Hello, library friends --
Happy November, everyone! What a treat to start the month with such beautiful weather. I hope you're able to get outside and enjoy it!
Today is Election Day, of course, and our poll workers have been busy all day with voters. Before today there were about 1300 registered voters here in Mercer, and our town clerk, Debbie Hohner, just told me we've already had over 1000 voters today (including absentee ballots) and there are still 3 hours of polling time left. It's great to see so many people turn out to participate in our democracy.
The library is still holding all events online, and we have book clubs and classes lined up for you all month. Read on for some of the highlights or visit our website and Facebook for the latest news.
Take care of yourselves and your neighbors, everyone - we're all in this together!
Teresa Schmidt
Library director
715-476-2366
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Curbside and online services
The library is open to the public, with masks required for all visitors ages 5 and older. If you are keeping yourself isolated to avoid the pandemic or can't wear a mask for any reason, we offer curbside service for all library materials and many other services. Just call us at 715-476-2366 and we'll be happy to help.
You can also take advantage of our online services with your library card number. Visit our website at www.mercerpubliclibrary.org for links to our digital collection of e-books and audiobooks, Gale Courses, Ancestry Library Edition, and Badgerlink resources.
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November Craft Kits
Stop by on Friday afternoons to pick up a FREE craft kit. Each kit contains instructions and the materials needed to put together a fun craft at home. All ages are welcome to take a kit, including adults.
Kits are available at no charge beginning at noon on their "release date" and while supplies last.
- November 6 - Beaded harvest corn, suggested for ages 4 and older (with help)
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November 20 - Gratefulness banner, suggested for ages 4 and older (with help), appropriate for all ages
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Kombucha 101
Kombucha is an ancient drink, a form of fermented tea first brewed in China 2,000 years ago and popular all over the world. Some people believe kombucha to be a health drink, while others drink it for the refreshing, fruity flavors. Whatever it is, there’s no question that the popularity of kombucha is on the rise in the United States.
Your librarian started brewing kombucha earlier this year and will talk about how you can make your own kombucha, too. Learn about the simple equipment and ingredients you’ll need and how to flavor a fizzy, delicious drink. Join us on Thursday, November 12 at 6:00 p.m. for this free online class. Visit www.mercerpubliclibrary.org/events and click on the event in the calendar for the meeting link.
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Book Clubs
Our book clubs are meeting virtually. Copies of the book will be available to borrow at the library, and new members are always welcome to join us!
Visit our online events calendar for more information and links to the online meetings. (Just click on the program listing in the calendar.)
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Computer classes
File Management 101: Whether you’re a home computer user just typing up your holiday letters or a club secretary with dozens of files to sort through, good file management skills will save you time and frustration. Learn the basics of file management for your Windows or Mac computer in a FREE online class with librarian Teresa Schmidt on Thursday, November 19 at 11:00 a.m. Click here for the meeting link.
Power your job search with Google Tools: The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction is hosting a free online workshop for jobseekers in Wisconsin on Tuesday, November 10 at 10:00 a.m. Learn how to use Google tools to organize and enhance your job search, create a resume, and discover career opportunities. More information and a registration link is on our website.
Tech Tuesday: Schmidt will also hold Tech Tuesdays by appointment to provide one-on-one help with your technology questions at the library. Appointments are available this month on the afternoons of November 10 and 17. Call us at 715-476-2366 to make an appointment. If you are not available on Tuesdays, we may be able to find another time.
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Library Schedule
The library will be CLOSED on Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27 for Thanksgiving. Normal library hours are:
- Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9am to 5pm
- Tuesday and Thursday 9am to 6pm
- Saturday 9am to noon
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Did you know...
...your library has some of the equipment you need to digitize your family memories? Our Memory Lab includes a flatbed scanner for photos and slides, 8mm film scanner, VHS to DVD recorder, LP and cassette to CD recorder, and more. Some of this equipment must be used in the library, and some is available to check out and work on your projects at home. Stop by and ask for more information!
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Fall/winter hours: Mon, Wed, Fri 9am-5pm; Tues, Thurs 9am - 6pm; Sat 9am-12pm
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