A library for every patron: The story behind Kids and other Themed catalogs in Vega Discover, a year after the feature was released
With Vega Discover, libraries can curate an experience as unique as their communities. For libraries with Premium or Consortia packages, Vega Discover offers the ability to create multiple catalogs with unique URLs, tailored to their communities. Libraries can then set up collection parameters for the catalog so that search results only return items from the Children’s Category.
Building personalized experiences for all
Each themed catalog has a custom homepage designed through an intuitive page builder. Imagine a welcome mat for each room in your house that highlights something unique about that space. A genealogy homepage might showcase a collection of historic newspapers and documents, a vinyl homepage might highlight records in the library’s collection, and a rare maps homepage could display antique globes and atlases owned by the library.
Librarians can upload custom visuals, choose from professionally designed templates, and arrange content to highlight collections, events, or resources. The platform empowers libraries to tell their own story—no coding skills required. “We wanted to make the library a place of delight and curiosity, starting from the very first click,” said Kat Cuff, Director of Product Management at Innovative, from Clarivate.
Crafting a magical gateway for kids
A child’s first library visit is pure magic—a world of stories, adventure, and endless possibilities. The design options for Kids Catalog homepages, in particular, is a product of imagination and care. It captures that feeling with easy-to-read fonts, bright visuals, playful icons, and a simplified search interface, creating a digital playground where young readers can explore with joy and curiosity, where everything feels like it was made just for them.
Rochester Hills Public Library Kids’ Catalog (can be accessed here: https://kcsubj-rhpl.na3.iiivega.com/)
The impact of personalized library spaces
Vega Discover’s tools go beyond just aesthetics. They foster deeper connections between libraries and their patrons by making the experience more personal. Whether it’s a children’s story time featured prominently on the homepage or a custom collection celebrating the library’s anniversary, these homepages bring the community closer to the heart of the library. Explore the creativity behind Vega Discover’s themed and kids catalogs by watching our on-demand webinar: “Fall in Love with Our Kids and Themed Catalogs.”
Let’s keep writing the story of libraries, one magical homepage at a time.
Suffolk Public Library Kids’ Catalog (can be accessed here: https://livebrarykids-suffc.na.iiivega.com/)
Vega Discover helps patrons search, find, and browse resources through more relevant search results, related resources, and recommended items. Discover provides the modern online experience patrons have come to expect, using an intuitive interface and enrichment content to create an immersive library experience. Built on BIBFRAME formatting and linked data connections, it provides a user-friendly and search-engine-like experience.
To learn more, download the Discover fact sheet or contact us today.