Participating libraries receive a package of videocassettes of educational and entertaining topics in Spanish for loan to library patrons. Packets are exchanged regularly to allow patrons a wider selection of materials. Libraries apply for mini-grants to support literacy and limited English speaking training classes held in their libraries, and to provide services to the older adults. The information formerly provided in the HALS newsletter, The HALS Connection , will be included in the various sections of this Web site. Cooperative efforts often allow the development of programs and services not feasible through individual efforts.
Systems allow their members to share resources - materials, services, and the expertise of members.
Working together, member libraries hope to improve library services in their communities and their regions.