Pages and Partners: a Muncie Public Library Podcast

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Discover Muncie Public Library through our history, buildings, staff, programs, and partnerships. Listen and watch as we talk about what makes Muncie Public Library an important part of our community!

  1. FEB 26

    Stacy Wheeler and Classroom Connections of ECI

    In this episode of Pages & Partners, host Heather Troupe discusses Classroom Connections of East Central Indiana with executive director Stacy Wheeler. Learn more about what Classroom Connections does, their push to fill backpacks, and how you can help.

    56 min

  2. JAN 29

    Staff Spotlight: Katherine Mitchell

    In this episode of Pages & Partners, we shine the spotlight on another incredible staff member! Join host Gabby Sandefer as she talks with Katherine Mitchell, Assistant Director at Muncie Public Library, about her role in supporting both staff andpatrons.

    45 min

  3. 12/24/2025

    Staff Spotlight | Dottie Kreps

    In this episode of Pages & Partners, we shine the spotlighton another incredible staff member! Join host Gabby Sandefer as she talks with Dottie Kreps, Community Engagement Specialist at Muncie Public Libraries, abouther role in connecting the library with the community, securing the Big Read grant, and creating engaging programs that bring people together.

    24 min

  4. 12/10/2025

    Children's Literacy

    In this episode, host Gabby Sandefer, Great AchieversSupervisor, sits down with Shanna Hurd, Youth Services Supervisor at Maring-Hunt Library, and Heather Troupe, Ready Readers Specialist, to talk about children’s literacy. Discover practical tips for building strong reading habits and learn the five key steps to supporting literacy development at home.

    22 min

  5. 11/26/2025

    MadJax

    In this episode, host Gabby Sandefer, Great Achievers Supervisor, sits down with Carly Acree-King, Executive Director of MadJax Maker Force, to explore the mission behind MadJax and the creative work happening there. They discuss MadJax’s collaboration with the library for the Big Read and their excitement for future partnerships. Tune in to learn more about how MadJax supports makers, innovation, and community in Muncie!

    24 min

  6. 11/12/2025

    Board Games @ the Library

    Did you know you can check out board games from the library? In this episode, host Gabby Sandefer, Great Achievers Supervisor, chats with Kelly Batchelor, Maring-Hunt Library Manager, about the library’s board game collection, International Games Month, and the history behind this global celebration of play!

    16 min

  7. 10/29/2025

    Staff Spotlight | Stuart Cotton

    We’re kicking off a new series on Pages & Partners: Staff Spotlight! Join host Gabby Sandefer as she sits down with Stuart Cotton, the Digital Mentor at Centennial Library. Hear how Stuart connects tech, learning, and creativity with the community.   Here is the video Stuart mentions in the podcast: James T. Whitley - "Back Among the Living" Official Music Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1f0GWPDVznE&list=RD1f0GWPDVznE&start_radio=1

    23 min

  8. 10/15/2025

    Bracken Library @ BSU

    In this episode of Pages and Partners, host Gabby Sandefer chats with two special guests from Ball State University's Bracken Library:  Amy Petts, Associate Dean for Strategic Engagement and Learning, and Melissa Gentry, Supervisor of the Paul W. Stout Map Collection. Bracken Library is turning 50 this year, and there's a lot to celebrate! Tune in as we explore some of the library’s history, memorable moments, and how it continues to serve the Ball State and Muncie communities. It’s a fun and thoughtful look back at five decades of learning, growth, and connection. Pages and Partners: A Muncie Public Library podcast  where we connect our community with the people, programs, and stories that make Muncie special.

    30 min
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