Read, Discover, Connect, Enrich
FEBRUARY 29, 2008
The Next Step in Life
A good turnout for the Next Step in Life program.
Join us again Thursday March 6, 11 AM and 3 PM
Join special guests Anita Bachtel from The Wyngaard Law Office and Bruce Bitter from O’Malley & Associates for an informational seminar about planning for the next step in life. Learn more about:
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Wills and why they may not work for you after 65 years of age;
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Trusts and how to avoid probate and protect assets for the later years;
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Retitle Assets and how to get them out of your estate;
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Care Planning and how it protects your assets should you need skilled care;
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Long Term Care Protection and what you may not have heard;
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The “5 year Look Back period” and what that means for you and your family;
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Title 19 Nursing Home Care and the real facts about access and coverage.
This seminar is intended solely for the purpose of understanding these issues, there is no charge for any consultations. Bring all of your questions and a friend! Please register at the Reference Desk by calling 793-7114. Please note that last minute drop-ins are always welcome.
Resources at Lester Public Library in support of this program:
Categories: Adult Programming,
Community Interest,
Library Resources
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FEBRUARY 29, 2008
William F. Buckley, Jr.
Category: Readers Advisory
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FEBRUARY 28, 2008
Library Wish List
Every library has a wish list; here are some of Lester Public Library's:
Sponsor a Summer Reading Program Performer
average cost $400.00
Nintendo GameCube and Wii Games
Teen rated or lower.
Cases of Soda for Teen Programs
Mountain Dew & Coke are favorites.
Book Display Easels
Large: $1.29
Small: $1.14
Display Sign Holders: $11.79
Laminating Film $31.64
Ellison Die Cuts
Lollipop Shadow Alphabet Set
Upper Case: $595
Lower Case: $585
Apple: $40
Holiday Basics XL: $140
Book: $45
New 2008 World Book Encyclopedia Set: $1000
Stop by the Reference Desk for more information about donating to the Lester Public Library.
920-793-8888
Lester Public Library
1001 Adams Street
Two Rivers, Wisconsin 54241
Categories: Library Advocacy,
Friends of LPL,
Donations
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FEBRUARY 27, 2008
The Home Front: Manitowoc County in World War II
The Home Front: Manitowoc County in World War II is a digital collection of photographic images, oral histories, published sources and documents, artifacts, and other resources which help to document and explain the history of Manitowoc County, Wisconsin during the period from 1939 to 1947—both the more universally shared home front experiences and activities as they played out in this specific county, and those more unique activities which especially defined the area during the War.
If you or your business have documents to add to the Home Front project please contact the Reference Desks of the Lester Public Library, Two Rivers, or Manitowoc Public Library, Manitowoc.
View the project to date by following this link:
http://digital.library.wisc.edu/1711.dl/WI.HomeFront
Categories: Digital Collection,
Manitowoc County,
Community Interest
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FEBRUARY 26, 2008
Online Catalog Tip
When using the Library's online catalog, your User ID is the number on the back of your library card (no spaces) and the PIN number is the last four digits of your home phone number. Also, when placing books on hold, be sure you set the correct pickup library BEFORE you hit OK.
Categories: Library Resources,
Information Access,
Library Instruction
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FEBRUARY 26, 2008
David Weber
Categories: Readers Advisory,
Science Fiction,
Series
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FEBRUARY 25, 2008
Story Time at LPL!
Polar Bears!
This week’s theme for LPL Story Times is Polar Bears!
Join us for songs, crafts and stories for children infant through first grade. Tuesday at 10:00 AM and Wednesday at 6:30 PM.
No registration required and all are welcome!
Call 793-7116 for more information.
Categories: Early Literacy,
Children Programming,
Storytime
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FEBRUARY 22, 2008
Celebrating Lester Bentley
Beginning in March 2007, the Lester Public Library and the Lester Bentley Committee of the Two Rivers Historical Society embarked on a one year collaborative project. In June 2006 the Two Rivers Historical Society purchased the Frick Collection of paintings, prints, photographs, and memorabilia of local artist Lester W. Bentley (1908-1972). Looking for a venue to display the collection, members of the Bentley Committee approached the Lester Public Library. The Library agreed to display one new work each month for a year. You might have seen them hanging above the fireplace if you visited the library this year.
The project culminates by celebrating what would have been Bentley's 100th birthday at the Two Rivers Hamilton Community House, Saturday March 29th, 7:30 pm. The Appleton MacDowell Male Chorus will perform; during intermission Ray Kessenich will introduce the crowd to Lester Bentley and a display of his art. After the performance join the MacDowell Chorus in a sing along of Bentley’s favorite tunes. Tickets are $10.00 and available at the Hamilton Community House and the Washington House, 1622 Jefferson Street, Two Rivers.
Categories: Community Interest,
Lester Bentley,
Two Rivers Information
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FEBRUARY 21, 2008
Lunar Eclipse - February 20, 2008
Last night, a full moon with a total lunar eclipse thrown in for good measure!
For more photos visit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lesterpubliclibrary/sets/72157603954438473/
Categories: Two Rivers Information,
Tourism
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FEBRUARY 20, 2008
Another Teen Late Night Coming Up!
TEENS - Join us for an after-hours evening at the library.
Computers, video games, snacks and hanging out with friends. Participants must be on time and stay for the entire evening.
All participants must have a permission slip to attend the late night. Slips may be picked up at the youth desk the week before. Only 45 spots available! Only one permission slip given to each teen.
Emergency number during the late night: (920) 793-7116
Categories: Teens @ LPL,
After Hours,
Library Events
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FEBRUARY 20, 2008
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
The next LPL Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting is slated for Monday, March 17 at 6:00 PM.
TAB is made up of 6th-12th graders who help to choose books, music, movies, computer games, magazines, etc... for the Young Adult area of the library.
TAB also assists in the planning of programs for teens including the summer reading program.
Teens interested in joining TAB should contact Terry at (920) 793-7116
Categories: Teens @ LPL,
Library Events
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FEBRUARY 17, 2008
Anne DeSwarte Early Literacy Center
Visit Lester Public Library's new Anne DeSwarte Early Literacy Center. Books, brochures, games and more; encourage reading young and often!
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Library Displays,
Early Literacy
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FEBRUARY 16, 2008
Chocolate Olympics
Categories: Library Events,
Teens @ LPL
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FEBRUARY 14, 2008
HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!
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FEBRUARY 13, 2008
Scrapbook Work Night
Friday, February 15 6:00-Midnight
Bring your scrapbooks and supplies and join us for a fun evening on our big tables! No distractions to keep you from getting pages done, room to really spread out, and a chance to meet with other scrapers. Share tools, ideas and more! Space is limited to make sure everyone has enough room to work - only 12 spots available.
Register by calling the Reference Desk at 793-7114.
Categories: After Hours,
Adult Programming,
Library Events
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FEBRUARY 12, 2008
The Next Step in Life
Join us as we explore options for our financial future.
Categories: Adult Programming,
Business Programming,
Library Events
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FEBRUARY 11, 2008
Staff Appreciation Dinner
Saturday February 9, 2008 - LPL staff were served salad, home made lasagna and treated to a sundae bar (after all, Two Rivers is the home of the Ice Cream Sundae!) and then took turns on the new Wii.
It is not often enough we recognize the contributions of our amazing staff. Thanks again everybody for making LPL an outstanding public library and a great place to work!
Categories: Library Advocacy,
Library Staff
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FEBRUARY 8, 2008
Teen Chocolate Olympics
Chocolate Olympics
Monday, February 18th - starting at 6:00 pm.
Attention 6th through 12th Graders!
Join us for an evening of all things chocolate-ty!
Relay races, pudding pie eating contests, M&M sorting, trivia and more.
Bring a freind and a big chocolate appetite.
Categories: Teens @ LPL,
Library Events
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FEBRUARY 7, 2008
Daily View from Lester Public Library!
Join us online as we document the view from Youth Services on a daily basis!
Here is how we started:
Peek in every day by following this link:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/lesterpubliclibrary/sets/72157603831234850/
Categories: Library Advocacy,
Library Displays,
Library Events
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FEBRUARY 6, 2008
Card-making Class
Categories: Adult Programming,
Classes,
Library Events
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FEBRUARY 5, 2008
Cookies @ the Library
C is for Cookie!
Saturday, February 16 10:30 AM
If you love cookies, you’ll love this program! Stories, songs, games, crafts and more. We’ll be playing cookie bingo, making a cookie magnet, and best of all decorating your own cookie to eat. Fun for the whole family.
Categories: Children Programming,
Family Programming,
Library Events
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FEBRUARY 4, 2008
Another Teen Late Night in the Books
Last Friday night LPL hosted a Teen Late Night - a success, we broke out the new Wii, played games on computers, gossiped, and even played Sorry!
Categories: Teens @ LPL,
Library Events
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FEBRUARY 1, 2008
Energy Conservation
Energy Conservation
Tuesday, March 4 6:00 PM
Lester Public Library in cooperation with Two Rivers Water and Light and Wisconsin Public Power will present a free seminar on Energy Conservation. Two Rivers Water and Light residential programs and Focus on Energy residential programs will be discussed with a question and answer session to follow. Door prizes and refreshments provided.
Categories: Library Events,
Community Interest,
Two Rivers Information
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