#16 What's in a wiki?

Apparently, there are quite a few things in wikis. Wikis certainly fit right in with L2 and seem tailor-made for libraries, especially when we are trying to find more ways to reach patrons. I enjoyed browsing through SJCPL subject guides: they really have a nice layout that links books to the library catalog and then, of course, you can check the availability, place holds, etc. Sterling Municipal Library gives their patrons the option of keeping a reading history which I think is one of the best ideas I found. I liked the community links and think that would be nice for our library since patrons frequently ask about programs and services outside the library so it's just one more reference tool we could add to our website. I even found a nice, inexpensive, pet friendly apt. for rent through RocWiki. Too bad it's in Rochester, N.Y. Oh, well. Here's what else I found: a couple of titles to add to my Library Thing from BookLovers Wiki and the coolest art projects through Library Success. I think I'm going to borrow one of their ideas for a display here.