Rockford Public Library
The Rockford Public Library Podcast brings the heart of our community's literary world directly to you. Join us for engaging conversations with authors, local historians, community leaders, and library experts as we explore diverse perspectives, celebrate storytelling, and give you a behind the scenes look at library operations. Each episode offers insights into books, community resources, upcoming events, and the many ways the Rockford Public Library serves as a hub for learning, creativity, and connection. Whether you're a lifelong library goer or new to the Rockford community, this podcast invites you to discover the transformative power of libraries in today's world. Subscribe now to be part of our ongoing story at Rockford Public Library.
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Latest Episodes
Stories That Connect Us: Kathi Kresol on Rockford Public Library, Local History, and Haunted Rock River Valley
What does it take to bring library services directly into the community while also preserving the stories that make a region unique? In this episode, we sit down with Kathi Kresol, manager of the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Libra...
From Rockford to the National Archives: A Conversation with Jill Zawacki
What does it take to preserve the nation's story, one government record at a time? Bridget Finn, RPL Marketing Director, sat down with Jill Zawacki, Supervisory Archivist at the Barack Obama Presidential Library, U.S. National Archi...
What If Reading Starts Before You Can Read? An Interview with Youth Services Librarian Amy Pfeifer
In this episode of the Rockford Public Library Podcast, Lara Griffin talks with Youth Services Librarian Amy Pfeifer about the surprising ways children begin developing literacy long before they learn their ABCs. From talking and singing to sha...
Historian, Dr. Kat Williams and her book All the Way: The Life of Baseball Trailblazer Maybelle Blair (Rebroadcast)
With the grand reopening of Beyer Stadium just around the corner, we're bringing back this episode featuring Author and International Women’s Baseball Center CEO, Kat Williams. Join us for an exhilarating conversation with Lara Grif...
The Stories Hidden in Plain Sight: Author Andrew Mertzenich on His book, Forest City Yester-Queer
In this episode, we sit down with author Andrew Mertzenich to discuss his book, Forest City Yester - Queer, a groundbreaking exploration of Rockford's LGBTQ+ history.Our conversation explores the importance of preserving local h...