Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! I hope all the hunters out there are having a successful year, and that all of our library friends have a happy and restful holiday.
It's for real this time... Our beloved library assistant, Renie, will be retiring at the end of the year. She'll be here off and on in the coming weeks, so if you see her be sure to wish her well. This place won't be the same without her, that's for sure!
There's always a lot going on at your library. Read on for the latest news and events, including another evening of Grown-Up Story Hour, a visit with photographer and author Bob Kovar, craft activity for adults, and more.
See you soon at the library!
Teresa Schmidt
Library director
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Closed for Thanksgiving
The library will be closed on Thursday, November 24 and Friday, November 25 in honor of Thanksgiving.
Our digital collections never close, though - check out Wisconsin's Digital Library for ebooks and audiobooks and Kanopy for TV and films, all available 24/7 and free with your library card!
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Check out Wisconsin's State Parks
The Mercer Library is delighted to be a participant in the new "Check Out Wisconsin State Parks" pilot program. You can get a day pass valid at Wisconsin's State Parks for free with your library card!
The pilot program runs from now through March 1, 2023. Learn more on our website, or stop by and check out our display in the library.
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Tech questions and classes
Need to give a presentation to your organization, family, or other group? Let’s talk about PowerPoint!
Join us for a free Introduction to PowerPoint class on Monday, November 28 at 11:00AM. You'll learn to use Microsoft's popular presentation software to create slides and give a presentation. We'll cover basic topics like creating slides, adding images and other media, writing presenter notes, and presenting your talk.
There will be no formal Tech Tuesday sessions or other computer classes in December. However, you are still welcome to stop by with quick questions or call and ask for an appointment with Teresa for assistance with your gadgets. We'll do our best to find a time to get your questions answered!
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Beneath the Eagle Tree with Bob Kovar 12/1
At the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, northwoods resident and photographer Bob Kovar set out to shed a little light and levity into the world by sharing a daily post on his Facebook feed with enough good vibes to make anyone smile. He has compiled the best of his posts and photos in his new book, Beneath the Eagle Tree: early morning dreamscapes in portrait and verse.
Kovar will visit the Mercer Public Library on Thursday, December 1 at 2:00 p.m. Bob will talk about the book and how it came to be and share some of his photos. Copies of the book will be available for purchase.
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Grown-Up Story Hour on December 5th
Join us for another Grown-Up Story Hour on Monday, December 5 at 6:00 p.m. at the Mercer Senior Center. Grown-Up Story Hour is a fun hour of stories, poetry, and essays read by members of the community. You can join in the reading or just come to listen!
You are welcome to bring your own beverages and snacks or to bring something to share with the group if you like.
To have a story hour, we need readers! If you are interested in reading a piece of short fiction, poetry, or nonfiction, call the library at 715-476-2366 to let us know. This month we invite you to share a winter holiday reading, but all stories and poems are welcome.
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Craft Workshop: holiday gnomes on December 7th
Make a cute holiday gnome ornament in a free craft workshop for adults on Wednesday, December 7 at 1:30 p.m. All are welcome to join us, and no advanced registration is required.
The library will supply all the necessary materials, but you can bring yarn and a glue gun if you have them.
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We're hiring!
The Mercer Public Library in Mercer, Wisconsin, is hiring two part-time (25 hours/week) library assistants for Circulation & Technical Services and Circulation & Programming. Seeking candidates with great customer service skills, attention to detail, knowledge of basic office software, and comfort with technology. Experience in libraries, cataloging, and youth programming are a plus.
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Knitters and other crafters
Knitters and other fiber crafters gather in the library's Reading Room on Tuesday mornings at 9:00 t0 10:30 a.m. All are welcome!
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New items at the Library
Looking for something new to read or watch? New library arrivals are always listed on our website at mercerpubliclibrary.org/new-library-materials/. See something you like? Just click on it, and you'll be taken to our online library catalog where you can place a hold with your library card number.
Did you know? The library can now send notices about your library materials by text, email, or automated phone call. You'll get a notice when you have holds ready for pickup, items due for renewal or return, and overdue items. Ask at the library desk or give us a call at 715-476-2366 and we'll be happy to get you set up.
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Winter hours: Mon, Wed, Fri 9-5 -- Tues, Thurs 9-6 -- Sat 9-12
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