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‘Wisconsin Libraries Talk About Race’ Adds Spring Workshops
Wisconsin Libraries Talk About Race has added two in-person workshops this spring, “Navigating the Terrain of Change with Dr. Alonzo Kelly.“ April 25, 2024, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., East Branch, Brown County Library (2255 Main St, Green Bay) May 9, 2024, 9:30 a.m.-3:30...
WVLS Closed
The WVLS Office is closed on Friday, March 29. Delivery service will be operating as usual.
Spring Webinar Series: Neurodiversity at Work
Join the Wisconsin Public Library Systems for a Spring Webinar Series focusing on neurodiversity among library staff. Both webinars will be recorded and worth 1 contact hour toward public library certification. We Are Already Here: The Workplace Experiences of...
WVLS March 2024 Newsletter
The WVLS March 2024 Newsletter is now available Features includes: Library Legislative Day Fosters Relationships MCPL Installs Lactation Pod Guest Feature: Gillett Holds “Souper Bowl” Medford Hosts Mario at Weekend Storytimes Rib Lake Represented at Child Development...
CCBC Choices Now Available
CCBC Choices 2024 is a digital publication that recommends 238 books published in 2023 for children and teens. Each book entry includes full bibliographic citation, annotation, age recommendation, cover image, and where custom lists can be created. The publication...
WVLS Summer Math Adventure Grant Now Open
The 2024 WVLS Summer Math Adventure Grant is a pilot project and opportunity for WVLS libraries to offer or enhance math-based activities throughout the summer. Annually, the Wisconsin Mathematics Council creates a summer math program for public libraries to offer to...
WVLS February 2024 Newsletter
The WVLS February 2024 Newsletter is now available. Features include: Summer Math Adventure Grant Opportunity WVLS Welcomes New Staff Member Colby Receives Penny Press Clark County Libraries Represented at ADRC Celebration Annual Report Updates Save the Dates for 2024...
2023 Summer Program Graphics and Templates
Use these images and templates as you wish. When using a template, FIRST make a copy and then make your edits. Need help? Send me an email at and I can make a set for you! Program Printables Outdoor Program Plans Low-Cost Program Plans All Passive...
WVLS January Newsletter
The WVLS January Newsletter is now posted. Features include: Registration Open for Virtual Library Legislative Day Natalie Portman Named Honorary Chair for NLW Merrill Distributes Bird Art Kits Loyal Revamps Picture Book Section MCPL Distributes ‘Grab n G” Craft Kits...
October Newsletter Now Available
The WVLS October Newsletter is now available online. Features include: WVLS Adult Services Workshop in November October Recognizes Important Observance Member Library Director Interviewed on WPR Rib Lake Hosts Online Trivia Nights Back-to-School Bag Sale at RDL MCPL...
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month
This September, DC’s Wonder Woman is embarking on a new mission to champion the power of a library card as Library Card Sign-up Month Honorary Chair. A founding member of the Justice League, Wonder Woman is known for strength, compassion and truth. Armed with the...
How Can We Serve Seniors?
The Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM) presented a webinar on June 17 on providing senior services, and it was excellent. Here is more information: Webinar Recording Access the slides Full description and speaker information Highlights of the Webinar...
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month
Get ready for National Library Card Sign-up Month! ALA has you covered with free, artwork, social media ideas, and more. September is Library Card Sign-up Month, a time when the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries nationwide join together to remind...
Need Basic Computer Skills?
Two topics that the Library Advisory Committee (LAC) members discussed during the meeting on April 4 were assisting library users in completing specific tasks on computers and library staff wanting to improve their computer skills. What are some challenges? Users have...
Registration Open
Registration is now open for Trustee Training Week, set for August 12-16. There is a great line-up of speakers this year, including Rebekkah Smith Aldrich Pat Wagner Dawn Wacek Connie Meyer and Kathy Pletcher Shauna Koszegi There will be variety of topics covered,...
Use NoveList Plus For That Perfect Summer Read
Summer reading is right around the corner. Try NoveList Plus to help your patrons find the perfect summer read! NoveList Plus features cultivated lists for many favorite genres and features books for all ages. It is a searchable database; allowing you to search by...
Start Thinking About September
September will be here before we know it! September is Library Card Sign-up Month, a time when the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries nationwide join together to remind parents, caregivers and students that signing up for a library card is the first step...
SSCS Conference Registration Now Open
Registration for the one-day Support Staff and Circulation Services Conference on May 23 is now open. This year's theme is "Help Yourself, Help Your Library." Please join the conference in wonderful Eau Claire for a day of energized learning. Full conference...
Director’s Retreat Scheduled for September
The WVLS Director's Retreat will be held on Thursday, September 26 at Tribute Golf Course and Bunkers Bar and Grill, located at 1001 Golf Club Rd in Wausau. This biyearly event will be a full day geared toward the needs of library directors. Topics are still in...
Refresh Your Adult Programming
Are you looking to refresh programming for adults at your library? Find ideas and resources below for inspiration all year long. And, save the date for the 2019 Adult Services Summit on November 7, following the V-Cat meeting. “Cut the Cord:” invite speakers to talk...