July 2019 library news
Hello, library friends -

The library's been a busy place this month! We're hopping with visits from Mercer School's Summer Rec program, kids' activities, and plenty of people in to check out our collections of books, movies, board games, and audiobooks.

Don't forget that in addition to the usual library services, the Mercer Library is a great resource when you need to get a little work done. We offer high-speed wifi, copying and faxing services for a small fee, scanning, public computers, a notary public, a meeting room, and much more. When your visitors from "down below" complain that your internet is too slow or the cabin is too crowded to get any work done, go ahead and send 'em our way. ;)

Happy Independence Day! Have a fun and safe celebration!

Teresa Schmidt
Library director
Frederick Douglass portrayed

Frederick Douglass was one of the most prominent civil rights figures in history. After escaping slavery and teaching himself to read and write, Douglass spent his life advocating for social justice and equal rights for all people.

Learn more about this amazing figure in American history at a Living History presentation with Steven Cole on Tuesday, July 23rd at 6:30 p.m . at the Mercer Library. Learn more
2019 Summer Reading Program: "A Universe of Stories"

It's not too late for kids to participate in some of our summer reading activities! Sign up before July 3 for the summer reading program and a chance to win some fun prizes, or join us for some of our upcoming events.
  • Reading Rewards: Pick up a reading log (preschool-4th grade) or reading Bingo card (5th grade - high school), complete your reading goals and turn in your logs by August 2 to be entered to win one of our summer reading prize packages.
  • Celebrate the sun with your library on July 11, and have a Moon Landing Party on July 18.
  • Join the Discovery Center for a traveling naturalist program about Beavers on July 25.
  • "Tie up" the summer with a Tie-Dye activity on July 29.

Visit our website for more info and the full schedule of events!
Callie Bates author chat

Callie Bates, the author of the final book in the "Waking Land" trilogy, The Soul of Power , will join us at 1:00 p.m. on July 17 to talk about her books. Copies will be available for sale. Learn more
American Girl doll raffle

The Friends of the Library are holding another American Girl Doll raffle! This year's package includes an American Girl Truly Me doll and all the outfits and accessories she needs to enjoy our northwoods winters, including a skating outfit, snowboard, and more. Tickets are available now at the library for $5 each or 3/$10. The drawing will be held in September.
Friends of the Library Used Book Sale

Our annual summer Used Book Sale will be on August 8 through August 10 during normal library hours. We are now accepting donations for the sale. Please check out our website for guidelines on what we accept.
Other activities @ your library

  • The U.S. Census will be hiring thousands of workers nationwide to conduct the 2020 Census. A representative will be at the library for a Census Jobs Info & Applicant Day on Tuesday, July 23 at 9am to noon for anyone who wants to learn more about census job opportunities.
  • Drop in for Tech Tuesdays at 2-4pm on July 9 and July 16 this month. If those times aren't convenient, call the library at 725-476-2366 to make an appointment.
  • Adults and teens are welcome to join us for "Coffee & Coloring" on July 12 and July 26 at 2-4 p.m. Coloring is a great way to relax - bring your own projects to work on or use some of our coloring pages and supplies.
  • Friends of the Library will hold their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 9 at 10:00 a.m. New members are always welcome.
  • The library will be CLOSED on July 4 and on August 7 for Loon Day.
  • Be sure to check out our full calendar of events to stay up to date with the latest schedule.
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