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Universal Class

Universal Class

by West Bend Library on Jan 18, 2023

Universal Class includes videos, assignments, quizzes, tests, and options for social media interaction with other learners. Patrons may take multiple classes and learn at their own pace.

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It's National Library Week!

by Susan on Apr 7, 2021

This week is National Library Week, first sponsored in 1958 by the American Library Association and libraries of all types across the country each April. Libraries extend far beyond the four walls of a building and everyone is welcome to use its services. Whether people visit virtually or in person, libraries are accessible and inclusive places that foster a sense of belonging and community through learning, discovery and exploration, thereby strengthening communities and transforming lives. Click through to learn more!

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It's Almost Time for the Great Backyard Bird Count!

It's Almost Time for the Great Backyard Bird Count!

by Hannah on Feb 5, 2021

Each February, for four days, the world comes together to watch, count, and report birds, right from their own backyards! These observations help scientists better understand global bird populations. Read on to learn more and participate yourself!

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Geology at the Library

by Susan on Dec 18, 2020

Now through the end of January, visit the West Bend Library’s second floor to look at the new display in our large glass case.  On loan from the Virtual Museum of Geology is a gorgeous array of rocks, minerals, and fossils. Read on to learn more!

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Curbside is BACK!

Curbside is BACK!

by Hannah on Aug 7, 2020

Trying to reduce your viral exposure? Have a medical condition that prevents you from wearing a mask? Take advantage of our new curbside service! Check out this post for details.

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Online Resources for Social Distancers

Online Resources for Social Distancers

by Hannah on Mar 22, 2020

If you're anything like me, your social media feeds have been inundated with free online things to do while social distancing. I decided to compile them into one big master post for easy browsing! We'll update periodically as we find more cool stuff.

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We've Got the Madness... Book Madness!

We've Got the Madness... Book Madness!

by Hannah on Feb 21, 2020

NCAA men's basketball fans have March Madness; here at the library, we also have Book Madness! Vote for your favorite children's and teen books all month long - but first, fill out your bracket for the chance to win a prize!

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Stand Up and Be Counted! Register to Vote

Stand Up and Be Counted! Register to Vote

by Hannah on Jan 17, 2020

Are you registered to vote? If you've recently moved or changed your name, you may need to update your registration. This post will walk you through checking your status, getting registered, finding your polling place, and requesting an absentee ballot.

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Please take our Washington County Public Library Card Survey!

by Sara on Dec 2, 2019

Take our survey to help us understand how you use your library! As a Washington County taxpayer, we invite you to take the survey online. Brought to you by Germantown Community Library, Jack Russell Memorial Library, Kewaskum Public Library, Slinger Community Library, and West Bend Community Memorial Library.

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