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Wilson Public Library Installs Permanent StoryWalk

Posted on April 21, 2022 by Denise

In November 2021, Cozad’s Wilson Public Library was awarded a Nebraska Library Commission Library Improvement Grant for a permanent StoryWalk at Muny Park. This project is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions … Continue reading →

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Plain Speaking Newsletter (April/May 2022 Edition)

Posted on April 7, 2022 by autumn
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ALA Announces 200 U.S. Libraries to Receive American Rescue Plan Humanities Funding

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Denise

Two of Central Plains Library System’s Libraries were awarded grants through this national program. They are the ONLY two public libraries in Nebraska to receive this funding. Congratulations go to Joy at the Ravenna Public Library and to Amy at the Hastings Public Library!! The University … Continue reading →

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Plain Speaking Newsletter Feb/March 2022 Edition

Posted on February 7, 2022 by autumn
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Central Community College

Posted on December 23, 2021 by Denise

Library and Information Services classes are starting soon at Central Community College.

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Plain Speaking August/September 2021

Posted on July 30, 2021 by Denise
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Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF)

Posted on June 28, 2021 by Denise

The FCC’s Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF) is a new, one-time $7.17 billion program included as part of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. It will help K-12 schools and public libraries provide the tools and services their communities need … Continue reading →

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2021 Golden Sower Winners Announced

Posted on May 4, 2021 by Denise

Picture Book Winner: Crash, Splash, or Moo! by Bob Shea Honor: This Is a Taco! by Andrew Cangelose, illus. by Josh Shipley              We Don’t Eat Our Classmates by Ryan T. Higgins Chapter Book Winner: Strongheart: Wonder Dog of the Silver Screen by Candace Fleming, illus. by Eric Rohmann … Continue reading →

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Book Repair on a Budget

Posted on April 19, 2021 by Denise

Below is a link to the “Book Repair on a Budget” workshop that was held on Monday, April 19. During the workshop, I highlighted Kapco book repair products. Here is a link to their webpage. If you want to participate … Continue reading →

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Using YA Literature to Inspire Teen Girls Interests in STEM

Posted on April 19, 2021 by autumn

Do you find it difficult to include teens in your STEM or STEAM programs? Is it especially hard to find things that interest teenage girls? Join Dr. Melissa Cast-Brede as she shows you how to use YA Literature to inspire … Continue reading →

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