Read, Discover, Connect, Enrich
NOVEMBER 30, 2007
Visit the New Book Display in Children's
You will find new stories to share with your family!
We are constantly adding new titles for your enjoyment!
Categories: Children's Books,
Readers Advisory,
Library Displays
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NOVEMBER 30, 2007
Cookies, Cocoa & Stories with Santa
COOKIES, COCOA & STORIES WITH SANTA
Wednesday, December 19 6:30 PM
Join us for an evening of holiday stories, cookies, and warm cocoa with a special visit from Santa himself!
Fun for the whole family.
No registration required.
For more information call 793-7116.
Categories: Children Programming,
Children's Books,
Library Events
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NOVEMBER 29, 2007
Bernard Schwartz House
Frank Lloyd Wright designed a home for Bernard Schwartz right here in Two Rivers!
Learn more about the home and how you can share in the experience of living in a Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece by following this link: http://circlenr.com/SchwartzHouse/Contact.htm
Thank you Michael Ditmer, owner, for the behind the scenes look at an architectural work of art!
Categories: Community Interest,
Two Rivers Information,
Tourism
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NOVEMBER 28, 2007
Christmas Fantasy Parade
Last Saturday Night Two Rivers launched the holiday season with the annual Christmas Fantasy Parade down Washington Street.
Santa's Snow Plow
Badger Float
A chilly band
and Santa's mail carrier!
Categories: Local Events,
Tourism,
Community Interest
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NOVEMBER 28, 2007
TEEN LATE NIGHT
| Friday, November 30
7:00-11:00 PM Open to teens in 6th-12th grade only. Join us for an after-hours evening at the library. Computers, video games, snacks & 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 slip will be given to each teen. Emergency number during the late night: 793-7116. |
Categories: Library Events,
Teens @ LPL
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NOVEMBER 27, 2007
Looking for a Good Mystery?
Look no further than Lester Public Library!
We suggest investigating the Martha Grimes Inspector Richard Jury series.
Categories: Mysteries,
Readers Advisory,
Library Displays
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NOVEMBER 26, 2007
Holiday Cheer
Lester Public Library staff and volunteers took time Sunday afternoon to decorate the library for the holidays.
Stop in and take a look!
Categories: Library Displays,
Community Interest
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NOVEMBER 21, 2007
The New LPL Trading Card
Featuring our new mission statement:
Categories: Library Advocacy,
Two Rivers Information
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NOVEMBER 21, 2007
Rotary Lends a Hand
The Two Rivers Rotary Club was awarded a District Simplified Grant in the amount of $1287.90 for the purchase of educational play equipment for the Early Literacy Center of the Lester Public Library. TR Rotary added $200.00 to the grant in order to purchase all the equipment requested by Lester Public Library.
Interact and Rotary members came to the library and built the equipment.
Colorful toys...
finding immediate use!
Thank you Two Rivers Rotary and Interact!
Categories: Children Programming,
Library Events,
Community Interest
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NOVEMBER 20, 2007
Happy Thanksgiving!
Wishing you all the best for the holiday!
Categories: Library Displays,
Readers Advisory
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NOVEMBER 19, 2007
Coming Soon!
Be sure to take a look at our "Coming Soon" board as you enter the library!
Here are a few titles you can look forward to finding at Lester Public Library:
Blood Brothers - Nora Roberts
Lord John and the Hand of Devils - Diana Gabaldon
Whole New Light - Sandra Brown
Hand of Evil - J.A. Jance
Watchman - Ian Rankin
Categories: Library Displays,
Readers Advisory
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NOVEMBER 16, 2007
Dance Dance Revolution Party
Thursday, December 27
1:00-3:00 PM
You’ve never played DDR like this before! Join in the fun as we play Dance, Dance Revolution Mario Mix and Dance, Dance Karoake Revolution on our big screen. Door prizes, snacks & soda provided.
For teens in 6th-12th grade but younger children who know how to play are welcome to join in the fun.
No registration required. Wear your dancing shoes! For more information call 793-7116.
Categories: Library Events,
Teens @ LPL
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NOVEMBER 15, 2007
Attention Two Rivers Teens!
We have books:
Games:
and lots of other cool stuff!
Stay tuned... DANCE, DANCE REVOLUTION is coming soon to LPL!!!
Categories: Teens @ LPL,
Library Displays,
Library Events
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NOVEMBER 14, 2007
New Mission Statement
Last night (11/13/07) the Lester Public Library Board of Trustees unanimously approved a new mission statement for the library:
Lester Public Library
Read
Discover
Connect
Enrich
Read.
Discover new things.
Connect ideas and people.
Enrich your life and community.
Working under the umbrella of our new mission Lester Public Library staff and Board can begin preparing a strategy for the future.
Next up - creating a vision statement equally succinct... stay tuned!
Categories: Library Advocacy,
Two Rivers Information
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NOVEMBER 13, 2007
Discover Tony Hillerman at LPL
Start with the first installment of Tony Hillerman's Chee and Leaphorn Detective series. Set in the Navajo Nation this series introduces you to Native American culture as very few writers have been able to capture.
Categories: Library Displays,
Native Americans
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NOVEMBER 13, 2007
Stop in for Children's Book Week!
November 12 - November 16
Stop by the Youth room this week and participate in a variety of fun activities. Have your picture taken with your favorite book, create a magnetic bookmark using fun reading stamps and hunt for Lester the Lizard around the library for a prize!
Categories: Children's Books,
Children Programming,
Library Displays
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NOVEMBER 12, 2007
New Books for Kids
Next time you visit the library take a look at all the new books for kids!
Categories: Children's Books,
Library Displays,
Readers Advisory
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NOVEMBER 9, 2007
Childrens Book Week
November 12 - November 16
Stop by the Youth room this week and participate in a variety of fun activities. Have your picture taken with your favorite book, create a magnetic bookmark using fun reading stamps and hunt for Lester the Lizard around the library for a prize!
Categories: Children's Books,
Children Programming,
Library Events
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NOVEMBER 9, 2007
Thanksgiving is Around the Corner
We have a display of books that features the 13 colonies and the history surrounding the celebration of Thanksgiving.
Categories: Library Displays,
Library Resources
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NOVEMBER 8, 2007
Scrapbook Work Night
Friday, November 16
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 scrappers. 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: Adult Programming,
Crafts
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NOVEMBER 8, 2007
Discover the World of Polymer Clay
Lester Public Library is featuring the arts of polymer clay in the main display case through November.
Visit the library and view the incredible work on display!
Categories: Library Displays,
Crafts
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NOVEMBER 7, 2007
Card-making Classes
Monday, November 12 6:30 PM
Join instructor Carolee Crabb to create a variety of hand-made cards.
Cost is $7.00 for materials. Participants are also asked to bring double stick tape and a pair of scissors.
No need to pre-register, simply pay at the door.
For more information please call 793-7114.
Categories: Adult Programming,
Library Events
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NOVEMBER 7, 2007
Hunting Season in Wisconsin
Get the facts on hunting seasons in Wisconsin at Lester Public Library!
We have books, videos, charts, and more to assist the most avid hunter to the beginner.
Categories: Library Displays,
Tourism,
Hunting
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NOVEMBER 6, 2007
Free Internet Classes
Monday, November 19 11:00 AM
and
Wednesday, November 28 11:00 AM
Learn how to surf the net, search for information and familiarize yourself with the World Wide Web. Each class is designed for the very beginner and space is limited.
Please register by calling 793-7114 or by stopping by the reference desk.
Categories: Adult Programming,
Computers,
Classes
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NOVEMBER 6, 2007
Knitting, Crochet and Quilting
Knitting, crochet and quilting book displays offer ideas for the winter months ahead.
Stop by the library today and read up on a favorite, or new, hobby!
Categories: Library Displays,
Quilting,
Readers Advisory
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NOVEMBER 5, 2007
The November Bentley is Here!
Enjoy the November installment of the Lester Bentley project. Relax by the fireplace, read your favorite newspaper or magazine and view the November Bentley, 'Ruins.'
Categories: Lester Bentley,
Library Displays,
Community Interest
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NOVEMBER 2, 2007
Jennifer Chiaverini
Jennifer Chiaverini's Elm Street Quilters series fits right into LPL's quilting/knitting/sewing theme for the month of November (stay tuned, future posts will feature these displays).
Have a great weekend!
Categories: Library Displays,
Series,
Quilting
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NOVEMBER 1, 2007
Ed McBain
Read the popular Ed McBain Matthew Hope series, in order!
Available right here at your Lester Public Library!
Categories: Mysteries,
Library Displays,
Library Resources
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