2022 is starting soon! If you are interested in learning new skills or better habits, we have something for you at the library and on our website! Oh, and continue reading for details on how to join our 2022 Markesan Public Library Book Binge Challenge!
A special note: when the weather is too chilly or unpleasant for you to leave home, remember that you can call us at (920) 398-3434 to renew materials, place holds, or help you access your account online. We want you to stay safe this winter!
We are open at our normal hours and for our normal services.
For those who would prefer contactless service, we are continuing to offer optional curbside pick up - just call us at (920) 398-3434 to schedule a pick- up time.
Masks are now optional. Patrons are encouraged to stay six feet apart and practice frequent hand-washing.
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The library will be closed on:
- Friday, Dec. 31 (New Year's Eve)
- Saturday, Jan. 1 (New Year's Day)
We hope you have a wonderful holiday season this year!
If you want to return library materials while we are closed, there is a 24-hour book drop next to the East Charles Street entrance.
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January Book Club:
Bring your ideas and recommendations!
Thursday, January 6 @ 6:00 pm
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Our Markesan Library Book Club's first meeting of 2022 will be on Thursday, January 6 at 6:00 pm!
This month, we're welcoming everyone to bring their opinions and ideas about what kinds of books you would like to read for this year's meetings! We hope to see you there!
If you can't make it, feel free to send us a message about your book club ideas on Facebook or let us know at the check out desk the next time you're in the library!
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"Play & Learn" at the library!
Wednesday, Jan. 12 @ 9:30 am & 11 am
Wednesday, Jan. 26 @ 9:30 am & 11 am
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On Wednesday, January 12 and January 26, “Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin” will move their “Play & Learn at the Park” indoors, partnering with the library at 9:30 am and again at 11:00 am to create joyful opportunities for families to play together. Play & Learn is geared towards ages birth – 6.
If you have any questions, please call the library at (920) 398-3434.
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Monday, January 24 @ 6:00 pm
Cell Phone Photography w/ Harlan Barkley
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Join us on Monday, January 24 @ 6:00 pm to learn how to take amazing photographs using your cell phone! Presentation is geared towards amateur photographers.
If you have any questions, please call the library at (920) 398-3434.
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Join the 2022 Markesan Public Library
Book Binge Challenge!
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Take the Markesan Public Library 2022 Book Binge Challenge! You can find bingo cards at the check out desk, or click the button below to print out your own bingo card at home.
Each month, use a set of key words found on the bingo card to inspire your book choices. With the key words provided, pick a book with that word in the title and read away. For instance, January’s key words are: Girl, Dark, Winter, Ocean, Light, Run. Examples of books with these key words include: “Girl with the Dragon Tattoo”, “My Dark Vanessa”, “Winds of Winter”, etc.
Players can also choose synonyms and plurals or even antonyms (if you are feeling rebellious) replace the word Sea for Ocean or Bright/Pale for Light or Runs/Ran/Sprinted/Race for Run, etc.
Share your Book Binge picks with us on Facebook and join the online conversation!
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More Take & Make Craft Kits coming soon... |
Stay tuned on our Facebook page for announcements about upcoming Take & Make Craft Kits. Follow us to be notified as soon as we post the next crafts! |
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Online Reading Challenges! |
Try one of our 2 fun online challenges -- earn small prizes, enter raffles, and discover great resources along the way! Raffle drawing for 100 Books Before College will happen on June 1, 2022.
How to participate:
The challenges will take place completely online and readers can access them at markesanlibrary.beanstack.org. Participants can also download the Beanstack app and search for Markesan Library to play.
100 Books Before College (ages 12-19): 100 Books before College dares readers 12-19 yrs. to read 100 books before they graduate. Small incentives we be awarded and at every 10 books read, participants earn tickets to enter into a prize raffle of either a $25 Ted’s Piggly Wiggly Gift Card or $10 gas station cards. At 50 books read, participants earn a book to be purchased in their honor for the library’s collection by an author or genre of their choice. The library will put that participants name in recognition inside the book and the reader will get the first checkout. At 100 books read, participants will receive a book to keep. The raffle portion of this challenge will be drawn on June 1, 2022 and then renew with prizes for participants still working on their goals.
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1,000 Books Before Kindergarten (birth to 5 years old): This challenge is is a fun, exciting, and free way to start your child on the path to success! Any child ages birth to five years can participate. Each time you read 100 books, bring your reading record to the library to receive a special reward. At 1,000 books read, come celebrate at the library, see your child’s name placed on the 1,000 Book Wall of Fame, and receive a free book. Pick up a log sheet at the library, or download one by clicking here to get started!
If you have any questions about these challenges, please call the library at (920) 398-3434, or visit our website to get started.
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Children's area mural continues to grow! |
Painting the mural in the children's area has new additions and updates! You are welcome to stop in anytime to see the progress as it goes up! We'll also be posting photos on our Facebook page regularly, so you can follow along from home.
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Our new "Book Sale" shelf
We have a new, permanent "Book Sale" shelf near the Large Print books. Now, you can find books for all ages, DVDs, and CDs for sale here all year round!
Hard covers- 50 cents
Paperbacks - 25 cents
Children's books - 25 cents
Movies - 50 cents
Music/books on CD - 50 cents
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During the winter, you can stay home and read, listen, or watch without having to brave the snow! Check out audiobooks, ebooks, movies, music, and more 24/7 online using Hoopla, Overdrive, and Libby -- all you need is your library card!
If you have any questions, or forgot your PIN number, please call the library at (920) 398-3434 and we can help!
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You can now access over 3,000 magazine titles from home using Overdrive and Libby! Read about sports, health, fashion, design, food, and more!
Stop by the library or call (920) 398-3434 if you have any questions, or need help!
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Featured resource:
Winnefox Tech Skills Center
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Learn technology skills at your own pace by watching these video tutorials on popular software and computer basics!
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The Markesan Library offers special services for the housebound, teachers, and for home-school families!
Contact the library for more information by calling (920) 398-3434, or click the link below to learn more.
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To view our CO-VID-19-related policies, visit the CO-VID-19 policy page on our library website by clicking the link below. |
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Markesan Public Library Hours
Monday & Thursday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tues, Wednesday, Friday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sunday CLOSED
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Markesan Public Library | (920) 398-3434 | 75 North Bridge Street |
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