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Aim. This paper presents the topic of migration and the role that libraries play in the process of migrants' adaptation and integration. The purpose of the paper, based on a literature review, is to present insights into library services in relation to the needs of migrants, the migrants' perception of libraries and obstacles to using libraries. Approach/methodology/design. The methodological approach in the paper is based on the review and analysis of literature published in the field of information sciences on the topic of libraries and information needs of migrants. The identified knowledge is synthesized at the end of the work in the form of recommendations to libraries. Results. The paper identified and described information needs of migrants and the most commonly used sources of information, the services libraries offer to migrants through their programmes, collections and space, and the barriers migrants face when using libraries. The role of libraries in the development of a multicultural society and the importance of reading in building and maintaining their identity were also analysed. Most of the topics presented are related to services and needs in relation to the country of immigration. There is a gap in the existing literature on the information needs and library services of emigrants in relation to the homeland. Limitations. Terminologically, the paper uses the term migrants as a general concept and considers issues at a more general level concerning various groups of migrants. Although most services are viewed in the context of public libraries, the results are also applicable to other types of libraries for which migrants are a potential user group, such as academic libraries. Originality/value. The paper provides an overview of fundamental insights into library services for migrants and can benefit libraries in developing services for migrants, as well as other stakeholders for whom information needs, integration, identity preservation and wellbeing of migrants are important. The paper also encourages awareness of the indispensable role that access to information plays in fostering social inclusion and the role of libraries in the development of tolerance and democratic society. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose. The purpose of this paper is to collect information from the professional and scientific literature, documents and records, and interviews with library directors in order to analyze facts and make a more comprehensive, systematic overview of the development of libraries in Zaprešić and its surrounding area from the foundation of the first library until the end of 2018. Approach/methodology. The approach was a systematic search of the professional literature and available documents. It was concluded that the information in these sources were insufficient and it was decided to prepare a questionnaire with the questions about the development and current status of the libraries, which was sent to the libraries in Zaprešić and surrounding area. All the libraries responded to the questionnaire. The survey covered all libraries in the Zaprešić area (public, school, and university libraries). Findings. A detailed analysis of the literature and responses of the library directors and librarians was performed and the development of libraries in Zaprešić and surrounding area was presented. The presentation was made according to the type of libraries and chronologically. The aim was to show the complete picture of all libraries from the beginning and to the present state and activities. The results have shown that the libraries cooperate very well and very often. Also, it was observed that in the Zaprešić area the libraries have always played a very important role in everyday life of the community in the past and present, and that they are keeping pace with the modern changes in society and the development of library profession. Originality/value. This paper offers the first systematic review of libraries in Zaprešić and surrounding area. During the research process, a number of mostly unknown or less known facts about the libraries were revealed which could be invaluable to future researchers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose. The purpose of this paper is to present the event Sesvete Poetry Marathon which has been taking place in the Sesvete Library for the past twelve years as a part of the project Cultural Thursday in Sesvete. Approach. The introduction describes the reasons for developing the project Cultural Thursday in Sesvete. It is followed by the chronological overview and the launching of the event Sesvete Poetry Marathon. For the last five years, as a part of the Sesvete Poetry Marathon, a survey has been conducted to explore the satisfaction of the participants in order to continuously improve the manifestation. Results. The results of the survey have shown that there is a great interest for the Sesvete Poetry Marathon. The manifestation has gradually developed and changed in accordance with the users’ needs and interests and has been recognized among the participants who repeatedly visit the event every year. Originality. This paper presents the users’ needs analysis, the advantages and disadvantages of this specific library service and recognizes the possibilities to improve the manifestation in the future. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose. The aim of the paper is to briefly present the founding and development of the Public library “Juraj Šižgorić’’ Šibenik from its establishment to 1980s, especially in the context of the development of the Croatian librarianship and libraries, but also of general social and political circumstances. Approach/methodology/design. The first part of the paper describes the circumstances in Šibenik during the 20th century, at the time when the city library was founded and developed. The second and the third parts of the paper present the development of the Public library “Juraj Šižgorić’’ Šibenik in the context of the development of Croatian librarianship, from 1920s to the Second World War, and the third part describes the period from the war to the 1980s. The data were collected from the daily newspapers, available in digitized form, thanks to the digitization activities of the Public Library “Juraj Šižgorić’’ Šibenik, as well as the University Library in Split, and the data from the scientific and professional literature. The librarians from the Public Library “Juraj Šižgorić’’ Šibenik have published several papers about their library on different topics: contributions by deserving directors, creation and development of collections, the role of the library in the contemporary social and cultural life of the city. Findings. This paper gives an insight into the historical development of the Public Library “Juraj Šižgorić’’ Šibenik and its connection with social and cultural life of the city. Throughout its long history, the library has often faced many problems such as lack of space and fi nancial support, but has always strived to keep up with the contemporary demands and needs of the community. Originality/value. The development of the library has been viewed both in the social context and through the general development of libraries in Croatia. The paper may serve as a basis for further research, but it may also be the inspiration for writing reviews about the history of other libraries. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

At the end of 2004 Rijeka City Library started a county mobile library service in the region of Gorski kotar and Matulji municipality. Intention of this paper is to present the project of implementing a county mobile library service through several aspects: analysis of a public library network covering Primorsko-goranska County before the county mobile Library started, initiating the project Mobile library service in Primorsko-goranska County, planning and organizing the collections, services and programmes, purchasing the vehicle and equipment, starting the mobile library service, promoting the project, evaluating the project, and the plans for further development. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Following the emergence of library services for children in countries with a developed public library system, Croatian public libraries started developing special sections and services for children. This paper provides a review of the development of children's library services in Croatia from 1950's to 2005, describing the situation in children's libraries based on the data presented in 2004 by the Commission for Children's Libraries of the Croatian Library Association. The latter indicated a significant difference in the development of children's libraries in Croatia, both in terms of specific activities and in terms of the context in which they operate. This suggests a need for setting the basic standards which would define in more detail the conditions for performing activities focused more on the needs and rights of the users of children's libraries. The development of a clear operating strategy for children's services, as part of the general public libraries strategy, is yet another precondition for the development and successful operation in the field of children's library services in Croatia. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]