New Ulm Library Board Explores Community Freezer Initiative to Combat Food Waste

Overview: In an effort to address local food waste and enhance community support, the New Ulm Library Board is considering hosting a community freezer as part of a broader food recovery program. This initiative, discussed during the board’s recent meeting, would utilize space at the library to store surplus food from local grocery stores, facilitating redistribution to those in need. The library’s role would primarily involve providing space and electricity for the freezer, while the Region 9 agency would manage the stocking and monitoring of the items. The proposed location for the freezer is a hallway outside the children’s room, chosen for its accessibility and discretion. The logistics, including whether the unit will be a fridge or freezer, will be decided during the grant application process.

New Digital Library Card Program Launches for New Ulm Students in 2027

Overview: At the latest New Ulm Library Board meeting, developments included the announcement of a new digital library card program for students, budget discussions, and procedural updates. The board also touched on upcoming events, new hires, and ongoing projects.

New Ulm Library Board Celebrates Summer Reading Program with Dinosaur-Themed Extravaganza

Overview: The New Ulm Library Board meeting on May 14, 2026, highlighted an exciting summer reading program, reviewed financial expenditures, and discussed staffing updates. The board unanimously approved two arts and cultural heritage fund grants for upcoming programs.

New Ulm Library Board Discusses Financial Health, New Programs, and Community Engagement

Overview: The New Ulm Library Board, during its recent meeting, reviewed the library’s financial standing, highlighted successful events, and discussed community engagement strategies. The meeting also included updates on staffing changes and future programming.

New Ulm Library Board Discusses EBook Pricing Inequities and Legislative Efforts

Overview: In a recent meeting of the New Ulm Library Board, attention was centered on the challenges of ebook pricing for libraries and legislative priorities aimed at improving library funding and operations. Special guest Stacy Lunsford, executive director of Traverse de Sioux Regional Library, provided detailed insights into these issues, highlighting the financial burdens on libraries and the need for legislative changes.