The concept of online communities has jumped forward in leaps and bounds and everyone I know is 'on' one or more online communities.
Online communities are not only a way to stay in touch or to find new people but it is being used as a distribution tool for things such as activities and events or spaces where you can voice your political, environmental (just about any issue you like!) perspectives.
I think Libraries could use online communities as a 'step up' from email alerts. Imagine having all available borrowers signed up as the libraries 'friend' online. You could directly message people about notices and events; or people could post FAQ's on the libraries 'wall' so that not only will they be able to see the response, but others will have access to these FAQ's and so time could be saved by not repeating information!
Messages could also be posted by Authors soon to be doing a talk at the library (or they could even become friends if they wanted allowing greater access to themselves). Spaces detailing Staff Picks, book reviews could be available, as well as peer reviews on new books and upcoming new book orders!
If borrowers caught onto the idea, i think the possibilities could be endless.
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