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Equinox Welcomes 14 Pennsylvania Integrated Library System Libraries to Aspen Discovery

Atlanta, Ga., November 9, 2026: Equinox Open Library Initiative, a trusted leader in open source technology development and support, is pleased to announce the completion of the next phase of a multi-year project to implement Aspen Discovery at Pennsylvania Integrated Library System (PaILS) member libraries with a new group of fourteen libraries going live in August 2026.

Aspen Discovery is a powerful, highly customizable, open-source discovery layer engineered to make library collections more intuitive and accessible. Building on the success of an initial pilot group launched in 2025, Equinox and PaILS continue to expand modern discovery capabilities across the region.

“Equinox’s clients report that Aspen Discovery significantly improves the patron experience,” said Rogan Hamby, Data and Project Manager at Equinox. “We are excited to celebrate this milestone and look forward to welcoming more PaILS members as the project continues.”

PaILS was founded in June 2011 as a non-profit organization to provide an open source integrated library system for Pennsylvania libraries. It oversees SPARK, the Evergreen ILS managed by PaILS on behalf of its members across Pennsylvania. Equinox and PaILS have worked together to support SPARK since 2013.

“Aspen Discovery will transform how our patrons at SPARK libraries connect with our collections,” said Katie Greenleaf Martin, Executive Director at the Pennsylvania Integrated Library System. “Aspen Discovery brings together books, e-content, and digital resources in one easy-to-navigate catalog. By implementing a modern, personalized discovery experience, we expect to see stronger engagement and increased access to everything our libraries have to offer.”

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877.OPEN.ILS (877.673.6457)

About Equinox Open Library Initiative
Equinox Open Library Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is the successor to Equinox Software, Inc. Equinox’s mission as a nonprofit is to promote and support a thriving ecosystem for open source library communities in order to provide libraries worldwide with innovative open source solutions. Equinox is devoted to reducing barriers to library technology and services, expanding library access to open source software, and providing high quality technology, consulting, and support services. To learn more, please visit https://www.equinoxOLI.org.

About Aspen Discovery
Aspen Discovery is an open source discovery layer that powerfully gathers all of a library’s resources together into a single search. Aspen Discovery provides comprehensive access to the entirety of a library’s holdings, pulling in data from the ILS and licensed databases. For more information on Aspen Discovery: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/aspen-discovery/.

Equinox at the New York Library Association Annual Conference 2026

Atlanta, Ga., November 2, 2026: Equinox Open Library Initiative, a trusted leader in open source technology development and support, will be exhibiting at the 2026 New York Library Association Annual Conference in Saratoga Springs, New York, from November 4-7, 2026. Attendees are invited to visit Equinox at Booth #85 to learn more about Evergreen ILS, Koha ILS, Aspen Discovery, and Equinox’s custom open source integrations.

Equinox provides dedicated hosting, technical support, software development, and migration consulting to regional partners, including Westchester Library System and OWWL Library System.

“Libraries face complex technology challenges every day, and we help them find straightforward solutions,” said Andrea Buntz Neiman, Equinox’s Project Manager for Software Development. “NYLA is a great opportunity to connect with New York’s library community and talk about how open source tools can transform day-to-day operations.”

The NYLA Annual Conference and Trade Show is the premier gathering for library professionals in New York, offering professional development, policy discussions, and networking opportunities. Emphasizing the vital role libraries play in their communities, this year’s conference theme is “Libraries Because.” Additional conference information can be found here: https://www.nyla.org/annual-conference.

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Equinox Open Library Initiative
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877.OPEN.ILS (877.673.6457)

About Equinox Open Library Initiative
Equinox Open Library Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is the successor to Equinox Software, Inc. Equinox’s mission as a nonprofit is to promote and support a thriving ecosystem for open source library communities in order to provide libraries worldwide with innovative open source solutions. Equinox is devoted to reducing barriers to library technology and services, expanding library access to open source software, and providing high quality technology, consulting, and support services. To learn more, please visit https://www.equinoxOLI.org.

About Evergreen
Evergreen Integrated Library System is an award winning and trusted library solution used by more than 1,800 libraries worldwide. Evergreen ILS is a web-based and mobile-friendly system which provides attractive, easy to use interfaces for library acquisitions, administration, cataloging, circulation, OPAC, reports, course reserves, and serials functionality.

Evergreen ILS is an enterprise level system designed to manage a scalable catalog shared across libraries, including large public and academic library consortia. While designed for large collections, Evergreen is suitable for libraries of any size and type from government to museum and special collection libraries. Its flexibility enables libraries to configure policies and settings that work best for their communities and to maintain ownership of their library and systems data.

For more information on Evergreen: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/evergreen/.

About Koha ILS
Created in 1999 by Katipo Communications for the Horowhenua Library Trust in New Zealand, Koha Integrated Library System is the first open source Integrated Library System to be used worldwide. For more information on Koha: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/koha/.

About Fulfillment
Fulfillment is an open source interlibrary loan management system which leverages intuitive design and efficient workflows to maximize value and impact for libraries. Fulfillment provides community members expanded access to library resources across their state and beyond their consortium. For more information on Fulfillment: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/fulfillment/.

About Aspen Discovery
Aspen Discovery is an open source discovery layer that powerfully gathers all of a library’s resources together into a single search. Aspen Discovery provides comprehensive access to the entirety of a library’s holdings, pulling in data from the ILS and licensed databases. For more information on Aspen Discovery: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/aspen-discovery/.

About VuFindⓇ
VuFindⓇ is an open source discovery product for libraries and archives developed and maintained by Villanova University’s Falvey Memorial Library. VuFindⓇ enables library users to discover the entirety of libraries’ collections, including catalog records, journals, digital items, and more. VuFindⓇ is open source and customizable—the interface may be configured to best meet users’ needs. For more information on VuFindⓇ: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/vufind/.

Equinox at AspenCon 2026

Atlanta, GA, October 26, 2026: Equinox Open Library Initiative, a trusted leader in open source technology development and support, is pleased to announce that Equinox is sponsoring and presenting at AspenCon 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma from October 28-30, 2026.

Galen Charlton, Equinox’s Implementation and IT Manager, will present as part of the panel “Chat with the Technical Committee,” on October 29, 2026. Details about AspenCon can be found here: https://community.aspendiscovery.org/AspenCon2026.

“Equinox is proud to be represented on the Technical Committee and excited to discuss what the Aspen Discovery community can expect to see in the coming months,” said Galen Charlton. “We encourage all who are interested in Aspen to attend this panel for insight into how new features and enhancements are created and to learn how to contribute to the project.”

As an Aspen Discovery support provider, Equinox delivers expert development, hosting, and support services. For more about Aspen Discovery with Equinox visit: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/aspen-discovery/

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Laura Barry
Communications Coordinator
Equinox Open Library Initiative
EquinoxOLI.org
laura.barry@equinoxOLI.org
877.OPEN.ILS (877.673.6457)

About Equinox Open Library Initiative
Equinox Open Library Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is the successor to Equinox Software, Inc. Equinox’s mission as a nonprofit is to promote and support a thriving ecosystem for open source library communities in order to provide libraries worldwide with innovative open source solutions. Equinox is devoted to reducing barriers to library technology and services, expanding library access to open source software, and providing high quality technology, consulting, and support services. To learn more, please visit https://www.equinoxOLI.org.

About Aspen Discovery
Aspen Discovery is an open source discovery layer that powerfully gathers all of a library’s resources together into a single search. Aspen Discovery provides comprehensive access to the entirety of a library’s holdings, pulling in data from the ILS and licensed databases. For more information on Aspen Discovery: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/aspen-discovery/.

Equinox Welcomes Branch District Library to Aspen Discovery

Atlanta, Ga., October 12, 2026: Equinox Open Library Initiative, a trusted leader in open source technology development and support for libraries, is pleased to announce its implementation of Aspen Discovery for Branch District Library. Aspen Discovery is a highly customizable, open source discovery layer that makes exploring library collections engaging and intuitive.

“Partnering with Equinox is always a great experience, and this Aspen rollout is no exception,” said John Rucker, Library Director at Branch District Library. “We are so excited about our new catalog glow-up with Aspen! This one-stop shop will make it easier than ever for our users to discover all the materials and services we offer.”

Branch District Library was founded in 1991 and serves Michigan’s Branch County and Allen Township residents through its six branch libraries. Equinox and Branch District Library have worked together since 2018. Learn more about Branch District Library at: https://branchdistrictlibrary.org/.

“Combining Aspen Discovery’s incredible features and Equinox’s expert support is a win for patrons and library staff,” said Rogan Hamby, Equinox’s Data and Project Manager. “We are thrilled to offer a new way to connect Branch District Library with their patrons.”

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Laura Barry
Communications Coordinator
Equinox Open Library Initiative
EquinoxOLI.org
laura.barry@equinoxOLI.org
877.OPEN.ILS (877.673.6457)

About Equinox Open Library Initiative
Equinox Open Library Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is the successor to Equinox Software, Inc. Equinox’s mission as a nonprofit is to promote and support a thriving ecosystem for open source library communities in order to provide libraries worldwide with innovative open source solutions. Equinox is devoted to reducing barriers to library technology and services, expanding library access to open source software, and providing high quality technology, consulting, and support services. To learn more, please visit https://www.equinoxOLI.org.

About Aspen Discovery
Aspen Discovery is an open source discovery layer that powerfully gathers all of a library’s resources together into a single search. Aspen Discovery provides comprehensive access to the entirety of a library’s holdings, pulling in data from the ILS and licensed databases. For more information on Aspen Discovery: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/aspen-discovery/.

Equinox Sponsors the 2026 Minnesota Library Association Annual Conference

Atlanta, Ga., October 7, 2026: Equinox Open Library Initiative, a trusted leader in open source technology development and support, is pleased to sponsor the 2026 Minnesota Library Association Annual Conference, held virtually from October 8-9, 2026. Attendees are invited to learn more about Evergreen ILS, Koha ILS, Aspen Discovery, and Equinox’s custom open source integrations.

Equinox delivers expert consulting, development, and migration services and has partnered with library networks across Minnesota such as the Traverse des Sioux Library System and Southeastern Libraries Cooperating (SELCO).

“Equinox draws on decades of experience serving libraries to deliver the latest features and trusted technical support,” said Felicia Beaudry, Business Development Manager at Equinox. “We are proud to contribute to the Minnesota Library Association Annual Conference and are looking forward to connecting with the library professionals we serve.”

The Minnesota Library Association’s Annual Conference brings together the library community from across the state. This year’s theme is, “Supporting Each Other, Sustaining the Work.” Full conference details can be found here: https://www.mnlibraryassociation.org/page/2026Conference.

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Laura Barry
Communications Coordinator
Equinox Open Library Initiative, Inc.
EquinoxOLI.org
laura.barry@equinoxOLI.org
877.OPEN.ILS (877.673.6457)

About Equinox Open Library Initiative
Equinox Open Library Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is the successor to Equinox Software, Inc. Equinox’s mission as a nonprofit is to promote and support a thriving ecosystem for open source library communities in order to provide libraries worldwide with innovative open source solutions. Equinox is devoted to reducing barriers to library technology and services, expanding library access to open source software, and providing high quality technology, consulting, and support services. To learn more, please visit https://www.equinoxOLI.org.

About Evergreen
Evergreen Integrated Library System is an award winning and trusted library solution used by more than 1,800 libraries worldwide. Evergreen ILS is a web-based and mobile-friendly system which provides attractive, easy to use interfaces for library acquisitions, administration, cataloging, circulation, OPAC, reports, course reserves, and serials functionality.

Evergreen ILS is an enterprise level system designed to manage a scalable catalog shared across libraries, including large public and academic library consortia. While designed for large collections, Evergreen is suitable for libraries of any size and type from government to museum and special collection libraries. Its flexibility enables libraries to configure policies and settings that work best for their communities and to maintain ownership of their library and systems data.

For more information on Evergreen: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/evergreen/.

About Koha ILS
Created in 1999 by Katipo Communications for the Horowhenua Library Trust in New Zealand, Koha Integrated Library System is the first open source Integrated Library System to be used worldwide. For more information on Koha: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/koha/.

About Aspen Discovery
Aspen Discovery is an open source discovery layer that powerfully gathers all of a library’s resources together into a single search. Aspen Discovery provides comprehensive access to the entirety of a library’s holdings, pulling in data from the ILS and licensed databases. For more information on Aspen Discovery: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/aspen-discovery/.

Equinox at the 2026 Pennsylvania Library Association Conference

Atlanta, Ga., September 28, 2026: Equinox Open Library Initiative, a trusted leader in open source technology development and support, will be exhibiting at the 2026 Pennsylvania Library Association Annual Conference in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on October 4 -7, 2026. Attendees are invited to visit Booth #49 to discover how Equinox supports Evergreen ILS, Koha ILS, Aspen Discovery, and custom open-source integrations.

Equinox provides expert consulting, hosting, and migration services to institutions across Pennsylvania, partnering with networks including the Pennsylvania Integrated Library System (PaILS) and the Philadelphia Area Consortium of Special Collections Libraries (PACSCL).

“Equinox is proud to be a part of the library community in Pennsylvania,” said Galen Charlton, Implementation and IT Manager at Equinox. “We’re looking forward to celebrating the Pennsylvania Library Association’s 125th Anniversary at the Annual Conference.”

The Pennsylvania Library Association’s Annual Conference brings together librarians and information professionals from across the commonwealth. The Pennsylvania Library Association will be celebrating its 125th anniversary as part of this year’s conference with the theme, “Cheers to 125 Years!” Full conference information can be found here: https://www.palibraries.org/annual-conference-2026/.

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Laura Barry
Communications Coordinator
Equinox Open Library Initiative
EquinoxOLI.org
laura.barry@equinoxOLI.org
877.OPEN.ILS (877.673.6457)

About Equinox Open Library Initiative
Equinox Open Library Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is the successor to Equinox Software, Inc. Equinox’s mission as a nonprofit is to promote and support a thriving ecosystem for open source library communities in order to provide libraries worldwide with innovative open source solutions. Equinox is devoted to reducing barriers to library technology and services, expanding library access to open source software, and providing high quality technology, consulting, and support services. To learn more, please visit https://www.equinoxOLI.org.

About Evergreen
Evergreen Integrated Library System is an award winning and trusted library solution used by more than 1,800 libraries worldwide. Evergreen ILS is a web-based and mobile-friendly system which provides attractive, easy to use interfaces for library acquisitions, administration, cataloging, circulation, OPAC, reports, course reserves, and serials functionality.

Evergreen ILS is an enterprise level system designed to manage a scalable catalog shared across libraries, including large public and academic library consortia. While designed for large collections, Evergreen is suitable for libraries of any size and type from government to museum and special collection libraries. Its flexibility enables libraries to configure policies and settings that work best for their communities and to maintain ownership of their library and systems data.

For more information on Evergreen: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/evergreen/.

About Aspen Discovery
Aspen Discovery is an open source discovery layer that powerfully gathers all of a library’s resources together into a single search. Aspen Discovery provides comprehensive access to the entirety of a library’s holdings, pulling in data from the ILS and licensed databases. For more information on Aspen Discovery: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/aspen-discovery/.

About Koha ILS
Created in 1999 by Katipo Communications for the Horowhenua Library Trust in New Zealand, Koha Integrated Library System is the first open source Integrated Library System to be used worldwide. For more information on Koha: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/koha/.

Equinox Welcomes the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research to VuFind®

Atlanta, Ga., September 21, 2026: Equinox Open Library Initiative, a trusted leader in open source technology development and support for libraries, is pleased to announce that Equinox has completed the implementation of VuFind®, an open source discovery layer, for the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR). Equinox will provide ongoing VuFind® hosting and support.

“Patrons can now learn if the Library has a book, e-book, journal, technical note, or archival resource with a single query,” said Sara Byrd, User Experience Specialist at UCAR Library and Archives. “Prior to implementing VuFind®, this was something that required five separate searches.”

The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research is a nonprofit consortium of 129 North American colleges and universities focused on research and training in Earth system science founded in 1959. UCAR manages the U.S. National Science Foundation National Center for Atmospheric Research (NSF NCAR). Equinox also provides hosting and support for UCAR’s Koha ILS which began in 2010.

“Equinox is glad to partner with UCAR to bring together their Koha, ArchivesSpace, Islandora, and e-journal holdings from 360Link into one place with VuFind®,” said Galen Charlton, Implementation and IT Manager at Equinox. “Finding information shouldn’t mean searching one system after another. Equinox is pleased to support UCAR and its communities with VuFind®.”

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Laura Barry
Communications Coordinator
Equinox Open Library Initiative
EquinoxOLI.org
laura.barry@equinoxOLI.org
877.OPEN.ILS (877.673.6457)

About Equinox Open Library Initiative
Equinox Open Library Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is the successor to Equinox Software, Inc. Equinox’s mission as a nonprofit is to promote and support a thriving ecosystem for open source library communities in order to provide libraries worldwide with innovative open source solutions. Equinox is devoted to reducing barriers to library technology and services, expanding library access to open source software, and providing high quality technology, consulting, and support services. To learn more, please visit https://www.equinoxOLI.org.

About VuFindⓇ
VuFindⓇ is an open source discovery product for libraries and archives developed and maintained by Villanova University’s Falvey Memorial Library. VuFindⓇ enables library users to discover the entirety of libraries’ collections, including catalog records, journals, digital items, and more. VuFindⓇ is open source and customizable—the interface may be configured to best meet users’ needs. For more information on VuFindⓇ: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/vufind/.

Equinox Announces 2026 Q1 and Q2 Project Contributions to Fulfillment ILL and Aspen Discovery

Atlanta, Ga., July 22, 2025: Equinox Open Library Initiative, a trusted leader in open source technology development and support for libraries, is pleased to announce Q1 and Q2 2026 development and community contributions for Fulfillment and Aspen Discovery.

“Equinox is committed to delivering reliable, high-quality software development that helps libraries better serve their communities,” said Andrea Buntz Neiman, Equinox’s Project Manager for Software Development. “Libraries will have lots to love in Fulfillment 12 and with the Aspen Discovery projects completed by Equinox. From direct library card eRenewal within Aspen Discovery with Quipu to accessibility features in Fulfillment 12, Equinox is proud to bring these updates to the public. We especially want to thank our partners who make this work possible.”

Fulfillment 12

In May, Equinox launched Fulfillment 12, made possible in part through the support of Bibliomation. This latest release features redesigned interfaces and a range of accessibility improvements, including enhanced keyboard navigation, expanded compatibility with assistive devices, and response screen resizing for a more seamless user experience.

Accessibility testing for Fulfillment 12 was conducted by the Center for Inclusive Design and Innovation at the Georgia Institute of Technology, ensuring the platform meets standards for usability.

Equinox completed further Fulfillment development aimed at streamlining key staff interfaces and enhancing the patron request experience. This update will allow users to discover and access titles within Fulfillment when a local search returns limited results. These features will be included in an upcoming release.

Aspen Discovery

Equinox delivered two Aspen Discovery projects for the Pennsylvania Integrated Library System (PaILS), further strengthening Aspen’s integration with Evergreen ILS. The first enables Aspen to display patron-visible notes created within Evergreen, giving patrons greater access to information relevant to their accounts. The second facilitates online account renewal through Quipu eRENEW, offering patrons a more convenient way to keep their accounts up to date.

Both features are expected to be available for libraries later this year.

Additional information about Fulfillment and Aspen Discovery are available on Equinox’s website. Follow Equinox Open Library Initiative on Bluesky @equinoxOLI.org, Facebook, and LinkedIn for the latest updates.

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For more information:
Laura Barry
Communications Coordinator
Equinox Open Library Initiative
EquinoxOLI.org
laura.barry@equinoxOLI.org
877.OPEN.ILS (877.673.6457)

About Equinox Open Library Initiative
Equinox Open Library Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is the successor to Equinox Software, Inc. Equinox’s mission as a nonprofit is to promote and support a thriving ecosystem for open source library communities in order to provide libraries worldwide with innovative open source solutions. Equinox is devoted to reducing barriers to library technology and services, expanding library access to open source software, and providing high quality technology, consulting, and support services. To learn more, please visit https://www.equinoxOLI.org.

About Fulfillment
Fulfillment is an open source interlibrary loan management system which leverages intuitive design and efficient workflows to maximize value and impact for libraries. Fulfillment provides community members expanded access to library resources across their state and beyond their consortium. For more information on Fulfillment: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/fulfillment/.

About Aspen Discovery
Aspen Discovery is an open source discovery layer that powerfully gathers all of a library’s resources together into a single search. Aspen Discovery provides comprehensive access to the entirety of a library’s holdings, pulling in data from the ILS and licensed databases. For more information on Aspen Discovery: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/aspen-discovery/.

Equinox Welcomes Centralia Public Library to Evergreen ILS with the Missouri Evergreen Consortium

Atlanta, Ga., June 15, 2026: Equinox Open Library Initiative, a trusted leader in open source technology development and support for libraries, is pleased to announce that Centralia Public Library has migrated to Evergreen ILS as a new member of the Missouri Evergreen Consortium.

“We are delighted to celebrate the successful migration of Missouri Evergreen Consortium’s newest member library,” said Rogan Hamby, Equinox’s Data and Project Manager. “Our team was so impressed by the library’s enthusiasm for the project, and we look forward to seeing the positive impact they will make on the consortium and the Evergreen community.”

Centralia Public Library was established in 1903 by the members of the Mid-Week Club, a women’s literary club. After growing dissatisfied with the offerings available from traveling libraries, they built the initial collection with gifted materials from its members and raised money to establish a library fund. Learn more about Centralia Public Library at: https://www.centraliapubliclibrary.com/

“The Centralia Public Library has enjoyed working with Equinox during the Missouri Evergreen migration process,” said Amy Hopkins, Library Director at Centralia Public Library. “Equinox’s training and support have made the transition much smoother, and we’re looking forward to the improved resource sharing and expanded access that Evergreen offers our patrons and staff!”

Equinox has been working with the Missouri Evergreen Consortium since 2019. The Missouri Evergreen Consortium is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization which began in 2012. Learn more about the Missouri Evergreen Consortium at: http://moevergreenlibraries.org/

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877.OPEN.ILS (877.673.6457)

About Equinox Open Library Initiative
Equinox Open Library Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is the successor to Equinox Software, Inc. Equinox’s mission as a nonprofit is to promote and support a thriving ecosystem for open source library communities in order to provide libraries worldwide with innovative open source solutions. Equinox is devoted to reducing barriers to library technology and services, expanding library access to open source software, and providing high quality technology, consulting, and support services. To learn more, please visit https://www.equinoxOLI.org.

About Evergreen
Evergreen Integrated Library System is an award winning and trusted library solution used by more than 1,800 libraries worldwide. Evergreen ILS is a web-based and mobile-friendly system which provides attractive, easy to use interfaces for library acquisitions, administration, cataloging, circulation, OPAC, reports, course reserves, and serials functionality.

Evergreen ILS is an enterprise level system designed to manage a scalable catalog shared across libraries, including large public and academic library consortia. While designed for large collections, Evergreen is suitable for libraries of any size and type from government to museum and special collection libraries. Its flexibility enables libraries to configure policies and settings that work best for their communities and to maintain ownership of their library and systems data.

For more information on Evergreen: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/evergreen/.

Equinox Announces Major Features in Evergreen 3.17

Atlanta, Ga., June 8, 2026: Equinox Open Library Initiative, a trusted leader in open source technology development and support for libraries, is pleased to announce the latest version of Evergreen ILS (3.17).

Equinox’s development team contributed 16 features and 54 bugfixes, some with sponsorship from the Evergreen Collaborative Development Initiative and the BC Libraries Cooperative. Highlights include the ability to create hold policies based on Library Groups/Lassos, the option to clone circulation policies, and improvements to the public catalog, such as limited autofocus for basic search keywords.

Equinox’s Galen Charlton, Implementation and IT Manager, served as Evergreen 3.17 Release Manager. Other Equinox staff, including Jason Boyer, Andrea Buntz Neiman, Steven Callender, Jason Etheridge, Rogan Hamby, Mike Rylander, and Jennifer Weston contributed code, documentation, and participated in testing.

“Equinox is privileged to lead the development of Evergreen 3.17,” said Galen Charlton. “Our work on this release reflects nearly two decades of experience serving libraries and contributing to the Evergreen project. We are proud to contribute to Evergreen 3.17, which delivers meaningful improvements for library staff and expanded functionality for resource-sharing consortia. We would especially like to thank our development and community partners for their support.”

Full details about Evergreen 3.17 can be found here: https://evergreen-ils.org/documentation/release/RELEASE_NOTES_3_17.html

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Equinox Open Library Initiative
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laura.barry@equinoxOLI.org
877.OPEN.ILS (877.673.6457)

About Equinox Open Library Initiative
Equinox Open Library Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is the successor to Equinox Software, Inc. Equinox’s mission as a nonprofit is to promote and support a thriving ecosystem for open source library communities in order to provide libraries worldwide with innovative open source solutions. Equinox is devoted to reducing barriers to library technology and services, expanding library access to open source software, and providing high quality technology, consulting, and support services. To learn more, please visit https://www.equinoxOLI.org.

About Evergreen
Evergreen Integrated Library System is an award winning and trusted library solution used by more than 1,800 libraries worldwide. Evergreen ILS is a web-based and mobile-friendly system which provides attractive, easy to use interfaces for library acquisitions, administration, cataloging, circulation, OPAC, reports, course reserves, and serials functionality.

Evergreen ILS is an enterprise level system designed to manage a scalable catalog shared across libraries, including large public and academic library consortia. While designed for large collections, Evergreen is suitable for libraries of any size and type from government to museum and special collection libraries. Its flexibility enables libraries to configure policies and settings that work best for their communities and to maintain ownership of their library and systems data.

For more information on Evergreen: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/evergreen/.

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