Library & Community News
November 3, 2021
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The Library is Open!
Come into the library to pick up your holds and browse for more materials to check out. Or use a computer.
Fall / Winter Hours
8:30 to 8:30 Monday - Thursday
8:30 to 6:00 Friday
8:30 to 4:30 Saturday
1:00 to 5:00 Sunday
Hours for Curbside Pickup
8:30 to 6:00 Monday - Friday
8:30 to 4:30 Saturday
1:00 to 5:00 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.
With the increased occurrences of COVID-19 cases in our area, patrons age 2 and above are required to wear a mask covering their mouth and nose while in the library regardless of vaccination status.
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The Library Has Board Games
The library added a collection of circulating board games for preschoolers through adults. This is just a starter collection and the library is planning on adding more over time. We have games such as Azul, Battleship, Boggle, Candyland, Clue, Forbidden Sky, Monopoly, Munchkin, Outfoxed, Takenoko, Ticket to Ride, Trouble, Wingspan and more.
Board games can be checked out for seven days. Stop by the library to see what’s available.
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Story Times
Family Story Times
Monday, November 8 &15, at 10:00am
Tuesday, November 9 & 16, at 10:00am
A story time series perfect for children birth - age 6 with their caring adult. Stories, songs, rhymes and early literacy skills are all part of this in-person weekly event. Social distancing and masks are required for adults and children over 2.
Mother Goose on the Loose Story Time
Friday, November 5, at 10:00am
Catch this story time chock full of early literacy for preschoolers with a parent or caregiver. Social distancing and masks are required for adults and children over 2.
Baby Story Time
Friday, November 19, at 10:00am
Stories, rhymes and songs in person for babies ages birth - 2. We focus on age appropriate books. songs, fingerplays, and activities for babies and toddlers. Social distancing and masks are required for adults and children over 2.
Marionetas, cuentos y más para niños. Join Mr. Victor as he tells stories in English and Spanish on Facebook @BibliotecaPublicadeMenasha
For more information, please call the Children's Room at 920.967.3670.
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Teen Zone
The Teen Zone has a 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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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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Check out our the new Wetlands Story Walk while reading a beautiful fall book on the way to Wild Space Learning-Scape at Heckrodt Wetland Reserve.
The Elisha D. Smith Public Library is excited about our new partnership with Heckrodt Wetland Reserve.
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Fiction Book Discussion
Thursday, November 4,
10:00am
Everyone is welcome to join our fiction book club -- Novel Thoughts -- for some lively conversation about great novels - from classics to recent favorites!
This month's book title: Normal People: A Novel by Sally Rooney.
If you would like a copy of this book, call us at 920.967.3690. (If there is inclement weather the book discussion may be held online.
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Nonfiction Book Club
Thursday, November 16
2:00pm
Everyone is welcome to join us for some serious - and not so serious - discussion of contemporary nonfiction the third Tuesday of every month.
If you would like a copy of this book, call us at 920.967.3690. (If there is inclement weather the book discussion may be held online.
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NaNoWrimo Write-In
(National Novel Writing Month)
Saturday, Nov. 6, 13, 20 & 27
1:00pm to 4:00pm
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It's National Novel Writing Month! Or, NaNoWriMo for short. All aspiring authors are invited to attend and begin working toward the goal of writing a 50,000 word novel by 11:59pm on November 30. Track your word count throughout the month at https://nanowrimo.org and get information about NaNoWriMo.
These write-in sessions will be participant organized and led by a local chapter member. Space is limited but you will be able to reserve a spot when you joined the local Facebook group: Fox Cities Wrimos (https://www.facebook.com/groups/182678121932394)
Write-ins give you a chance to hang out with other Wrimos, have snacks and coffee, and be inspired to write. Come for as long, or little, as you like. Bring along notebooks, laptops, or whatever you use to write.
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Memory Cafe
Wednesday, November 17 at 1:30pm
Join us in celebrating Veteran's Day for storytelling with Roy Rogers, a Vietnam War Veteran from the Menasha area who received a Purple Heart. He will share his
experiences as we honor our Veterans. This program is hosted by the Fox Valley Memory Project.
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Virtual Find Your Ancestors
Saturday, November 20,
at 9:00am
Family Roots Wisconsin meetings include a time to share news, share genealogy research techniques, and sometimes a speaker. Join the meeting online - https://www.menashalibrary.org/node/10338
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Virtual Watercolor Cards + Take and Make
Thursday, November 18, at 6:30pm
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Marisol Encarnacion will go over the basics of making four greeting cards with watercolors. This class is perfect for creating your one-of-a-kind holiday greeting.
Take and make kits with link and instructions will be available on November 11 while supplies last.
Visit the reference desk or send us an email - reference@menashalibrary.org
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2021 Wisconsin
Travel Brochures
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Looking for a fall Wisconsin 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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Looking to Take An Online Class?
Gale Udemy - Offers over 4,000 short courses and videos designed to teach specific skills. They offer topics ranging from development, IT, leadership, business, marketing, music, photography, design, stress management and much more. (A Google or Microsoft account.)
Gale Courses - Interactive, instructor led online courses available on a wide variety of topics. Courses run for six weeks and new sessions begin every month.
CreativeBug - Over 1,000 art and craft classes taught by recognized design experts and artists.
Miss Humblebee’s Academy - Introduces key concepts in math, science and social studies, language and literacy, art, and music to children ages 3-6.
All of these classes are available free using your library card.
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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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Wisconsin Public Library Consortium Survey |
The Wisconsin Public Library Consortium (WPLC) seeks your valued feedback on your experience with and the collection of materials in Wisconsin's Digital Library. Your input will help guide us as we continue to grow and develop the collection of ebooks, audiobooks, and other digital materials so it is most relevant to Wisconsin library patrons.
This survey is performed annually, and some questions are repeated from year to year. It will take an average of 10-15 minutes to complete and is available through November 5th.
The survey can be found here:
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The official closure of the Racine Street bridge to vehicle traffic has gone into effect on Monday, September 27. The navigation channel will remain open until October 15 and all boaters that require the bridge to be lifted while navigating through will continue to contact the bridge tender as they have all season. Even if boaters see the bridge in the open position, they should call to ensure the construction company is aware of the requested lift and boaters navigating through. Navigation season ends on October 15 for the 2021 season. At this time, the marina will close for the season. Any navigation under the bridge after October 15 will require a 12-hour notice.
Please contact Menasha Parks & Recreation Department at 920-967-3640 should you have any questions.
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High Cliff Connection Study
The East Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission (ECWRPC), in partnership with municipalities in the Fox Cities, is completing study for a new pedestrian / bicycle route along the northern edge of Lake Winnebago, linking communities to High Cliff State Park.
The study will consider accessibility, route types, land impacts, intersection crossings, amenities, and links to existing trail networks, to create a connection that will serve a variety of users, such as walkers, cyclists, and others.
Official Online Survey - Please take a few minutes of your time to provide us your personal insight on this project. Thank you!
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Free Community Thanksgiving Meal
Thursday, November 25
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In person dining: 12:00 - 2:00pm
Grand Meridian, 1621 N. Oneida Street, Appleton
No RSVP required for in-person dining.
Delivery hours: 9:00 - 11:00am
Delivery meals will be cold, with directions for reheating. All meal requests must be made by 3:00pm on Thursday, November 18. Sign up at www.christtherock.org/thanksgiving or call 920.730.8383.
This community outreach is only possible because of the generosity and support of many volunteers, local businesses and individual donors who make the Thanksgiving Meal happen each year.
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City of Menasha Parks and Recreation
Family First Activities
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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 or in person! Fox Valley Memory Project hosts cafés throughout the Fox Valley.
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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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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
As the Menasha Senior Center continues to gain momentum and add new classes, we invite you to come on in and enjoy the many benefits of the Center. Some of the classes have capacity limits, so please register early.
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LIBRARY HOURS
Monday - Thursday 8:30 to 8:30
Friday 8:30 - 6:00
Saturday 8:30 to 4:30
Sunday 1:00 - 5:00
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Elisha D. Smith Public Library
440 1st Street
Menasha, WI 54952
920.967.3690
menashalibrary.org
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