Lynn Montague, Sun Prairie Public Library The Sun Prairie Public Library, through WiLS Ideas to Action Funds, is providing an opportunity for the entire community to engage in Story Walks which promote literacy, community and family engagement, physical health, and mental well-being. Diverse picture books, book chapters, poetry, and short stories are deconstructed and laid out… READ MORE
Category: Services & Projects
MyWiLS Updates Coming Soon!
On Monday, March 22nd, beginning at noon, MyWiLS will be down. When it is restored on Tuesday morning, you’ll find an improved and updated MyWiLS for all your subscription management needs! The new MyWiLS incorporates some fixes to known issues, a snazzier look and feel, and some additional functionality, including the ability to download information… READ MORE
Ideas to Action: Madison Trust for Historic Preservation Shares Its Archives with the World
With help from the WiLS Ideas to Action fund, the Madison Trust for Historic Preservation is digitizing its archives and making them accessible to the public through Recollection Wisconsin and participating in the Recollection Wisconsin Digital Readiness Community of Practice Launch Committee. As part of that work and to help others who are considering their… READ MORE
Ideas to Action: Appleton Public Library Strikes Community Chords
In celebration of Hmong American Day on May 14th, the Appleton Public Library developed an initiative with WiLS Ideas to Action Funds, Community Chords: Engagement through Music & Art, that will bring everyone together through a shared love of music, art, culture, and literacy – all components that make Appleton a thriving community. As part of Community Chords, we are seeking donors… READ MORE
WiLS 2020 Annual Report
In a year unlike any other, it has been our privilege to witness, support, and contribute to the innovative work our members have been doing to serve communities with diverse needs and perspectives. We’ve worked with members this year to find new ways to develop strategic plans, pivot to engage communities in virtual environments, align… READ MORE