October

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

Into the Beautiful North is the 2013 Waukesha Reads book choice. Join your friends and neighbors as we explore the themes of the book with programs and events held throughout the community.

The following events are being held at the Library:

Monday, October 7
6:00 p.m.

Food for Thought...Snacks & Scholars

Impact of Film Inside & Outside the Novel

7:30 p.m.

Oasis Readers' Book Group

Monday, October 14, 6:30 p.m.

Monday Night Movies

Title and details available by calling 262-524-3682.

Wednesday, October 16, 7:00 p.m.

Waukesha Public Library Book Group

Monday, October 21, 6:00 p.m.

Food for Thought...Snacks & Scholars

Literary, Historical and Cultural Connections with the Novel

Monday, October 28, 6:30 p.m.

Monday Night Movies

Title and details available by calling 262-524-3682.

Wednesday, October 30, 7:00 p.m.

Book Discussion hosted by Dr. Elena De Costa.

Children's Events

Saturday, October 5, 2:00 p.m.

Ballet Folklórico

Monday, October 7, 6:30 p.m.

Around the World ~ Mexico

Teen Tuesday

Tuesday, October 8, 3:30 p.m.

Personal Statement Paintings

Tuesday, October 15, 5:00 p.m.

Teen Manga and Anime Group

Tuesday, October 29, 7:00 p.m.

Teen Book Group

Complete program details can be found at www.WaukeshaReads.org

TOO GOOD TO MISS

Waukesha Welcomes Author Luis Alberto Urrea

Saturday, October 26

La Casa de Esperanza

6:00- 7:30 p.m.

Meet the author and enjoy delicious Mexican specialties. Ticketed event: $15, reservations required, seating limited.
Contact Joan by October 23 at 262-524-3694 or jquinlan@waukesha.lib.wi.us

7:30 p.m.

FREE author presentation and book signing.

Come early and view the
History of Latinos in Waukesha art exhibit.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Dinner and a Movie: The Magnificient Seven

Sunday, November 3, 6:00 p.m.

Marcus Majestic Cinema

770 N. Springdale Road, Brookfield

Enjoy dinner, the 1960 film starring Yul Brynner and Steve McQueen and a special cabaret performance featuring
Candace Decker and Phil Smith.

Ticketed event: $20, reservations required, seating limited.

Contact Joan by October 30 at 262-524-3694 or jquinlan@waukesha.lib.wi.us

Sponsored by Friends of the Waukesha Public Library.

and Marcus Corporation.

Scary Stories AFTER DARK

Wednesday, October 23, 9:00-10:30 p.m.

Children in 3rd - 6th grade and their parents are welcome to join us in the "HAUNTED" Library for scary stories & activities
that are sure to give you a fright! BOO!
3rd - 6th grade: registration begins October 7.

Celebrate Teen Read Week,

October 13 -19!

September 23 - October 19

Play Book Bingo for the
chance to win a $50 Barnes and Noble gift card!

October 13-19
Guess the shredded book at the Reference Desk!

Correct guessers will win a prize book!

More information available at the Library's Reference Desk
or by calling 262-524-3682.

DID YOU KNOW?

You can use our mobile Library catalog on your mobile device to quickly find library materials, access your account, place a hold, get Library hours and more. Simply follow the link above or click on the mobile site tab in our regular online catalog.

BETWEEN FRIENDS

Celebrate the Friends of Waukesha Public Library and National Friends of the Library Week

Great Friends help make a great library!

The Friends of Waukesha Public Library are an independent, nonprofit, charitable organization whose mission is to enhance, expand, and promote, the services and resources of Waukesha Public Library.

The Friends invite you to join them in supporting their cause. To join, simply download and send in your membership form today, or watch for the special Friends promotion at the Library from October 28 through November 3. Join the Friends and have a chance to win the special prize basket!