor partner, Bibliotele, is the first streaming and live programming platform built for libraries to engage their Spanish-speaking communities. With original programs and a catalog of films, series, documentaries, and TV shows, Bibliotele helps libraries offer content that is both entertaining and impactful.

Amigos members receive special pricing, designed to fit today’s budget realities, making it easier than ever to expand Spanish-language offerings.

3 Months Free and Discount on Morningstar

Amigos members can save on Morningstar with a special offer: Get 3 months free plus 15% off list prices on the Morningstar Investing Center database. The Investing Center delivers global investment data, expert analysis, screening and comparison tools, daily market news, and educational content to help users achieve their investing goals. 

This offer is valid for new subscribers. Existing subscribers may request a custom quote for subscription upgrades. Free trials, quotes, and demonstrations are available.