JUNE 30, 2008
Incentives for Adults!
Summer Reading incentives are not just for kids!
There is still time to sign up for the Adults- Buzz Off! I'm Reading - is still going strong with two months left.
Write your first review and receive a bobble bee pen! For every review you write, we put your name in for our weekly drawing of gift cards and a chance at our grand prize - $100.00 gasoline gift card!
Categories: Adult Programming,
LPL Contests,
Summer Reading
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JUNE 27, 2008
Henna Tattoos
Thursday, July 10 2:00 PM
Registration required.
Back by popular demand, artist Amy Wilde will once again be demonstrating the art of temporary henna tattoos. Amy will draw one for you, or you can do one on yourself or friends. Open to all teens in 6th-12th grade.
Categories: Teens @ LPL,
Library Events,
Summer Reading
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JUNE 26, 2008
Cool City Classic Car Cruise this Friday
Cool City Classic Car Cruise travels through Manitowoc and Two Rivers. Cruise leaves Silver Creek Park in Manitowoc and ends at Neshotah Park in Two Rivers, nearly 400 cars participated in this cruise in 2007.
Cruisers assemble at Silver Creek Park beginning at 4 pm and the cruise leaves at 6 pm. Entertainment, food and refreshments available in Neshotah Park, 794-1351 or 794-1482, www.trmainstreet.org
Categories: Community Interest,
Two Rivers Information,
Tourism
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JUNE 25, 2008
Sundae Thursday - Tomorrow!
Celebrate the Birthplace of the Ice Cream Sundae in beautiful downtown Two Rivers, Wisconsin!
Ice Cream Sundae Thursday in Central Park
June 26
Coldstone Creamery Sundaes ~ 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Daisy's Clown Patch Show ~ 5:30 in the Bandshell
Children's Sundae Eating Contest ~ 6:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Two Rivers Municipal Band Concert ~ 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Please follow this link for more information: http://www.tworiverseconomicdevelopment.org/relocation/history-sundae.htm
Categories: Two Rivers Information,
Community Interest,
Tourism
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JUNE 24, 2008
Creepy, Crawly Critters!
Wednesday, June 25 1:30 PM
Go on an insect safari and meet some critters from Woodland Dunes Nature Center. During this program you will have some close encounters and learn why insects and other animals are important for a healthy planet. Weather pending, part of the program will take place outside. No registration required.
Categories: Family Programming,
Children Programming,
Summer Reading
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JUNE 23, 2008
2008 Cool City Classic Car Show
It begins on Friday evening with a cruise ending at Neshotah Park, Two Rivers, Wisconsin.
Cool City Classic Car Show
Saturday June 28, 2008
9 AM - 5 PM - Washington Street
downtown Two Rivers, Wisconsin
For more information please call:
Rick & Colleen Inman 794-1351
or the Two Rivers Main Street office:
794-1482
Entertainment by Advanced Entertainment DJ
Categories: Tourism,
Two Rivers Information,
Community Interest
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JUNE 23, 2008
Two Rivers Polar Bear Baseball
There are still four home games left for Polar Bears baseball at Walsh Field in Two Rivers, Wisconsin. Not a bad way to spend a summer evening!
Categories: Local Events,
Two Rivers Information,
Community Interest
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JUNE 20, 2008
Truly Remarkable Loon, Coming Soon!
Wednesday, July 16 6:00 PM
Come be amazed by comedy juggler Truly Remarkable Loon! Balls, bean bags, clubs, flaming torches—there isn’t much that Loon can’t handle. Plenty of laughter, audience participation and fun for the whole family; this program will be held outdoors on the library’s front lawn so bring your lawn chairs and blankets! In the case of rain, this program will be moved indoors.
Immediately following the program, the Two Rivers Recreation Department will host a Kid’s Night with fun games, music and prizes.
No registration required
Categories: Family Programming,
Children Programming,
Summer Reading
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JUNE 20, 2008
Edible Fear Factor - Hilarious!!!
Yesterday Lester Public Library hosted the Edible Fear Factor program for teens. A ton of fun and nobody lost their lunch!
Please follow this link for more photos:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/lesterpubliclibrary/sets/72157605706899166/
Categories: LPL Contests,
Teens @ LPL,
Summer Reading
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JUNE 19, 2008
Summer Reading = Summer Fun!
Summer Reading is well under way at Lester Public Library - there is still plenty of time to sign up for summer incentives and fun, for kids and adults alike!
Over 60 people participated in yesterday's Bug Stamp program!
For more Lester Public Library Summer Reading 2008 photos, please follow this link:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/lesterpubliclibrary/sets/72157605044879636/
Categories: Family Programming,
Children Programming,
Summer Reading
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JUNE 18, 2008
Edible Fear Factor TOMORROW!!
Thursday, June 19th at 1:00 pm!
Registration required.
How’s your stomach? Do you think you could eat Sardines? Jell-O & ketchup? Could you drink a glass of clam juice? How about a chocolate covered cricket or a sour cream and onion meal worm? Come compete with other teens in 6th-12th grade in the library’s Edible Fear Factor—I Dare You! Prizes for the teens who can eat anything.
Categories: Teens @ LPL,
Summer Reading,
Library Events
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JUNE 18, 2008
Coming Soon in July!
Coming in July - place your holds soon!
Categories: Library Advocacy,
Library Displays,
Summer Reading
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JUNE 17, 2008
Hey Kids, Read Off Your Fines!!!
That's right, use your Book Bucks to pay off fines! It is easy and you GET to read a great book!
Categories: Summer Reading,
Children Programming,
Teens @ LPL
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JUNE 17, 2008
Don't Miss Fourth of July Fireworks at Walsh Field!
Fireworks at dusk, Walsh Field, Two Rivers, Wisconsin. Friday, July 4, 2008.
Always a great show!
Categories: Community Interest,
Two Rivers Information,
Tourism
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JUNE 16, 2008
Create a Bug Contest at Lester Public Library
Categories: LPL Contests,
Children Programming,
Summer Reading
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JUNE 13, 2008
Summer Story Times Begin June 17th!!!
Stories, songs, crafts and more for children infant through 1st grade. No registration required, all are welcome. Call 793-7116 for more information.
Tuesdays 10:00 AM
Wednesdays 6:30 PM
Here is the line-up:
June 17 & 18: Wiggly Worms
June 24 & 25: Ladybug, LadybugJuly 1 & 2: Crazy Caterpillars
July 8 & 9: Beautiful Fliers
July 15: Buzzing Bumblebees - w/Barry Pankratz & his bees!
July 22 & 23: Backyard Safari
July 29 & 30: Beetle Bop August 5 & 6: Shoo Fly
August 12 & 13: Firefly Magic
August 19: Kindermusik w/ special guest Leslie Edwards
Categories: Children Programming,
Storytime,
Summer Reading
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JUNE 12, 2008
Great Fun with Tom Pease!!!
Tom Pease performed in Lester Public Library's front yard yesterday!
Over 300 kids, parents and librarians participated by singing, clapping and yes, showing off their belly buttons!
For more photos of Lester Public Library's Summer Reading Programs please follow this link:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/lesterpubliclibrary/sets/72157605044879636/
Categories: Family Programming,
Children Programming,
Summer Reading
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JUNE 11, 2008
Thunder on the Lakeshore
The summer season for fantastic events in Manitowoc County is well under way!
Last weekend was 'Thunder on the Lakeshore' airshow held at the Manitowoc County Airport. Even though the two-day event was shortened due to fog on Sunday, the show on Saturday was amazing!
For more photos, please follow this link: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lesterpubliclibrary/sets/72157605547036257/
Categories: Manitowoc County,
Community Interest,
Tourism
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JUNE 10, 2008
Thanks to Local Businesses!
Our Summer Reading Program is enhanced by sponsors providing prizes for our young readers. A big thank you for being a part of our exciting summer line-up!
Categories: Children Programming,
Summer Reading,
Community Interest
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JUNE 9, 2008
Butterfly Gardening this Thursday!
Thursday, June 12, 1:00 PM
Join "Butterfly Lady" Ann Shebesta for an informative program about how to raise Monarch butterflies and what plants will encourage them to visit your yard. Suitable for both children and adults wanting to learn more about butterflies and butterfly gardening.
Categories: Adult Programming,
Gardens,
Family Programming
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JUNE 6, 2008
Reader's Recommendations
Discover how Two Rivers readers rate the books they have read!
Everyone can participate; forms are at the Reference Desk.
Write a two line review of the book you just completed reading, rate it and turn in the slip. For each review turned in your name is entered for prize drawings.
Your ratings and reviews of favorite (and not-so-favorite) will be on display to share with all Two Rivers readers!
At stake - a $100.00 gasoline gift card!
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Library Displays,
Summer Reading
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JUNE 5, 2008
Friends of Lester Public Library Book Sale!
June 5, 6, 7, 2008
Great deals on books, movies, magazines, and some special surprises! Stop in and BUY BOOKS!
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Library Events,
Friends of LPL
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JUNE 5, 2008
Cool City Classic Car Show
Saturday June 28, 2008 9 AM - 5 PM rain or shine on Washington Street downtown Two Rivers!
For more information please call:
Event Chairpersons: Rick & Colleen Inman 794-1351
or the Two Rivers Main Street office: 794-1482
Categories: Community Interest,
Tourism,
Two Rivers Information
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JUNE 4, 2008
Feather to Japanese Fans on Display
Visit Lester Public Library today and view hand-held fans in the Local History display cases.
The Florence Barber Fan Collection is on display at Lester Public Library through June courtesy of the Two Rivers Historical Society.
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Library Displays,
Two Rivers Historical Society
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JUNE 3, 2008
Don't Miss Tom Pease @ LPL
Categories: Family Programming,
Children Programming,
Summer Reading
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JUNE 2, 2008
S.S. Badger Wisconsin Coast Tour
Saturday, May 31st, the S.S. Badger carried 500 passengers up and down the Wisconsin coast.
Local cruise aboard the historic S.S. Badger on beautiful Lake Michigan. Big ship, party atmosphere, and a nice day - you can't beat this for fun in Manitowoc County Wisconsin!
'The S.S. Badger is unusual in that it is a registered historical site in two states. The Michigan Historical Commission and the Wisconsin Historical commission each named the Badger as a registered historical site in 1997'. (from Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SS_Badger )
For more information and schedules please follow this link: http://www.ssbadger.com/newhome.aspx
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Tourism,
Manitowoc County
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