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
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...
Forest City Stories: Neil Bloom on Film, Community, and Rockford
What does it take to build a filmmaking community from the ground up in a mid-sized Midwest city? Bridget Finn, RPL Marketing Director, sat down with Neil Bloom- writer, director, and founder of Future Films, and the Rockford Public Library’s n...
Unearth a Story: Discover Summer Reading at Rockford Public Library
Kick off summer with curiosity, creativity, and reading! In this episode, East Branch Manager Erin Birdsong joins us to share how the Summer Reading Challenge brings the Rockford community together—one book at a time.