Read, Discover, Connect, Enrich
JULY 31, 2009
Sixth annual Mariners Trail-a-Thon, Saturday, August 8
The Friends of Mariners Trail are pleased to announce the sixth annual Mariners Trail-a-Thon coming Saturday, August 8. Please join us as we present a trail walk along the shores of Lake Michigan and a radio auction of great items that were donated by local businesses. Enjoy food and refreshments along the jewel of the lakeshore - Mariners Trail.
Last year, there were more than 100 walkers, had a great radio auction, made more people aware of the trail, and raised several thousand dollars, with every dollar going back into Mariners Trail promotion and improvements.
Categories: Community Interest,
Two Rivers Information,
Tourism
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JULY 30, 2009
Strictly Fiction Book Club
| Monday, August 3 7:00 PM |
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| Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler (Science Fiction) The time is 2025. The place is California, where small walled communities must protect themselves from hordes of desperate scavengers and roaming bands of "Paints," people addicted to a drug that activates an orgasmic desire to burn, rape and murder. Forced to flee empath Lauren Olamina--who can feel the pain of others and is crippled by it--becomes a prophet carrying the hope of a new world and a new faith christened "Earthseed." |
Categories: Book Discussion Groups,
Adult Programming,
Library Events
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JULY 29, 2009
Rogers Street Days 2009 August 7th and 8th
Rogers Street Fishing Village, Two Rivers,
A museum fundraiser and community celebration featuring live music, smelt, burgers, brats, beverages, crawfish (on Saturday), kayak parade and games for kids
Museum admission FREE on Sat from noon to 4pm. 793-5905
http://www.rogersstreet.com/
Categories: Community Interest,
Two Rivers Information,
Tourism
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JULY 28, 2009
Teen Survivor Night 2009
Thursday, August 13 8:00 PM
Can you survive a night in the library? Compete with other 6th-12th graders in a variety of challenges to become Lester Public Library’s Survivor Champion. There will be only one winner. No registration required, snacks and soda provided. This program will be over by approximately 9:30 PM.
Categories: After Hours,
Teens @ LPL,
Summer Reading
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JULY 27, 2009
West of the Lake Gardens 75th Anniversary
Ruth West began in 1934 to turn a barren strip of land consisting of 6½ acres on the shores of Lake Michigan into what is now the West of the Lake Gardens.
The gardens now are owned and operated by the Ruth St. John and John Dunham West Foundation Inc. It is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week through mid-October. There is no fee for admission. For information, call (920) 684-8506 or (920) 684-6110 and visit their web site: http://westofthelake.org/
Please follow this link for more photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lesterpubliclibrary/sets/72157621830822954/
Categories: Community Interest,
Manitowoc County,
Gardens
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JULY 24, 2009
Community Care Day - August 7th
Community Care Day is a day in Central Park dedicated to presenting a closer look at the groups and organizations that provide health, safety and service to the community.
FRIDAY August 7, 2009
From 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Stop downtown in Central park to visit and learn about:
Two Rivers Police Department
Two Rivers Fire Department
Two Rivers Electric Department
Lester Public Library
Manitowoc County Sheriff's Department
Lakeshore Triad
Aurora Hospital
Holy Family Hospital
The Retired Enlisted Association
Two Rivers Lions Club
Sexual Assault Resource Center
Wisteria Haus
Harmony Living Centers of Two Rivers
Friends of the Two Rivers Senior Center
United Way of Manitowoc County
Categories: Community Interest,
Two Rivers Information,
Tourism
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JULY 23, 2009
Wii Mario & Sonic @ the Olympics
Friday, August 14 & 21 1:00 PM
Archery, Running, Diving, Ping Pong and more! Compete against other teens for a chance to become an Olympic champion.
Be there August 14 to qualify for your event. Compete in as many events as you like. Final competitions will be held on August 21.
Open to all teens in 6th-12th grade. Snacks provided. Participants are welcome to bring their own Wii remotes. You must attend both days in order to compete.
Categories: Summer Reading,
Teens @ LPL,
Video Games
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JULY 22, 2009
Creativity Station
Stop by the creativity station located in the youth room all summer long. A different project will be available to try each week—no matter when you visit the library. Fun for the whole family! This week's theme: Sun Pictures!
Categories: Children Programming,
Summer Reading,
Family Programming
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JULY 21, 2009
New Titles Coming in August
Categories: Readers Advisory,
New Books,
Library Information
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JULY 20, 2009
Two Rivers Fantasy Fish Parade
View some good family fun at the annual Fantasy Fish Parade in Two Rivers!
Please follow this link to view more photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lesterpubliclibrary/sets/72157621612151112/
Categories: Americana,
Community Interest,
Tourism
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JULY 17, 2009
Reader Recommendation
Readers, share your favorites with the entire Two Rivers community!
This is a popular summer reading display at your Lester Public Library. Stop by today and check it out!
Categories: Adult Programming,
Library Displays,
Readers Advisory
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JULY 16, 2009
Fangs Reading Club 2009
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 Thursday, August 20 7:05 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 29. This programs runs until Saturday, August 1.
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,
Library Advocacy,
Baseball
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JULY 15, 2009
Backwoods Buttercup, July 29th
Categories: Children Programming,
Family Programming,
Summer Reading
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JULY 14, 2009
Teens - Sign up for the Battle of the Books
Join the Lester Public Library’s Battle of the Books Team! Battle of the Books is a trivia style tournament based on 8 young adult books.
Our library’s team will compete against the Manitowoc, New Holstein, Chilton, Brillion and Kiel libraries. Each team consists of 8 7th-12th graders who work together to answer trivia questions based on the 8 titles below:
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Traitor by Gudrun Pausewang
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Emperors of the Ice by Richard Farrar
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Notes From a Midnight Driver
by Jordan Sonnblick
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Oddest of All by Bruce Coville
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The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman
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Generation Dead by Daniel Waters
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The Plain Janes by Cecil Castellucci
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The Trouble Begins at 8 by Sid Fleischman
This year’s battle will be held on Wednesday, September 9 at 6:30 PM at Silver Lake College. All teams are invited to enjoy pizza and soda at the end of the battle. Each team member will also receive a t-shirt to wear the night of the Battle. To become a member of LPL’s team, talk to Terry at (920) 793-7116.
Categories: Teens @ LPL,
Library Events,
Readers Advisory
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JULY 13, 2009
Fish Fantasy Parade, Friday July 17th!
17th Street to the Lake front downt Zlatnik Dr. to 22nd Street, sponsored by Two Rivers Optimist Club, 901-9284, 6 pm,
Categories: Community Interest,
Two Rivers Information,
Tourism
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JULY 10, 2009
Carson Kugler
Categories: Children Programming,
Summer Reading,
Library Events
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JULY 9, 2009
YouTube Film Festival
Categories: Teens @ LPL,
Social Software,
Summer Reading
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JULY 8, 2009
Theatre Games
Categories: Children Programming,
Summer Reading,
Family Programming
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JULY 7, 2009
Ninendo DS Pokemon Tournament
Categories: Teens @ LPL,
Summer Reading,
Library Events
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JULY 6, 2009
Art in a Suitcase
Categories: Children Programming,
Library Events,
Summer Reading
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JULY 2, 2009
Hometown Stories - Manitowoc/Two Rivers
Don't miss this wonderful, historical view of Manitowoc/Two Rivers, from Native Americans to Mirro. Premiers Monday, July 6, 2009 at 8 PM on Wisconsin Public Television.
Please follow this link for more information and a sneak peak: http://www.wisconsinstories.org/manitowoc/
Categories: Community Interest,
Manitowoc County,
Two Rivers Information
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JULY 2, 2009
TODAY! Henna Tattoos @ 2 PM
Categories: Teens @ LPL,
Summer Reading,
Library Events
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JULY 1, 2009
Be a Fan of LPL on facebook
We have moved our facebook group to a fan page.
Please consider being a fan of Lester Public Library on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Two-Rivers-WI/Lester-Public-Library/112720507432
Categories: Social Software,
Library Advocacy,
Library Services
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