April 2025
How much value do you receive from your library for every $1 dollar you invest to help keep it running?
The Public Library Blueprints
March 2025
LRS has combined the boundaries of all Colorado public library systems onto one map using the latest data available.
February 2025
Take a sneak peek at the exciting new tools LRS is building and learn how to map out data unique to your community.
December 2024
Using tools discussed over the last two years of posts, we’re wrapping up this year by introducing data storytelling!
November 2024
Comparing Colorado’s PLAR data to national reports can reveal valuable insights, but one must be careful when doing so!
October 2024
These word clouds reveal the 23 languages reportedly used by Colorado public library staff to communicate with visitors.
August 2024
Read up on the recent changes to the Tourism Community Library designation and why this grouping exists in Colorado.
July 2024
Explore the many ways that Colorado public libraries are funded and the factors to consider when working with this data.
June 2024
Learn how to use sparklines to your advantage while exploring data on summer reading programs across Colorado.
May 2024
An accessible survey is key to ensuring the data collected is representative of all the communities a library serves.