Library & Community News
July 21, 2021
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We will be opening at Noon on Thursday, July 22 due to internet maintenance. |
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We're Open!
Come into the library to pick up your holds and browse for more materials to check out. Or use a computer.
Library hours are:
8:30 to 6:00 Monday through Friday
9:00 to 1:00 Saturday
Closed Sunday
If you prefer to continue curbside pickup of your holds, please park in a designated parking spot in front of the staff door and let us know you are here by using the Winnefox Mobile app (My Account * Holds * Click & Collect) or by calling us at 920.967.3680.
Those who have not been fully vaccinated are required to wear mask covering your mouth and nose while inside the library. If you are fully vaccinated, you are not required to wear a mask.
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Help Us Celebrate
Our 125th Anniversary with Dinner & A Movie!
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Thursday, August 12,
from 5:00 - 10:00pm
Smith Park, 130 Park Street
The Elisha D. Smith Public Library will host a “Dinner and A Movie”. Planned in tandem with the Menasha Historical Society and the City of Menasha, the family-friendly event will feature music, games for all ages, prize giveaways, and food available for purchase from four area food trucks:
- Inferno Subs (including kid meals)
- Los Tres Manantiales (authentic Mexican fare)
- Zoua’s Fresh Egg Rolls (featuring a variety of Asian cuisine)
- Thibby’s Ice Cream (with a huge assortment of ice cream treats).
Menasha Mayor Don Merkes and Library Director Brian Kopetsky will welcome attendees, followed by a short presentation of the library’s history by Kathy Humski from the Menasha Historical Society.
All activities that night are free and will include a variety of lawn games, a strolling magician, a “story walk,” scavenger hunt, water rockets and creation of a community mural. The caboose at Smith Park will also be open for tours that night, and prize drawings will be held throughout the evening.
A free outdoor showing of the fan-favorite movie How To Train Your Dragon will start at dusk in the park, and free popcorn will be served. The public is invited to join in the entire evening of celebration, so bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and bug spray!
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Tails and Tales - Colas & Cuentos
Summer Reading Program
Calling all kids birth through 5th grade. Sign up for the Summer Library Program Tails & Tales. Free prizes, concerts, magic shows, prize drawings, with story times live-streamed on Facebook. Do the 30 Books Challenge. Sign up on the library’s website through Beanstack for the online program or in person. Program runs through August 14.
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Online Story Times
Join us on Mondays at 10:00am on Facebook @MenashaLibrary for Story Sparklers Story Time.
Baby Story Time will be held on Friday,
July 23, at 10:00am on Facebook @MenashaLibrary.
Marionetas, cuentos y más para niños. Join Mr. Victor as he tells stories in English and Spanish on Facebook @BibliotecaPublicadeMenasha
If you need help with this, please call the Children's Room at 920.967.3670.
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John Duggleby in Concert
Wednesday, July 28, at 1:30pm
Smith Park Pavilion
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Do you like folk songs and Americana favorites? Laugh, sing along, and have fun with John as he sings family favorites. John was voted 2020 Children’s Performer of the Year by Madison Area Music Association.
We ask that you please practice social distancing.
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Jeff McMullen
Wednesday, August 11,
at 1:30pm
Smith Park Pavilion
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Juggling, jokes, and high-jinx with an official Ringling Brothers clown. Don't miss the fun!
We ask that you please practice social distancing.
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Teen Zone
The Teen Zone has a new interactive website. Keep up with the latest teen zone news, book talks, book trailers, projects or just search for a book to escape.
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Tailgate
with Us!
Sensational Seashell Art
Wednesday, August 4, at 1:00pm
Library Parking Lot
Decorate a lovely shell using special glitters and beads. Instruction and special treats provided by Sapphire Moon Chocolates. While supplies last.
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New Arrivals
Click here to see the newest library books available for young adults. Place them on hold or have them set aside-- 920.967.3690.
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Fiction Book Club
Thursday, August 5, at 10:00am
Smith Park Pavilion
This month's book title: A Good Neighborhood by Therese Anne Fowler.
Call the Reference Desk at 920.967.3690 or email us at reference@menashalibrary.org for a copy of this book.
(If there s inclement weather the book discussion may be held online.)
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Nonfiction Book Club
Tuesday, August 17, at 2:00pm
Smith Park Pavilion
This month's book title: So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo.
Call the Reference Desk at 920.967.3690 or email us at reference@menashalibrary.org for a copy of this book.
(If there s inclement weather the book discussion may be held online.)
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2021 Wisconsin
Travel Brochures
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Looking for a Wisconsin summer travel destination? Find brochures from places all around our state on the shelves to the left of the Reference Desk. Take and keep them.
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Your online library now includes over 3,000 magazines, and they are always available. Use the website or the Libby or the OverDrive app.
[Find the apps in your app store.]
Click on 'Collections'.
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The Elisha D. Smith Public Library now offers Cypress Resume, the online resume builder that lets you create professional-quality resumes in three quick and simple steps. You can create resumes, cover letters and reference pages in minutes. This service is FREE with your Menasha library card. |
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Media Corner
Visit the library's Media Corner! You can reserve it to:
- Edit a video or graphic file,
- Convert/compress video files,
- Convert cassette tapes to digital audio files,
- Design & cut out shapes with a Cricut Machine,
- Convert 35mm negatives, slides, & photographs to JPEG files, and
- Convert a VHS tape, Hi-8 tape, Video 8 tape, & 8mm (reel to reel film) to a digital video file.
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Menasha Farm Fresh Market
Thursdays, June 3 - October 28
2:00 - 7:00pm
Curtis Reed Square
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Visit Menasha's Farm Fresh Market this summer for a variety of local produce and artisan goods. |
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A Summer Celebration of Smith at Smith
Smith Park Walkabout
Sunday, July 25
from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Learn the history of Smith Park. Featuring presentations around the park:
- Isle of Valor by Dave Mix
- Riverboats of the Fox River by Dave Olsen
- Visit with Elisha D. Smith by Troy Wittmann
- Baseball display by Tom Konetzke
- Gilbert Paper Company by Jane Lang at 1:15pm and 3:15pm
- Early Railroad History and caboose tours by Dick Loehning and Kevin Jurgella
- Tennis Club History by Tom VanLieshout
- Turner Park and Webster family by Jeff Heimerman (How this land became Smith Park)
A program presented by Menasha Historical Society, the Neenah Historical Society, and the Menasha Public Library.
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Twisted Pistons Cruise-In 2021
Thursday, August 19,
Gates open at 2:00pm
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The tradition continues to support our local students in furthering their education through the Twisted Piston Cruise-In Scholarship! Join us for a afternoon/evening of family oriented fun in this 10th anniversary community event located on Main Street in Menasha, WI. There will be live music, drink and food. If bringing a show car, please remember to enter on Chute Street. Thank you and see you there! |
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Extension Winnebago County
The Extension Institute of Health & Well-Being works to catalyze positive change in Wisconsin families through evidence-based programs focused on nutrition, food security and safety, chronic disease prevention, mental health promotion, prevention of substance abuse and health insurance literacy. Our Health & Well-Being programming is divided into three areas of focus: Behavioral Health; Healthy Eating and Active Living; and FoodWIse.
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Memory Project
This engaging experience is intended to be enjoyed by those with memory loss as well as their care partner, family and friends and creates a rich and diverse environment where friendships are built and enjoyed among all those experiencing the journey.
Join a Memory Café on Zoom! Fox Valley Memory Project hosts cafés twice per week on Tuesdays at 11:00am and Fridays at 1:30pm. Watch Facebook for more information.
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Health Insurance Marketplace
The Health Care Marketplace has been opened by federal decree due to the COVID-19 emergency until August 15.
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LEAVEN
LEAVEN is here to help in times like these. Get help with rent, utilities, auto repairs, eviction, affordable housing, health insurance, and more. Call for an appointment.
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Frauds & Scams
The Federal Trade Commission has created a new way to report scams and fraud. When you file a report with the FTC, you are helping to build cases, stop scammers and alert others. Report to help fight fraud!
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Great Neighbors
Give a Shout Out to your great neighbor. Let them know you appreciate what they do for you and what they do to make your neighborhood a great place to live.
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Opportunity Grant
Workforce Innovation Opportunity Grants are for people 14 to 24 years who need financial assistance with education, employment help, skills development, and more.
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Menasha Seniors
Advocap meals are delivered Monday through Friday with weekend freezer meals available to anyone over the age of 60. A $3.75 donation is suggested. Call 920.725.2791 at least 24 hours in advance.
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LIBRARY HOURS
Monday - Friday 8:30 to 6:00
Saturday 9:00 to 1:00
Sunday Closed
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Elisha D. Smith Public Library
440 1st Street
Menasha, WI 54952
920.967.3690
menashalibrary.org
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