December 2007
Menasha Readers - December 2007
Director's Note
As this year comes to an end, I hope you had a wonderful year. I also hope it was filled with moments here at the library. Making memories with your children is so very important, and many of my childhood memories are of the small public library I grew up using. You can build memories with your children in libraries as well. Come together and pick out books to share. Even children who can read on their own appreciate sharing a book with someone, especially if it is one that can make you laugh out loud. Don't have children to bring? Well, come and make some memories of your own. Learn a new craft, attend a movie or music program, or just come and spend some needed quiet time on your own free from the hustle and bustle of the season. Your library is here for you. Let's make memories together!
Music in the Library
Join us for a Christmas Piano Concert by local musician and recording artist, Amy Danke on Tuesday, December 4th, 7:00-8:00 pm. The concert will be held at the Fireplace Lounge on the main floor. Enjoy a free program with refreshments.
Plan on heading to the library on Monday, January 7th for Swing into the New Year. The Neenah Ambassadors Dance Band will be joined by a swing dance demonstration by the Fox Valley Dance Studio from 7:00-8:00 pm. The concert will be held in the Company E Room in the Lower Level of the library. The program is free and refreshments will be served.
Sarah Loescher Dollhouse Debut and Tea Party
Tuesday, Dec. 4, 6:30-7:00 p.m.
Join Mary Cottrell ("Miss Mary" from Barnes & Noble) as we celebrate the annual holiday opening of the Sarah Loescher Dollhous. This eight room dollhouse, donated to the library in 1988 by the Loescher family, is full of miniature furniture collected by Ms. Loescher during her lifetime. The dollhouse, built by her son Richard in the style of a Beacon Hill Boston row house, is a marvel of miniaturization. Three of Sarah's grandchildren (including Miss Mary!) helped with the cutting and installation of the bricks and shingles which were installed one at a time. Miss Mary will share the story of her grandmother's dollhouse as well as a holiday tale or two. Tea party refreshments will complete this charming program. The dollhouse will remain on display through the first week in January.
Movies in the Library
Wednesday, December 5th, 6:00 - Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End
Wednesday, December 12th, 6:30 - The Bourne Ultimatum
Holiday Party!
Join us for a special seasonal party and help celebrate the holidays with stories, games, treats, and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Santa on Saturday, December 15, 1:30-1:45 pm. Kids up to the age of 9, please bring a personal hygiene item or non-perishable food item. Donations will go towards the Neenah-Menasha Red Cross emergency food pantry. Co-sponsored by the Neenah-Menasha Red Cross Youth Committee
Computer Classes - Company E. Room, Lower Level
Registration Required: sign up at the Reference Desk or call 967-3690
Dec. 4th, 2:30-3:30 pm - "Tuesday TechTalk"
Wed., Dec. 5th, 10-11 am - "E-mail"
Dec. 11th, 10:30-11:30 am- "Tuesday TechTalk"
Wed., Dec. 12th, 10-11 am - "Intro. to the Internet"
Dec., 18th, 2:30-3:30 pm - "Tuesday TechTalk"
Wed., Dec. 19th, 10-11 am - "Online Catalog"
Tech Talk - Are you a novice computer user with a lot of questions? Then join this informal discussion group where we talk about whatever (digital) is on your mind, including the Internet, Microsoft Office, printing, free email, wireless access, our new website, the catalog, etc.!
Harry Potter Film Festival
Celebrate Potter during the holiday school break!
Wednesday, December 26 - Harry Potter and the Sorceror's Stone
Thursday, December 27 - Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Friday, December 28 - Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Saturday, December 29: Double Feature!: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire followed by Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.
These free events feature a bit of trivia, some popcorn and a chance for fans to watch all five films over the course of four days.
Harry Potter Party
Children of all ages are invited to enjoy a Harry Potter as part of our Film Festival series on Saturday December 29, 11:00 am-noon. Come dressed as your favorite character and enjoy Hogwarts classes, a small feast, prizes and fun based on the Harry Potter books.
Holiday Hours
December 24th and 25th - CLOSED
December 31st - 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
January 1st - CLOSED