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Below are the headlines from the February 26, 2021 - 📢 Nic News Weekly:

• Digitization Kits, Cricut Maker Machines & Ellison Die Kits Available for Libraries to Borrow
• Great New Books Webinars from the CCBC
• Service Animals: Your Obligations Under the ADA

Below are the headlines from the February 19, 2021 - 📢 Nic News Weekly:

• Wisconsin's Digital Library Sees Almost 7 Million Checkouts in 2020
• Submit Your Program Proposal for WAPL 2021
• Library Legislative Day 2021 Recap
• Free Summer Coding Program from Girls Who Code for Nicolet Federated Library System Students
• March Beanstack Challenges

Stay connected on a variety of topics including business, tech, news, science, design, sports, travel and others - all at your fingertips. Brown County Library cardholders can access over 7,000 digital magazines and newspapers in multiple languages, from around the world through PressReader, available online and through apps for iOS and Android.  

Cardholders have instant access to issues as soon as they are published.  There are no due dates and no limits on downloads. For instructions on getting started, using, and exploring PressReader, go to browncountylibrary.org/digital. To apply for a library card, visit browncountylibrary.org/apply-for-a-library-card 

Popular publications include newspapers like the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times, Washington Times, and The Guardian (US edition).  Popular magazines include Car and Driver, Field and Stream, Newsweek, Popular Mechanics, PC World, Reader’s Digest, HGTV Magazine, Smithsonian, and more! 

For further assistance, call the library 920-448-4400. 
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Contact:  Sue Lagerman
Community Engagement Manager  
(920) 448-5806              
susan.lagerman@browncountywi.gov

Below are the headlines from the February 12, 2021 - 📢 Nic News Weekly:

• Kewaunee Public Library Receives ALA Community Engagement Grant
• Embracing Special Needs, Building Inclusive Communities: A Program offered by Miss Wisconsin 2020-2021
• Apply for the ARSL Outstanding in Their Field Leadership Institute

Congratulations to the Kewaunee Public Library on receiving one of the 11, first-round ALA Libraries Transforming Communities (LTC) grants!

​ALA has all the info you need to apply for second-round funding. Second round applications are due March 4, 2021.
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Click here to learn more about this grant - and how your library can apply for future grants.

​Below are the headlines from the February 5, 2021 - 📢 Nic News Weekly:

• Shawano County Library is Hiring
• Submit your Program Proposal for WAPL 2021
• WiLS Annual Membership Meeting
• Programming Resources
  • Japanese Folktales with Origami and Magic Tricks
  • Lalo's Lunchbox: Live and Interactive Virtual Performances
• Continuing Education Highlights
  • Building Community Resiliency: How your Library can Help Prepare your Community Before a Disaster or Crisis Hits
  • Wild Wisconsin Conference Recap
  • Remember to visit the NEWI website for the latest CE opportunities.

​Children's Library Assistant
Shawano County Library - Shawano, WI
Posted: Thursday, January 28, 2021

Children's Library Assistant - Part time approximately 20 hours/week

Job Summary: Performs circulation and customer service functions. Answers directional questions and refers customers to appropriate materials. Assists with programming for children.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs circulation duties, such as checking materials in and out, handling bills and notices, placing items on hold, processing courier delivery, processing a variety of reports, and account maintenance.
• Assists patrons with reference, computer, and equipment questions and support.
• Assists in planning and implementing children’s programs, storytimes, and outreach activities.
• Serves on internal and external committees and workgroups.
• Shelves materials.
• Seek donations and support for Summer Reading program.
• Collecting crates of materials for patrons/organizations utilizing the delivery service.
• Prepares bulletin boards and other displays.

Requirements: 

• High School Diploma or GED. 
• Knowledge of Windows based computer operations, internet and email. 
• Experience working or volunteering with children. 

Click here for more information and to apply.