VIROQUA, Wis. – Viroqua’s McIntosh Memorial Library is among 50 public libraries nationwide awarded funding by the Public Library Association (PLA) this year to conduct workshops using the new DigitalLearn Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) Basics training materials, developed in collaboration with AT&T. The materials enable libraries to conduct workshops that help families and households learn about ACP and how to apply for the benefit.
The Affordable Connectivity Program, also known as the ACP, from the United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) helps families and households with affordable internet service. In collaboration with AT&T, PLA developed workshop materials to help families and households identify the information they need to apply for the program, how to apply for the program, and how to use the benefit.
The McIntosh Memorial Library will be hosting two programs in October to help people register for the Affordable Connectivity Program. The sessions at the library are scheduled for October 2 at 1:30pm and October 6 at 10:00am.
Project Coordinator Chris Chroninger said, “I am looking forward to helping the community learn more about computers, phones, and the technology that our world is requiring more knowledge of.”
The Public Library Association (PLA) is the largest association dedicated to supporting the unique and evolving needs of public library professionals. Founded in 1944, PLA serves nearly 9,000 members in public libraries large and small in communities across the United States and Canada, with a growing presence around the world. PLA strives to help its members shape the essential institution of public libraries by serving as an indispensable ally for public library leaders. For more information about PLA, contact the PLA office at 1 (800) 545-2433, ext. 5PLA, or pla@ala.org.
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