Tuesday, February 09, 2010

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RESOURCES
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PLEASE HAVE YOUR LIBRARY CARD READY

Online Card Catalog Materials in Platteville Public Library + libraries in the Southwest Wisconsin Library System

     College Prep Center, Jobs and Careers Center, Computer Skills and more. Questions? Call 348-7441, ext. 4.

  LearningExpress Library Instructions

 

 

   Complete editions of eBooks on a variety of subjects in a format that you can use at any time and from anywhere. By the page, by the chapter, or the entire book. However you want it.

At this time, library users must set up a NetLibrary account on a computer at an SWLS Member Library before access will be recognized from a home computer. Questions? Call 348-7441, ext. 4.
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FREE DOWNLOADS
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Have your library card available. Then follow these easy steps to download audiobooks, dvds, and music:

1) Download the Overdrive Media Console to your computer.

2) Browse the "Digital Book Catalog & Download Center".

3) Wisconsin Digital Book Center Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • You may have a maximum of 6 titles checked out from the Digital Library.
  • Downloaded titles are checked out for 7 days and are automatically returned to the library.
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RESEARCH
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THESE RESOURCES ARE FUNDED BY THE WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION. DIVISION FOR LIBRARIES, TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNITY LEARNING. PLEASE HAVE YOUR LIBRARY CARD AVAILABLE.

SEARCHASAURUS--Pictures, homework help and fun for our youngest library users.

KIDS SEARCH--Arts & crafts, news, animals, sports, & more for upper elementary students.   

STUDENT RESEARCH CENTER--Research tools for high school students.

EBSCOHOST--Magazine, newspaper and reference book articles covering every subject area.

 

 
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Looking for something new to read?
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   Subscribe to DearReader.com by clicking on the logo on the left. A new service funded by the Platteville Library Foundation. Pick 1 or more of the 12 different book clubs available. To request a copy of a specific book, please call 348-7441 ext. 4 or ext. 2.

 
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LOCATION AND HOURS
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Platteville Public Library

65 South Elm Street

Platteville, WI 53818

Voice: (608) 348-7441   Fax: (608) 348-9923
HOURS
Monday-Thursday          9:00 am to 8:00 pm
Friday                      9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Saturday                   9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sunday                     1:00 pm to 5:00 pm

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Planning to Grow
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Below are links to information about the library's plans to expand our building so that we can provide more services for the residents of Platteville. Questions?

Please call Rose Frost at 348-7441 ext. 5 or email: platteville.pl.director@gmail.com.

Moving Forward: A Strategic Plan for the Platteville Public Library 2009-2012

Platteville Public Library Building Program, March 3, 2009

Quick Facts About the Library's Expansion Plans

 
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MY LIBRARY ACCOUNT
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  Click this button to learn how to use your library account.

 

TRACK YOUR LIBRARY BOOKS   Keep tabs on your library materials. Sign up for this FREE service to receive email alerts before your library books are due and notices when your holds are ready for you. You can also receive text messages to your cell phone.
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For Adults
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Deb's Book Club

3rd Tuesday of each month,6 p.m.

Call Deb for additional information

348-7441 ext. 6.
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LIBRARY CONTACTS
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Children's Services and Programs

Ext. 3
HELP with Online Catalog and Research Resources

Ext. 4
Interlibrary Loan

Ext. 4
Library Cards

Ext. 2

Library Director (Rose Frost)

email: platteville.pl.director@gmail.com

Ext. 5
Outreach Services

Ext. 6
Overdues and Renewals

Ext. 2

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BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE
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NEW LIBRARY LOGO ITEMS

NOW FOR SALE

All proceeds go to the Library Building Fund

  • Tee shirts in a variety of sizes including youth..........$10.00
  • Canvas book bags............$10.00
  • Key chains..........$1.00

 
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HELPING OUR LIBRARY GROW

The Platteville Library Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-stock, non-profit organization established to receive gifts, bequests, and donations for the use and benefit of the Platteville Public Library. The Foundation promotes the Library and provides financial support for its programs and services. All gifts are tax deductible.

Membership Brochure, page 1

Membership Brochure, page 2
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Library Board of Trustees
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President.....Kelly Rae Shea

Vice President/Treasurer.....Dr. Adam Stanley

Secretary.....Denise Roberts

Common Council Representative.....Patrice Steiner

Platteville Schools Representative.....Jan Baker

Trustee.....Roger Morse

Trustee.....VACANT

THE LIBRARY BOARD MEETS MONTHLY ON THE FIRST TUESDAY AT 5:30 pm.
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