Category Archives: Public Libraries

Library Photo of the Month–August 2017

Posted on August 1, 2017 by cbecker53

The public library in Monticello, WI is a remodeled funeral home. Drop by sometime, won’t you?   Monticello Public Library Village of Monticello

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Library Photo of the Month–July 2017

Posted on July 1, 2017 by cbecker53

This month’s library can be found in the historic village of Mineral Point.  

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Library Photo of the Month–June 2017

Posted on June 1, 2017 by cbecker53

Today we travel to Spring Green, a quaint little village in Sauk County, Wisconsin.

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Helping Hands

Posted on May 22, 2017 by cbecker53

Libraries are here to do so many things. One of them, as I’ve told you before, is to help, not only those looking for information, but those in need.

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That’s Why It’s Called SOCIAL Media

Posted on May 4, 2017 by cbecker53

For the most part, libraries aren’t “selling” things, but we do strive to promote ourselves, what we offer, and our value to the communities we serve.

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Library Photo of the Month–May 2017

Posted on May 1, 2017 by cbecker53

Tucked inside the village hall you can find the bustling New Glarus Public Library.  

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Library Photo of the Month–April 2017

Posted on April 1, 2017 by cbecker53

This month takes us to Plain, a small village in Sauk County, a little less than an hour northwest of Madison.  

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Library Photo of the Month–March 2017

Posted on March 1, 2017 by cbecker53

The Kansas City (MO) Public Library looks pretty amazing to me: Does it to you too?

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Healthy. And not Surprising.

Posted on February 27, 2017 by cbecker53

You can find, learn, and do lots of things at public libraries. One thing you can learn is how to be healthy! Surprising Place to Get Healthy: at the Library shares the stories of health initiatives at four libraries.   … Continue reading →

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Good Idea!

Posted on February 22, 2017 by cbecker53

This story comes from my “what a great idea!” file. The Chicago Public Library is partnering with CTA (Chicago Transit Authority) to offer free content to CTA train and bus riders. (The CTA offers free 4G wireless connectivity.) What a … Continue reading →

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