A Quick update for a very busy week

Good morning, library friends! You hardly ever hear from me first thing in the morning, but there's so much going on this week that I wanted to hit your inbox with the highlights so you don't miss a thing.

Thanks for staying connected with us through this newsletter, and be sure to share it with anyone else you think might want to know about the good things happening at your community library.

Hope we'll see you soon!

Teresa Schmidt

director@mercerpubliclibrary.org | 715-476-2366

Events this week

LEARN ABOUT THE ECLIPSE

Jim Head of the Northwoods Explorers of Space and Astronomy will visit the Mercer Library THIS MORNING, Tuesday, March 19th at 10:00 a.m. for Another Great American Eclipse: What you need to know. Learn about the sun, eclipses in general, the upcoming April 8th eclipse, and how to view it safely. Attendees will receive a pair of eclipse glasses.

MEET THE CANDIDATES

Wisconsin local elections will be held on April 2, 2024, and the Mercer Library invites you to attend a “Meet the Candidates” open house TONIGHT, Tuesday, March 19th from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Candidates for town board, county board, school board, and the school referendum have been invited. A full list of invited attendees is on our website.

TAKE A FREE TECH CLASS

March 22 at 10:30 a.m.: Basic Troubleshooting for laptops and smar tphones
March 23 at 10:00 a.m.: Smartph one Photos with Bug Tussel U

RELAX AT GROWN UP STORY HOUR

We're back at the Liberty Way Tap House for another Grown-Up Story Hour on Sunday, March 24 at 1:00 p.m. Sit back, relax, purchase a beverage or food if you like, and listen while we read short stories, essays, and poetry. All are welcome and there's no cost to attend!

Earth Day Fair coming on April 20

The Mercer Public Library will host its 6th annual Earth Day Fair on Saturday, April 20 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

We're now registering exhibitors for the fair. Any businesses or organizations that support renewable energy, recycling, natural resources, silent sports, environmental education, or other sustainability topics are invited to participate. There is no cost to reserve a table and all are welcome.

This year the Friends of the Mercer Public Library are also sponsoring a children’s Earth Day poster contest. Cash prizes will be awarded in three age categories: preschool through second grade, third through sixth grade, and seventh through twelfth grade. Click here for links to entry forms and more information.

April events preview

In addition to our Earth Day Fair, we have several informative programs coming up in April. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details, or check out our events calendar for the latest info.

Understanding and Managing Prediabetes and Diabetes, presented by registered dietician Rebecca Crumb-Johnson from NorthLakes Clinic, on Tuesday, April 2 at 11:30 a.m.
Three programs with Extension Iron County Horticulture Specialist Bruce Spangenberg: Planning a Successful Vegetable Garden on April 4, Ornamental Grasses for Northwoods Landscapes on April 22, and Keeping Your Trees Healthy on April 25.
Eclipse Observations at the library on April 8, weather permitting
Avoiding Identity Theft, Fraud, and Scams, presented by Associated Bank on April 18
...and more to be announced!

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