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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 28/09/2026

One month to go! 📢 This time next month the Aspen Discovery community will be gathered in Oklahoma City with a packed schedule of talks, workshops, learning and activities ahead of us. In-person registration closes 30 September 2026, 11:59pm ET. Details: community.aspendiscovery.org/AspenCon2026

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AspenCon 2026
One Month to go
28-30 October 2026
Oklahoma City, OK
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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 15/09/2026

Registration for AspenCon 2026 closes in 15 days ⏳ Register before 30 Sept., 11:59pm ET to secure your in-person conference pass: buytickets.at/aspencon/220... View the packed schedule, event information, and conference activity details here: community.aspendiscovery.org/AspenCon2026

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AspenCon 2026

Join the Aspen Discovery community in Oklahoma!

28-30 October 2026
Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library, OKC.
Registration deadline: 30 September, 11:59pm ET.

AspenCon is the annual conference for the Aspen Discovery community, bringing together users, developers, and supporters to share ideas, showcase innovations, and collaborate on the future of open-source library software.

This year’s conference has a packed schedule of talks, workshops, networking, and evening social activities.

More information and registration:
https://community.aspendiscovery.org/AspenCon2026

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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 10/09/2026

You don't have to have all of the details figured at this stage, general answers are fine. If you have any questions, reach out to Lauren Purton (lauren.purton@openfifth.co.uk) or Tricia Andrews (tricia.andrews@metrolibrary.org)

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https://community.aspendiscovery.org/hostaspencon2027

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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 10/09/2026

Would you like to host AspenCon 2027? Submit your expression of interest by 15 September, 11:59pm ET. Complete the form to register your interest in hosting the annual conference dedicated to the Aspen Discovery library software community. community.aspendiscovery.org/hostaspencon...

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AspenCon 2027 - Host interest form

Bring AspenCon 2027 to you! We're starting the search for the next host of AspenCon, the annual conference dedicated to the Aspen Discovery library software community.

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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 28/08/2026

AspenCon 2027 Are you interested in hosting next year's event and bringing AspenCon to your doorstep? Submit the Host Interest form before 15 September, 11:59pm ET. community.aspendiscovery.org/hostaspencon...

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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 28/08/2026

Conference activities - Bowling and pizza on Wednesday 28th 🎳 - Trivia night on Thursday 29th 🧠 These activities are included with your conference pass. We'll share the booking form for these soon.

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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 28/08/2026

AspenCon 2026 is two months today 🎉 Whether you'll be joining us online or in person, we can't wait to get the community together! Key info: AspenCon 2026, 28-30 October. Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library, Oklahoma City, OK.

Register today!
AspenCon 2026
61 days to go
28-30 October 2026
Oklahoma City, OK
community.aspendiscovery.org/AspenCon2026

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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 13/08/2026

The search for the host of AspenCon 2027 begins! 🌎 If you are interested in bringing AspenCon to your doorstep, submit the Host Interest form by 15 September 2026, 11:59pm ET. Submission form and further information: community.aspendiscovery.org/hostaspencon...

Apply to host AspenCon 2027

Bring AspenCon 2027 to you!
We're starting the search for the next host of AspenCon, the annual conference dedicated to the Aspen Discovery library software community.
Submit your Host Interest form by 15 September 2026, 11:59pm ET

community.aspendiscovery.org/hostaspencon2027

Any questions? Reach out to Tricia Andrews or Lauren Purton

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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 06/08/2026

For in-person attendees, we also have practical workshops and fun conference activities soon to be announced! AspenCon 2026 28-30 October, Oklahoma City In-person conference pass $25 Online conference pass free. View the full schedule and register for your place today 🎟️

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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 06/08/2026

AspenCon 2026 has a fantastic lineup for the Aspen community! Whether you're looking to dive into new features, pick up quick tips, learn new practices from other libraries, or connect with the community, we have something on the agenda for everyone. community.aspendiscovery.org/aspenCon2026...

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AspenCon 2026 Schedule

What to expect at the conference? Presentations Lightning talks Workshops Digital Poster Sessions

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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 20/07/2026

The countdown is on! ⏳ There are 100 days until AspenCon 2026 in Oklahoma City. Take a look at the schedule, see this year's presenters from across the Aspen community & access registration: community.aspendiscovery.org/AspenCon2026 We can't wait to see you in-person & online this October!

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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 16/06/2026

Meet your AspenCon 2026 Keynote Speakers! 📢 Jeffrey Seymour, President / CEO at OKC Innovation District (OCID), will share how OCID serves their community through community-focused decision making & resource provision. Like Aspen, collaboration and working together are at the heart of their success!

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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 15/06/2026

Meet your AspenCon 2026 Keynote Speakers! 📢 Adam Thiel, Digital Accessibility Coordinator at Oklahoma ABLE Tech, will be answering the question 'What is #accessibility, anyway?' In this practical session, Adam will share context, tools and handy tips on how to make your digital content accessible.

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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 15/05/2026

You can expect to hear from us by the end of June. We look forward to sharing the official schedule with everyone soon!

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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 15/05/2026

The Call for Proposals for AspenCon 2026 has officially closed! A massive thank you to everyone who submitted their ideas. We are absolutely delighted by the variety of plots, genres, authors, and formats put forward this year. The planning committee has now begun the curation process.

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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 13/05/2026

Read about the experiences of speakers from AspenCon 2025 in Aspen Weekly 'AspenCon26 Sneak Peek — Be a Presenter!' (vol. 283). Have anything you'd like to share? There's one day left to submit your proposal for this year's conference. Deadline 14 May, 23:59 EST bywatersolutions.com/education/as...

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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 12/05/2026

This year we held a competition for the AspenCon 2026 logo, voted on by the Aspen Community. The winning design was created by Candice Hope, Systems Librarian at Payson City Library, combining host location Oklahoma City and Aspen Discovery, the software that brings us together. Thank you, Candice!

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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 05/05/2026

Benefits include online and in-person platforms to showcase your organization and network with the community. Find out more on the AspenCon site: community.aspendiscovery.org/AspenCon2026

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AspenCon 2026 | Aspen Community

Oklahoma City, OK

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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 05/05/2026

AspenCon is *the* annual gathering for everyone who uses, develops, and supports the open-source Aspen Discovery platform - all made possible thanks to our fantastic sponsors! Interested in supporting this year's event? Take a look at our sponsorship opportunities to find a package that suits you.

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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 27/04/2026

Deadline extension 🚨 We're extending the submission deadline for the AspenCon 2026 Call for Proposals. Submissions must be received by 14 May (23:59 EST), so there's plenty of time to finesse your talk, presentation, workshop and poster ideas. Info: community.aspendiscovery.org/AspenCon26pr...

AspenCon 2026 Call for proposals

Library, developer, big, small, in testing, in use, successes, challenges - we want to hear from you this AspenCon!

- Lightning talks (5-10 minutes)
- Presentations (45 minutes)
- Workshops (2 hours)
- Digital posters.

New submission deadline: Open until 14 May, 23:59 EST.

Find out more: https://community.aspendiscovery.org/AspenCon26proposals

AspenCon
28-30 October 2026 | Oklahoma City, OK

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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 21/04/2026

Interested in Sponsoring AspenCon2026 - see community.aspendiscovery.org/Files/53/Vie... for more information.

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aspenlibrarysoftware.org @aspenlibrarysoftware.org · 13/04/2026

Save the dates for AspenCon2026 in October

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