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The Stoughton Public Library
Your Information & Reference Resource! |
The Adult Services Department of Stoughton Public Library provides
reference,
informational assistance, and reader’s advisory services to the community and visitors.
Public Services Librarians and Library Assistants are available to assist patrons with inquiries
in-person, by telephone, and via e-mail during all hours the library is open.
In addition, access to on-line librarian reference assistance, on-line databases
are available at 24/7.
Check out all the Stoughton Public Library has to offer you!
The Library now offers an online version of Consumer Reports! |
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Access this databse on your next visit to our library or
from home click on graphic above and login with your library card. |
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E-Book One on One |
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Did you get an e-reader for the holidays? Do you want to learn how to download FREE e-books from the library onto your device? The library “E-book Expert” will be happy to assist you in a one-on-one support session.
Call the library at 873-6281 to schedule an appointment. |
Make sure to bring your e-reading device and laptop (if you have one).
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Call 873-6281 to schedule an appointment. |
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Materials & Services
A wide variety of materials are available in the Adult Services Department for patrons to check out.
These items can all be located in the LINKCat Library Catalog. Items available to check out include:
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- Books in Spanish/ Libros en Español
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The Adult Services Department also offers extensive materials and services
for use within the library including:
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- Access to the Stoughton Area School District computer network
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- Internet access on in-house computers
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- Microfilm reader with printer
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- Microsoft Office on in-house cmoputers
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- Computer printer and scanner
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- Local history & Geneaology reference
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- Magnified computer access
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- Morningstar & Value Line periodicals
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| Displays |
The Adult Services Department maintains three display areas, two adult and one young adult, to highlight library materials and events. Displays change bi-weekly and regularly include contemporary and popular themes.
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Is it your Lucky Day?
Check out our Lucky Day Books!
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The Lucky Day Collection
consists of additional copies of current, high demand best-sellers.
These books are shelved next to the new books on the 2nd floor.
They are available on a walk-in basis only (no holds).
Lucky Day books now check out for 14 days and can be checked out on the Self Check stations.
They are not renewable and late fees are $1.00 per day.
This collection has been made possible due to donations from
the Friends of the Stoughton Public Library.
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Stoughton’s Library
Stories Film
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The Stoughton Public Library proudly presents a community based film
using multiple interviews of everyday Stoughton residents,
and a few local celebrities, telling their library stories including how libraries
have made an impact on their lives.
This film shows how the Library impacts the lives of Stoughton residents. Viewing the film is a great step in celebrating “September as Library Card Sign Up Month”. Help celebrate the value of the library by watching friends and neighbors tell their story, getting your own library card, and taking in the wealth of information available to you through your local library. |
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| Programming |
The Adult Services Department offers programming and training for adults and young adults year-round. General training in the use of the LINKCat library catalog, Library OnLine Computer Management Software, various on-line databases including our newest addition, the Chilton's auto repair database, the Internet, and other computer programs is offered as time permits whenever the library is open. Additionally, detailed training in these information sources is available by appointment with the Public Services Librarian and also offered at specific training dates and times throughout the year. Adult book discussion groups meet monthly. Library Programs for Young Adults are offered periodically throughout the year and a Teen Summer Reading Program is ongoing throughout the summer months (June-August). Watch our website for information about new programs for Adult and Teens. |
Armchair Field Trip
Explore Wisconsin
at E.D. Locke Library (McFarland), Oregon Public Library, and Stoughton Public Library
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| Curious about Wisconsin’s lands, waters, and wildlife and how they relate to our state’s culture, history, and future?
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The Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin, E.D. Locke Library (McFarland), and the Oregon Public Library present free Armchair Field Trips this spring so people can explore Wisconsin from the comfort of their local library. |
Discover Neda Mine (features LIVE bats) with Jennifer Redell
McFarland Public Library, Thursday, April 25 at 7 pm
Jennifer Redell is a Conservation Biologist with the Department of Natural Resources, specializing in bats.
She will discuss the Neda Mine/Iron Ridge area, an abandoned iron mine near Iron Ridge.
The mine is not only important for its natural resources but also has historical importance as it was an active Iron mine
from 1864-1914. The mine is also of geological interest: its cliffs provide an excellent exposure of the Niagara Dolomite
and is a well-developed beech stand. It also houses the largest bat hibernaculum in North America.
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My Favorite Trout Streams with Mike Miller
Oregon Public Library, Tuesday, April 30 at 7 pm
Mike Miller is an avid angler and a Stream Ecologist with the Department of Natural Resources.
Mike will share details of his favorite streams and tell his favorite stories about trout fishing and fisherman.
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Badger Army Ammunition Plant: Past, Present & Future with Mike Mossman
McFarland Public Library, Tuesday, May 7 at 7 pm
Mike Mossman is a Research Scientist with the Department of Natural Resources. Mike will discuss the fascinating
ecological and historical significance of the Badger Army Ammunition Plant, decommissioned after World War II,
as well as conservation opportunities there.
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Salamanders of Our State (features LIVE salamanders) with Michael Warwick
Stoughton Public Library, Tuesday, May 7 at 7 pm
Michael Warwick is an environmental project manager for a local utility and has worked in the natural resources profession
for nearly 13 years. He will talk about the history of amphibian studies in Wisconsin, the impact that people are having
on global amphibian populations and ultimately the effects this is having on our human environment.
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Wisconsin’s Outdoor Gems: State Natural Areas with Thomas Meyer
Stoughton Public Library, Wednesday, May 8 at 7 pm
Thomas Meyer is a conservation biologist with the Department of Natural Resources. He will provide an armchair tour of the State Natural Areas of South Central Wisconsin. State Natural Areas (SNAs) provide outstanding example of Wisconsin’s native communities, geographical formations, and archeological sites.
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These "Armchair Field Trips" are funded by:
Beyond the Page
The National Endowment for the Humanities
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The Madison Community Foundation
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Maria Sadowski, Natural Resources Foundation at 608-261-4392 or Maria.Sadowski@wisconsin.gov, Heidi Cox, Director of E.D. Locke Public Library at 608-838-9030 or hcox@scls.lib.wi.us. |
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| The Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The Foundation works with citizens, businesses, non-profits, and the government to promote the protection and enjoyment of Wisconsin’s public lands, waters, and wildlife. Since its inception in 1986, the Foundation has contributed more than $4.6 million to conservation projects covering every county in the state. For more information, visit WisConservation.org. |
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Genealogy 101
Learn more about the library’s genealogy resources |
Tuesday, May 28 at 2pm |
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includes a tour of the local history collection and online database demonstration.
This program is presented in collaboration with the Senior Center in recognition of Older Americans Month. |
No registration required. |
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Stoughton Public Library offers wireless internet access. |
Libraries throughout the United States are known as a source for free high-speed Internet access for the public. By adding wireless capability to the Stoughton Publc Library it is allowing us to extend this free service to the residents of our community.
Surfing the internet, doing on-line research, keeping in touch with family and friends by email,
or creating your own blog has never been more accessible.
Just bring in your wireless-enabled device (laptop, PDA, smart phones, etc.) and utilize the Internet connection throughout
the library. If your devices battery is not charged up, electrical outlets are built right into the tables on the Mezzanine Level.
Wireless access is available for your use during all hours that library is open.
Monday - Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday & Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Offering wireless access is a great way for the library to expand services and allow more people access to the library’s
high-speed Internet connection without the expense of additional computers. Many patrons who enjoy using the computers at the library because the connection speed is faster than their home service.
Wireless is another feature that helps make it just that much easier for
our patrons to make a connection.
Wireless users will be held to the library’s acceptable use agreement concerning Internet content and must be able to use their own device and set up a wireless connection independently.
An information sheet with connection information is available
at the library’s Reference Desk on the second floor
or click here for the .pdf version.
Please visit the Stoughton Public Library and try out this great service. |
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