According to United for Libraries, a division of the American Library Association, “Early literacy (reading and writing) does not mean early reading instruction or teaching babies to read; it is the natural development of skills through the enjoyment of books, the importance of positive interactions between babies and parents, and the critical role of literacy-rich […]
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On Thursday, April 11, local artists and art enthusiasts will gather for the artist reception of Wisconsin ArtsWest, the fortieth annual juried art exhibit sponsored by the library. The first ArtsWest show opened in September 1979. With ArtsWest Two in April 1981, it became a spring show and has been held annually since then. Since […]
The start of the year saw the launch of the Diversity Challenge. This reading program offers you the opportunity to dive into reading and win prizes along the way. Each month during the year, you must read a book from one of the twelve categories. After you register online, visit us at Information & Reference […]
March brings the beginning of spring and all its nice weather (please go away, snow), but it also brings some extremely exciting times in the world of sports. Whether you’re a basketball, baseball, hockey, or football fan, March is going to be exciting. The obvious big sports event is none other than March Madness, causing […]
Did you know that the month of March proffers such fun-filled days to celebrate as National Peanut Lover Day (March 1), National Panic Day (March 9), and Everything You Do Is Right Day (March 16)? If you have ever checked out in Greg’s lane at the circulation desk, you probably already know the special celebration […]
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“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.” —Benjamin Franklin For many people, the word “learning” suggests passively listening to lectures or reading textbooks. This is especially true for those of us who were mainly educated in traditional classrooms. As it turns out, participating in your own […]
I’m not sure what it is about series, but it seems like every time I pick up a book it is part of one. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not automatically against a book if I see that it is the beginning of a series. BUT! If you are like me, you may hesitate before […]
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One year ago, my father-in-law, age 84, was living on his own, driving, in charge of his own finances, and pretty much his life. After two bouts of pneumonia last spring, things changed quickly. The family felt it best that we think of some long term plans, the first of which involved him moving into […]
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For this was on Seynt Valentynes day,Whan every foul cometh ther to chese his make,Of every kinde, that men thynke may;And that so huge a noyse gan they make,That erthe and see, and tree, and every lakeSo ful was, that unnethe was ther spaceFor me to stonde, so ful was al the place. And right […]
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Are you a person that loves sharing news? Random knowledge that seems unlikely at first glance, but turns out to be as true as true can be? If you’re not, don’t worry, this post is still for you. But if you are someone that loves spreading joy, read on with mounting enthusiasm. In case you […]
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Let’s talk about early literacy, specifically Books for Babies!
/in Blog, Library Services, Special Interest, Your Community/by Jamie CAccording to United for Libraries, a division of the American Library Association, “Early literacy (reading and writing) does not mean early reading instruction or teaching babies to read; it is the natural development of skills through the enjoyment of books, the importance of positive interactions between babies and parents, and the critical role of literacy-rich […]
ArtsWest 40
/in Blog, Library Events, Special Interest, Your Community/by Isa, Programming LibrarianOn Thursday, April 11, local artists and art enthusiasts will gather for the artist reception of Wisconsin ArtsWest, the fortieth annual juried art exhibit sponsored by the library. The first ArtsWest show opened in September 1979. With ArtsWest Two in April 1981, it became a spring show and has been held annually since then. Since […]
Crush the 2019 Diversity Challenge
/in Blog, Library Services/by Michaela, Technical ServicesThe start of the year saw the launch of the Diversity Challenge. This reading program offers you the opportunity to dive into reading and win prizes along the way. Each month during the year, you must read a book from one of the twelve categories. After you register online, visit us at Information & Reference […]
March Sports Madness!
/in Blog, Curiosities, Special Interest/by Jon, Reference ServicesMarch brings the beginning of spring and all its nice weather (please go away, snow), but it also brings some extremely exciting times in the world of sports. Whether you’re a basketball, baseball, hockey, or football fan, March is going to be exciting. The obvious big sports event is none other than March Madness, causing […]
“Let’s Get Crafty”
/in Blog, Special Interest, Staff Picks/by Anna, Reference & Digital Services LibrarianDid you know that the month of March proffers such fun-filled days to celebrate as National Peanut Lover Day (March 1), National Panic Day (March 9), and Everything You Do Is Right Day (March 16)? If you have ever checked out in Greg’s lane at the circulation desk, you probably already know the special celebration […]
Successful Learning
/in Blog, Library Events, Library Services, Your Community/by Pamela, Library Director“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.” —Benjamin Franklin For many people, the word “learning” suggests passively listening to lectures or reading textbooks. This is especially true for those of us who were mainly educated in traditional classrooms. As it turns out, participating in your own […]
Worth Reading from the Beginning
/in Blog, Staff Picks/by Michaela, Technical ServicesI’m not sure what it is about series, but it seems like every time I pick up a book it is part of one. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not automatically against a book if I see that it is the beginning of a series. BUT! If you are like me, you may hesitate before […]
Dealing With Dementia
/in Blog, Curiosities, Library Services, Special Interest/by Charlie, Reference ServicesOne year ago, my father-in-law, age 84, was living on his own, driving, in charge of his own finances, and pretty much his life. After two bouts of pneumonia last spring, things changed quickly. The family felt it best that we think of some long term plans, the first of which involved him moving into […]
Parlement of Foules
/in Blog, Curiosities, Library Services, Special Interest/by Bradley, Reference ServicesFor this was on Seynt Valentynes day,Whan every foul cometh ther to chese his make,Of every kinde, that men thynke may;And that so huge a noyse gan they make,That erthe and see, and tree, and every lakeSo ful was, that unnethe was ther spaceFor me to stonde, so ful was al the place. And right […]
Guess What I Just Found Out!
/in Blog, Library Services/by Andria, Teen & Technology LibrarianAre you a person that loves sharing news? Random knowledge that seems unlikely at first glance, but turns out to be as true as true can be? If you’re not, don’t worry, this post is still for you. But if you are someone that loves spreading joy, read on with mounting enthusiasm. In case you […]