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Libraries across the state are participating in a postcard campaign. Kaukauna Library is making the process easy. All you have to do is write about why you love the library and why you think Congress to vote to support funding. They’ve got the address and will mail them out for you.

Hootline Archives Grab a map and set course to 49 local libraries, including the Kaukauna Public Library. In this segment, Jenny Schink from the Kaukauna Public Library discusses the Library Road Trip and how you can win prizes. Read the full article

Hootline Archives The Kaukauna Public Library created a display of books, videos, and a red dress to honor Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives Day, highlighting the crisis of violence affecting Indigenous communities. The initiative, inspired by Savanna’s Act, aims to raise awareness beyond Indigenous communities and foster healing through education and remembrance. Read

Director Colleen Rortvedt reflects on her 20-year journey with APL and the library’s $40.4 million renovation aimed at building a more connected, experiential community hub.

“Free for All: The Public Library,” a new PBS documentary, highlights the evolving role of libraries—and includes an interview with Seymour librarian Elizabeth Timmins.

Fremont’s future library and community center is taking shape with a design inspired by local fishing villages and a focus on sustainability.