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Adult Programs Calendar

Jun 12 - 12:00 pm - Special Lunch & Learn - Bat Ecology

On Tuesday, June 12, at noon, Bill Mueller of the Western Great Lakes Bird and Bat Observatory will present a Lunch & Learn Program on bat ecology and demonstrating the use of the ANABAT electronic bat monitoring unit. Weather permitting, participants will go on a “bat walk” to learn the use of the unit, and learn information on how to get involved as a volunteer. We need to assist with learning more about the numbers and distribution of bats in Wisconsin. Learn how to use this electronic equipment to survey for bats in spring, summer, and fall. Learn more about ways you can help with the conservation of bats. No prior knowledge is required. This program is free, open to the public, and expected to last one hour. A light lunch will be served. Space is limited. Please make reservations by calling the front desk (715) 258-4414 or by registering online.

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Aug 2 - 1:30 pm - Summer Reading Program for Adults - Interactive Movie - The Princess Bride

Princess Bride Interactive Movie August 2, 1:30

Audience participation is encouraged at this fun movie event. The classic tale, “The Princess Bride”, has mystery, romance, humor, suspense and more - something for everyone. Snacks and interactive props provided! Feel free to bring your own props. Dress in princess, pirate or pajama wear. Prizes awarded for best costume.

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Aug 9 - 6:00 pm - Summer Reading Program for Adults - Bedtime Stories - Book Share, Pot Luck & Cookbook Exchange

Bedtime Stories

Book Share, Pot Luck & Cookbook Exchange August 9, 6:00

Share your favorite books of the summer and listen to booktalks from your local librarians. Bring a dish to pass and a cookbook to trade.

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Aug 14 - 12:00 pm - Reading Program for Adults - Lunch & Learn - Quilt Gardening with Marilyn Herman

Do you enjoy a colorful hand-crafted quilt? Do you sigh when you come upon a fragrant flower garden in full bloom? Do you like to jump in the car and take weekend adventures? Here’s a virtual trip through the Living Quilt Gardens of Northern Indiana with our guest speaker, Marilyn Herman, Family Living Educator for Waupaca County UW-Extension and her garden artist sister. This program is free and open to the public. A llight lunch will be served. Please call to make reservations or register online.

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Aug 21 - 12:00 pm - Reading Program for Adults - Lunch & Learn - Michael Patrick on “The Island of Santorini”

Santorini, is a Greek Island shrouded in mist and mystery of the lost city of Atlantis. Michael Patrick presents photographs of this beautiful island accompanied by a wealth of historic, archeologic and geographic information and images. Travel to the islands of Greece through his amazing photographs and be inspired to travel the world. This program is free and open to the public. A light lunch will be served. Please make reservations by calling 715-258-4414 or registering online.

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Aug 30 - 6:30 pm - Reading Program for Adults - Author Visit - Michael Norman

Enjoy the unnerving tales from Michael Norman, author of Haunted Wisconsin. Gathered from personal interviews with credible eyewitnesses, on-site explorations, historical archives, newspaper reports, and other sources, these scores of reports date from Wisconsin’s early settlement days to recent inexplicable events. Michael Norman, an author, educator and playwright, lives in Northern Wisconsin. Book signing after the event!

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