by Jamie Matczak | Sep 20, 2018 | Blog Post, Featured Post Slider
Did you know that it is against the law for public libraries to charge fees for their programs? With the popularity of technology, Pinterest, DIY, and HGTV’s home improvement shows, community interest in library programs on crafting, homemaking and handmade goods is...
by Jamie Matczak | Sep 13, 2018 | Continuing Education, Featured Post Slider, Youth Blog
Annual Youth Services Workshop Thursday, November 8, 2018 Wausau Community Room, Marathon County Public Library 300 First Street, Wausau, WI Register online by November 2 2018 Youth Services Workshop Flyer Participants will learn about developmental assets, attitude,...
by Jamie Matczak | Sep 11, 2018 | Blog Post, Boost, Featured Post Slider, Youth Blog
Most libraries celebrate Banned Books Week in September every year and talk about the importance of access and intellectual freedom at that time. Books that are challenged are featured in displays and programming. Unfortunately, book and library material challenges...
by Jamie Matczak | Sep 6, 2018 | Blog Post, Featured Post Slider, Uncategorized
A patron of Millburn (N.J.) Free Public Library (MFPL) made headline news when he requested to use the facility’s 3D printer to create a part for an AR-15 rifle. The recent efforts by the Texas-based nonprofit Defense Distributed to publish blueprints for...
by Jamie Matczak | Sep 4, 2018 | Blog Post, Continuing Education, Featured Post Slider
Apps and Beyond: Low-Cost Technology for Your Patrons and Library (webinar) Wednesday, Oct. 17; 1 p.m. 1 contact hour and technology credit Technology can be intimidating, but with a bit of knowledge, it can be incredibly helpful and time-saving. Increasingly,...
by Jamie Matczak | Aug 21, 2018 | Blog Post, Featured Post Slider
Early bird registration for the WLA Conference is now open. The conference will take place October 23-26 at the Radisson La Crosse and La Crosse Convention Center. If you register before October September 28, you can take advantage of the low, early-bird registration...
