How Libraries Stack Up!

Just the other day, our system's Library Director (Indianhead Federated Library System) sent out a really interesting link about comparisons in relations to public libraries through out the United States.  The nicely created graphics, plus the statistical information makes this link an eye-opener for all librarians working hard at their library facilities.  We should be proud of our efforts to bring good quality service to our patrons.

You will find the link here:  "How Libraries Stack Up for 2010"  Created by OCLC.org

Summer Reading Kick-Off

Today was our kick-off to Summer Reading...."Make a Splash."  Of course you have to start with story book reading.  The children love to be read to, along with reading themselves!

Our Children's Librarian ran the whole show today, with assistance from me (Director) and one volunteer.  Many of our children registered, were still attending our school district's summer school program this week, so a lot of those children were not present today.  Too bad because they missed out on a nice selection of fun water experiments.  We also let the children blow bubbles.....lots of bubbles.  Today was a nice start to the entire summer reading adventure.  I'm guessing we will have triple the attendance next Wednesday.  Let's hope for good weather since we will be outdoors again.

Kids Can Fiddle @ the Colfax Public Library

Come and join us for an afternoon of bluegrass music with, Dale Martell, bluegrass musician on Thursday July 8 @ 5-6 pm. in the Colfax Tower Park (613 Main Street). 

All ages of children are welcome to come and listen to an overview of American country music and bluegrass tunes.  Kids can learn advice on playing the mandolin, fiddle & guitar!

For more information call the library @ 715-962-4334 or email:  colfaxpl@ifls.lib.wi.us.  No registration is necessary and event is free.

A Start on Summer Reading

Where can kids explore the wonders of water, learn about freshwater boating, have adventure on the high seas, and see the colors of the sea....at the Colfax Public Library Summer Reading Program!

Check out specifics on our kids programs page.

We Had Visitors Tonight

Boy Scout Troop Pack 42

Gave a library tour tonight to 5 active Boy Scouts!  Wow, they had lots of energy, but were very eager to learn everything there was to know about the library.  They even wanted to know about the Dewey Decimal numbers!  Good job boys.

Lisa

Yes....It Was Very Tasty

Ahhhhh, chocolate sheet cake!  Every year for National Library Week, I always order a decorated sheet cake to feed our hungry library customers.  This year, the customers are slim & far between....must be the weather.  Oh well, cake is leftover for the hungry municipal employees!

Lisa

International Day of Laughter - April 13, 2010

The second day celebrating National Library Week (I forgot to post yesterday....sorry). Who can resist a joke right?  I made a tri-fold display of "clean" jokes for all ages and placed it right across from the circulation desk. 

Hot diggity dog.....bring on the cinnamon rolls baby!  The gals at the Colfax Public Library know how to treat their loyal customers.  Actually, the cinnamon rolls were baked this morning by the Grain Bin Bakery & Market near Wheeler, WI (right off of State highway 25 north of Wheeler).  They make the best cinnamon rolls, plus on the weekends they bake my favorite rolls....caramel pecan.  Trust me, it's worth the drive north of little Wheeler, Wisconsin! 

Who says you can't enjoy treats in the library?

Lisa