by Amy Mertz | Apr 19, 2023 | Giving, News
Thanks to all our attendees, table captains, sponsors, volunteers, and other supporters for making Monday’s sold-out Lunch for Libraries fundraiser at Monona Terrace a huge success! The event — which set records by grossing $107,000 and drawing about 700 guests...
by Amy Mertz | Apr 19, 2023 | News
Madison Public Library’s Bubbler program is kicking off a new artist residency at Pinney Library! Bernie Witzack of bernie & zuzu is a local printmaker who specializes in unique, one-of-a-kind art, home goods, accessories, and prints all done in bright, bold...
by Amy Mertz | Mar 20, 2023 | Giving, News
Madison Public Library Foundation recently granted $5,000 to Madison’s Progress Center for Black Women so it could build a special collection of inspiring and focused books and other materials for Black women in business. The Progress Center is located just...
by Amy Mertz | Mar 19, 2023 | Giving, News, Patron Stories
Samuel Li is a full-time cinematographer and photographer based in Madison, Wisconsin. His career grew from people’s pride in the Midwest. Although most of his work highlights cityscapes, iconic places, and the scenic beauty of Wisconsin, he travels to Minnesota,...
by Amy Mertz | Feb 22, 2023 | Giving, News, Patron Stories
Winnie Schlitz, 7, saved up her allowance and decided to donate it to Madison Public Library Foundation’s annual fund in support of the library’s collection. When asked why she decided to donate, she says, “I just thought it would be really awesome to...
by Amy Mertz | Feb 17, 2023 | Event, News
The Wisconsin Book Festival begins its spring season on Sunday, February 19, under the leadership of newly named Director Jane Rotonda. Rotonda joins the foundation staff with eight years’ experience at the nonprofit Wisconsin Public Radio, where she was most recently...
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