Grant award and upcoming events

I was so anxious waiting to be able to share the news about the Library receiving over $100,000 in grant funds, but between news releases and meetings the week got away from me and I wasn't able to put together this newsletter until now.

The grant funds are going to help us renovate our existing space to add meeting room pods and upgrade the equipment in our Memory Lab and Friends of the Library meeting room. These updates are essential for us to meet our community needs and we're incredibly excited for the next few months and years as we move forward with this project. We're still in the early stages, but keep an eye out for more details to come.

We've got several upcoming events, including our annual Halloween Trunk-or-Treat and our last Artist in Residence for 2024, Sandy Winkleman. All are welcome to attend the Halloween Trunk-or-Treat and anyone who wants to set up a table to hand out treats are encouraged to call the Library to reserve a spot. Sandy will be offering two classes where you can create a holiday ornament while learning how to make dot art!

AMENDED: Initial email had incorrect dates for Artist in Residence programs.

Julia Pusateri

director@mercerpubliclibrary.org | 715-476-2366

Halloween Trunk or Treat @ Mercer Public Library

Plans are set for Halloween 2024, and you're invited to join!

Mercer's Halloween celebration will be on October 31st from 3:30-6:00pm! Indoor activities will be at the library from 3:30-5:30pm and trick-or-treating at downtown businesses will be from 4:00-6:00pm.

If you, your business, or your organization would like to set up a table inside the Library to hand out candy or offer a Halloween activity for kids, please call the library at 715-476-2366 so we can save a space for you. Come join the fun!

Opening Reception and Holiday Classes with Artist in Residence, Sandy Winkleman!

Join us for a warm welcome with our current Artist in Residence, Sandy Winkleman. Join us on Friday, November 1 at 4:30pm for our Opening Reception.

Sandy will be here to answer your questions and share her stories; don't forget to take some time to enjoy her artwork while it's on display from October through December.

Sandy is also offering two classes on dot art where you can create your own holiday ornament!

• Saturday, November 30 from 1:30-3:30pm
• Thursday, December 5 from 5:30-7:30pm

Space is limited so call ahead to reserve your spot!

Thanks to a sponsorship by Friends of Mercer Public Library, the Artist in Residence reception and classes are free to the public.

Ongoing Programs

Grab your acoustic instrument and join the Turtle River Pickers for a casual jam session of old time, bluegrass, and folk songs! All skills levels are welcome to join and bring sheet music to play with the group.

Share Mercer's history with Library Assistant Blaze at another Memory Monday on Monday, November 11 and Monday, December 9 at 11:00am where local history buffs and community enthusiasts come together to share insights, stories, and ideas about our local history.



Elder Benefit assistance with Jerri Sokol, Specialist with the ADRC. Jerri holds office hours at the Mercer Public Library on the first Wednesday of the month from 9:00am to 12:00pm. Drop in during her office hours or make an appointment by calling 715-561-2108 ext. 5.

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