Sep 17
Pew has released a new report with important implications for public libraries with research results on how Millenials engage with libraries and how they view the role of the library in their lives and the lives of those around them. Read more
Sep 9
At WiLS, we want to bring valuable information to our library partners, including information about the missions and big ideas of the vendors they may already do business with. Each month, WiLS interviews a vendor partner in order to bridge the gap and open the door to valuable collaborations. This month, we are delighted to share insights from Miriam Gilbert, Director, Rosen Digital with Rosen Publishing. Read more
Aug 27
Thanks to the hard work of community members and library director Leann Lehner and her staff, the Jefferson Public Library Strategic Planning Summit held on Thursday, August 7th resulted in an exciting plan for ways to better serve library users and raise awareness of what the library offers to its community. Read more
Aug 26
One of our greatest joys at WiLS is hearing our members tell the stories of the big and important work they are doing – interesting new projects or initiatives, or even interesting and new approaches to old projects. And, in addition to hearing about it, it makes us even happier when we can share those stories with other members. Each month, WiLS is proud to feature an interview with one of our library members. This month, we interview Marla Sepnafski, Director of Wisconsin Valley Library Service. Also, Marla and WVLS will be hosting one of WiLS’ Regional Meetings, on October 14th; be sure to register! Read more
Aug 22
It’s almost Fall, which means back-to-school, football season, and most importantly, our Community Regional Meetings!! Read more
Aug 13
WiLS has individual Gale Courses available at deeply discounted prices for WiLS cooperative purchasing public library members. Gale Courses can help you support your library’s educational mission and staff development with hundreds of engaging, instructor-led online courses focused on professional development, technology skills, and personal enrichment to transform lives and foster positive changes in your community. Read more
Aug 11
If you want to make your library the center of research collaboration, join Swets’ webinar to learn how Mendeley Institutional Edition (MIE) is your ticket into the heart of the social research community. Students and researchers throughout the world are avidly sharing, collaborating, publishing and accessing a wealth of information and with MIE, you’re granted real-time insight into content usage to help you stay informed on research activity, content trend analysis, altmetrics and so much more. Register here for Wednesday, August 20th – 12:00 – 12:30 PM CST.
Aug 11
At WiLS, we want to bring valuable information to our library partners, including information about the missions and big ideas of the vendors they may already do business with. Read more
Aug 6
It has been an amazing and busy year. Find out what WiLS has accomplished in the last twelve months in the WiLS 2014 Annual Report. We are proud of this work, and even more proud to be able to do it with our member community and partners. Now, we dust off our hands and look forward to 2015!
For a PDF version of the WiLS 2014 Annual Report, click here.
Aug 4
The Digital Bookmobile National Tour will showcase the state’s free eBook service in two upcoming tour stops at Madison Public Library! Read more
Copyright © 2026 WiLS. All rights reserved.