News from Waukesha Public Library

April
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

National Poetry Month

Celebrate poetry during the month of April. Stop in and check out poetry book displays for all ages!

My First Memory (of Librarians)

by Nikki Giovanni

This is my first memory:

A big room with heavy wooden tables that sat on a creaky

wood floor

A line of green shades - bankers' lights - down the center

Heavy oak chairs that were too low or maybe I was simply

too short

For me to sit in and read

So my first book was always big

In the foyer up four steps a semi-circle desk presided

To the left side the card catalogue

On the right newspapers draped over what looked like

a quilt rack

Magazines face out from the wall

The welcoming smile of my librarian

The anticipation in my heart

All those books - another world - just waiting

At my fingertips.

Poetry Craft Day for Teens!

Tuesday, April 9, 3:30-5:30 p.m.

On Tuesday, April 9, the Library will celebrate with a Poetry Craft Day for teens! Teens are invited to drop-in after school and create with words. We will be making redacted poetry picture frames, poetry buttons, beads, magnets, and stickers! Bring your original poetry, or find poetry in magazines or discarded books! Snacks and supplies will be provided.

TOO GOOD TO MISS

Healthy Living: Stress Management

Tuesday, April 16, 12:00 p.m.

Join the Waukesha YMCA and Waukesha Public Library for our Healthy Living Series! Gain knowledge from a Registered Dietitian on what steps you need to take to live a healthier life. Presented by Carole Bender.

This session on Stress Management will help you understand the link between stress, anxiety and illness and demonstrate ways to manage stress, decrease anxiety and improve your health.

Sundays with TED.com:
The Danger of A Single Story

Sunday, April 28, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.

Novelist Chimamanda Adichie, in her TEDTalk video, warns that if we hear only a single story about another person or country, we risk a critical misunderstanding. After the video, we'll explore these ideas with Jim Haessly, CESA #1 Professional Development Specialist and retired School District of Waukesha Assistant Superintendent, as he discusses race, the single story and the impact on our lives and belief systems.

For more information on these or other adult programs,

call 262-524-3682 or check the Library's website.

Wings & Things - Paper Airplane Program

Tuesday, April 2.
Ages 5-9: 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Ages 10-12: 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Registration required.

Charades

Thursday, April 11, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Ages 8 & up. Registration required.

Let's Go Fly A Kite!

Monday, April 29, 10:00-11:00 a.m. or 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Bring the whole family and let your imagination soar as we enjoy entertaining activities themed around kites!

To register for a Children's program or for more information, please check the Library's website or call the Children's Desk
at 262-524-3692.

DID YOU KNOW?

April 12 is D.E.A.R (Drop Everything and Read) Day! So, set aside some time to drop everything and pick up a good book.

SPECIAL THANKS

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Julius Genachowski stated that "libraries are more important than ever in empowering people to thrive in the digital age." Genachowski thanked the nation's libraries for their service in his recently released YouTube video.