Read, Discover, Connect, Enrich
JULY 30, 2010
Another Beautiful Day in Two Rivers
Good morning Two Rivers
A little over half-way through documenting this view of the Lester Public Library each morning for one year. Please follow this
LINK to view the entire set to date. For maximum enjoyment of the project, once on the flickr set, click on 'view as slideshow' in the upper right hand side.
Categories: Community Interest,
Tourism,
Library Services
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JULY 29, 2010
Lester Public Library Online
Categories: Library Advocacy,
Internet,
Library Resources
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JULY 28, 2010
Try some Sci-Fi, the Recluce Series...
Categories: Science Fiction,
Readers Advisory,
Library Services
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JULY 27, 2010
What's in a name?
Categories: Adult Programming,
Library Events,
Community Interest
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JULY 26, 2010
New Titles for August
Categories: New Books,
Library Resources,
Library Services
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JULY 23, 2010
Rotary Lobsterfest
Categories: Community Interest,
Rotary,
Two Rivers Information
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JULY 22, 2010
Wednesday Summer Reading Programs
Yesterday's 'Hands on Water Science' was fun for everyone involved (check out these
PHOTOS).
Our Wednesday lineup for the rest of the summer:
Wednesday, August 4 1:30 PM Join us for an afternoon of “Fishtank Tales” with Hands 2 Grow Puppets. Hands 2 Grow Puppets use Muppet-style puppetry to share its unique message. The performance will include a variety of puppets performing songs and skits as well as audience participation. Hands 2 Grow Puppets will delight audiences of all ages, no registration required.
Wednesday, August 11 1:30 PM
Join us outside the library for an afternoon of wet and wild fun. Wear your swimsuits and grab your towels for an afternoon of wet and wild fun! Join us for a variety of games and activities outside the library guaranteed to get you wet. This program is geared for school-aged children, no registration is required. In the case of rain, this program will be canceled.
Wednesday, August 18 1:00-4:00 PM
Save your book bucks to use at the carnival! Giant inflatables, games, crafts, snacks and more! Tickets will also be available for $.25 each or 5 for $1.00.
Categories: Children Programming,
Summer Reading,
Library Events
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JULY 21, 2010
Two New Self-Check Machines
Lester Public Library has installed two new self-check out machines, one by the front door and one in Youth Services. Please give them a try. Don't be shy, staff are ready willing and able to assist you!
Categories: Library Information,
Library Services,
Library Resources
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JULY 20, 2010
Maxwell Street Day and Community Care Day
Categories: Community Interest,
Tourism,
Two Rivers Information
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JULY 19, 2010
LPL Book Discussion for August
Categories: Book Discussion Groups,
Adult Programming,
Library Events
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JULY 16, 2010
Strictly Fiction Book Club - August Selection
Categories: Book Discussion Groups,
Library Events,
Library Information
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JULY 15, 2010
Photos from Professor Oops' Library Visit
Professor Oops held our attention yesterday... take look yourself by following this
LINK.
Categories: Children Programming,
Summer Reading,
Library Events
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JULY 14, 2010
Professor Oops' Water's Wonders!
TODAY!!! Wednesday, July 14 1:30 PM
Join us for a terrific, scientific exploration concerning the most common, mysterious & unique substance on the planet—WATER, and its intimate relations to all living things. This is a highly participatory program with lots of fun for the whole family. No registration required.
Categories: Children Programming,
Summer Reading,
Library Events
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JULY 13, 2010
Story Circles - Schedule
Categories: Adult Programming,
Library Events,
Community Interest
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JULY 12, 2010
4th Annual Fishing Fantasy Parade - Friday
The 4th annual Fishing Fantasy Parade kicks off the Kiwanis Fishing Derby. The parade begins at 6:00 PM and runs from !7th and East Street to Zlatnik and on to Walsh Field.
Please follow this
LINK to view photos from the 2009 Fishing Fantasy Parade.
Categories: Community Interest,
Two Rivers Information,
Tourism
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JULY 9, 2010
Fangs Reading Club
Monday, June 28 - Saturday, July 31
In addition to the library’s reading program you can also participate in Fang’s Reading Club. During the month of July, earn a free ticket to the Sunday, August 15 1:05 PM Timber Rattlers Baseball Game. Keep track of the time you read and make your way around the bases earning prizes along the way. Hit a home run by reading 8 hours and a free ticket is yours! Sign up at the Youth Desk beginning Monday, June 28. This program runs until Saturday, July 31. Those participating in the program will receive a free ticket and will also be given the chance to purchase additional tickets at $6.50 a ticket. This program is for students entering K- 5th.
Categories: Children Programming,
LPL Contests,
Summer Reading
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JULY 8, 2010
Vintage Matchbook Collection @ LPL
Visit Lester Public Library to see this unique matchbook collection; vintage matchbooks from Manitowoc County and beyond.
To view more photos, please follow this
LINK.
Categories: Library Displays,
Manitowoc County,
Two Rivers Information
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JULY 7, 2010
Edible Fear Factor - Thursday
Edible Fear Factor - Seafood Edition
Thursday, July 8 2:30 PM - How’s your stomach? Do you think you could eat Sardines? Anchovies? Could you drink a glass of clam juice? How about chocolate covered tuna? Come compete with other teens in 6th-12th grade in the library’s Edible Fear Factor: Seafood Edition—I Dare You! Prizes will be awarded to the teen that can eat (and keep down) anything. Please register by stopping by the Youth Desk.
Check out the 2008 competition by following this LINK.
Categories: Library Events,
Teens @ LPL,
Summer Reading
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JULY 6, 2010
The Fourth in Two Rivers, in case you weren't here...
From the beach to Walsh Field fireworks, a great day in Two Rivers, Wisconsin!
Please follow this
LINK for more photos.
Categories: Community Interest,
Two Rivers Information,
Tourism
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JULY 2, 2010
No Internet Access Wednesday, July 7th
Categories: Library Information,
Internet,
Library Resources
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JULY 1, 2010
LPL Tops Services Ratings Chart!
Thank you Two Rivers for your vote of confidence and satisfaction with
Lester Public Library!
Categories: Community Interest,
Two Rivers Information,
Library Advocacy
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