by Christi Weinzierl | Feb 2, 2024 | Articles and Information, Homepage
February is a month full of celebrations of groups, causes, and so much more, including Women Inventors. Did you know the first Wyoming woman to receive a patent was Myrtle M. Wallin of Rock Springs? She received patent number 664,597 for a Work-Holder on December 25,...
by Christi Weinzierl | Feb 2, 2024 | Articles and Information, Homepage
Take Your Child to the Library 2024 is this Saturday, February 3. Several Wyoming libraries are already signed up to take part in this worldwide celebration of libraries and reading. There are numerous ways for libraries to celebrate TYCLD, including: hosting special...
by Christi Weinzierl | Feb 1, 2024 | Articles and Information, Homepage, Uncategorized
Here is this month’s first roundup of news and articles regarding libraries and library professionals. Check back mid-month for an updated list of resources! Children Tune in to Audiobooks From a Young Age A survey conducted by Library Journal and School Library...
by Christi Weinzierl | Feb 1, 2024 | GoWYLD, Homepage
February is National Black History Month! The Wyoming State Library GoWYLD’s “African-American History in Wyoming” LibGuide has a wealth of resources on pioneers, cowboys, military service, civil rights, prominent historical figures, and community...
by Christi Weinzierl | Feb 1, 2024 | Grants and Awards, Homepage
Here is this month’s roundup of grants available to libraries with deadlines in the next few months, or with rolling or ongoing deadlines. Check back each month for an updated list! Snapdragon Book Foundation School Grants Deadline: February 11, 2024 The...