Author Archives: Denise

New Games to Borrow

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Denise

Blokus XL is the perfect strategy game for the whole family — it takes less than a minute to learn with fun challenges for all ages! Players take turns placing their 21 pieces on the board: each piece must touch … Continue reading →

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Deb’s January Preschool Project

Posted on December 3, 2024 by Denise

These craft projects feature shapes made by the System’s die cutting equipment. Our intent is to save our CPLS librarians valuable time each month. Place your order for the craft materials before the posted deadline by emailing Deb at cplsasst@gmail.com. There … Continue reading →

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CPLS Office Closed for Thanksgiving

Posted on November 27, 2024 by Denise

The Central Plains Library System Office will be closed Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

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Posted on November 25, 2024 by Denise
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Penguin Random House & United for Libraries Announce New Grants for Friends of Libraries

Posted on October 24, 2024 by Denise

In celebration of National Friends of Libraries Week, we’ve teamed up with Penguin Random House to announce new grants for Friends Groups serving rural and small libraries across the country. Grants of $500 and $1,000 (totaling $25,000), will be awarded to support libraries in need. In addition, … Continue reading →

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Apply Now to Receive Up to $10,000 in Digital Literacy Funding from PLA

Posted on October 7, 2024 by Denise

Digital Literacy Workshop Incentives The Public Library Association (PLA) has expanded digital literacy funding opportunities and resources for public libraries, powered by a generous $2.7 million contribution from AT&T. Applications for the PLA Digital Literacy Workshop Incentives are open through Friday, October … Continue reading →

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Make a Cemeterrarium!

Posted on September 26, 2024 by Denise

If you watch the recording, don’t forget to turn in one CEU.

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Deb’s Preschool Projects

Posted on September 9, 2024 by Denise

Get ready for October with this spooky craft. Please email Deb at cplsasst@gmail.com with the number of craft kits you need. The children will assemble this quick and easy craft with the glue of your choice. This project will fit … Continue reading →

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Regional Jigsaw Puzzle Competiton

Posted on September 5, 2024 by Denise

Click here for a printable registration form.

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New Edition of Booklist Reader

Posted on August 9, 2024 by Denise

Click on the cover to read the full edition.

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