Library Services and Collections

THE NEXT CHAPTER Collection

THE NEXT CHAPTER collection, created with a gift to the library from Bob and Carroll Heideman and RSVP of Dane County, is a one-stop shop where retirees or persons approaching retirement can find the information they need to take charge of their future and create a life they love living. The collection consists of books, DVDs, magazines, and other information, complimented by an electronic newsletter sent every other month. Currently housed at the Alicia Ashman Branch, the collection is supplemented by related materials in all Madison Public libraries. As part of the collaboration, RSVP and Madison Public Library will also present additional programs throughout the year on aging, health, financial planning for retirement, the benefits of volunteering, and other related topics.

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Your Pathway to Lifelong Learning at UW-Madison

Alicia Ashman Branch, Saturday, April 26, 10 a.m.
Whether you spent your career at UW-Madison, or have never set foot on campus, everyone is welcome to take advantage of the vast array of of lifelong learning opportunities available through the university. A number of campus entities offer non-credit enrichment programs, courses and events, but finding out about these opportunities and navigating your participation can be downright daunting! From one-hour lectures to one-day events, and from discussion groups to online and in-person courses, this talk will give you an overview of what's available, and share the roadmap you need to start your journey to lifelong learning. Presenter: Sarah Schutt, Director of Alumni Learning, Wisconsin Alumni Association. Register online or call 824-1780 to reserve a seat.

Past Programs:

Jan Fulwiler, Ph.D., psychologist and retirement coach, presented Refocusing and Rebalancing for Your Bonus Years on January 26, 2008, as part of the Grand Opening of THE NEXT CHAPTER collection at the Alicia Ashman Branch of Madison Public Library. Pictures of the event are available on Madison Public Library's Flickr photo-sharing account.

RSVP of Dane County offers volunteer opportunities and guidance for over 2000 retirees in Dane County who are choosing to use their professional experience and skills to stay engaged and give back to the children, families, and older people in the county. RSVP has relationships with 90 non-profit groups in the area and is one of the largest volunteer placement agencies in the county.

THE NEXT CHAPTER in the News:

• RSVP and Madison Public Library Open The Next Chapter (News Notes, Spring 2008)
• Barbara Quirk: Retirees get help for 'Next Chapter' in life (Capital Times, 2/5/08)
• 'Chapter' Offers Resources for Future Choices (Madison Area Neighbors, 1/16/08)

Resources for Retirees in Madison: