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June 2019 library news
Hello, library friends -

It's getting to be a busy time of year here in Mercer. Summer is with us for such a short time that we're all outside making the most of it as much as we can. I hope you'll still find some time for the library this month, because we have a great lineup of events and summer reading program activities planned. And don't forget, you're going to need books, movies, puzzles and games for evenings and rainy days!

We're now on our summer hours, staying open until 7pm Monday through Thursday, until 5pm on Fridays, and until noon on Saturdays. Stop by to say hi, or read on for some of our June event highlights.

And thank you to all of you who have already responded to our annual Friends of the Library membership drive. We appreciate your support, and you make it possible for us to keep providing a variety of programs for the Mercer community. Thank you!

Teresa Schmidt
Library director
2019 Summer Reading Program: "A Universe of Stories"

Kids of all ages are welcome to join us for our Summer Reading Program and several special events this summer. Some of the highlights include:
  • Reading Rewards: Pick up a reading log (preschool-4th grade) or reading Bingo card (5th grade - high school), complete your reading goals and turn in your logs by August 2 to be entered to win one of our summer reading prize packages.
  • Kick off our summer program with a theater performance, "My Mother the Astronaut," with the Traveling Lantern Theatre Company on June 13 at 4:30 p.m.
  • Laugh with us at a comedy and juggling show with "In Capable Hands" on June 20 at 2:30 p.m.
  • Join the Discovery Center for traveling naturalist programs about Bats on June 27 and about Beavers on July 25.
  • Celebrate the sun with your library on July 11, and have a Moon Landing Party on July 18.
  • "Tie up" the summer with a Tie-Dye activity on July 29.

Visit our website for more info and the full schedule of events!
Birding 101

Over 47 million people in the United States call themselves “birders.” Do you want to learn the joys of birding, but aren’t sure where to start? Join Discovery Center Naturalist Annie McDonnell for a Birding 101 on Tuesday, June 4 at 6:30 p.m. at the Mercer Community Center. This program is sponsored by the library and the Mercer Area Chamber of Commerce in honor of Mercer's 2019 Bird Festival .
Author Visits

The Mercer Library is happy to host several author visits this summer, including:
  • Peter Annin, author of the critically-acclaimed Great Lakes Water Wars, on June 24
  • Callie Bates, author of the final book in the "Waking Land" trilogy, The Soul of Power, on July 17
  • Enid Cleaves, author of several books, sharing her story "From Goulash to Ghouls" on June 7
  • John Swift, author of the latest book in the "Sheriff Gogebic" series, Catch & Release, on June 18
Tech Help

  • Email Marketing 102 - Monday, June 17 at 11:00 a.m. A follow-up to last month's class on using Mailchimp to communicate with your organization's members or customers. Beginners are also welcome.
  • Drop in for Tech Tuesdays at 2-4pm on June 11 and June 25. If those times aren't convenient, call the library at 725-476-2366 to make an appointment for another time.
  • Want to learn to use an iPad or tablet computer? The ADRC of the North will host Sip 'n' Swipe, a 4-week class for beginning tablet users starting on June 14. There's no cost to participate, but you must register in advance by calling the Hurley Senior Center at 715-561-2108.
Business Bites: Business Photography

Good photography can help you promote your products or services in advertising, social media, and more. Photographer Pamela Morello will share tips on improving your image quality and making the most of your business photos in our latest Business Bites program . Please register in advance by calling the Chamber at 715-476-2389.
Other June programs

Be sure to check out our full calendar of events for details about all the other events we have planned this month including:
  • WXPR's Curious North road trip on June 7
  • Grown-up Story Hour on June 19
  • A Community Square Dance on June 22
  • A Meet & Greet with Mercer's international workers on June 26
  • Wisconsin's Green Fire: Voices for Conservation on June 28
Featured Artist: Julie Klug

Julie Klug's beautiful photos of northwoods wildlife and scenery are still on display through June. Stop by to take a look - One lucky visitor will win a matted print of their favorite!

Other activities @ your library

  • Knitters' gathering: Join your fellow knitters for an informal gathering on Monday mornings at the library, 9am to 11am on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Mondays of the month.
  • Friends of the Library will hold their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 11 at 10:00 a.m. New members are always welcome.
  • Coffee & Coloring is a relaxing afternoon of coloring and paper crafts. We provide the coloring supplies, or bring your own paper projects to work on. Join us this month on June 14 and June 28 at 2-4pm.
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Summer hours: Monday - Thrursday 9am-7pm; Friday 9am-5pm; Saturday 9am-noon