by Leah Langby | Nov 21, 2024 | Keeping Up With Kids
I talked with Regina Arndt, the long-time youth services librarian in Altoona recently and got inspired by some of her programs. Teen programs can be tricky, and some of these ideas seem like they might work well for other libraries! Ping Pong and Pizza Nights Every...
by Leah Langby | Oct 29, 2024 | Keeping Up With Kids
I had a great chat with Valerie Spooner, the youth services librarian in Ladysmith, this afternoon. I LOVED hearing this story about the ways putting in the time for partnerships and relationships can pay off! In 2020 I was able to fulfill one of my library dreams...
by Leah Langby | Aug 2, 2023 | Keeping Up With Kids
Polarization, extremism, hate groups, conspiracy theories, misinformation…it’s all pretty overwhelming and more than a little scary. Families, caregivers, and communities need help to prepare for and respond to online hate and to hate groups recruiting young people...
by Leah Langby | Mar 22, 2022 | Keeping Up With Kids
March is certainly an exciting and tumultuous month weather-wise (and otherwise, too!). I hope things are going as well as possible for you all. Here are a few resources I recommend taking a look at: Summer Library Program: Looking to work with your schools to...
by Leah Langby | Nov 1, 2019 | Keeping Up With Kids
Last year, a grandparent who is raising a grandchild approached Cindy at the youth services desk in Park Falls and expressed a desire for parenting support. Cindy found her online resources and books, but this person was really looking for more support. A Parent...
