August 
2015

  

 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

 
The Wisconsin History Tour
Sharing Stories One Community at a Time

Each month, the Wisconsin Historical Society (WHS) makes history come alive in a Wisconsin city with the Wisconsin History Tour exhibit and programs. This August and September, Waukesha will be that lucky city.

Waukesha Public Library will host the beautifully handcrafted exhibit, featuring pieces of the WHS collections that have been gathered since their founding in 1846 - Civil War soldier's letters home, early 20th Century photographs, maps dating back to 1513, maritime stories of shipwrecks in Lake Superior and much more! A portion of the exhibit is dedicated to Waukesha history too.

September 15-19, the WHS will offer a wide range of educational events, lectures by authors, genealogy workshops and demonstrations at both Waukesha Public Library and Carroll University. Check out the  Wisconsin History Tour website for a full listing of activities. All events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.

TOO GOOD TO MISS

 


For more information on programs, check our online calendar or ask at the Reference Desk, 262-524-3682.
 


END OF SUMMER LOCK-IN & GRAND PRIZE DRAWING
Friday, August 7, 4:55 - 9:00 p.m.
(PERMISSION SLIP & REGISTRATION REQUIRED)
Stay after hours at the library! Teens going into grades 7-12
are invited to celebrate the closing of the
Teen Summer Library Program.

Celebrate with a movie, pizza, Supervillain's Candyland, Minecraft Lounge, Wii games, Makerspace crafts, henna, raffle AND the Teen Summer Reading Program Grand Prize Drawing!

Pick up your permission slip and register at the Reference Desk .
 

Waukesha Readers Rock! 
Over 3,600 children signed up for the
2015 Summer Reading Club, besting last year's total! We are so proud of
our reading community!

Family Fun Days - TUESDAYS in August!
 FREE tickets are available at the Children's Reference Desk the day of the performances, 45 minutes before the show begins.
Come early and guarantee your place at the performance.

Duke Otherwise ~ Clever Songs
August 4, 3:30 & 7:00 p.m.  
Unlike any musician you've ever heard before! Using a guitar, unique singing style and tap shoes, Duke produces laughter and fun for all.
 
 Kidsplay ~ Super Hero Performance
August 11, 3:30 & 7:00 p.m.
Help Alpha Man and Yellow Light get their super powers back! Only you can foil the plot of their long standing rival! Families of all ages will enjoy this performance.

 For details on these and other children's programs,
check our online calendar or summer brochure.
 

DID YOU KNOW?

 
Reading Recommendations Are Now Available
at the SelfCheck Machine!
See this new feature added to the first floor SelfCheck machine located closest to the Special Services Desk. As you check out,
other titles you might enjoy will be displayed.

See a recommended title you like? From that SelfCheck you can:
Place a hold on it
Email it
Print it

BETWEEN FRIENDS

 
Back to School Shopping? 
Looking for end of summer deals & steals?

Don't forget the Friends raise funds
through smile.amazon.com.
A portion of your eligible purchase
goes to the Friends to help support the Library.

Dinner @ Culver's
Dinner at Culver's will resume this fall.
Watch for new dates and flavors of the day in the newsletter!

Friends Open House
Monday, September 21, 2015 from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
* Meet the Friends Executive Board 
* Find out what the Friends do  

* Learn about volunteer opportunities


The regular Executive Board meeting to follow the Open House. Remember: renew your membership! 
 
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QUICK LINKS
Library Home Page

Kid's Stuff

Teen Zone

   American Red Cross
&
Waukesha Public  Library
Blood Drive
Wednesday,  August 5
1:00 - 6:00 p.m.   

 Adult Book Discussion

Wednesday, August 19 

7:00 p.m.  

Monday Night Movies
begin at 6:30 p.m.

Monday, August 10
5 Flights Up
 Monday, August 24
Emperor
 

Doughnuts & Documentaries

(A new series!)  

Rise of the Hackers

 

 Tuesday, August 18 

10:00 a.m. 

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