South Central Library System

Libraries Bounce Back

Libraries in the South Central Library System continue to “bounce back” and provide as many services as possible.

The services and resources currently available at each library can be found at www.scls.info/librariesbounceback.

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Madison Staff Named LJ 2021 Movers & Shakers

Since the inaugural Movers & Shakers, named in 2002, this marks the 19th year that LJ has spotlighted a group of individuals who are moving the library field forward as a profession. Four Madison Public Library staff members were honored this year.

Read more in Online Update.

Emergency Connectivity Fund Program Application Window Opens June 29

The Emergency Connectivity Fund Program will provide up to $7.17 billion in support to schools and libraries for the purchase of laptop and tablet computers, Wi-Fi hotspots, modems, routers, and broadband connectivity during the COVID-19 pandemic for use by students, school staff, and library patrons.

Read more in Online Update.

OverDrive Audiobook Update & Sora

The WPLC Digital Library Steering Committee recently met and voted to change the maximum loan period for audiobooks to 21 days. Previously, the maximum loan period was 14 days. This is great news for those of us who listen to lots of audiobooks and sometimes needed two loan periods to finish a book.

Read more in Online Update.

DPI Issues Bid to Analyze State Aid Funding Formula

DPI has issued a bid to analyze the State Aid funding formula as a direct response to PLSR Recommendation 4: Conduct a thorough analysis of the current funding formula for public library systems, including practices utilized to apportion state aid. Identify and propose alternative funding formulas, methods of apportionment, or other solutions with potential to improve equity of access to high-quality library services.

Read more in Online Update.

Registration Open for Trustee Training Week 2021

Registration is now open for Wisconsin Trustee Training Week 2021, which will be held Aug. 23-27. There will be one webinar each day from noon to 1 p.m. on a topic that’s relevant to public library boards, friends, and trustees.

Read more in Online Update.

Cornerstone 2021: Save the Dates for Wisconsin Rapids & Monona

Typically, in the past, the South Central Library System (SCLS) Foundation Board has picked one or two individuals to honor as outstanding advocates for public libraries within SCLS. This year the board will honor all the library staff working within SCLS.

Read more in Online Update.

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