Library & Community News
September 15, 2021
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Fall/Winter Hours Begin
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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Friends of the Menasha Library Used Book Sale
Thursday, September 16 through
Monday, September 20
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Support the library while you shop and discover favorite materials. The book sale includes dvds, audiobooks and compact discs. Most items are $1 or less and any specialty items are clearly labeled. The sale ends on Monday, September 20, with a bag sale during daytime hours and then a giveaway of everything left at the end of the sale on Monday night. The library always accepts your donations of books and other media for the sale.
Early Bird Sale
Thursday, September 16: 4:00pm to 8:00pm
($3 admission)
Book Sale
Friday, September 17: 8:30am to 4:30pm
Saturday, September 18: 9:00am to 3:00pm
Sunday, September 19: 1:30 to 4:30pm
Bag Sale—$4.00/bag
Monday, September 20: 10:00am to 4:00pm
Free for the Taking
Monday, September 20: 5:00 to 7:00pm
(everything left is free)
All of the proceeds from the sale are used to fund programs, materials, equipment, and services at the library.
Masks will be required regardless of COVID vaccine status.
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The Library Now 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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Mo Willems Fall Reading Club
September 7 - October 30
Kids age 3 though 5th grade —Sign up begins Tuesday, September 7 at the Children’s Desk for the Mo Willems Fall Reading Club. Read a little each day and collect bookmarks and a book plus free coupons.
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Story Times
Baby Story Times
Friday, September 24, at 10:00am
Stories, rhymes and songs for babies ages
birth - 2. Social distancing and masks are recommended.
Family Story Times
Monday, September 20 & 27, at 10:00am
Tuesday, September 21 & 28, 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 recommended.
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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Check Out Our Collection of Wonderbooks |
Playaway is changing the way kids read along. Every Wonderbook is a print book with a ready-to-play audiobook inside. Kids will press play to read along with their favorite books and then switch to learning mode for literacy learning and fun. |
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Whether it's your very first day of school ever, or your first day at high school, hoopla can help! Check out the collections for Required Reading for teens and college-aged students, classical music and other soothing sounds for study time, and even our collection to help parents and caregivers navigating a new year. |
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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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Virtual DIY -
Hypertufa Pumpkins
Thursday, September 16,
at 6:30pm
Learn how to make your own hypertufa pumpkins to add a fall decor to your garden. This will be a virtual demonstration with master gardener Steve Schultz. Get step by step instructions and follow his tips and techniques.
Materials will be posted the week before.
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Find Your Ancestors
Saturday, September 18, at 9:00am
Everyone is invited to join the Family Roots Wisconsin when they hold their monthly genealogy meeting on the third Saturday of each month at 9:00am. Meetings include a time to share news, a time to share genealogy research techniques, and sometimes a speaker.
Meetings are usually held at the library but are now online. There are no dues to belong to Family Roots Wisconsin. (There is a charge if you would like to receive the newsletter.)
Chromebooks are available for checkout from the library if you need one to attend.
To participate, join the meeting from your computer.
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VIRTUAL: Landlord and Tenant Rights & Responsibilities Under WI Law
Monday, September 20, at 5:00pm
Jeffrey Kersten of the Wisconsin Bureau of Consumer Protection will present information on landlord and tenant rights and responsibilities under Wisconsin law.
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Nonfiction Book Discussion
Tuesday, September 21,
at 2:00pm
Smith Park Pavilion
This month's book title is My Own Words by Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Everyone is welcome to join us for some serious - and not so serious - discussion.
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Virtual Three Part History Series -
The Fox Cities in the Vietnam War Era
Tuesday, October 5, at 7:00pm
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Presented by UW-Oshkosh-Fox Cities Professor Steven Sheehan, the series will take us from the optimistic early years of the war, to the turbulent antiwar protest of the late 1960s, to the establishment of the local Hmong community in the 1980s, these years made an important and lasting impact on our community.
October 5- Promises to Keep: The Cold War and US Commitment in Vietnam
In the spring of 1965, the US began to fight what we call the “Vietnam War.” This presentation will explore how and why the US government determined to fight that war, and how Fox Cities residents perceived and responded to that increasing commitment.
December 7 - Protest in the Fox Cities: The War Moratorium of 1969
February 8 - The Vietnam Era and the Fox Cities Hmong Community
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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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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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Annual Photo Contest for City Calendar |
City Hall is currently accepting photo submissions for their annual Horizon Calendar.
If selected, your photo may be considered for the front cover or somewhere in the calendar, giving credit to you, the photographer, if requested. The only requirement is the photo must be taken within the City of Menasha. Good luck!
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East Central Wisconsin Regional
Planning Commission
The East Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission (ECWRPC), is working on preparing an update to the region’s existing comprehensive plan, which was adopted in 2008. The new plan will set forth a vision and policies that will guide future land use decisions for the next 25 years. The kickoff process started this May with outreach efforts to participating counties and local constituents.
Residents will have several opportunities to provide input, including a short online survey that is available below. The Planning Commission will be meeting regularly with its standing committees, technical advisory committees (TAC’s), and focus groups during 2021 and 2022 to review the draft background chapters and to discuss land use related policies. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend all meetings to provide their input on regional issues and opportunities.
Survey will be available at least until 9/30/2021.
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Menasha Farm Fresh Market
Thursdays, June 3 - October 28
2:00 - 7:00pm
Curtis Reed Square
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Visit Menasha's Farm Fresh Market this summer for a variety of local produce and artisan goods. |
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The virtual 20th Anniversary Tour of Bicycle Film Festival is returning to Wisconsin, September 10 - 19. BFF Wisconsin is presenting an all-new international selection of the most important short films from the BFF collection. Hosted by Wisconsin Bike Fed.
A portion of all ticket sales goes to support the work of the Wisconsin Bike Fed.
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City of Menasha Police Department
Abandoned Property Auction
City Ordinance 3-4-2, Lost or Abandoned Property, describes the method by which abandoned property in possession at the Police Department can be disposed of. Using an auction is one approved method which the City recovers some of the money associated with the costs of storing these items. After researching various auction options we have selected Hansen Auction Group to serve as the auctioneer for 2021. Attached is the list of items which are scheduled to be auction off. The auction will start between August 26th and August 29th, with an open house on September 9th. The Auction will close the week of September 13th. A list of the auction items can be found here.
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City of Menasha Parks and Recreation
Family First Activities
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Art after Dark
Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass
Thursday, September 16
5:00 - 10:00pm
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Light up the night by wearing Day-Glo clothing and accessories. Tour the museum’s collections inside and chill outside along Lake Winnebago with Mile of Music curated music, food trucks, local brews, and great community vibes… and admission is FREE!
IMPORTANT HEALTH NOTE: Due to updated COVID-19 guidelines from the CDC and Winnebago County Health Department on August 4th, 2021, Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass asks that all visitors, volunteers, and staff wear facial masks INSIDE the museum. Masks are optional OUTSIDE at this event. Thank you for your support.
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National Voter Registration Day |
National Voter Registration Day is a nonpartisan civic holiday celebrating our democracy. First observed in 2012, it has quickly gained momentum ever since. Nearly 4.5 million voters have registered to vote on the holiday to date.
Celebrated on the fourth Tuesday of September, National Voter Registration Day will next take place on September 28, 2021 when volunteers and organizations from all over the country will “hit the streets” in a single day of coordinated field, technology and media efforts. National Voter Registration Day seeks to create broad awareness of voter registration opportunities to reach tens of thousands of voters who may not register otherwise.
To register, go to MyVote.wi.gov or stop by the library. Someone will be available to help you, if needed.
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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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Great Neighbors
Give a Shout Out to your great neighbor. Let them know you appreciate what they do for you and what they do to make your neighborhood a great place to live.
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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 - Friday 8:30 to 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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