POWERS
MEMORIAL
LIBRARY
MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
MAY 2016
POWERS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
115 W. Main Street
Palmyra, WI 53156
262-495-4605 • palmyra.lib.wi.us
UPCOMING EVENTS
AFTERNOON OF CARD AND BOARD GAMES
Monday, May 2nd from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
The Powers Memorial Library and the Alice Baker Memorial Library are
co-sponsoring a Card and Board Game Extravaganza at the
Cornerstone/Palmyra Bowl (300 W. Main St., Palmyra).
Bring your own games as well!
THE GREAT LAKES
Tuesday, May 3rd at 6:00 p.m.
Lake Michigan. It, and its fellow four Great Lakes make up the world’s
largest freshwater system. Wisconsin Sea Grant’s Moira Harrington will
share some facts and information on recent research and outreach projects
related to the lakes.
MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU!
Wednesday, May 4th at 4:30 p.m.
We will be showing the most recent Star Wars movie this afternoon.
Star Wars: The Force Awakens. We’ll provide the movie and you can
bring snacks and beverages. Those that come in Star Wars costumes will be
entered into a raffle to win a prize!
MAIFEST
Saturday, May 7th from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
We know sometimes it’s hard to
remember to return items on time, and
then the dreaded library fines pile up.
Therefore, we will be having an
Amnesty Week, May 16th- 21st. For any
item donated towards the Food Pantry,
you’ll receive $2 off your fine and any item
donated towards our MakerSpace area,
you’ll receive $5 off of your fine.
Visit our website for more details.
**Please note that we will be closed on
Monday, May 30th in recognition of
Memorial Day.
HOURS:
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
11:00 am – 7:00 pm
11:00 am – 7:00 pm
11:00 am – 7:00 pm
11:00 am – 7:00 pm
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
CLOSED
Wishing you a May
that is bright with
HAPPY moments!
Bring a German dish to pass to this festive celebration of spring to be held
at the Palmyra-Eagle High School Community Center! Enjoy the provided
German music, dancing and lively entertainment. Brought to you by the
Alice Baker Memorial Library and the Powers Memorial Library. Please
sign up by calling Powers Memorial Library.
BOTTOMS-UP:
TOAST TO WI’S BARS AND BREWERIES
Tuesday, May 10th at 6:00 p.m.
Join us for an evening with Jim Draeger, the author of the book: ‘BottomsUp: A Toast to Wisconsin’s Historic Bars and Breweries’, which celebrates
Wisconsin’s taverns and the breweries that fueled them.
MEET SOMEONE NEW!
Tuesday, May 17th at 6:00 p.m.
Join us tonight for a book-talking event centered around the book: ‘Amelia
Lost: the Life and Disappearance of Amelia Earhart.
Tailored towards ages: 5-8 years.
#SCIENCE AT THE LIBRARY: MAKE YOUR OWN LED CUBE!
Thursday, May 19th at 4:30 p.m.
Come visit the MakerSpace this afternoon to create your own
programmable LED Cube. Users will learn some electronic and welding
basics. Cost for the workshop is $25.00.
Please sign up by calling the library.
‘DOWNSIZING? LET’S GET STARTED!’
Monday, May 23rd at 6:30 p.m.
Whether you are considering your own move to a new home or assisting a
relative, downsizing can be challenging. Kathi Miller-Clutter Coach will
share with us her expertise to help you navigate this transition. This
program covers what to take, what to leave behind, and how to go about
deciding. Sponsored by Alice Baker Memorial Library and Powers
Memorial Library. Please call Powers Memorial Library to register.
'Fostering and encouraging lifelong learning by joining together people and the community with information and
innovative services since 1927'
ADULT PROGRAMS
BRING YOUR DEVICE TO THE LIBRARY
Tuesday, May 3rd at 5:30 p.m., Monday, May 9th at 5:30 p.m. and
Monday, May 16th at 5:30 p.m.
Bring your own device to the library (Kindle, iPad, laptop) and we’ll help
you download eBooks, use the Overdrive app, download magazines from
Flipster, or learn to navigate around the new CAFÉ Catalog.
BASIC TECH TALK
Friday, May 6th at 11:30 a.m.
Interested in learning the basics of Microsoft Excel? We are here to help
you! Learn the basic terminology, entering and formatting data, calculating
totals, creating simple reports, and more.
FRIDAY NIGHT AFTER HOURS MOVIE
Friday, May 6th at 6:30 p.m.
We’ll be showing the 2015 American biographical sports drama movie:
Concussion. Bring your own snacks, beverage, and friends!
Free admission.
PINS AND NEEDLES CLUB
Every second and fourth Thursday of the month at 4:00 p.m. in our
MakerSpace area
CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS
STORY HOUR
(Ages 18 months to 5 years)
Join us every Wednesday morning at 11:00
a.m. for stories, fingerplays, songs, and crafts.
THEMES FOR MAY:
May 4th - Mother’s Day
May 11th – Frogs
(Guest Reader: Dr. Steven Bloom)
May 18th – Police and Firemen
(Guest Readers from the Police and Fire
Departments)
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May 25 –Gnomes and Fairies
Wii RACING
Wednesday, May 11th at 4:00 p.m.
Show off your racing skills!
KIDS AFTER HOURS MOVIE TIME
Friday, May 13th at 6:30 p.m.
The movie showing tonight is:
Norm of the North
Calling all knitters, quilters, seamstresses, and embroiders! Next meeting is
Thursday, May 12th at 4:00 p.m. Please bring your own supplies.
CLARIFYING RETIREMENT PLANS SEMINAR
Tuesday, May 17th at 6:00 p.m.
Learn the basics of investing, financial literacy, and making your money
work for you. Our guest speaker is Friends of the Library President and
community member: Lori Troyer. Individual times may be scheduled.
ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION
Monday, May 23rd at 6:00 p.m.
The book we will be discussing this month is ‘The Orchid House’ by
Lucinda Riley.
FOUR-STRING NIGHT
Tuesday, May 24th from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Larry “K” presents: An afternoon for EZ 4-string guitar, plectrum banjo and
baritone uke. You can try them too! Come hear Larry “K” play music and
demonstrate these instruments. This is your “Big Chance” to be a musician!
Please register with the library.
CHESS AT THE LIBRARY
th
Tuesday, May 24 at 5:30 p.m.
Our chess club meets every fourth Tuesday of the month.
RECIPE SWAP
Wednesday, May 25th at 6:00 p.m.
This month we’ll be centering on ‘Spring’ Recipes! Bring along your
favorite recipes and dishes to the library to exchange with other foodies.
DECLUTTER YOUR MIND
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Thursday, May 26 at 6:00 p.m.
Rebecca McAllister is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and
qualified Meditation Instructor for more than a decade. This seminar will
help you to practice cleaning unnecessary thoughts through meditation.
STUFFED ANIMAL SLEEPOVER
Friday, May 20th at 4:30 p.m.
Bring your stuffed animal to the library for a
sleepover and pick him/her up the next day!
R.E.A.D. THERAPY DOGS
Monday, May 23rd from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Come and read to the registered therapy
trained dogs!
MAKERSPACE
Every Thursday from 3:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Come create, engage and have hands-on
experience in the following areas:
3D- Printing, Robotics, CNC Milling,
Sewing, Snap Circuits, and much more…
LEGO CLUB
Monday, May 2nd at 4:00 p.m.
Theme: Superheroes
Saturday, May 21st at 11:00 a.m.
Theme: Under the Sea