A Note from the Library Director
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Dear friends,
Here's wishing you a delightful month of June! The library's schedule is packed with fun for you and yours. Just take a peek inside this newsletter, or check out the summer library program brochure for full details!
In June, the library will be full of kids who are freshly released from school, newly sunburned, and ready to enjoy a fun, free performance at the library. Babies will be arriving in strollers, ready to bounce, wiggle and learn at Little Library Lovers storytime. Teenagers will be learning job skills as they volunteer for the summer reading program. Adults will be learning something new at our Friday Lunch and Learn series. Most of all, the library will be full of the spirit of community that makes summer in Oconomowoc so special. I hope that the crowds of people who come to the library this summer include you!
Yours in Reading,
Betsy Bleck
Library Director
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The Oconomowoc Public Library presents “Build a Better World” during its 2017 summer library program. The summer reading program is open to all ages from babies to adults, with programs, prize drawings, storytimes, presenters, and more. All programs are free of charge.
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June 18-24 is
Bike to the Library Week! Are you up for a challenge?
Ride your bike to three local libraries (Oconomowoc, Hartland and Delafield) during this special week, show us your bike helmet, and get your Bike Challenge Bookmark stamped. Collect stamps from all three libraries and receive a special completion button and a bag of goodies!
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Did You Know?
Summer hours start Saturday, June 10, 2017. On Saturdays, the library will be open 9:00 am-1:00 pm.
Life is Just Ducky at the Library excerpt from Betsy Bleck’s May 25, 2017 column in the Oconomowoc Enterprise!
“Make Way for Ducklings,” “The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck,” “The Story About Ping,” “The Ugly Duckling” — there are a lot of ducks in literature, especially children’s literature.
On a recent windy day, Oconomowoc Public library staff member Hope Kramer went for a walk during her lunch break. She hadn’t yet left the library’s parking lot when she heard a forlorn quacking coming from some shrubbery, and investigated. She peeked behind a bush to find a little lost duckling, separated from its flock. Hope then followed the adorable but hapless duck while it frantically waddled a few laps around the Worthington Apartments. Hope wanted to make sure the worried little bird wouldn’t be hit by a car in the busy parking lot, and also to see if there were any ducks in the area who were missing some offspring. Alas, there was nary a hen nor drake in sight. It looked like this little duck’s goose would be cooked unless Hope stepped in. The tiny duck was remarkably fast — probably suspicious of the two humans on his tail.
We called the Wildlife In Need Center to ask what to do, as there was no sign of a mother duck coming back for this lost little guy. Leslie at the WINC asked us to bring him in, and so we set out to do just that. Hope and I corralled him in a nice box with handles and a lid. Luckily, he didn’t put up much of a fight, because Hope and I are novice duck catchers and any duck drama would have taken place right on Wisconsin Avenue, where there would be no shortage of witnesses with camera phones. The duck marched right into the box, and Hope and her bird hit the road for the Wildlife In Need Center.
En route, things really got interesting — the crafty fellow escaped the box. Apparently, ducklings have a surprisingly strong vertical leap, as he was able to leap through one of the handles on the side of the box. Luckily, he was pretty tuckered out from all those laps around the Worthington, and was also possibly frightened out of his wits. Whatever the reason, he stayed frozen in the passenger side of Hope’s car. Duck and librarian kept one wary eye on each other the rest of the way to the Wildlife In Need Center. When Hope arrived at the center, the friendly staff helped get the duckling back in his box, and whisked him inside. They gave Hope a number to call if she wanted to check how “our” duckling was doing. I’m happy to say that he did quite well, and didn’t appear to be traumatized by his brush with freedom — or librarians. Hope is also recovering well.
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KIDS SUMMER READING PROGRAM |
Books build better readers, and readers build a better world! Read, build, learn, and grow this summer at the library by participating in our reading program and events. Whether you are earning prizes by reading and visiting the library or learning and laughing at one of our events, there is something for everyone. |
Summer Reading Kickoff!
Thursday, June 8 1:00-3:00 pm
School’s out and the library is open! Stop by for some outdoor fun: Sidewalk chalk, rock painting, popsicles, and more. Register for summer reading on the spot and earn the chance to dunk Miss Caitlin! Best for 3 & up; all are welcome.
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PERFORMERS – MONDAYS 1:00-2:00 PM |
Mad Science Monday, June 12
Brings the fun, the amazement, and the wonder of all things science! Ages 5 & up.
Rick Allen Monday, June 19
A magic show! Prepare to be dazzled. All ages.
¡Say Olé! Monday, June 26
Bilingual storytelling that will transport you to another world. All ages.
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HANDS-ON PROGRAMS – TUESDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS |
Build-a-Thon
Tuesdays 1:00-3:00 pm
June 13 and 27
YOUR MISSION: Complete the build challenge with the materials provided. WARNING: This mission may be fun, encourage creativity, and build problem solving skills. Ages 5 & up. |
LEGO Club
Wednesdays 4:00-5:00 pm
June 7 and 21
A whole bunch of LEGO fun and creativity! LEGOs are supplied by the library. Best for 5 & up; all are welcome.
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Kid Explore
Tuesday 6:00-7:00 pm June 20
Drop by for an evening of hands-on STEAM learning and play! Explore, ask questions, and have fun! Ages 0-5. |
Summer Reading Blueprint Get in gear and read! Win a prize for every level you complete.
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FAMILY FUN FOR ALL AGES |
Family Fort Building
Saturday, June 10 1:00-3:00 pm
Build a blanket fort in the library at this after-hours event! Make sure to bring the whole family and lots of blankets. All ages. |
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TWEEN PROGRAMS - AGES 8-12 |
Coding Club
Tuesdays 3:30-5:00 pm
June 13, 20, 27; July 11, 18, 25; August 1
Learn the basics of coding, robotics, programming, and more with members of the award-winning Cooney Tech Robotics team!
Registration* starts Monday, June 5 and is REQUIRED. Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Participants must be able to attend 5 of the 6 coding sessions to register.
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Minecraftivores
Wednesdays 4:00-5:00 pm
June 14 and 28
Good Griefer! It’s Minecraft at the library! Join us for some collaborative Minecraft play over the summer. You’ll be met with challenges, surprises, and more as you play together to build and survive. Space is limited. Come early to sign up.
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TEEN PROGRAMS - AGES 13-18 |
Books build better readers, and readers build a better world. Explore all the library has to offer at our exclusive teen events, and earn prizes by visiting the library and participating in the reading program. |
TNT - THURSDAY NIGHT TEENS - 6:00-7:30 PM |
Anime Club
Thursday, June 15
Anime fun at the library! Each meeting will have a viewing, snacks, activities, and more.
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Game Space
Thursday, June 29
From video to board to tabletop, games (and snacks) are abundant at Teen Game Space!
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TEEN AFTER HOURS - FRIDAYS 5:00-9:00 PM |
When the library closes…the teens take over! Register starting May 29. Permission slips are REQUIRED and available at the check out desk. |
Fandemonium
Friday, June 9
Games and activities for ALL fandoms. Come in cosplay to win prizes!
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Library Hours
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday: Summer 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
School Year 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday: October – April 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
May – September CLOSED
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