All Staff Day Pics

What a wonderful all-staff day! Linda did a great job capturing the day in pictures and you all looked so thoughtful and happy. I hope you enjoyed it and learned something that will be valuable to you going forward, whether for your personal or your professional life. Thanks again to all the staff who planned the event and helped throughout the day.

A couple of you have asked about the book I referred to from the sociologist whose research shows the impact of  social infrastructure like libraries on the health of a community. That book is Palaces for the People by Eric Klinenberg. I liked it so much when it came out that I gave a copy to the Mayor and a few of my favorite Alderpersons. I know you'll like it, too.

For those of you wondering how the meeting at Snap-on turned out- It went incredibly well! We were able to gain interest in the project and even gave a tour of the empty space. We're invited to submit a more formal proposal, so that's what we'll be working hard on for the next few days.

FAQ of the week: Will the old Uptown Library stay open?

Answer: Absolutely. Services will be geared toward teens and adults, but everyone is welcome.

In their weekly newsletter, the Library of Congress recognized Daniel Burnham's birthday on September 4, 1846. Dan was the architect of the Simmons Library and the reason the building is on the National Register of Historic Places. Take a minute to read about him.

The High Cost of Book Banning provides a quick look at how many Americans are behind the new wave of book banning in schools and libraries and the cost to the taxpayer for their activities.

Bright Spots for the week: 

Linda Noyce for her service to KPL and the Kenosha Community these past years. Linda, we wish you all the best in your new position! Stop by often!

Everyone who planned, presented, set up and cleaned up for All Staff Day! What a terrific team you all are!

Happy fall weekend, everyone!

Barb