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Library & Community News
June 22, 2022
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Library Hours
Come into the library to pick up your holds and browse for more materials to check out. Or use a computer.
Summer Hours
8:30 to 8:30 Monday - Thursday
8:30 to 6:00 Friday
9:00 to 1:00 Saturday
Closed Sunday
The library will be opening at 10:30am on Thursday, June 23.
Hours for Curbside Pickup
8:30 to 4:30 Monday - Friday
9:00 to 1:00 Saturday
Closed 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.
Masks are optional.
More Information
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Monday, June 6 - Saturday, August 13, 2022
Register Now!
Our entire community is invited to join our summer reading adventure! All ages are encouraged to take part in our reading challenges and attend our summer events. There will be reading challenges, outdoor movies, story time at local parks and the pool and hands-on workshops.
Register in person at the library. Visit a service desk to learn more or register yourself and/or your child:
Birth—5th grade: Children’s Info Desk
6th grade and up: Reference Desk
For more information, visit menashalibrary.org/summer
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CREATE something unique
EXPLORE your interests
LEARN through play
Visit our community makerspace studio at the library. A staff member is available for tours and to answer questions.
We have a 3D printer, laser cutter, photo printer, large format printer, audio visual equipment, green screen, Adobe software, a drawing table, Cricut, flight simulator and more.
For details and material prices, visit – menashalibrary.org/smithworks
Summer hours for SMITHworks is
12:00 - 3:00pm.
Come check it out!
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The Library Has a Collection of
Games and Puzzles to Check Out
The library added a collection of circulating games and puzzles that can be checked out for seven days. Stop by the library to see what’s available.
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Wheely Fun at Jefferson Park
Wednesday, June 22,
at 5:00pm
Bring your favorite set of wheels to test your skills against our obstacle course then check out the City's machines with a touch-a-truck! Watch for registration information. Presented with City of Menasha Parks and Recreation. For ages 3 through 5th grade.
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Family Story Time with Miss Pippi
Tuesday, June 28,
at 10:00am
Join Miss Pippi for stories, songs, and rhymes. A story time series perfect for children from birth through age six with their caring adult.
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Hora del Cuento
Wednesday, June 29, at 10:00am
Spanish story time focuses on engaging Latina/o preschoolers to discover the library and engage through modern songs, play, and literature.
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Splish Splash Story Time at the Pool
Thursday, June 30,
at 9:00am
An interactive story time at the Menasha Pool followed by playtime in the pool! Geared for ages 6 and under with their adult. This story time is put on by Menasha Parks and Rec and meets on Thursdays from June 16 - August 11. There is a cost of $2/child; story time days with the library will be free!
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Storytime at Hart Park
Tuesday, July 5, at 10:00am
Join Miss Pippi for stories, songs, and rhymes at the park! A story time series perfect for children from birth through age six with their caring adult. Those attending are encouraged to bring a blanket or camp chair to sit on during storytime.
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Pizza and a Move in Smith Park
Wednesday, July 6, at 7:30pm
Activities start at 7:30pm, movie begins at dusk. Enjoy the silver screen and a great evening the park with dinner too!
Movie: TBD
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Baby Story Time
Thursday, July 7 & 21, at 10:00am
A story time series perfect for children from birth through age two with their caring adult. Older siblings are
welcome to join us.
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New Arrivals
Click here to see the newest library books and games available for young adults. Place them on hold or have them set aside-- 920.967.3690.
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Teen’s Time Machine Tuesdays - Face Painting and Tattoos
Tuesday, July 5 & 12,
from 2:00 - 4:00pm
Experiment with face painting using pencils and professional paints. Create a temporary tattoo using our SMITHworks Cricut.
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Build a Boat Help Session
Wednesday, July 6,
at 2:30pm
This is an optional meeting day for those participating in the Build a Boat program. There will be materials and assistance available for testing your boat in preparation of the big competition next week.
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Boat Competition (Part 2 of Build a Boat)
Wednesday, July 13,
at 2:30pm
Today is the big competition! A boat show and boat race will take place in the library foyer. Boats that were 3D printed from last month's program will compete in various categories. Competitions will be held near the entrance of the library.
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Flags and Anthem Supporting Ukraine
Wednesday, June 22, at 3:30-5:30pm
Show support for the people of Ukraine by creating a Ukrainian flag to display. Materials and sewing machines from our SMITHworks will be provided. Then, enjoy a special arrangement of the Ukrainian National Anthem performed by community members at 4:30 and 5:00pm.
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Jewelry Chain Making with Artist Ger Xiong
Saturday, June 25,
at 10:00am
Learn how to make your own jewelry exploring Hmong chain links with visual artist Ger Xiong. Registration required and will open on June 1. To register, contact the Reference Desk at 920.967.3690.
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20,000 Years in the Blink of An Eye—The past, present and future of the Great Lakes
Wednesday, June 29,
at 6:30pm
How did the Great Lakes form and change through time to what we know today? Join Dr. Titus Seilheimer for a journey through time to look at where the Great Lakes have been, are now, and going in the future.
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Green Screen Background Basics Workshop with Adobe Premiere Elements
Tuesday, July 5,
at 3:00pm
Learn the basics on how to create
virtual backgrounds for your videos by utilizing our new Green Screen &
Adobe Premiere Elements software. The Green Screen is located in the lower level in the SMITHworks Makerspace. For young adults and adults.
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Free Legal Assistance Clinic
Tuesday, July 5,
from 4:30 - 6:30pm
Winnebago Free Legal Assistance Clinic provides free legal assistance on most civil legal issues. The services provided are limited and are on a first come first serve basis. Please bring any paperwork that is relevant to your case so the volunteers can better assist you.
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Fiction Book Discussion
Thursday, July 7, at 10:00am
This month's book title: The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead. Request a hold by calling the Circulation Desk at 920.967.3680 or email us at
reference@menashalibrary.org.
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Wisconsin's Digital Library
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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Free Online Classes
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 is needed.)
Interactive, instructor led online courses available on a wide variety of topics. Courses run for six weeks and new sessions begin every month.
Over 1,000 art and craft classes taught by recognized design experts and artists.
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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Sunday, July 3
Downtown Menasha
Parade of lights starts at 9:15pm at Riverside Park in Neenah and goes to Downtown Menasha. Food, beer, and music in Curtis Reed Square from 3:30 to 10:00pm.
Monday, July 4
There will be events all afternoon and evening at Riverside Park in Neenah and Jefferson Park in Menasha culminating with the Neenah & Menasha Fireworks at dusk.
Find a complete schedule here.
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Attic Chamber Theater -
Wait Until Dark
July 8 - 16, at 7:00pm
U.W. Oshkosh Fox Valley Communication Arts Center
A recently blinded woman is terrorized by a trio of thugs while they search for a heroin-stuffed doll they believe is in her apartment.
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Nature Friends till Summers End – Live Frogs of Heckrodt
Wednesday, July 20,
from 9:00-10:00am
Looking for something fun to do with your kids this summer? Join our FREE family program series called Nature Friends till Summers End. This summer program series will be naturalist lead and completely outdoors. We’ll visit unique parts of the Reserve and see some of our native animals. Participants plan to dress for the weather and have a lot of fun!
This month’s topic will be – Live Frogs of Heckrodt.
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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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211
211 is the most comprehensive source of information about local resources and services in the country. It’s powered by people: thousands of caring, local experts are available to help, 24/7. Calls to 211 are confidential and can be anonymous.
The 211 network in the United States responds to more than 20 million requests for help every year. Most calls, web chats, and text messages are from people looking for help meeting basic needs like housing, food, transportation, and health care. 211 can be accessed by phone or computer, at 211.org. A toll-free call to 211 connects you to a community resource specialist in your area who can put you in touch with local organizations that provide critical services.
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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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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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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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SUMMER LIBRARY HOURS
Monday - Thursday 8:30 to 8:30
Friday 8:30 - 6:00
Saturday 9:00 to 1:00
Sunday Closed
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Elisha D. Smith Public Library
440 1st Street
Menasha, WI 54952
920.967.3690
menashalibrary.org
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