eb#1
The Smarter Way To Run Library Events & Room Bookings
eb#1 makes it easy for patrons to book and libraries to manage. One powerful platform for events, rooms, and equipment.
eb#1 at a glance
Designed for Libraries
Purpose built for events, bookings, and community engagement.
Loved by Libraries, Trusted by Staff
A seamless experience for both sides of the library.
Proven Results
Libraries using eb#1 report higher attendance and smoother operations.
Branded & Flexible
Customise our interface design or build your own.
Integrates with SOLUS Ecosystem
Seamlessly works with our Library App and LUCi.
Why libraries ❤️ eb#1
Boosts Event Attendance
Easier discovery and booking means more people attend - with most libraries reporting big jumps in participation after switching to eb#1.
Saves Staff Time
Automated carousels, brochures, templates, and reminders cut hours of manual admin, freeing staff to focus on programming and community.
All-in-One Booking
Manage events, rooms, and equipment in a single system. Patrons handle everything through their 'My Bookings' area, reducing patron queries.
Promote with Impact
Showcase programs beautifully with customisable branding, and access to 3.2 million free, high-quality images.
Powerful Insights & Reporting
Track attendance, revenue, bookings, and event ratings. Use demographic data to shape programming and strengthen funsing bids.
Inclusive & Secure
Mobile-friendly, multilingual, and accessibility ready. Integrated with our Library App and LUCi and secure online payments.
What our customers say...
"Staff spend less time in arranging reservations. It also reminds our patrons of their reservations and programs, so there are fewer "no-shows"."
Kearney Public Library | U.S.A
'...it's impossible to double book with other staff and easy to collaborate with others on proofing (events) before pages go public"
Garland County Library | U.S.A
Customizable for Libraries & Patrons
eb#1 adapts to your library’s branding and your patron’s preferences. From homepage layout and event category filtering to personal booking dashboards and notifications, every user gets a tailored experience.
Add your library logo and colour palette to stay on brand.
Patrons can view past and upcoming bookings in one dashboard.
Patrons can select from over 50 different languages to view eb#1 in.
Notify patrons of any urgent news such as closures or emergencies
Highlight key events or seasonal campaigns by adding them to your homepage carousel. eb#1 gives acess to over 3 million stock images to make carousels really stand out.
Patrons can choose wether they view events as a list or calendar.
Patrons can refine search results by filtering location, category and date.
One click shows a full list of upcoming events in any category.
One click shows a full list of upcoming events at any location.
Select a start and end date and eb#1 will produce a PDF brochure of all upcoming events.
This is a live PDF so updates after any event information editing takes place.
Branding
Add your library logo and colour palette to stay on brand.
My Bookings
Patrons can view past and upcoming bookings in one dashboard.
Language Preference
Patrons can select from over 50 different languages to view eb#1 in.
Critical Alerts
Notify patrons of any urgent news such as closures or emergencies
Featured Carousel
Highlight key events or seasonal campaigns by adding them to your homepage carousel. eb#1 gives acess to over 3 million stock images to make carousels really stand out.
Display View
Patrons can choose wether they view events as a list or calendar.
Filter Events
Patrons can refine search results by filtering location, category and date.
Events by Category
One click shows a full list of upcoming events in any category.
Events by Location
One click shows a full list of upcoming events at any location.
Create Brochure
Select a start and end date and eb#1 will produce a PDF brochure of all upcoming events.
This is a live PDF so updates after any event information editing takes place.
More eb#1 Features
Communicate with every Patron
EB#1 ensures no patron is left behind. With multilingual support (including right-to-left languages), customisable interface text, and personalised notifications, libraries can communicate clearly and inclusively. Patrons receive event reminders, cancellations, and updates in their preferred language, while libraries stay in control of the messaging.
Maximise spaces and resources
Manage your library’s rooms, equipment, and resources in one seamless system. Patrons can book spaces by capacity, layout, or amenities, while staff can set flexible pricing (community vs. commercial rates), buffer times, and recurring reservations. Secure payments through Stripe and Google Pay make the process effortless, and automated rules prevent double bookings.
Promote programs with impact
EB#1 makes promotion easy. Create event flyers, brochures, and live PDFs that automatically update when details change. Use the built-in library of over 3 million copyright-free images to make events visually engaging, and highlight key programmes with featured carousels and website widgets that refresh automatically.
Feedback and data to drive action
Go beyond attendance counts with EB#1’s feedback tools. Libraries can send post-event surveys to patrons, capture demographic information through tailored booking forms, and generate detailed reports. These insights help staff improve programmes, demonstrate impact, and strengthen funding bids with real evidence.
Smarter automation, less admin
Spend less time on repetitive tasks and more time engaging the community. EB#1 automates waitlist management, event reminders, and flexible room policies, while its “set-and-forget” scheduling means recurring events publish themselves. Staff gain back hours every week thanks to streamlined processes that run in the background.
Secure access and control
Keep your library spaces safe without adding staff burden. EB#1 integrates with RemoteLock to provide patrons with automated, time-limited door codes valid only during their booking. This ensures secure access to rooms while reducing the need for staff supervision and key management.
Seamlessly integrated ecosystem
EB#1 isn’t an isolated tool — it’s part of the SOLUS ecosystem. It integrates fully with the SOLUS Library App and LUCi Discovery Layer, making events discoverable alongside catalogues and accounts. With API access, embeddable widgets, and mobile push notifications, EB#1 connects to the systems libraries already rely on — and is ready for what’s next.
Patron experience made simple
Give patrons the experience they expect. With calendar or list views, powerful filters, and one-login access via their library card, finding and booking events or rooms is effortless. The “My Bookings” dashboard shows every past and upcoming reservation in one place, with automatic reminders keeping patrons engaged and informed.
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