With cooler temps in the forecast and summer reading programs a fading memory in most communities, attention turns to school beginnings and new Legacy activities around the state. Each region has staff coordinating events. The Legacy Coordinators often provide onsite assistance to local library staff, help write grant applications and reports, coordinate publicity efforts, offer training, and share information specific to the success of unique regional endeavors undertaken with Arts and Cultural Heritage Funds. Listed below are the individuals responsible for assisting with Library Legacy activities.
Region | Legacy Coordinator |
Arrowhead Library System | Chris Magnusson |
East Central Regional Library | Cortney Walbridge |
Great River Regional Library | Beth Ringsmuth-Stolpman |
Kitchigami Regional Library System | Stephanie Langer |
Lake Agassiz Regional Library | Jenna Kahly |
MELSA | Melinda Ludwiczak |
Northwest Regional Library | Emily Savageau |
Pioneerland Library System | Laurie Ortega |
Plum Creek Library System | Chris Lang |
SELCO | Jeremy Kittleson |
Traverse des Sioux Library Cooperative | Jessica Kreutter |
Viking Library System | Gail Nordstrom |
In addition to these individuals designated as the regional Legacy Coordinators, the system director and other regional library staff may be very involved in Legacy activities. Check individual regional websites for more information about upcoming programs and other opportunities.