Seven More Libraries Launch MessageBee From Unique in August

Seven More Libraries Launch MessageBee From Unique in August

Allegany County Library System (MD), Greater Manchester Inter Library Consortial System (NH), Mohawk Valley Public Library (NY), San Juan Island Public Library (WA), Southern Adirondack Public Library (NY) and, Staunton Public Library (VA), and Yakima Valley Libraries (WA) have launched MessageBee this week, adding more communication channels for their patrons.

Allegany County Library System in Maryland has launched SMS notifications through MessageBee. Part of the Western Maryland Regional Library network, Allegany’s patrons can now receive real-time updates directly to their mobile phones, enhancing convenience and engagement with the library’s services.

Greater Manchester Inter Library Consortial System (GMILCS) in New Hampshire has started its’ first consortium-wide Unique service with MessageBee SMS. The 13-member consortium across New Hampshire includes public and academic libraries, and will now be able to communicate effectively with patrons via text messages.

San Juan Island Library in Washington has also launched MessageBee SMS notifications. Located off the northwest coast of Washington near the Canadian border, this is the first Unique service the library has implemented. We’re excited to support the San Juan Island Library as they begin sending customized text messages to better serve their island community.

Southern Adirondack and Mohawk Valley Libraries in New York have launched MessageBee SMS. It is the first Unique service for both of these library systems, and will boost deliverability and patron engagement rates.

Staunton Public Library in Virginia has launched MessageBee Voice notifications. With MessageBee Voice, the library can now deliver timely, branded messages to patrons about hold availability, overdue items, and more—through personalized phone calls. This upgrade ensures better communication while maintaining the trusted tone of the library’s outreach.

Yakima Valley Libraries in Washington has launched SMS notifications. MessageBee SMS is the latest Unique service the library has added to their two-plus decades of Material Recovery. This addition enables the library to engage with patrons via a new channel, and keeps library users better informed.