How to Improve Library Visibility in Your Community, Influence Municipal Funding, and Be an Effective Advocate for Your Library

Your library's trustees, staff, and Friends group are invited to attend this workshop.

Date:  Wednesday April 9, 2014
Time:  5:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: Ripon Public Library, 120 Jefferson Street, Ripon (map)
Presenter: Kathy Pletcher

Public libraries bring value to our communities through educational programs, free access to a wealth of resources including books, media, computer technology, and expertise of our library staff.  Libraries also provide public space for people to gather for learning, community projects and contemplation.  Yet, public officials continue to ask if the public library has a future “now that everything is available on the internet.”  

Library trustees must be proactive in telling their story to those who can help keep our libraries strong and vibrant for our communities. 

This workshop will cover topics such as:
• improving your visibility in the community
• how to be an effective advocate for your library in your community
• how to influence your primary donors:  municipal, town, and village officials who fund your library

Presenter Kathy Pletcher serves as Chair of Wisconsin Library Trustees and Friends (WLTF), is President of the Brown County Library Board, and is a trustee of the Nicolet Federated Library System.

This program is open to trustees, staff, and members of your Friends group.

A complimentary light buffet will be available.

Continuing education contact hours: 3