Friends of the Menasha Public Library
Used Book Sale
Sat., Sept. 20, 9 am - 3 pm
Lower Level of the Library
The Friends' semi-annual Used Book Sale continues in the Lower Level of the Library. Find yourself a good novel, interesting travel book or an old television show on videocassette. We have lots of Young Adult literature, videos and cookbooks and romance paperbacks at this sale.
18th Annual Fox
Cities Marathon/Health & Fitness
Expo
September 19 & 20
Affinity Health & Fitness Expo
Fox
Valley Technical College Commons
1825 N. Bluemound Drive,
Appleton
Saturday, Sept. 20th, 9 am - 6 pm
Fox Cities Marathon
Sunday, September 21st, 8:00 am (Course closes at 2:00 pm)
UW-Fox Valley Campus, Menasha - Start
Riverside Park, Neenah - Finish Line
Friends of the Menasha Public Library
Used Book Sale
Sunday, Sept. 21, 1:30 - 4:30 pm
Lower Level of the Library
Come to the Library on Sunday afternoon , September 21st, as the Friends' Used Book Sale continues. Great deals on fiction, cookbooks, Young Adult literature, videos, Books on CD, travel and more. After shopping at the Sale, stop upstairs on the Main Floor to hear music by local band, Moonbox.
"Music in the Library", Sun., Sept. 21st
MoonBox (local "jazz" band)
2:00 - 3:00 pm
Main Floor of the Library
Friends of the Menasha Public Library
Used Book Sale
Monday, September 22nd, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Lower Level of the Library
The Friends' semi-annual Used Book Sale continues in the Lower Level of the Library. Find yourself a good novel, interesting travel book or an old television show on videocassette. We have lots of Young Adult literature at this sale and many romance paperbacks.
Stories, songs, and fun are all part of this half-hour weekly event, as well as antics with our favorite dog, Mopsy. This free unregistered program is perfect for children from birth through age six and their caring adult as well as families enrolled in 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program . For additional information, contact the Children's Department at 967-3670.
Friends of the Menasha Public Library
Used Book Sale-Bag Sale
Monday, Sept. 22nd, 5:30 - 8:00 pm
$4.00 per bag (provided)
Lower Level of the Library
Come to the Library on Monday evening, Sept. 22nd, as the Friends' close out their semi-annual Used Book Sale with its Bag Sale. Grab what's left, what looks interesting and fill up a paper grocery bag to the top! Only $4.00 per bag!
How do I sign up for Medicare?
What if I am covered under my spouse's insurance?
I am still working...do I still need Medicare?
What is Medicare A,B,C & D all about?
What are these new Medicare private insurance plans?
All these questions and more answered by Candace Corbett, Winnebago Co. Benefit Specialist.
The program will be held in the Company E. Room of the Menasha Public Library. Please RSVP by calling 967-3530.
Stories, songs, and
fun are all part of this half-hour weekly event, as well as antics with our
favorite dog, Mopsy. This free unregistered program is perfect for children from birth through age
six and their caring adult as well as families enrolled in 1000 Books Before
Kindergarten program . For additional information, contact the Children’s
Department at 967-3670.
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.
Preschool Players Theater Group
A free eight-week series perfect for kids ages 4-7. Stories and read-alouds on our picnic blankets are all part of this half-hour weekly event. Bring a bag lunch to enjoy while you listen to the stories. No registration is required.
Do you already have some familiarity with previous versions of Microsoft Word, but want to know more about 2007? This class is for you!
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 Activity Room.
Free! Registration required. Please call the Reference Desk at 967-3690 for more information
High prices got you down? Enjoy a free movie and popcorn at the library! Call 967-3690 for more information.
*Date not required!
Build on skills developed in "Introduction to the Internet" class: learn effective search strategies and techniques using Google; recognize and evaluate different types of Web sites (maps, photo sharing, translators, directories, databases), and become familiar with online forms for employment, membership, social networking, etc. Internet experience necessary.
Free! Call 967-3690 for more information. Registration is limited.
Preschool Players Theater Group
Preschool Players Theater Group
Join us for a special free, three-day theater experience for kids ages 4-5 who are ready to be on their own and in a play! Sign up for this free program begins Monday, September 15. The program will be held Tuesday through Thursday, September 23-25 and give them an opportunity for preschoolers to be in a play practice, learn basic stage directions and present a play on Thursday, September 25 at 11:30 and 6:30.
Medicare "C" - Medicare Advantage Private Health Insurance Plans... HUMANA GOLD.... NETWORK PLATINUM +.... TODAY'S OPTIONS.... SECURE HORIZONS...to name a few.
What are they?
Are they good insurance plans?
Do I need a supplement or a Medicare Advantage plan?
Can I get drug coverage with a Medicare Advantage plan?
Am I still in Medicare if I choose one of these private plans?
When and how can I sign up?
Join us for a special free, three-day theater experience for kids ages 4-5 who are ready to be on their own and in a play! Sign up for this free program begins Monday, September 15. The program will be held Tuesday through Thursday, September 23-25 and give them an opportunity for preschoolers to be in a play practice, learn basic stage directions and present a play on Thursday, September 25 at 11:30 and 6:30. Attendance is required at all four sessions. For further information, please contact the Children's Dept at 967-3670.
Book-Venture!
A free three-week afterschool workshop and stories series on Thursdays, October 9-23 4:00-4:40 p.m.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.
For more information, please contact the Children's Department at 967-35670
Kaboom! She blinded me with science! Join scientist/ teacher Cindy Duckert and find out what happens when we combine elements of fun with science and wild experimentation. This workshop is perfect for inquisitive budding mad scientists in grades 2-5. Co-sponsored with the Weis Earth Science Museum. For further information or to register, please contact the Children's Dept. at 967-3670.
Kids News Podcasting Club Sign ups
Stories, songs, and fun are all part of this half-hour weekly event, as well as antics with our
favorite dog, Mopsy. This free unregistered program is perfect for children from birth through age six and their caring adult as well as families enrolled in 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program . For additional information, contact the Children’s Department at 967-3670.
Community Blood Drive
Monday, Sept. 29th
3:00 - 6:00 pm
Company E. Room, Lower Level
The Community Blood Center will conduct a Blood Drive at the Library on Monday, Sept. 29th, from 3 - 6 pm. Walk-ins are always welcome!! However, scheduling an appointment in advance helps ensure a speedy donation for all.
Stories, songs, and
fun are all part of this half-hour weekly event, as well as antics with our favorite dog, Mopsy. This free unregistered program is perfect for children from birth through age six and their caring adult as well as families enrolled in 1000 Books Before
Kindergarten program . For additional information, contact the Children’s Department at 967-3670.
A free eight-week series perfect for kids ages 4-7. Stories and read-alouds on our picnic blankets are all part of this half-hour weekly event. Bring a bag lunch to enjoy while you listen to the stories. No registration is required.
For more information contact the Children's Dept at 967-3670.
See the sights of Northern India, taste the food, and hear about the culture of India from members of the local Indus Society.
Stories, songs, and fun are all part of this half-hour weekly event, as well as antics with our
favorite dog, Mopsy. This free unregistered program is perfect for children from birth through age six and their caring adult as well as families enrolled in 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program . For additional information, contact the Children’s
Department at 967-3670.
A free eight-week series perfect for kids ages 4-7. Stories and read-alouds on our picnic blankets are all part of this half-hour weekly event. Bring a bag lunch to enjoy while you listen to the stories. No registration is required.
For more information contact the Children's Dept at 967-3670.
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.
Bring in baby for twenty minutes of sweet stories, rollicking rhymes, and merry music. Stay for playtime and pizza afterwards. We'll provide toys for baby and pizza for the adults. Perfect for babies birth-24 months and their parents/caregivers.
A free three-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.
Signup for this free club begins on Monday September 29. For more information contact the Children's Dept at 967-3670.
Kaboom!! She blinded me with science! Join scientist/teacher Cindy Duckert and find out what happens when we combine elements of fun with science and wild experimentation. This workshop is perfect for inquisitive budding mad scientists in grades 2-5. Co-sponsored with the Weis Earth Science Museum. Registration for this free workshop begins Monday, September 29. For more information, please contact the Children's Dept at 967-3670.
If you are fuming at Vista or completely confused by what is supposed to be improvement, you are not alone. Join us for a class where we discuss the good sides of Vista, including some features you may not know about but will love.
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.
Kids in grades 3-5 are invited to sign-up for a free newsletter podcasting club beginning on Monday September
29. Club members will create the first ever kids-podcast
newsletter for Menasha. Participants
will write and tell stories, jokes, news and fun as well as learn how to record
the podcast and start planning future web issues.
Stories, songs, and fun are all part of this half-hour weekly event, as well as antics with our
favorite dog, Mopsy. This free unregistered program is perfect for children from birth through age six and their caring adult as well as families enrolled in 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program . For additional information, contact the Children’s
Department at 967-3670.
Lucky You by Carl Hiaasen. See Lite Lit Book Club under Books, DVDs, & More for full details
Caterpillar Club Lunch Bunch
A free eight-week series perfect for kids ages 4-7. Stories and read-alouds on our picnic blankets are all part of this half-hour weekly event. Bring a bag lunch to enjoy while you listen to stories. No registration is required.
For more information, contact the Children's Dept at 967-3670.
Bring in baby for twenty minutes of sweet stories, rollicking rhymes, and merry music. Stay for playtime and pizza afterwards. We'll provide toys for baby and pizza for adults. Perfect for babies birth-24 months and their parents/caregivers.
Children and families are invited to this cartoon DVD debut with those lovable Veggie Tale characters who are on the high seas adventuring as . . .pirates?!?! Larry the Cucumber, Mr. Lunt, and Pa Grape find themselves on the ride of their lives when they are mysteriously whisked back to the time when pirates ruled the high seas. You'll never look at cheese curls the same after this movie!!
Do you already have some familiarity with previous versions of Microsoft Word, but want to know more about 2007? This class is for you!
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 Activity Room.
Free! Registration required. Please call the Reference Desk at 967-3690 for more information
A free three-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.
Signup for this free club begins on Monday September 29. For more information contact the Children's Dept at 967-3670.
Kaboom!! She blinded me with science! Join scientist/teacher Cindy Duckert and find out what happens when we combine elements of fun with science and wild experimentation. This workshop is perfect for inquisitive budding mad scientists in grades 2-5. Co-sponsored with the Weis Earth Science Museum. Registration for this free workshop begins Monday, September 29. For further information, please contact the Children's Dept 967-3670.
Library Board Meeting
Usually runs approximately one hour. Public welcome. Board agendas and minutes are available online.
It's time for your favorite animal to spend an overnight sleepover at the library! Bring your favorite cuddly animal and join us for some stories on Friday afternoon. You'll help tuck them in, kiss them goodbye, and then their sleepover will start.
Grades 3-6 Kids' Book Club Meets
Stories, songs, and fun are all part of this half-hour weekly event, as well as antics with our
favorite dog, Mopsy. This free unregistered program is perfect for children from birth through age six and their caring adult as well as families enrolled in 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program . For additional information, contact the Children’s Department at 967-3670.
Monkeewrench by P. J. Tracy. See Mystery Readers under Books, DVDs, & More for full details.
