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March 4, 2025
Hosting Solutions & Library Consulting

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Register for POWER Library Pop Up!
Space is limited at all locations. Don't wait to register.
Each program will run from 10:30 am-12:30 pm and include training on POWER Library e-resources, hands-on engagement activities, POWER Library materials, and more! We can't wait to see you this spring, so please mark your calendar for the location near you. Many thanks to our host libraries!
  • April 8th at Frank Sarris Public Library in Canonsburg
  • April 9th at Franklin Public Library in Franklin 
  • April 10th at St. Marys Public Library in St. Marys
  • April 11th at Schlow Centre Region Library in State College 
  • April 15th at Hershey Public Library in Hershey
  • April 16th at Wissahickon Valley Public Library in Blue Bell
  • April 17th at Easton Area Public Library in Easton 
Register Now!

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Single Sign-On (SSO)
vs. IP Authentication
Know the Difference!
Information for K-12 Participants!
SINGLE SIGN-ON (SSO)
SSO is available for schools that:
  • Use ClassLink, Clever, or Google as their SSO platform.
  • All schools in a district participate in POWER Library.
What's great? SSO allows users to sign-in to SSO from inside school or from home and not be prompted for a library card number.
 
What's worth noting?
  • SSO does not provide local usage statistics.
  • Using the unique link provided by the Links Generator to access the POWER Library is not access via SSO.
Note: Private and Cyber Schools are eligible for SSO for an additional small annual fee.
Learn More About Single Sign-On (SSO)!
IP AUTHENTICATION
IP authentication is available to all POWER Library participating institutions, and the important points are:
  • IP authentication uses your school's external IP addresses as the basis for enabling users inside your school to access the e-resources without being challenged for a library card number.
  • Each school must use their unique link for IP authentication to work. Find the link for your school in the Links Generator.
What's worth noting? Users accessing the unique link for your school from home will be prompted for a library card number. 
Questions About IP Authentication? Contact Support!

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 Getting Started with Transparent Language Online!
Professional Development Webinar On March 11!
What will participants learn?
The best language learning platform is the one your patrons actually use. But they can't use it if they don't know about it. Which means you've gotta spread the word about Transparent Language Online, and we've gotta help you. 
First step: getting to know the platform. Join Transparent Language staff for an introduction (or a refresher) of Transparent Language Online for Libraries. We'll take a look at the learning portal including...
  • setting learning goals & earning streaks
  • browsing popular courses & creating your own learning path
  • touring through a lesson & various learning activities
  • exploring what's new lately (and maybe a sneak peek at what's coming soon?)
When can I attend?
Tuesday, March 11, 2025: 2-3pm EDT
Register For The Webinar!

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New Collections in PA Photos & Documents!
Check out these recently added collections!
Timothy Kirk Memorandum Book Collection (Provided by the Chester County History Center)
 
Unionville High School Yearbooks (Provided by Unionville High School)
 
William W. Heed Diary Collection (Provided by the Chester County History Center)
 
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Browse PA Photos & Documents!

New Job? Retiring?
Staff Changes? Please Let Us Know!
Help us keep the participant directory accurate!
Moving to a new school, retiring, or otherwise leaving your current position? Please let us know! Keeping us updated with contact changes ensures staff are kept current on lists, newsletters, and that invoices issued by HSLC are received.
Please Report Contact Updates to HSLC!

Do You Need Support? We Are Here to Help!

If you need support, please use one of the options provided below to contact HSLC. 

Complete the POWER Library Support Form
Email us at support@hslc.org
Call us at 215-222-1532
Get Support!

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This project is made possible in part by Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services and through the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Library Access funds administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, Office of Commonwealth Libraries. The views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this website do not necessarily represent those of the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services or the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

POWER Library is hosted by HSLC
3600 Market St., Suite 550
Philadelphia, PA 19104