December 2024 at Shorewood Public Library | |
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With the arrival of the winter season, we're celebrating all the wonderful things that make December at the library special, from cozy reading corners and enriching programs to community gatherings and book recommendations.
Read on for all the exciting library happenings this month—and don't forget to stop by the library to explore our collection, connect with others, and share in the spirit of the season! ❄️
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Currier & Ives
Art History Lecture
Friday, December 6th
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Village Center Meeting Room (Library Lower Level)
🌟 No registration required
In this presentation covering the most prolific company of lithographers in the United States, Professor Karri L. Fritz-Klaus of the Cornerstone History Symposium will take us on an art journey dating back to the Victorian period. Through a series of artworks depicting social life of the times and the rich history of these chroniclers of America, Karri will guide us in understanding the preserved history within these works, uncovering key themes, and perhaps discovering new ones together!
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First Friday Walks
Friday, December 6th
11:30 AM
Location: Meet at Shorewood Public Library and walk in Shorewood
🌟 No registration required
Shorewood Public Library and the Shorewood Longevity Project present “First Friday Walks”! These 30-40 minute guided walks through the village were planned mindfully to help build community and wellness through winter, and encourage us to keep moving our bodies even when it seems that everything else has slowed down. Walks will begin at 11:30 AM and all are welcome to join! The walk is stroller-friendly, but please leave pets at home for the safety of all walkers.
Walks will be held in light rain, but if the weather is really inclement (heavy rain, ice, unsafe conditions), we will cancel. Additionally, feel free to call the library any time at (414) 847-2670 to check in on the status of the walks.
Please dress for the weather, bring water, walk at your own risk, and have fun!
We are so excited to walk with you!
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Consumer Protection
Program Series
Common Scams and Frauds on
Thursday, December 12th
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Identity Theft: Protect and Prevent on
Tuesday, December 17th
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Village Center Meeting Room (Library Lower Level)
🌟 No registration required
We'll be hosting a Consumer Protection Program Series in December! Ben Merens from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) will present on Common Scams and Frauds on Thursday, December 12th and Identity Theft on Tuesday, December 17th. Both programs will be held in the Village Center Meeting Room (Library Lower Level) at 1:00 PM with no registration required. See you there!
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Storytimes
Join us for fun, music, stories and lots of learning! 🌟 No registration required.
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✨ Music & Movement Storytime
Tuesday, December 3rd
Tuesday, December 17th
4:00 PM
Location: Library Program Room
This 40 minute storytime is geared toward children ages 2 to 6, with an adult (siblings are welcome). These sessions incorporate music and movement into all books, songs, and rhymes. Get ready to sing and dance along!
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✨ All-Ages Storytime
Thursday, December 5th
Thursday, December 19th
9:30 AM
Location: Village Center Meeting Room (Library Lower Level)
This 40 minute storytime is geared toward children ages 6 months to 6 years but is open to all ages, with an adult (siblings are welcome). We will share stories, songs, flannel stories, fingerplays and much more!
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Family Fun: STEAM Night
Tuesday, December 10th
Drop in any time between
3:30 PM and 5:00 PM
Location: Library Program Room
Activity: Experimenting with Circuits
🌟 No registration required
Join us for an evening of STEAM activities for the whole family! This month, we'll be experimenting with circuits!
STEAM Night projects are geared toward children ages 8-12, with an adult (siblings are welcome).
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Tween + Teen Anime Club
Thursday, December 12th
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Library Program Room
🌟 No registration required
Calling all Anime Fans in 5th-12th grade!
Join us to watch anime on our big screen, make anime themed crafts, and enjoy various snacks from around the world!
This will be our last Anime Club of 2024 - stay tuned for updates for 2025!
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Transparent Language Online
Did you know you can learn languages free with your library card and Transparent Language?
Transparent Language Online provides a fun and engaging experience for learners of all levels looking to build their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in a foreign language.
With over 100 languages to choose from, including English for speakers of over 26 languages, there is something for every learner. Get started with Transparent Language today!
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New Assistant Director:
Noah Weckwerth
Shorewood Public Library welcomed Noah Weckwerth as our new Assistant Director in October 🎉🎉🎉
Noah comes to Shorewood with a wealth of public library experience and ideas for the library and Shorewood community.
Learn more about Noah below and
say hi the next time you see him at the library!
Tell us a little about your life outside of work…
- I have an affinity for British mystery shows and playing tennis. Shorewood needs more courts! What I like to do most outside of work is read; specifically, literary fiction, social science, mystery, and the occasional cookbook. Sometimes I eat pepperoni pizza and I coffee too (noun and verb).
What’s a favorite personal quote of yours?
- “Yeah, well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man.” (Jeff Lebowski)
What’s your favorite part of working here so far?
- Working in the library allows me to meet so many Shorewoodians, and we have such a diverse and friendly community. Every day brings a new, unexpected conversation or connection.
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November's
Holiday Book Talk
with Daniel Goldin
In November, we held our Annual Holiday Book Talk with Daniel Goldin of Boswell Book Company and the Friends of Shorewood Public Library.
Daniel shared three dozen of his new favorite fiction, non-fiction, and children’s books. The event was huge success bringing in close to 90 attendees.
Click the button below to check out our blog post about the event and see what books were talked about ✨ Happy holiday reading!
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See all of our upcoming December programs in our online events calendar! You can filter by age group, view events in a list format, or do a keyword search to find a specific event you're looking for.
Click a button below for all December events by age group:
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Our Library Book Clubs are welcoming gatherings for book lovers to explore diverse genres, share insights, and foster a sense of community!
Books Clubs take place in the Library Program Room 🌟 No registration required.
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December's PM Book Club pick is an intoxicating, hypnotic novel that introduces an astonishing new world, an infinite labyrinth full of startling images and surreal beauty. Check out Piranesi by Susanna Clarke and join the conversation on Wednesday, December 4th at 7:00 PM.
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December's AM Book Club pick, The Corrections by Jonathan Franzen, is a grandly entertaining novel for the new century -- a comic, tragic masterpiece about a family breaking down in an age of easy fixes. Join the conversation on Thursday, December 19th at 11:00 AM. | | |
This month, we're sharing our favorite vinyl from our Shorewood Public Library vinyl collection ❄️ Check them out at the library! | |
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Into the Shallows
The Rare Occasions
Recommended by KAYLA, who says she "cannot recommend this band enough. They're usually described as indie/alternative, but have so much versatility where no two songs sound the same. Beyond the overall hypnotizing sound of the vocals and instruments, they have some of the most beautiful writing [she has] ever come across in music."
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Back in Black
AC/DC
"When I was a kid, my dad would drive us around the middle of Wisconsin in his rusted-out beater hatchback looking for water springs and wild asparagus. This cassette was always in the deck, and we’d just listen to it over and over. As an adult, I’m not much of a classic rock fan, but this one takes me back. All bangers on here, and a real education for the nine-year-old in your life."
Recommended by NOAH
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Gemini Rights
Steve Lacy
Recommended by CAROLYN, who notes there are several folks on staff at Shorewood Public Library who enjoy this LP, and that it has a "very chill vibe a la old school r&b."
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The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill
Lauryn Hill
Recommended by KATE, who says it's "the perfect record to listen to on a quiet night in. With big hits like Doo Wop (That Thing) and Everything is Everything that will make you sing along and soulful ballads, every song is proof that Hill is one of the great vocalists of our time. Listening to her on vinyl only enhances that effect."
| Recommended by MEGAN, who loves ABBA's mix of pop and melancholy. | |
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Friends of Shorewood Public Library provides financial and volunteer support to Shorewood Public Library. They are wonderful advocates and strive to ensure the library remains a vital and essential part of village life.
Do you love Shorewood Public Library? Click a button below to see how you can join the Friends, or check out the Friends' online bookstore!
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SHOREWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
3920 North Murray Avenue
Shorewood, WI 53211
414 847-2670
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