News from Monona Public Library — March 11, 2022
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WHAT'S HAPPENING AT MONONA PUBLIC LIBRARY
Take a look at some of the fantastic books we have in our special Women's History Month digital book display! 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.
ADULTS
Sunday, March 13, 2022  2:00 PM
Join us for a special screening that explores the true history of our nation through Dr. Alex Gee's journey into his own ancestry. If you want to understand how America's legacy of the Black experience extends to the racial inequalities that still exist today, then you need to hear this story of family revelations and hope. The online screening will be followed by a brief reflection opportunity.

Justified Journey tells Dr. Gee's story as he makes the poignant discovery that alters his perspective on the past and the future. As he reflects on his story, Gee reveals how it embodies the wider struggle for black equality and equity in America and what must be done to create real change.

Justified Journey has attracted international attention after being named Best Documentary in the 2020 Indian Indie Film Festival and a Silver Award in the 2020 Spotlight Documentary Film Awards. Registration required.
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Dr. Alex Gee is the President, founder, and visionary of the Nehemiah Center for Urban Leadership Development.
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
You don’t have to be wealthy to need an estate plan. Estate planning is the process of
designating who will receive your assets and handle your responsibilities when you’re
no longer able. While none of us wants to think about dying or being incapacitated,
improper estate planning -- or having no plan at all (big mistake) -- can lead to family
disputes, long court litigation, loss of privacy, and excess money paid in taxes. In this series, you’ll learn proactive steps you can take now to help settle your life’s affairs later. Attend one or participate in them all!

  • Monday, 3/28 @ 6:30 pm Life and Death Decisions. What you need to know to act as a healthcare agent for your loved one.

  • Monday, 4/25 @ 6:30 pm Anticipate family conflicts. Often, family conflicts are just below the surface or are kept in check while the parents are alive. These conflicts can erupt after one or both parents pass.

Monona Public Library Foundation presents this estate planning series featuring
Amanda Pirt Meyer from Haskins Short & Brindley in Monona.
TWEENS & TEENS
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
NEW TIME!
Thursday, March 17, 24, and 31 @ 9:30am

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.
Can’t make it to the Live Event? No worries! Enjoy Storytime at Your convenience on our
Big News! Our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Program has been added to Beanstack, our reading challenge platform! Head to mononalibrary.beanstack.org to sign up. Log each time you read a book to earn awesome badges and prizes. Contact youth@mononalibrary.org with questions on how to get started or transfer existing information from the paper log to this new easy-to-use format. Happy reading!

Ask for a craft bag, first come, first served. Free! No checkout needed. Craft Bags are available in the library and through our Curbside Pickup!

Don't forget to send a picture of your craft to youth@mononalibrary.org. We can't wait to see what you create!
Short on time to place holds or browse the shelves? Have our Youth Services Team do it for you! We are here to help families who are limited on time or don't feel comfortable coming into the library due to COVID. By filling out our Book Bundle Form, you can highlight age groups, reading level, and interests of the children we are bundling for.
We can't wait to make some awesomely curated picks for you and your family!
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:

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