Hello, library friends --
Although we've had some good vaccine news recently, If you've been watching the news you know that our nation's COVID-19 numbers are not to be taken lightly right now. Everyone should be staying home as much as possible, avoiding gatherings, washing your hands and cleaning high-touch surfaces frequently, and wearing a covering over your mouth and nose whenever you are around people who aren't from your immediate household.
Many of us consider the library one of our essential services. It's important to have books, movies, puzzles and more to keep you entertained while you stay safe at home! The Mercer Library remains open to the public for all library services. We do require all library visitors ages 5 and older to wear a face mask at all times. We have disposable masks for your visit and still have a small number of reusable cloths masks to give away to anyone who needs one.
If you are unable to wear a mask OR would prefer not to enter the building for any reason, please don't hesitate to ask us about curbside service. We'd be happy to help fill your library needs while having as little contact as possible. We can provide any materials from our library collections, copying and faxing services, notary services, and more. Give us a call at 715-476-2366 to let us know how we can help!
We also have several online activities planned in December including a holiday trivia game, online book clubs, and more. Our digital collection is available to you at any time to download books and audiobooks using the Libby app on your phone or tablet, and Gale Courses offer all kinds of learning opportunities. Read on for some of the highlights or visit our website and Facebook for the latest news.
Take care out there, everyone - we're all in this together!
Teresa Schmidt
Library director
715-476-2366
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Holiday Trivia Contest - December 15
Save the date! The Mercer Library is teaming up with the Koller Memorial Library in Manitowish Waters to offer an ONLINE Holiday Trivia Contest next month.
Trivia | Music | Prizes
Play by yourself or with a team!
Tuesday, December 15 at 6:00 p.m.
This program will be free and open to everyone. Observers are welcome, too! Mark your calendar and stay tuned for more details.
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Curbside and online services
The library is open to the public, with masks required for all visitors ages 5 and older. If you are keeping yourself isolated to avoid the pandemic or can't wear a mask for any reason, we offer curbside delivery for all library materials and many other services. Just call us at 715-476-2366 to let us know what you need, and we'll be happy to help.
You can also take advantage of our online services with your library card number. Visit our website at www.mercerpubliclibrary.org for links to our digital collection of e-books and audiobooks, Gale Courses, Ancestry Library Edition, and Badgerlink resources.
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November Craft Kit
Our FREE craft kits have been popular so far! Each kit contains instructions and the materials needed to put together a fun craft at home. All ages are welcome to take a kit, including adults.
Kits are available at no charge thanks to support from the Friends of the Library. Pick them up beginning at noon on their "release date" and while supplies last.
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November 20 - Gratefulness banner, suggested for ages 4 and older (with help), appropriate for all ages
- December kits to be announced soon
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Book Clubs
Our book clubs are meeting virtually. Copies of the book will be available to borrow at the library, and new members are always welcome to join us!
Visit our online events calendar for more information and links to the online meetings. (Just click on the program listing in the calendar.)
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Friends of the Library "Secret Santa"
The Friends of the Library are inviting their members to participate in a socially-distanced Secret Santa project this year. Participants will be assigned a person to send gifts to, and then are invited to an optional online Secret Santa reveal party on December 28. If you'd like to participate, call the library at 715-476-2366 for more information. The deadline to sign up is November 25.
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Computer classes
File Management 101: Whether you’re a home computer user just typing up your holiday letters or a club secretary with dozens of files to sort through, good file management skills will save you time and frustration. Learn the basics of file management for your Windows or Mac computer in a FREE online class with librarian Teresa Schmidt. We'll talk about some tips for good password management, too. Due to a scheduling conflict, this class has been rescheduled for Thursday, December 3 at 11:00 a.m. Click here for the meeting link.
Tech Tuesday: Schmidt will also hold Tech Tuesdays by appointment to provide one-on-one help with your technology questions at the library. Appointments are available on December 1, 8, and 22. If you are not available on Tuesdays, we may be able to find another time. Call us at 715-476-2366 for more info.
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Support your library this holiday season
Want to support your library during this holiday shopping season? Here are two tips:
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Shop local! Our local businesses and their employees pay taxes that fund our library, so a great way to support us is to support them! Pick up your holiday gifts at one of our Mercer-area retail shops, get takeout or buy gift certificates from our local restaurants, and hire local service providers for your household and business needs.
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If you're shopping online for things you can't get locally, consider using Amazon Smile. Tell Amazon that you want to support the Friends of the Mercer Library, and a portion of your purchase will be donated to our library at no extra cost to you.
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Library Schedule
The library will be CLOSED on Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27 for Thanksgiving. Normal library hours are:
- Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9am to 5pm
- Tuesday and Thursday 9am to 6pm
- Saturday 9am to noon
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Did you know...
...you can check out more than just books at your library? Of course we offer a full collection of books, movies, and audiobooks for all ages. But the Mercer Public Library also has board games, a telescope, a jigsaw puzzle exchange, a full spectrum light useful for these dark months of the year, pressure and water-bath canning equipment, a portable speaker and microphone system, a digital camcorder with tripod, and other useful items that you can borrow. Stop by to see what's available!
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Fall/winter hours: Mon, Wed, Fri 9am-5pm; Tues, Thurs 9am - 6pm; Sat 9am-12pm
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