Hello, library friends -
I spent a few days last week at the Wisconsin Association of Public Libraries conference, and it's always a great chance for me to get out and hear what other libraries are doing, connect with colleagues across the state, and learn from the many experts we have here in Wisconsin and beyond.
What struck me at this conference was the depth and breadth of what libraries do to help their communities. I attended sessions on "traditional" library activities like book selection, children's programs, and fundraising. But I also attended sessions on how libraries are working towards improving lives through community engagement, news and media literacy instruction, and educating our communities about online privacy. Librarians are a passionate bunch when in comes to protecting your freedom to access information and building the social and structural networks to make our communities better places to live, learn, and grow.
Teresa Schmidt
Library director
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HouseWorks programs continue
We're learning from the pros this month at the library. Find out what your contractor wants you to know about your house to save time and hassle for everyone.
TODAY, May 6th at 5pm
we'll welcome Rob Schmidt from Schmidt and Sons to tell you what you need to know about your plumbing and septic system.
Learn more
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Garden program with Darrin Kimbler
Darrin Kimbler from the Iron County UW-Extension will present tips on "Extending the Garden Season" this Wednesday, May 8 at 12:30 p.m. This program is sponsored by the Mercer Seed Library.
Learn more
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Poisonous mushrooms of the Northwoods
Wisconsin’s woods are home to a huge variety of wild mushrooms, but do you know which ones to avoid? Tavis Lynch will present a free program on “
Poisonous Mushrooms of the Northwoods
” at the Mercer Public Library on Friday, May 17th at 1:00 p.m. Learn more about these fascinating fungi and hear from the author of
Mushroom Cultivation: an illustrated guide
.
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Computer Classes
Librarian Teresa Schmidt will host two classes this month:
- MailChimp - Friday, May 10 at 11:00 a.m. This free email marketing tool is a great resource for small businesses, organizations of all sizes, and individuals.
- PowerPoint for Beginners - Thursday, May 16th at 11:00 a.m. Learn the basics of this go-to program for presentations, slide shows, and even large-scale posters.
- Drop in for Tech Tuesdays at 1-3pm on May 7 and May 21.
All are free and open to all; no registration required!
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Parliamentary Survival
What do you need to know to survive a public meeting? Parliamentarian Robert Workinger will present a
free workshop on parliamentary procedures
on Monday, May 13 at 10:00 a.m. Learn the definitions of important parliamentary terms, gain resources you can use in your meetings, understand levels of authority, and work through scenarios to help you understand and apply proper procedures. Like all our library programs, it's free and open to everyone!
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"Better Angels: Reuniting America"
The Mercer Public Library and Fe University will present a free screening of the documentary “
Better Angels: Reuniting America
” on Friday, May 17th at 7:30pm. This documentary discusses the red/blue divide facing America and the work of the nonprofit Better Angels to address it by bringing liberals and conservatives together.
The program is free and open to all. For information, call the library at 715-476-2366.
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Late May programs
Be sure to check out our
full calendar of events
for details about all the other events we have planned for May, including:
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Business Bites: The Advertising Mix
Radio, television, cable, print, billboards, internet… They all can work, so how do you know where to spend your advertising dollars? Nick Ryan of Nick Ryan Communications in Wausau will help you make sense of the advertising mix for your small business in a
Business Bites program
on May 22 at 12:00 p.m. Lunch will be provided.
This series sponsored by the Iron County Development Zone, Mercer Area Chamber of Commerce, and Mercer Public Library. The program is open to all northwoods area businesses and prospective business owners. Please register in advance by calling the Chamber at 715-476-2389.
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Featured Artist: Julie Klug
Julie Klug will be our featured artist from May 20 through June 2019. She'll be sharing a variety of photographs featuring northwoods wildlife and scenery. She'll also be offering a special giveaway: stop in, take a look at the exhibit and "vote" on your favorite. One lucky visitor will win a matted print of their favorite!
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Other activities @ your library
- Knitters' gathering: Join your fellow knitters for an informal gathering on Monday mornings at the library, 9am to noon on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Mondays of the month.
- Friends of the Library will hold their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 14 at 10:00 a.m. New members are always welcome.
- The Mercer Book Club will meet on Wednesday, May 8th at 1:00 p.m. to discuss Dog Star by Peter Heller. Copies of the book are available at the library, and all are 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 May 10 and May 24 at 2-4pm.
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Winter hours: Mon, Wed and Fri 9am-5pm; Tues & Thurs 9am-6pm; Saturday 9am-noon
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