by Christi Weinzierl | Feb 16, 2024 | Homepage, Training
OCLC is offering a free webinar on February 22, 12:00-12:45 p.m., as part of their “Connecting the Dots” webinar series for public libraries. “Connecting the Dots: Equipping your public library staff with knowledge and training” will cover: New and...
by Christi Weinzierl | Feb 15, 2024 | People News
Have People News at your library? Send it to Christi Weinzierl at christi.weinzierl1@wyo.gov. Travis Pollok will be moving into the role of Wyoming State Library’s Information Services Manager on March 1. He has worked at the WSL for 9 ½ years in various roles...
by Christi Weinzierl | Feb 15, 2024 | Articles and Information, Homepage
Here is this month’s second roundup of news and articles regarding libraries and library professionals. Check back at the beginning of next month for an updated list of news and resources! Librarian Hides Phones in Books to Help Victims of Domestic Violence Molly...
by Christi Weinzierl | Feb 14, 2024 | GoWYLD, Homepage
Today, as you celebrate the ones you love for Valentine’s Day, don’t forget to celebrate your love of libraries for Library Lovers’ Day, as well! Library Lovers’ Day started in Australia in 2006 and is now celebrated around the world. ...
by Christi Weinzierl | Feb 13, 2024 | Homepage, Training
Librarians are in a unique position to provide timely film programming and curate captivating film collections for their communities. To support librarians in this endeavor, Video Trust is holding a series of free monthly webinars regarding best practices for...
by Christi Weinzierl | Feb 12, 2024 | Homepage, WSL News
Do you have a calendar on your desk with a joke or word of the day, an encouraging quote or verse, or perhaps an intriguing fact about one of your favorite topics? Did you know the Wyoming State Library’s Digital Collection Suite has a calendar exhibiting significant...
by Christi Weinzierl | Feb 10, 2024 | Homepage, WSL News
The Wyoming State Library will be closed on February 17, 2025, in observance of Presidents Day. Normal hours of operation will resume on Tuesday, February 18, 2025. Looking for information about U.S. Presidents? Look no further than the Biography libguides in GoWYLD!...
by Christi Weinzierl | Feb 9, 2024 | Homepage, WSL News
Five Wyoming libraries have been approved for $12.6 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding from the Wyoming Library Multi-Purpose Community Facility Program (WLMCF). This Wyoming State Library federal subgrant program is funded by the Coronavirus Capital Projects...
by Christi Weinzierl | Feb 6, 2024 | Homepage, Training
A free ALA Core e-forum*, “Outcomes, Impact, Stakeholders, & You!”, will be held on February 13 and 14, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This two-day event will facilitate learning and discussion on ways libraries can plan for gathering outcome-based qualitative...
by Christi Weinzierl | Feb 6, 2024 | Homepage, WSL News
Do you use GoWyld to access information and resources? Which resources are most helpful to you? The Wyoming State Library wants your feedback on the free resources available on GoWyld.net. The data collected from the survey will help determine which databases and...