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In April 1999, I asked Linda Olson, Head of Children's Services for the Madison Public Library (MPL), if there was anything noteworthy going on in the library. I'd been performing storytelling…
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… that it would be interesting to try to find stories about children drawn from the history of MPL. I began to read … anniversary celebration coordinator. Ann was enthusiastic about my proposal, as was Barb Dimick, Director of MPL. We … the stories from MPL's history, the more excited I became about the research. As a professional storyteller for nearly …
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… the rest of the year, upcoming events in Spanish or about Latinx culture and resources in Spanish will also … piece of art home is also a special and memorable feeling. About the Artist Sirena Flores identifies as Afro-Latina. She … Peluso, and much more. Click here for more information about Tzêra This series is sponsored by the Friends of Pinney …
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Friends of the Madison Public Library
The Friends of the Madison Public Library provide volunteer support and recognition, advocacy, and supplemental funds for special projects and collections…
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… About the Friends The first Friends of Madison Public … funds for the library! Look below for more information about: Friends Book Store at Central Library Donating Books …
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High-quality apps you can feel good about using with your child.
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… High-quality apps you can feel good about using with your child. Librarians have been giving advice about how to make choices in media forever! Books, music, … apps to choose. There are a number of great resources about using apps with kids. Here are a few favorites: Family …
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About the Strong Families Collection...
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… About the Strong Families Collection The Meadowridge Library … * Start a strong families book club * Ask about donating materials * Refer a speaker Donate! …
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Muslims in the United States are two times more likely to attempt suicide compared with other religious groups, according to a recent study published in JAMA Psychiatry. You can change this…
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… . You can change this statistic. "Mental health is talked about very seldomly within the Muslim community, and there is … 1-4pm, Central Library Muslim adults and families: learn about the signs of depression and how to support your loved … learn from a licensed Muslim mental health professional about resources and tools to get you the help you need. …
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… & Reference eBook Databases Free eBook Websites Glossary About Wisconsin's Digital Library Wisconsin’s Digital Library … Library and Business Plans Handbook Information resources about the arts, business plans, history, literature, …
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Each fall, Madison Public Library and Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison welcome a variety of Native artists, storytellers, and community leaders for a series of programs celebrating Indigenous people in and…
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… Over the years she embraced many opportunities to learn about her culture. She loves to teach and share her knowledge … & Thrive Waunakee teacher and coach Tim Decorah spoke about his adversities through childhood that ultimately lead … his original writings and guided participants in writing about their own family history. Milkweed Soup Cooking Demo …
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Each year Madison Public Library partners with UW-Madison to extend the perennially popular Go Big Read program into the broader community.
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… uncomfortable and fine, painful and fulfilling. Writing about the rhythms and textures of what it means to live in a … and entrepreneurs with disabilities. The kit is all about telling your own story and was inspired by Sitting … , Monroe Street Library , Pinney Library , Sequoya Library About the Author Rebekah Taussig, who has been paralyzed …
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"Instead of going to Paris to attend lectures, go to the public library, and you won’t come out for twenty years, if you really wish to learn." - Leo Tolstoy, authorIn celebration of the 125th…
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… the lecture to discuss intricate points and to enquire about books that could be consulted and studied on gasoline … the gatherings. It is desired that no one feels backward about speaking, and that the utmost freedom prevails." One of … Ten Million Americans Have It by S.W. Becker Plain Words About Venereal Disease by Thomas Parran In 1944, Helen Farr, …
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February is Black History Month, an annual celebration of the achievements by African Americans and a time to honor the central role of black Americans throughout history and in the present day. Find…
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… selection of works, Sharon hopes to spark a conversation about the intrinsic worth of Black men within the family, … by popular Black writers, and rediscover classic novels about the African American experience by browsing book … and their grandchildren, Atuahene tells a riveting tale about racist policies, how they take root, why they flourish, …
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What did you learn in school today, dearlittle child of mine?What did you learn in school today, dearlittle child of mine?I learned that war is not so badI learned about the great ones we have hadWe…
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… child of mine? I learned that war is not so bad I learned about the great ones we have had We fought in Germany and in … American public librarians generally did not hesitate about what they considered their wartime duties. Their … Sunset Village, Briar Hill, Shorewood, and Westmoreland. About 6000 books were collected in this drive. The library …
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… that involves and reflects all of Madison. Have questions about Library Takeover? Send us an email at … . More Takeover Find out about previous Library Takeover events and community partners … an idea and are willing to attend four sessions to learn about event planning is welcome to apply. However, the entire …
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… my hope that the Madison community will engage in learning about the Ho-Chunk through this residency." Andi Cloud is an … Ho-Chunk Storytime Little ones ages 3 and up learned about the twelve clans, or family groups, of the Ho-Chunk … Andi Cloud shared an original story about a day in the life of Kunuga, a 5-year-old Ho-Chunk boy …
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… Public Library Locations This page only has information about computer access specific to Meadowridge Library . For … an iPad using the Notes app Photocopying Check with staff about using the photocopier. For more information visit our … photocopying information page . Faxing Check with staff about free public faxing using the photocopier. Note: At …
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The Nourish You: Self-Care Retreat was held for women who don’t always feel included in mainstream self-care offerings.
As part of the Madison Public Library program, Library Takeover, this…
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… The team received great reviews and commentary about their event because of the multicultural focus and … Photography and videography by Duke Virginia More about the organizing team: Venus Washington - YouTube | …
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Information about using and reserving computers and the Internet at Alicia Ashman Library.
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… Public Library Locations This page only has information about computer access specific to Alicia Ashman Library . For … drive using the photocopier Photocopying Check with staff about using the photocopier. For more information visit our … photocopying information page. Faxing Check with staff about free public faxing using the photocopier. For more …
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Use our general contact form or contact a specific department/supervisor by phone or email.
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… department/supervisor by phone or email. Questions about: Items Out, Holds, Overdue Notices contact your local …
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… happening year-round. See below for more information about how Madison Public Library celebrates LGBTQ+ Pride. … worked with the Wisconsin Book Festival to put on an event about the book "We Will Always Be Here", written by local … to have watch parties. Kalvaitis and Whitson talked about using primary and secondary sources in their work, and …
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… a green roof, solar energy, and even recycled art! Learn about the sustainable design of the new Central Library or … customers with energy efficiency information. Learn more about this partnership on their website . You can even … Eco-Reading: Selected Books for Children and Teens about Our Earth and the Environment . Compiled by Tessa …
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"No person shall be allowed to handle the books upon the shelves." 1st rule published in the Catalog of the Madison Free Library-1877In my eighth grade social studies class, we discussed the…
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… themes provides fascinating tales to tell. Stories about library cards and borrowing privileges inform us who … collection is relatively light, with an annual volume of about $500. The cost of ordering and processing titles which … in the Years 1875 and 2000? The dilemma of what to do about overdue books has continually challenged MPL staff and …
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… of our different cards Library Card FAQ Info about borrowing, renewing cards, expiration, etc. Check Out Policies FAQ Info about limits, renewals, holds, etc. Your Child's First … costs for items that are lost or damaged. Learn more about checking out materials with our Check out Policies FAQ …
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Institute of Museum and Library Services Funding ThreatenedLast Friday evening, a new Executive Order was released entitled Continuing the Reduction of the Federal Bureaucracy, which calls…
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… library operations and programming. The amount received is about half of the $3.23 million that DPI received in 2024 … of the US Copyright Office after they expressed concerns about the usage of copyrighted materials by AI technology. … Show Up for Libraries Campaign . … Make A Video About Library Impact The Wisconsin Department of Public …
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… a friend or on social media and join in the conversation about reading using the hashtag #WeReadMadison. There will be … who penned and self-published the book Hat Trick, a story about a young man who loves soccer. Tikeh and his whole … October 30 (final home game of the season) Learn more about Forward Madison FC and see their full 2021 schedule . …
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… outside and fall in love with nature just as she did. About the Theme Rooted in Nature Qwantese shares why she …
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