by Celia Hiorns | Apr 23, 2025 | News
Last month, a new Executive Order called for the reduction of the components and functions of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to its minimum presence required by law. IMLS is the primary funder of the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction’s...
by Celia Hiorns | Apr 23, 2025 | News
This month, the library is welcoming two new Bubbler Artists-in- Residence. This program, made possible with support from the foundation, aims to connect artists to the community and offer teaching resources for artists to open a public space to create. Previous...
by Celia Hiorns | Apr 23, 2025 | Giving, News
Lost in the Stats is a recurring feature that highlights interesting library-related numbers. In this issue, we are showcasing data from some of our earliest available circulation records, in celebration of the library’s history. 1911: 12,448 library card holders,...
by Celia Hiorns | Apr 23, 2025 | Giving, News
So far this year, the foundation has made two grants to the library to support its digital resources. This part of the library’s offerings includes access to services such as video streaming and research databases. One of the grants awarded to the library will...
by Celia Hiorns | Apr 23, 2025 | Giving, News
The library knows that wellness is not just about physical health, but about maintaining a healthy mind and relationships. One of the library’s popular wellness programs, Live Well @ Your Library, aims to connect the community to resources through a variety of...
by Celia Hiorns | Apr 23, 2025 | Giving, News
The WE READ Youth Voices Writing Contest will return for its fourth year, accepting submissions from May 1 to June 30. Kids in the Madison area, ages 18 and under, will have the opportunity to get published and win up to $500 in cash prizes, with support from the...
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