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Conversation partners Marilyn Schultz (79) and Greg Wojczak (75) reminisce about the time when the Butler, Wisconsin community united to raise funds for the construction of a new library.

Conversation between Libby Tronnes and Brad Brown about special collections in the Cullom Davis Library at Bradley, University, and information about sports, mascots, games, play, and the history of fun.

John Henderson (77) speaks about his involvement in the Rotary Club and its impact on his life.

Friends Winifred Lucy (70) and Olga Harris (71) take turns asking each other questions about their families, their careers, and their long and close friendship.

Executive Director of Penelope House Tonie Ann Torrans (57) speaks with her mother and founder of Penelope House Kathryn Coumanis (86). They speak about what it took to start the first domestic violence shelter in Alabama and how their community...

Longtime Lake Geneva resident Helen M. Brandt (80) talks to friend Sonja Akright (52) about her journey from Wabeno to Lake Geneva as well as her jobs at the Lake Geneva Public Library and Geneva Lake Museum.

Safiya Schaub [no age given] interviews her mentor Janan Atta-Najeeb [no age given] about her early childhood memories, the Milwaukee Muslim Women's Coalition, discrimination muslims face in the workplace, building a library of resources regarding Islam, and their hopes for...

Library Director, Jessica Hudson, and Branch Manager of the Tyson’s-Pimmit Regional Library, Christine Jones, talk about how their work relationship transformed into friendship. This conversation was a part of the “All Together Now: Share Your Stories” program for the Fairfax...

Molly Schroeder-Linzmeier (32) interviews her friend and colleague Mary Jane Herber (73) about her experiences as a librarian and the rich history and economy of Brown County, Wisconsin.

Katie Maier (38) interviews siblings Preston (21) and Julianne Taylor (23) about their shared love of history and their many adventures together.

Building & Grounds Co-Chairs of the Ladies’ Library Association (LLA) of Kalamazoo, Paula Jamison (no age given) and Marge Kars (no age given), detail the process of maintaining the LLA’s historic building.

Dale Morgan (78) talks with her friend, Alice Lundstrom (76), about childhood, adulthood, faith, lifelong learning, and legacy.

Friends and coworkers Lynn Houghton (65) and Sharon Carlson (60) discuss their shared passion for Kalamazoo history, the built environment, and cultural preservation.

From Fairfax County government organizations, Barack Obama, to a random Metropolitan Police Department officer, Lorraine has been shown compassion by so many people and she continues to pay it forward through her community activism. This conversation was a part of...

Sherwood Regional Library customer, Loretta, discusses kindness from strangers. This conversation was a part of the “All Together Now: Share Your Stories” program for the Fairfax County Public Library’s 2023 Summer Reading Adventure for adults. You can learn more about...

Kathleen and Mike Dobbyn share stories and thoughts on friendship with Sherwood Regional Library staff. This conversation was a part of the “All Together Now: Share Your Stories” program for the Fairfax County Public Library’s 2023 Summer Reading Adventure for...

Colleagues Blair Bates (66) and Nelson Nave (75) talk about their work in historic preservation, Blair working as a restoration contractor and Nelson as an architect, to maintain the Ladies’ Library Association building in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Colleagues Stella Hodgkins (48), Theophilus Gregory (69), and William “Bill” J. Hybl [no age given] come together to discuss their impact-focused work at the El Pomar Foundation, particularly their dedication to convening and empowering communities of color.

Colleagues Doug Price [no age given] and Janet Suthers [no age given] share the story of how they rebranded the city of Colorado Springs as Olympic City USA.

One Small Step conversation partners Veronica Daniel (56) and Loman Martin (38) discuss politics.

Franchesca Peña [no age given] interviews Pam Loosle (63) about her involvement in the Chocolate Festival, a yearly fundraiser that raises money for Planned Parenthood.

Daryl Bowen (76) recounts his personal and family history to his daughter, Lorelei Sterling (49).

Juniper Leherissey (50) interviews her colleague Stephen Brogden (74) about his time, experiences, and contributions during his tenure as the former director of the Harwood Library and Museum.

Life partners Gus Foster (82) and Alexandra Benjamin (70) share a conversation about The Harwood Museum in Taos, New Mexico. They talk about the museum's history in the community, its evolution, and the generosity that has made it the museum...

Barbara Yonker & Angela Vaughn discuss library memories, the importance of reading, and the value of a good community public library!