Sunday, Dec. 11, 1:30-2:15 pm.
Children 4-8 years of age are invited to a winter themed afternoon of activities. Come and enjoy stories, crafts and more with Early Childhood Students from UW-P.
Registration is required. Stop in or call the library at 348-7441, ext. 3
For all ages. Sunday, October 30, 1:30-2:30 pm.
Enjoy a preview of “The Pied Piper”. You may win free tickets!
To register, stop in or call the library at 348-7441, ext. 3
Oct. 23, Nov. 6 & Nov. 20, 1:30-2:15 pm
Ages 4-8 years. Come for stories, crafts & more.
Register for one, two or all three sessions.
To register, stop in or call the library at 348-7441, ext. 3
Saturday, October 8
7-8:30 pm on the UW-P campus
For K-8 grade and a parent(s).
The library, UW-P & Middle School will be offering an exciting program with activities, snacks & a chance to view the moon!
Registration is required. For more information, stop in or call the library at 348-7441, ext. 3.
Platteville Early Childhood Association (PECA) will be offering a couple of fun programs with stories, crafts and more for children 4-8 years of age.
Sunday, October 9 & Sunday, October 23 from 1:30-2:15 pm.
Registration is required. Space is limited.
To register, stop in or call the library at 348-7441, ext. 3.
LIBRARY DIRECTOR (search reopened)
The Platteville Public Library is accepting applications from qualified individuals for the position of Library Director. Platteville is located in southwestern Wisconsin, an hour’s drive southwest of Madison. Platteville is home to the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, with an enrollment of 6,200 students. Platteville’s 2010 population is 11, 224.
The Library has an annual budget of $604,000 with four full-time employees in addition to the director and eight part-time staff. There are four teams: Children’s Services, Circulation and Support Services, Adult and Teen Services, and Outreach. The Coordinator of Adult and Teen Services has an MLS. According to Wisconsin Public Library Standards, the director is required to have a Master of Library Science degree and to possess/be eligible for a Grade I Wisconsin Library certificate. The Platteville Public Library is an active member of the Southwest Library System (SWLS). Total 2010 circulation was 184,661. SWLS migrated to Autographics Agent Iluminar in Jan. 2011 with a “software as a service” arrangement. The Library Director functions as the System Administrator of Autographics for the library and as the cataloguer.
Applicants should possess: at least five years of progressively responsible public library work experience including three years minimum in a responsible supervisory position and a master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited institution. Favorable consideration will be given to applicants with a strong background in contemporary library technologies including integrated library system management, content management systems and open source software for websites.
Qualified persons should submit a cover letter outlining specific qualifications for the position, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references addressed to Roger Morse, Library Board President in care of Jan Martin, City Clerk, Platteville City Hall, 75 North Bonson, Platteville, WI, 53818. Electronic applications are encouraged and should be sent to martinj@platteville.org.
Closing date for applications: Friday, Sept. 30, 2011 by 5 p.m. CST.
Salary: $50,000 – $55,000 (negotiable) with an excellent benefit package. Salary will be reviewed after completion of a 6 month probationary period.
Infant/Toddler storytime will be offered on Wednesdays. Choose from 10 am or 6:30 pm. This program is for children 6-35 months and a favorite adult.
Preschool storytime will be offered on Thursdays at 6:30 pm. This program is for children 3-6 years of age.
Fall storytime will run for 8 weeks. Space is limited and registration is required. Stop in or call the library at 348-7441, ext. 3 beginning at 9:00 am September 1.
Click here to access a web page with more information. Scholastic Book Fair
Wednesday, August 10 and Thursday, August 11 from 9 am to 8 pm.
Also on Friday, August 12 from 9 am to 6 pm.
Visit us in the lower level of the library. Something for everyone!
Stop in to see the selection and sign up for a door prize.
August 4, 7 pm
The grand finale of the Children’s Summer Program will be held at the Karrmann Library.
Join us as people from around the world share their cultural heritage.
Free and open to the public.
Children who finished their required reading will receive their prizes at the end of the night.