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A Better Solution for Cleaning the Library

Posted: September 26, 2019
When I worked at the library, I loved my shift in the Children's room. Especially during those quiet lulls that...
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A Background in Libraries

Posted: June 18, 2019
When I’m on the road visiting libraries, hosting workshops, or attending conferences, I am often asked about my background. People...
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Making a Place for “3D” in our School Library

Posted: February 28, 2019
Guest Post by Nathan Sekinger, National Board Certified Librarian and Teacher in Fredericksburg, VA and VAASL’s Librarian of the Year....
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Open House

Posted: February 25, 2019
The Library Corporation (TLC) SmartTECH division will be hosting its first STEM Open House on March 27, 2019 from 1:00...
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Cyber Sale on SmartTECH Professional Development

Posted: November 26, 2018
TLC and TLC•SmartTECH are getting in on the End of Year deals!!! Did you know that TLC•SmartTECH provides various professional...
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Goldilocks and the 3D Printer

Posted: November 1, 2018
Once upon a time… Just kidding! We won't go into the whole fairytale, but we do want to talk about...
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Beyond the Space

Posted: October 25, 2018
At TLC•SmartTECH, we are all about hands-on learning, which is why we work closely with librarians toward incorporating products that...
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Starting Small

Posted: October 17, 2018
Makerspaces have been the buzzword in libraries for several years now. But what exactly are they? Well, that depends on...
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Fundraising Your Makerspace

Posted: October 4, 2018
Have an idea to start or grow your makerspace, but don't have the funding to make it happen? Here are...
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Dream Big, Succeed Big

Posted: September 27, 2018
The Marion County Public Library System has been very excited to roll out STEM education and training this past year...
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Ideas To Grow Your Makerspace

Posted: July 31, 2018
Last week, the TLC•SmartTECH team hit the road on the first leg of the SmartTECH Roadshow. We visited thriving maker...
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The Wait Is Over, The Turing Tumble Is Here!

Posted: June 20, 2018
The much anticipated Turing Tumble marble-powered computer is no longer a preorder... they are here and already shipping! If you...

TLC and Turing Tumble Announce Partnership

Posted: February 8, 2018
The Library Corporation (TLC) and Turing Tumble have agreed to a strategic partnership, bringing the marble-powered computer - The Turing...