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« April 26, 2008 - May 26, 2008 »
 
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Children's Author Rick Chrustowski to Visit Menasha!
Start: 10:00 am
End: 11:00 am

Children's Author Coming to Menasha!

Rick Chrustowski will do a presentation for the public as part of an Earth Day celebration at the Heckrodt Wetland Reserve.

Chrustowski, a Wisconsin author (http://www.rickchrustowski.com/), is the writer and illustrator of a number of science picture books for children. He uses dramatic close-ups to give children a memorable look into the life cycle of creatures common to our area. His books, written for children ages 4-8, are well reviewed and found in libraries, schools and bookstores throughout the country. Children can explore many literacies - nature, ecology and reading - just by turning the colorful pages and engaging in Mr. Chrustowksi's wonderful writing style

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Let's Grow! Stories and Gardening Fun Storytime
Start: 10:00 am
End: 10:30 am

Preschoolers and their parents or caregivers are invited to a free three-week session of super garden stories and planting fun. We'll read of pesky rabbits, grouchy gardeners, and wormy friends. Plus, you'll get a chance to plant flowers in the secret Library Garden. "Weed" be sad if you didn't join us! Co-sponsored with the Gardens of the Fox Cities

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Let's GO-Wheel Fun Stuff
Start: 10:00 pm
End: 10:30 pm

Let's GO - Wheel Fun Stuff!

Vroom! Vroom! Start your engines! We'll have some fun with big wheel stories, things that go, and big machines. Each week will also feature a visit in the parking lot with a real vehicle that children can view up close. For preschoolers and their caring adult.

 

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Let's Grow! Stories and Gardening Fun Storytime
Start: 10:00 am
End: 10:30 am

Preschoolers and their parents or caregivers are invited to a free three-week session of super garden stories and planting fun. We'll read of pesky rabbits, grouchy gardeners, and wormy friends. Plus, you'll get a chance to plant flowers in the secret Library Garden. "Weed" be sad if you didn't join us! Co-sponsored with the Gardens of the Fox Cities

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Computer Class - Computer Basics
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 3:30 pm

"Computer Basics"
Monday, May 5th
2-3:30 pm
Activity Room, Lower Level


Are you computer illiterate? This class will teach you the very basics: turning on the computer, using the mouse, and getting started with Windows.

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Computer Basics
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 3:30 pm

"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.

05 / 6
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Online Catalog
Start: 10:30 am
End: 12:00 pm

"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!

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Author Appearance - Joe Amato
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm

Meet author and historian Joseph Amato who will be discussing his latest book, Jacob's Well: A Case for Rethinking Family History. Amato researched his "poor, obscure" family over seven generations, including people who lived right here in the Fox Valley. He demonstrates how this personal history, and the personal history of others, connects everybody to the larger story of our nation.

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Let's GO-Wheel Fun Stuff
Start: 10:00 pm
End: 10:30 pm

Let's GO - Wheel Fun Stuff!

Vroom! Vroom! Start your engines! We'll have some fun with big wheel stories, things that go, and big machines. Each week will also feature a visit in the parking lot with a real vehicle that children can view up close. For preschoolers and their caring adult.

 

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Computer Class - Computer Basics
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 3:30 pm

"Computer Basics"
Thursday, May 8th
2-3:30 pm
Activity Room, Lower Level


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.

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Computer Basics
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 3:30 pm

 

"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.

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Lite Lit Book CLub
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm

Year Of Wonders
by Geraldine Brooks

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Introduction to Microsoft Word
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 3:30 pm

"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.

05 / 14
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Introduction to the Internet
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

"Introduction to the Internet"
Double-click" on this class if you are interested in learning how to surf the 'Net!

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Computer Class - "Introduction to the Internet"
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

Computer Class - "Introduction to the Internet"
Wed., May 14th, 1 - 2:30 pm
Activity Room, Lower Level  

05 / 15
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Library Board Meeting
Start: 4:30 pm
End: 5:30 pm

Library Board Meeting

Usually runs approximately one hour. Public welcome. Board agendas and minutes are available online.

 

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Computer Class - Email
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 3:30 pm

"E-Mail" Computer Class
Thursday, May 22
2 - 3:30 pm
Activity Room, Lower Level

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Email Basics
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 3:30 pm

 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.

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