News from Monona Public Library — August 12, 2021 |
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WHAT'S HAPPENING AT MONONA PUBLIC LIBRARY |
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Monona Public Library Foundation
What is the difference between the Friends of the Monona Public Library and the Monona Public Library Foundation, Inc.? Both organizations raise funds for the library for expenditures outside the scope of the library’s budget. The Friends provide support for the immediate needs of the library, like assistance at library events and sponsoring programming at the library. Make a contribution to the Friends for an immediate purchase or library project by making your check payable to the Friends of the Monona Public Library to 1000 Nichols Road, Monona, WI 53716.
The Foundation provides support for the library’s long-term goals. Foundation funds are invested on a long-term basis through the Madison Community Foundation. Only a small percentage of the assets are available to be spent each year. Typically the Foundation would be the recipient of larger donations to the library, such as bequests. Learn more about Monona Public Library Foundation at mymonona.com/485.
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We have made our summer reading program virtual with all the same benefits: that good feeling as you reach your literacy goals, while also earning fabulous prizes! Join us on Beanstack, our new app that allows patrons to track their reading online, complete reading goals and activity challenges, and enter ticket drawings for prizes! All children and teens who participate will be given a prize pack in August, while supplies last. For more details about our reading program, and for tutorials on how to use Beanstack, please visit: http://mymonona.com/789/Reading-Program.
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Summer is here! Enjoy these titles that celebrate the season. Click on a book and place a hold to pick up some of these, or others by the same author or on the same subject. Need help placing holds? Email or call the library for assistance. |
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Demystify the most confusing of the Reduce, Reuse, Recycle loop! Learn the latest in recycling from Monona/Madison Terracycle coordinator Josie Gobel.
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Created by the Dane County Department of Waste & Renewables in collaboration with Madison Children’s Museum, the Trash Lab is a mobile exhibit designed to educate and motivate us to create less trash and rethink our relationship with waste.The exhibit explores the social justice, economic, and environmental effects of waste, connecting our local experiences to both local and global outcomes. Trash Lab will help citizens of all ages better understand the implications of the waste they produce, how landfills work, and new opportunities for more sustainable solutions.
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Friday Morning Book Group
The Friday Morning Book Group is online! The program focuses on thought-provoking and enjoyable reads in a variety of genres, including both fiction and non-fiction. This is a casual, drop-in group, so please join us when you can! This book discussion will take place on Zoom. Regular print, large print, and book on CD copies will be available at the library one month before the book discussion.
Every Third Friday, 10-11:30 am
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Tie Dye a pair of shoelaces with Tiffany outdoors! You can also bring in a white t-shirt, pair of white canvas shoes, etc. to tie dye with rubbing alcohol and sharpies! We will also have some funky beads available for you to thread onto your laces!
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Every Wednesday we will play Jackbox games, Among Us, Spaceteam, and other free-to-play games that are available on multiple devices! Discord (free voice chat service) is required to participate. If you're interested in joining, email Tiffany for a link to the Discord server: tiffany@mononalibrary.org.
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Enjoy storytimes with Angelika as she reads books, sings songs, and shares early literacy tips. Ages 2-5 but younger and older siblings/friends are always welcome.
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Ask for a craft bag, first come, first served, during Curbside Hours. Free! No checkout needed. Craft Bags also available in the library during our new open to the public browsing hours!
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Read to a Dog - August 16, 4:30 - 6:00pm
Beginning and independent readers are invited to register for a 15 minute time slot with a Dogs on Call volunteer and their canine! Registration Required. Masks recommended.
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Kids Naturally Newsletter Deborah Proctor, Wisconsin Master Naturalist, shares tips and ideas in a monthly newsletter on how to unplug your children and grandchildren and get them into the great outdoors where they can learn naturally. Check "Kids Naturally" on the Children's webpage.
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EVENTS
Adults, Children, Tweens, Teens, and Families! Our service model has shifted to provide virtual programming for all ages. Here are ways to connect with us online:
FACEBOOK LIVE NOTIFICATIONS
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YOUTUBE CHANNEL
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