March
2013

  

 It is the vision of the Waukesha Public Library to provide
a welcoming and dynamic environment where citizens of all
ages can find the inspiration, ideas, and information  

necessary to achieve their full potential.

 

@ YOUR LIBRARY

Attention Book Clubs!

Seven new Book Group Kits are available for your group to read and discuss:  
   
*  Animal, Vegetable, Miracle       
    by Barbara Kingsolver   
*   Angry Housewives Eating Bon Bons
    by Lorna Landvik
*  The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
    by Rebecca Skloot
*   Look Again by Lisa Scottoline
*  The Story of Edgar Sawtelle by David Wroblewski
*  The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield
*  The World Without Us by Alan Weisman

Each kit contains ten copies of a discussable title, plus a discussion guide, in an easy to transport duffel bag. You can even set your own convenient due date, up to ninety days from the day you check it out. Stop at the Reference Desk for more information and to pick up a complete list of our 55 kit titles. Obtaining multiple copies for your book club has never been easier!
 

TOO GOOD TO MISS

Saturday, March 9, 1:00 p.m.

Join us for an early St. Patrick's Day celebration of Celtic music and culture. Both traditional and original music will be performed on the Ancient Wire Strung Celtic Harp.     

 
  
Join the Waukesha YMCA and the Waukesha Public Library for our Healthy Living Series beginning Tuesday, March 19 from noon to 1:00 p.m. Learn from a registered dietitian what steps you need to take to live a healthier life. Attendees are welcome to bring their lunch and to eat during these lunch 'n' learn workshops.
     
Tuesday, March 19:  

Preventing Heart Disease   

Tuesday, April 16:
Stress Management                             

                           Tuesday, May 21:  

                           Prevention and Management of Diabetes

  

For more information on on these or other adult programs,
please check the Library's website or call 262-524-3682. 



Bright Beginnings - Books Too Good to Miss!

Saturday, March 23, 9:30-11:30 a.m. OR 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Library staff will present innovative and practical ways to use the best of this years' children's books, as well as some old favorites for curricular connections, thematic tie-ins and just plain fun! Contact the Children's Department at 262-524-3692 to register. Continuing education hours available!
 

DID YOU KNOW?

  
Student art from the School District of Waukesha will grace the Library walls during the month of March. On March 14, from 4:00-6:00 p.m. there will be an art reception to honor the student artists and their art teachers. 
  
Sign up today for one or more creative art classes offered at the Library.

Cerealism 
Saturday, March 9, 2:00-4:00 p.m.  
Pipe Cleaner Sculptures 
Tuesday, March 19, 4:00-6:00 p.m. 
Razzle Dazzle Garland 
Monday, March 25
Ages 6-9: 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Ages 10-12: 7:00-8:00 p.m. 
Page Remmers with the Waukesha Community Art Project will help you create your own snazzy garland.
 
 

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Quick Links

 Library Closed

 

Sunday,

March 31

Adult Book Discussion Group

 

The Language of Flowers 

Wednesday, March 20,
7:00 p.m.

Adult Books

  

Staff Picks

Monday Movie Nights

at 6:30 p.m.

 March 11 

Skyfall

March 25 

Elizabeth: The Golden Age  

 

To get program updates and other information about books and reading 'like' the Waukesha Reads Facebook page.