What a lovely October we've been having! Let's just forget all about that white stuff we saw briefly last week and focus on the warm temperatures and spring-like weather we've been having this week. It's been so warm that the roses are blooming in the library's garden!
Of course, we would have nice weather as soon as I plan to hold our Halloween events inside. But I still think it's going to be great to have the indoor space to add activities. Read on to learn how you could be part of the fun on Halloween and at the many other events at your library.
Teresa Schmidt
Library director
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Halloween fun on October 31
Don't miss Trick or Treat at the library, now indoors for more fun and fewer frozen toes! Kids of all ages are invited to the library for Halloween, and community members and local organizations can enjoy being part of the fun by handing out candy and other treats.
Kids: show off your costume and collect candy and treats from community organizations and residents who’ve set up inside the library. The Mercer Leos and Lions will be offering complimentary food, the library has a few activities planned, and we have at least 7 area organizations and residents sharing Halloween treats. It's all happening on Halloween night from 4:00 to 6:00 PM.
Mercer School's Halloween Parade will start at 2:50 p.m. in downtown Mercer. The Mercer Chamber of Commerce is also encouraging downtown businesses to be open for trick-or-treating from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Community members: help us make this a fun event by handing out candy or other treats. Costumes are encouraged! For more information, visit our website or call the library at 715-476-2366.
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Grown-Up Story Hour at the Senior Center on November 7th
Join us for Grown-Up Story Hour on Monday, November 7 at 6:00 p.m. at the Mercer Senior Center. Grown-Up story Hour is a fun hour of stories, poetry, and essays read by members of the community. You can join in the reading or just come to listen!
Because the event is being held at the Senior Center where no food or drink service is available, the library will provide light refreshments. You are welcome to bring your own beverages and snacks or to bring something to share with the group, but it is not required.
To have a story hour, we need readers! If you are interested in reading a piece of short (5-15 minute) fiction or nonfiction, call the library at 715-476-2366 to let us know. If you’d like to read but don’t have a selection in mind, we can help you find one.
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Craft Supply Swap on November 12
Time to clean out your crafting stash? Want to try something new? Swap it!
Bring any unwanted craft supplies to the library during the week of November 7-11, 2022. Come back on Saturday, November 12 at 10:00AM to grab some new-to-you supplies in our free craft swap! All kinds of craft supplies are welcome: fabric, yarn, paper, paint, brushes, drawing tools, beads, jewelry findings, artificial flowers… or anything else you can use for art or crafts.
This is an informal swap, and all are welcome to take materials even if they don't have any to donate. The library does not attempt to monitor how much people are donating or taking, and any supplies left over at the end of the event will be donated to a local resale shop. Have more questions? Give us a call at 715-476-2366.
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Tech Tuesday for your technology questions
Drop-in "Tech Tuesday" sessions are back! Library director Teresa Schmidt will answer your questions on select Tuesdays from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Drop in with your questions about your smartphone, laptop, tablet, eReader, or other device.
Planned Tech Tuesday dates are:
- Tuesday, October 25 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
- Tuesday, November 8 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
- Tuesday, November 22 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Appointments for technology help are also still available. Call the library at 715-476-2366 to make a 30-45 minute appointment to discuss more in-depth issues.
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Ongoing programs @ Your Library
There are a number of things happening in our building every week, and not all of them are run by the library. Here's a selection of just some of the other things happening here:
- Mercer Health & Wellness Strong Bones exercise class, 10am on Mondays and Thursdays
- Ecumenical Bible Study, 8:30am on Tuesdays
- Mercer Library Knitters & Fiber Crafters, 9am on most Tuesdays
- AA Meetings on Thursday and Sunday evenings
Ask at the library for more information about any of these activities.
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Flu Shots available Tuesday 10/25
The Iron County Health Department (ICHD) will hold a walk-in flu shot clinic tomorrow, Tuesday, October 25 at 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Mercer Town Hall.
There will also be a walk-in Moderna covid vaccine clinic on Thursday, October 27 at the ICHD office in Hurley, offering primary and booster doses for all ages 6 months and older. Visit the ICHD website for information.
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Library Covid policies
Masks are recommended but are not required in the library. Please do not visit if you are exhibiting any symptoms of concern or if you have been instructed by your doctor or public health officials to isolate or quarantine. If you are unable to come into the library for any reason, please give us a call at 715-476-2366 and request curbside service. We're happy to help!
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Winter hours: Mon, Wed, Fri 9-5 -- Tues, Thurs 9-6 -- Sat 9-12
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