City of Berwyn (Berwyn Public Library)

The Berwyn Public Library in Illinois will develop a geolocation-capable software application designed to connect teens with librarians and library programs near their current location. The app will allow users to communicate with librarians as well as register for library events and share the event information via popular social networking websites. The software will be used initially by 15-20 Illinois public libraries to encourage increased engagement with teenagers and help these libraries increase their web presence and explore the use of mobile technology in their communities.