Winter Family Storytime
Start your child off on the right foot with this free eight-week series that is perfect for children from birth through age six and their caring adult. Stories, songs, a focus on the best in children's books and fun are all part of this half-hour weekly event. No registration is required, though we hope you check out lots of great books to share with your kids each week!
Japanese Doll Festival Celebration
Hina Matsuri Festival, also known as Doll Festival and Girl's Day in Japan, will be celebrated in the Children's Department. The program will feature Japanese crafts and fun; children from Clovis Grove School performing Japanese songs, snacks and placing the library's Japanese dolls in the display case. This free program for all ages is presented in cooperation with the Menasha Public Schools.
Winter Family Storytime
Start your child off on the right foot with this free eight-week series that is perfect for children from birth through age six and their caring adult. Stories, songs, a focus on the best in children's books and fun are all part of this half-hour weekly event. No registration is required, though we hope you check out lots of great books to share with your kids each week!
Winter Family Storytime
Start your child off on the right foot with this free eight-week series that is perfect for children from birth through age six and their caring adult. Stories, songs, a focus on the best in children's books and fun are all part of this half-hour weekly event. No registration is required, though we hope you check out lots of great books to share with your kids each week!
"Computer Basics"
Are you computer illiterate? This class will teach you the very basics: turning on the computer, using the mouse, and getting started with Windows.
Hands-on experience will help ease any fears you may have regarding computers. This class is intended for those wtih little or no computer experience. Class will be held in the Activity Room.
Free! Registration required. Call 967-3690 for more information.
"Online Catalog"
Learn how to search the catalog and maximize use of your library card. See how you can locate DVDs, CDs, books, magazines and more by using keyword searching and date-specific, age-specific limiters!
Also, we will show you just why your library card is the most important card in your wallet! Learn how to renew books online, place holds on materials in other Winnefox libraries or those checked out from the Menasha Public Library. Your card can also hook you up to books outside the Winnefox system, electronic books, and databases covering health, legal, biographical and business information. This class will be held in the Activity Room, Lower Level.
Free! Registration required. Please call 967-3690 for more information.
Book-Venture! Story and Workshop
A free eight-week afterschool workshop and stories series that is perfect for children ages 4-7. Stories, songs, crafts, science, art, and fun based on books are all part of this forty minute weekly event. No registration is required.
"Microsoft Word"
Take this class to understand the basics of using Word to create letters, flyers, brochures, invitations, etc. Tasks presented will include opening a new document, formatting pages, printing, and, saving the file.
Spell check, cutting & pasting, inserting pictures and tables will help the student create a customized document - the sky's the limit! This class will be held in the Company E. Room.
Free! Registration required. Please call the Reference Desk at 967-3690 for more information.
Winter Family Storytime
Start your child off on the right foot with this free eight-week series that is perfect for children from birth through age six and their caring adult. Stories, songs, a focus on the best in children's books and fun are all part of this half-hour weekly event. No registration is required, though we hope you check out lots of great books to share with your kids each week!
"Introduction to the Internet"
"Double-click" on this class if you are interested in learning how to surf the 'Net!
Beginning computer users will be provided with an introduction to the Internet and all of its parts. Learn about web browsers, web sites, search engines, and all the tools you'll need to effectively access and navigate the Internet.
This class will be held in the Activity Room, Lower Level.
Free! Registration is required. Sign up at the Reference Desk, online, or, call 967-3690 for more information.
Winter Family Storytime
Start your child off on the right foot with this free eight-week series that is perfect for children from birth through age six and their caring adult. Stories, songs, a focus on the best in children's books and fun are all part of this half-hour weekly event. No registration is required, though we hope you check out lots of great books to share with your kids each week!
Winter Family Storytime
Start your child off on the right foot with this free eight-week series that is perfect for children from birth through age six and their caring adult. Stories, songs, a focus on the best in children's books and fun are all part of this half-hour weekly event. No registration is required, though we hope you check out lots of great books to share with your kids each week!
"E-Mail"
Today you need an email account to do just about everything online: reserve a hotel room, apply for a job, participate in chat or instant messaging, bid on auction items, belong to listservs and more.
In this class you will learn how to sign up for a free e-mail account, how to compose messages, send mail, and "reply" to and "forward" messages. We'll talk about folders, storage, attachments and some of the precautions everyone needs to know when communicating electronically.
Free!
Book-Venture! Story and Workshop
A free eight-week afterschool workshop and stories series that is perfect for children ages 4-7. Stories, songs, crafts, science, art, and fun based on books are all part of this forty minute weekly event. No registration is required.
After School "Tween" Special
Emma Roberts stars as Nancy Drew, a teenage super-sleuth trying to fit in at Hollywood High after moving from her small hometown. After promising her worried father that she would put her sleuthing aside, Nancy stumbles across a series of clues in the case of a beautiful Hollywood movie star who perished years ago under particularly mysterious circumstances.
Spring Break - Geronimo Stilton Party
Children in grades 2-5 are invited to a spring break book party featuring favorite children's book character Geronimo Stilton. Games, crafts, and activities based on the antics of the mouse will be featured along with samples of some favorite cheeses and a few crumbs of dessert. There is no registration for this free event. For additional information, contact the Children's Department at 967-3670.
This party will be repeated on Monday, March 24.
St. Patrick's Day Celebration
Druids Table - Traditional Irish Music
Monday, March 17th
7-8 pm
Main Floor
Join us on Monday, March 17th, for a real St. Paddy's Day celebration. Druids Table, a local traditional Irish music group, will perform jigs, reels, hornpipes, airs and more from the "Oulde Sod."
Spring Break - Chet Gecko Party
Children in grades 2-5 are invited to a spring break book party featuring children's book detective Chet Gecko. Children will celebrate Bruce Hale's mystery series with games, activities and snacks. There is no registration for this free event. For additional information, contact the Children's Department at 967-3670.
This party will be repeated on Tuesday March 25.
Be a part Fox Cities Reads at the Menasha Public Library by joining us for a discussion of Green Angel! To obtain a copy of the book, please contact the Reference Desk at 967-3690.
Medicare Workshop at the Menasha Senior Center
"Turning 65 ...What To Do about Medicare"...
This program will help you understand the choices and costs surrounding Medicare, the differences between Supplements and Medicare Advantage Plans, and the consequences of working after age 65. Presented by Candace Corbett, Winnebago County Benefit Specialist.
Library Board Meeting
Usually runs approximately one hour. Public welcome. Board agendas and minutes are available online.
Registration begins Monday, March. 24 and continues until April 8
Spring Break - Geronimo Stilton Party
Children in grades 2-5 are invited to a spring break book party featuring favorite children's book character Geronimo Stilton. Games, crafts, and activities based on the antics of the mouse will be featured along with samples of some favorite cheeses and a few crumbs of dessert. There is no registration for this free event. For additional information, contact the Children's Department at 967-3670.
Medicare Workshop - Menasha Public Library
"Turning 65 ...What To Do about Medicare"...
This program will help you understand the choices and costs surrounding Medicare, the differences between Supplements and Medicare Advantage Plans, and the
consequences of working after age 65. Presented by Candace Corbett, Winnebago County Benefit Specialist.
Spring Break - Chet Gecko Party
Children in grades 2-5 are invited to a spring break book party featuring children's book detective Chet Gecko. Children will celebrate Bruce Hale's mystery series with games, activities and snacks. There is no registration for this free event. For additional information, contact the Children's Department at 967-3670.
Teens and Tweens Electronics Gaming Party
Teens in Grades 4-8 are invited to a free Electronics/Gaming Party. High school students from the gaming club at Menasha High School will bring in their games, such as Guitar Hero, Mario, Tetris, and others, to help younger kids learn to play them. There will also be board games such as Clue, Life, and Monopoly. Teens are invited to bring Pokemon and Yu-gi-oh cards for trading before the electronic games session. No registration necessary for this free event.
LEAD, an Environmental Hazard Information Session
Spring Break - Rondini the Magician
Abracadabra! Rondini the magician will work his magic in the Co E. Room as part of the library's spring vacation programming. This free program is perfect for the whole family and no registration is needed. For additional information, contact the Children's Department at 967-3670.
Medicare Workshop - Menasha Public Library
"What to do when I, or my spouse, must move to a
Nursing Home"...
This program will discuss the financial implications of moving into a nursing home, what to do with your home, spousal impoverishment, and Medical Assistance Eligibility. Presented by Candace Corbett, Winnebago County Benefit Specialist.
"Community Blood Drive"
The Community Blood Center will conduct a Blood Drive at the Library on Monday, March 31, from 3 - 6 pm. Walk-ins are always welcome!! However, scheduling an appointment in advance helps ensure a speedy donation for all.
Call the Reference Desk at 967-3690, to reserve a time. A person never knows when he, or someone he loves, is going to need blood. It may be YOU!
Baby Stay and Play
The storytimes will be presented Tuesday evenings and will feature twenty minutes of sweet stories, rollicking rhymes, and merry music. After the storytimes, parents and babies are invited to stay for playtime and pizza. To register or for additional information, contact the Children's Department at 967-3670.
