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On March 31, 2025, all Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) employees were placed on administrative leave, with access to their work systems blocked. The President replaced the agency’s leadership with the Deputy Secretary of Labor. Without leadership and staff, it’s expected that library funding will be halted.

This action puts crucial services at risk across the country—and especially here in Wisconsin. Federal law requires IMLS to provide support to public libraries, but that support is currently only guaranteed through September 2025.

 

Why IMLS Funding Matters to the Amery Area Public Library:

IMLS funds support BadgerLink, the state of Wisconsin's online library, currently available for free to all library users.

IMLS funds help support digital literacy efforts and access to free wifi and public computers to the Amery community, a real lifeline in rural communities where internet access is spotty.

IMLS funds help pay for staff to have required continuing education trainings. This allows us to spend more of our budget on materials and services.

IMLS funds support the ILL loan program, allowing patrons to access materials unavailable in the MORE catalog.

 

What can library users and supporters do to help?

Advocate for the services that matter to you! Please visit https://mywisconsinlibrary.org/ to learn more!

Chess Club

Play chess, learn tips and strategies to improve your skills, and solve a weekly checkmate puzzle. Drop in to the Vault Room on the main level from 4 to 5:30 pm on Monday, May 5 and 19. All ages and experience levels are welcome!

Need help? Find it here!

If you or someone you know is in need of help, from food access to housing help and beyond, visit the findhelp website today!  

Pokémon Club

We choose you! Team up with local Pokémon trainers to trade cards, learn how to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game, and more! April 29, 4 to 5 pm.

April Board Meeting Notice

The Amery Area Public Library will have their regular board meeting on Monday, April 28th at 5:45 pm.

Mystery Book Club – Everybody in My Family Has Killed Someone

Join us at the Mystery Book Club on Tuesday, May 13th at 2 p.m. for a discussion of the book Everybody In My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson. Copies are available at the library (while supplies last).  

Our Weekly Newsletter

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Non-fiction Book Club: Papal/Vatican History

May Theme: Papal/Vatican history We can’t wait to hear all about what you read! Please contact us if you would like help locating a book. Thursday, May 29th from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.

Amery Area Public Library Long-range plan 2024-2026

Check out our long-range plan to see what the Amery Area Public Library is focusing on for the next three years. Click here to see the most recent update on how we're doing.

Creativebug - Craft database link

We are excited to announce that we have purchased a subscription for Creativebug! Creativebug offers online video arts and crafts workshops and techniques. Learn how to paint, knit, crochet, sew, screen print, and more. There are 1,000+ award-winning video classes taught by top designers and artists.

All you need to create your free account is your library card number. Happy crafting!

Go to Creativebug

Note: You must have an Amery Area Public Library card to use the library’s Creativebug subscription.

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