Check Out MPL

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The official podcast of Milton Public Library!

08/28/2025

Another Interview with Teen Summer Intern, Kat!

Ashlee sits down once again with the library's Teen Summer Intern, Kat, during one of her last days as an employee here at the library! Kat talks about her time here at the library, what she learned, and her connected-learning project. We had a great time having Kat as a member of our team!

23 min
07/16/2025

Artist Spotlight - Season 2, Episode 4: Angela Brooks

Up next, Ashley talks with library staff member, resident chicken expert, and artist Angela Brooks about her moon, her process for creating it, and more! All moons will be on display during the month of August. Come join for the Artist Reception on Friday, August 1, from 5:00 to 6:00 to see the moons and to meet the artists! All moons will be up for auction during the Art Walk Auction on Tuesday, September 9, starting at 5:30. Funds raised will go towards the continued development and maintenance of Story Gardens.

10 min
07/16/2025

Artist Spotlight - Season 2, Episode 3: Brenda Mathews

In this episode, Ashley sits down with Brenda Mathews to talk about her creative process, quilts, and her moon for this year's Art Walk! All moons will be on display during the month of August. Come join for the Artist Reception on Friday, August 1, from 5:00 to 6:00 to see the moons and to meet the artists! All moons will be up for auction during the Art Walk Auction on Tuesday, September 9, starting at 5:30. Funds raised will go towards the continued development and maintenance of Story Gardens.

16 min
07/11/2025

Artist Spotlight - Season 2, Episode 2: Heather and Naomi

Ashley talks with Heather Hansen, a new artist to this year's Art Walk! Heather and her daughter, Naomi, are working together to create a Nightmare Before Christmas-inspired crescent moon. All moons will be on display during the month of August. Come join for the Artist Reception on Friday, August 1, from 5:00 to 6:00 to see the moons and to meet the artists! All moons will be up for auction during the Art Walk Auction on Tuesday, September 9, starting at 5:30. Funds raised will go towards the continued development and maintenance of Story Gardens.

13 min
07/08/2025

Artist Spotlight - Season 2, Episode 1: Judy Hatlen

The Art Walk is back for a second year! This year, our Story Gardens will feature 18 crescent moons created by 18 local artists. All moons will be on display during the month of August. Come join for the Artist Reception on Friday, August 1, from 5:00 to 6:00 to see the moons and to meet the artists! All moons will be up for auction during the Art Walk Auction on Tuesday, September 9, starting at 5:30. Funds raised will go towards the continued development and maintenance of Story Gardens.

17 min
06/12/2025

An Interview with Teen Summer Intern, Kat!

Thanks to a grant that was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), with support from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), the library was able to hire a Teen Summer Intern for the summer! We're excited to welcome Kat to the library's team. While here, Kat will learn all about library work, but will also spend time on a connected-learning project - a program based on one of her interests!

8 min
02/24/2025

Max Olson Interview

In this episode of the library's podcast, Ashlee sits down with Max Olson, current Teen Advisory Board (TAB) president, about his involvement in local government. Enjoy!

13 min
12/30/2024

Sports Shorts: Genevieve, Show Choir and Musicals!

In this episode of Sports Shorts, a segment of the library's podcast, Check Out MPL, Ashlee talks with Genevieve about her involvement in show choir and musicals in school! What a fascinating look into both worlds!

37 min

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