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Please note that the library will CLOSED for staff development on Monday, October 14. We will open with regular hours on Tuesday, October 15. All returned items will be back dated to the day they were returned. |
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In the month of October, Whitefish Bay Public Library will reward you for sharing your faves! We’ll will waive $2 in fines if you write down and share your favorite item that you’ve checked out from the library. Share 2 favorite things and we’ll waive $5! This applies to only fines for Whitefish Bay overdue materials, not for fines from other libraries or replacement costs for lost or damaged items. |
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2-Sentence Horror Story Contest |
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Participate in our third annual 2-Sentence Horror Story Contest!
It was a dark and stormy night when the library decided to host our third annual 2-Sentence Horror Story Contest! What is a 2-Sentence Horror Story? It is just like it sounds, it is a scary story told in only two sentences. Here are some examples:
The grinning face stared at me from the darkness beyond my bedroom window. I live on the 14th floor.
They delivered the mannequins in bubble wrap. From the main room I begin to hear popping.
Visit the library's website to read all the rules and enter. This contest is open to those 14 years or older.
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Charitable Giving with Ellenbecker Investment Group (EIG)
Tuesday, October 8, 6-7:30PM
In this special educational seminar hosted at the Whitefish Bay Public Library, EIG Wealth Advisor, Heather Deaton, will guide you to:
- Gain confidence in planned giving
- Understand tax strategies to maximize financial gifts to nonprofits
- Discover estate planning considerations
- Get clarity on beneficiary designations
Refreshments provided. All are welcome - bring a friend or neighbor!
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World Mental Health Day
Thursday, October 10, 6PM
The goals of World Mental Health Day are to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health. As a community, let's discuss!
Speakers:
Kelly Barlow-Eichman, BSN, RN
Shorewood School District Nurse
Presentation: Helping Kids Thrive: Understanding and Supporting Childhood Anxiety
Alex Megan, CPT, PCES
Women’s Exercise Specialist
Owner of After Baby Fit and Partner at North Shore Wellness Collective
Presentation: A Perspective on Exercise Routines and Mental Health
A child-friendly activity time will simultaneously be hosted by Whitefish Bay High School service organization Bay Gives Back and the North Shore Health Department for families wishing to attend.
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Crafting Your Writing: A Practical (and Fun!) Writing Workshop
Wednesday, October 30, 6:30PM
You are a writer, or you want to be. And you love your art and craft---knitting, quilting, crochet, other arts. Join us at Whitefish Bay Library as author Lynne Shaner leads this workshop on using your strength in one to serve the other.
Writing is daunting, no matter where you are in your journey. Sometimes, what started as an exciting journey can sometimes become weighed down with years of unfinished projects, or life just gets in the way. Other times, beginning at all can be challenging. But as a crafty soul, you already know how to select yarn or fiber, find or create a pattern, then begin, enjoy, and finish the project.
Did you know that the skills you draw on routinely to finish your crafting projects are ones you can repurpose for your writing?
Lynne Shaner is the debut author of Journey to Everland Bay, and has also published short stories, essays, nonfiction, and poetry. She is also an avid knitter—and knitting shows up prominently in her novel. Lynne lives in Whitefish Bay with her husband and her sweet pup, Merlin. When not writing, she can be found reading or knitting in her garden, where she grows herbs, flowers, and story ideas.
Lynne will give a short reading and her book will be available for signing.
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All Ages Outdoor Storytime in School House Park
Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays at 10:00-10:30AM
Through October 24
No Registration Required
We're excited to offer outdoor storytime for all ages in School House Park this fall. Join us for stories, songs, and more. In case of bad weather, we'll hold storytime in the Storytime Room. |
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Toddler Time
Tuesdays, 10:00-10:30AM, Now Through October 22
12mo-24mo with an adult caregiver. (Siblings are welcome.) Registration open now
Toddler Time is back! Join Miss Valerie for stories, songs, lap bounces and more, followed by a playtime for our little ones. |
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Halloween Storytime
Thursday, Ocotober 31, 10-10:45AM
Ages 0-5 with caregiver.
Registration open now
Come to the library in your costume to enjoy (not so) spooky stories and songs, then show off your costume in our parade around the library! |
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Programs for Kids & Teens |
Doodle-Rama
Friday, October 4, 4-5PM
All ages. (Younger children welcome with an adult caregiver.) No registration required. |
Decompress after school with a doodling session! We'll have all the supplies you need: paper, drawing supplies, and prompts to create some fun doodles.
(What's Doodling? It's the act of drawing without a specific goal or final product in mind.) |
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Minute to Win It!
Wednesday, October 9, 4-5PM
Grades 3-5
Please Register |
Do you remember the classic game show "Minute to Win It"? Here is your chance to try random and wacky games using household objects. See if you can "win it" in 60 seconds or less! |
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Drop In Crafting: Leaf Rubbings
Saturday, October 19, All Day
All Ages. No registration required. |
Drop by the youth services area during open hours to make leaf rubbings! This process-focused art project explores leaves of different shapes, colors and textures, and you'll have a beautiful art project to bring home. |
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Half Day Craft Day: Haunted House Hex Bug Mazes
Wednesday, October 30, 2-3PM
All ages (young children are welcome with an adult).
Please register |
We have an a-MAZE-ing challenge for you! Design and build your very own haunted house maze for a hexbug. We'll supply the spooky materials and craft sticks for maze walls. It's up to you to get your hexbug safely through the spookiness! |
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