Monday, March 31, 2014

Book Madness


The NCAA men's basketball tournament is down to the Final Four. To capitalize on the tournament's popularity, UW-Madison Libraries have created UW Book Madness.

Instead of selecting basketball teams, library patrons pick their favorite books. Like the basketball tournament, 64 books compete in head-to-head competition until a champion is crowned April 6.

This year, 243 patrons entered the contest. To learn more about this clever outreach idea, visit http://www.library.wisc.edu/uwbookmadness/

Wednesday, March 26, 2014

WAPL 2014 is Coming!

The Wisconsin Association of Public Libraries is hosting their annual conference at the beginning of May. Registration is now open! 

As stated on the conference homepage, "Please join us for an exciting conference filled with provocative and informative programs. Network with your colleagues. Experience the ambiance of the classic Blue Harbor Resort on Wisconsin’s east coast. Relax in the resort’s Reflections Spa. Enjoy the balmy 84 degrees in Breaker Bay Waterpark. Most importantly, Discover . . ."

The conference runs from May 7-9, 2014 at Blue Harbor Resort and Spa in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.  We would be thrilled to see you in Sheboygan!

Friday, March 14, 2014

MARCH IS WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

Women Saluting
Women  Military Cadets - WI Historical Society
In the 1980's Congress designated March as Women's History Month. What began as a week became a month-long recognition. 
Resources on the Web:
 So display those photos and pull out those books in a salute those who paved the way.