Art’s Power

A couple weekends ago, I discovered a new favorite band (The Resonant Rogues–check them out!).  As I sat in the concert, I was missing a beloved, departed family member and wishing I could share the music with her, so I wasn’t surprised to spring a...

WLA Awards–Make a Nomination!

Do you have a terrific and innovative program at your library you are proud of?  Is your whole darn library incredible and amazing?  Do you work with someone who you think is inspiring, smart, and effective?  Maybe it is time to consider nominating...

SLJ Teen Live Virtual Conference is FREE

Authors will speak on topics including immigration, gender, and reluctant readers. Click here to register for the 6th annual SLJTeen Live! Join us on August 9, 2017, from 10 AM – 5 PM ET, for the 6th annual SLJTeen Live! This free, entirely virtual conference...

Cumberland Scavenger Hunt

Building off a successful program from years’ past, the library in Cumberland is sponsoring a scavenger hunt for Pete the Cat, who is hiding in the windows of different downtown businesses each week this summer.  When kids find Pete, they let the library...

Making and Doing in Ogema

Over the past year, a group of tween girls have been spending Wednesday afternoons at the library in Ogema.  To engage these kids in some projects, the library put together a series for them this spring.  Activities included:Making May Baskets to give to...

River Falls Hosts Little Golden Book Show

From Baby Animals, illustrated by Garth Williams, used by permission, copyright 1952 Penguin Random HouseThis summer, the River Falls Public Library Gallery will feature an extensive collection of original illustration art from one of American publishing’s best-loved...

The Pyramid Model Goes to the Library

Thanks to Jessi from the Chippewa Falls Public Library for this blog post!Have you heard about the Pyramid Model?  The Pyramid Model provides a visual way to think about intentionally supporting the mental health needs of young children as a matter of public...

Paw Patrol Party in Chippewa Falls

Image from PixabayThanks to Jenna from Chippewa Falls for this guest post!Chippewa Falls Public Library hosted a Paw Patrol Party, where over 150 children and adults participated in activities inspired by the hit TV show. It was a barktacular time and proved that CFPL...