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June 2023 |
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Summertime at the Libraries
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Summer is the perfect time to get out and explore what your library system has to offer! Browse the collections, get creative in a Makerspace, watch a performance, participate in programs, discover Library of Things items and read too!
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Library Passport Challenge Adventures await people of all ages at public libraries in Waukesha and Jefferson Counties this summer.
Can you visit all 24? Pick up your passport from any Bridges library to get started! Enter to win! |
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Summer Library Program Kids, Teens and Adults are invited to enjoy great Summer Library Programs filled with reading challenges, music shows, animal encounters, incentive prizes, workshops and more!
A big 'Thank You' to our area sponsors for the 2023 Summer Library Program incentives! Their generosity and support of libraries and literacy make these programs possible! |
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| Check out all the Performances and Programs sponsored by Bridges Library System! |
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Patrons can enter to win a great prize basket from B93.3 when visiting the host libraries through June 21. The drawings will be held June 22.
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The fun radio personalities from B93.3 FM partnered with us again this spring and summer to read children's books at these host libraries:
Coming up next:
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Seeking Stories for StoryCorps! |
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Record Your Story With Us
Over the last 18 months, Bridges Library System has recorded nearly 150 unique and compelling stories in partnership with StoryCorps, a national oral history project, thanks to a grant from Bader Philanthropies, Inc.
StoryCorps Facilitators invite you to share and record a conversation with a family member or friend to preserve for generations to come.
All ages and all topics are welcome! |
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| Neurodiversity Kits |
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Dwight Foster Public Library added two Neurodiversity Kits to help make the library more accessible for people across the neurodiversity spectrum.
One kit is available to use in the children's section and another is available during story time! | | |
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| Birdhouse Contest |
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Jefferson Public Library's Birdhouse Building and Design Contest was a hit for the community! Participants created many original entries and the public voted for their favorites while they were on display throughout May. Two displays were selected as winners (pictured above) and all the participants had a lot of fun! | |
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| The Forge and More |
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Dan Kyle from B93.3 FM radio took a tour of The Forge Makerspace, the Library of Things and the neat Teen Space at the Menomonee Falls Public Library!
Watch the Tour on YouTube. | |
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| Wisconsin Love |
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Elm Grove Public Library set up a great display dedicated to Wisconsin recreation to encourage summer exploration!
It features a variety of books, guides, DVD's and the State's OutWiGo Adventure Checklist too! | |
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On The Shelf | |
June is Audiobook MonthListen to these great titles read by the authors. |
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Connect With Us!
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