by Christi Weinzierl | Dec 11, 2020 | Training
During the pandemic, tensions have been running high. Library workers can find themselves facing patrons who are angry not just over the usual issues, but over masks and reduced access and services. How do you defuse the situation? WebJunction has free, online...
by Christi Weinzierl | Dec 11, 2020 | Trustees and Foundations
From the Colorado State Library Intellectual freedom is a core value of library work, but what exactly is it? The American Library Association (ALA) defines intellectual freedom as “the right of every individual to both seek and receive information from all points of...
by Christi Weinzierl | Dec 10, 2020 | WSL News
The Wyoming State Library has partnered with the Wyoming CAN (Cybersecurity Action Network) Committee, to offer this free “cyber-in-a-box” educational program. This 10-minute video-based program is designed to be distributed at local libraries to increase cyber safety...
by Christi Weinzierl | Dec 9, 2020 | WSL News
The postmark deadline to enter the Wyoming Letters About Literature Writing Contest (library.wyo.gov/letters) is only one month away on January 9, 2021. Wyoming students in grades 4-12 can win Amazon gift cards of up to $150. Letters will be judged in three levels:...
by Christi Weinzierl | Dec 8, 2020 | Youth Services
The six books for next year’s Wyoming Reads have been selected — everything from chewing gum to seahorses to purple people! Wyoming’s first graders are going to have a hard time picking just one of these fabulous books to keep and cherish: Brick by Brick by Heidi...
by Christi Weinzierl | Dec 8, 2020 | WSL News
Christmas Day is coming and soon Santa Claus will make his appearance across the Equality State, bringing toys and joy to all! Wyomingites have proven themselves to be creative and innovative in all areas of life – including games and toys Join the Wyoming State...
by Christi Weinzierl | Dec 7, 2020 | Trustees and Foundations
From the Vermont Department of Libraries December 2020 newsletter How can we show our appreciation and recognize efforts during this season of “Saying Thanks,” stay connected while distanced, and continue building essential relationships while gatherings are...
by Christi Weinzierl | Dec 7, 2020 | Calendar
Free, online, continuing education events for the week of December 7 from the Wyoming State Library Training Calendar. Descriptions are below. You can subscribe and view the events in your calendar software, or you can find all the events...
by Christi Weinzierl | Dec 4, 2020 | People News
Have People News at your library? Send it to Susan Mark at susan.mark@wyo.gov. Carey Hartmann, County Librarian and Executive Director of Laramie County Library System, recently celebrated her 40th anniversary with the organization. In November of 1980, Carey began...
by Christi Weinzierl | Dec 3, 2020 | Schools
From the U.S. National Archives As the Pearl Harbor anniversary approaches, the U.S. National Archives is sharing historical documents, posters, photographs, and more related to the attack and its impact on U.S. history. On DocsTeach, the online tool for teaching with...
