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Book Bundle

Are you looking for a pile of books and want to leave it up to our staff to select the titles for you?

What you will get:
*Children’s Bundles include 10 board books, picture books, or reader books.
*Adults (and teens) will get five books in their preferred genre or collection.

All you have to do is call us at 715.286.2070 between 10 AM and 5 PM Monday through Friday, or fill out the Book Bundle form.

Find Your Next Read

Book Matchmaker! The library staff can recommend your next read based on what you like. Fill out the Book Matchmaker form or call us at 715-286-2070!

Book Matchmaker

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The Flatshare Discussion

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Community Health Survey Review

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