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E-Newsletter
June 20, 2022
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Design for the new library is in progress with a goal of starting construction in late fall 2022. To proactively keep the project on budget, a professional cost estimator was hired to provide construction cost estimates at two key times. Cost estimations are not typically done for hard bid municipal projects but with the extraordinary increase in construction costs due to changes in the supply chain and labor shortages, we found this step to be even more critical to keep our project on budget.
The first cost estimate was completed in May and was about 30% higher than our anticipated construction budget. After taking a look at plans to see how we can provide the necessary function for the best value, we still needed to lower costs. To address the estimated costs, the size of building will be reduced by about 15%.
The project was discussed at the June 6th Village Board meeting.
We hope to have floor plans and renderings to share with the community soon!
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jennifer Way, Library Director at (608)835-2322.
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The library will be closed Monday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day.
Books and other library materials can be returned to the outdoor book drop facing the Senior Center.
Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, July 5th.
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Online Resources Available 24/7 | |
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In addition to physical items, your library card gets you access to online resources that are available 24/7.
Explore all our online resources on our website under Research & Discovery.
If you have a card but are having trouble using it, please email orelib@oregonlibrary.org.
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Ancestry Library Edition provides you access to the world's largest online family history resource!
This resource is available on site at the Oregon Public Library.
Paid for by Oregon Public Library
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Search for the perfect book based on age range, Lexile, setting, mood, tone, and other terms of appeal with NoveList Plus!
Provided by the Oregon Public Library
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Summer Fun with Books and Math! | |
Summer Library Program
June 6 to August 20
For all ages.
From birth to adult, readers of all kinds are challenged to read, complete activities, and write reviews to earn prizes. It’s a choose your own adventure style program!
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Summer Math Adventures
June 6 to August 20
For children Preschool through Grade 5.
Explore math through games and activities and earn prizes! Grab a Bingo card at the Library!
This program is designed by local math teacher Mr. Ebert and his colleagues at Wisconsin Mathematics Council.
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Events for Kids & Families | |
Magic Show with Nickey Fynn | | |
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Thursday, June 30 at 2 pm
At Prairie View Elementary, 300 Soden Dr
Family event for all ages. No registration.
Prepare yourself for a comedic vaudevillian-style jaw-dropping magical experience as Nickey Fynn silently manipulates cards, coins, ropes, silks, balloons, and even salt with effortless precision.
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Fridays at 1pm
In the Children's Area
Family event for all ages. No registration.
First Chapter Friday is a sneak-peek of a chapter book to get children to want to read the rest of the book. We also have more suggestions based on the theme along with activities!
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We Read We Wiggle
Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10 am
Outdoor Location at Prairie View.
Registration is required. Both Tuesday and Wednesday are full. To be added to waitlist, please email Youth Services.
Geared for ages 2-5, older or younger children welcome.
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Baby Storytime
Thursdays at 9:30 am and 11 am
Held via Zoom.
Registration Required. For ages 0-18 months. Enjoy rhymes, bounces, and stories with Ms. Wendy along with social time for babies and caregivers.
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Outdoor Saturday Storytime
2nd Saturday at 10 am
At Waterman Triangle Park
No registration. Geared for ages 2-5, older or younger children welcome. Enjoy stories, songs, puppets, and more in the park!
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Pajama Storytime
3rd Monday at 6:30 pm
Held via Zoom.
Registration Required. Geared for ages 2-5, older or younger children welcome.
Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes before bedtime. Each child will receive a craft related to the theme.
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Events for Tweens & Teens | | |
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Wednesday, June 29 at 1 pm
Held at the Oregon Youth Center at 110 N. Oak St.
For grades 5th -9th. No registration.
Librarians are visiting OYC to help attendees provide a habitat for bees and bugs in their yards by creating a bee hotel. All supplies to create this cute and helpful craft are included.
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Sign up starts June 6
For grades 7th -12th.
Teens can sign up to receive a box with activities and goodies to kick off a summer of fun! Boxes will be available later in June for pick up.
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Pick up the book using Curbside Pick-Up or in person! | |
Great Beginnings
On Wednesday, July 6 at 10:30 am (in-person at the Oregon Area Senior Center) or Monday, July 11 at 6 pm (online) we will discuss The Library Book by Susan Orlean.
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Brown Bag
On Wednesday, July 20 at 11:30 am (online) we will discuss Afterlife by Julia Alvarez.
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at the Oregon Area Senior Center
Call (608)835-5801 to register.
at Waterman / Triangle Park
Registration required.
Provide a habitat for bees and bugs in your yard by creating a bee hotel. All supplies to create this cute and helpful craft are included.
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Thursday, July 14 at 6:30 pm
A learning event for adults. Registration required. This is a hybrid event. Participants can participate online or in-person at Oregon Area Senior Center at 219 Park St.
Linda Conroy of Moonwise Herbs will discuss drying, preparing herbs for tinctures, making infused vinegar and oils, salves, pestos, sauces and much more.
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Your Small Business Development Tool | | |
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Thursday, July 28 at 6 pm
For adults held via Zoom. Registration required.
Learn how to use the resource Reference Solutions to create consumer marketing lists, gather competitive business intelligence, identify major industry groups and more!
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The Oregon Public Library is a welcoming and safe gathering place that meets the information, leisure, civic, and cultural needs of a diverse community.
If you need special accommodations to attend a program, contact library staff at orelib@oregonlibrary.org or 608-835-3656.
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Library Schedule
M T W Th 9 am - 8 pm
F 9 am - 6 pm
Saturday 9 am - 3 pm
Curbside pick-up available upon request
Questions?
Email: orelib@orelib@oregonlibrary.org
Phone: (608) 835-3656
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