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Thursday
September 2010
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Institutional Blogs
Welcome to Bookmark, the online version of the Oak Creek Public Library???s newsletter. The library, established in 1972, is dedicated to helping people of all ages and from all walks of life get the information they need to lead better lives. We provide members of the community with informational, educational and recreational materials and services of various types.
Labor Day Holiday Closings
The Oak Creek Public Library will be closed in observance of Labor Day: Sunday, September 5 and Monday, September 6. The library will reopen Tuesday, September 7 at 10:00 a.m.
Have a safe holiday!
Thank You Kwik Trip!
The Oak Creek Public Library sends a big Thank You to Kwik Trip for its generous donation of $500!
The new Kwik Trip at 9535 South 13th Street opened for business August 12 and officially celebrated its Grand Opening August 20. Ross Talis, the city librarian, accepted a check for $500 on behalf of the library at the ribbon cutting ceremony Friday.
Welcome to Oak Creek and thank you for helping the library.
We encourage your comments but will strive to remove discussion that contains personal attacks, racial slurs, profanity or other inappropriate material as outlined in our guidelines. We post-moderate comments on most content, but may choose to pre-moderate some comments so please be patient if you don't see yours appear right way. We also ask for your help by reporting comments you think are inappropriate.
Friends Book Sale Huge Success
The Friends of the Oak Creek Public Library thank all the patrons who donated items for their annual book sale and everyone who purchased items August 3. Thanks to all of you the sale was a huge success!
We encourage your comments but will strive to remove discussion that contains personal attacks, racial slurs, profanity or other inappropriate material as outlined in our guidelines. We post-moderate comments on most content, but may choose to pre-moderate some comments so please be patient if you don't see yours appear right way. We also ask for your help by reporting comments you think are inappropriate.
The Big Book Sale is Almost Here!
Mark your calendar! The Friends of the Oak Creek Public LIbrary's annual book sale will be held in the library's meeting room Tuesday, August 5 from 5 to 8 p.m. Look what 25 cents will buy-- Books, CDs, Videos, DVDs for children, teens and adults. There's something for everybody.
Don't miss the book sale everyone's been waiting for!
We encourage your comments but will strive to remove discussion that contains personal attacks, racial slurs, profanity or other inappropriate material as outlined in our guidelines. We post-moderate comments on most content, but may choose to pre-moderate some comments so please be patient if you don't see yours appear right way. We also ask for your help by reporting comments you think are inappropriate.
Hey Kids--Ken Baron's Music Extravaganza is Coming to the Library July 20!
Join us Tuesday, July 20 for an hour of fun and music at 1:30 p.m. This program is for school age kids Grades 1 thru 6. No registration required. Come early--space is limited.
We encourage your comments but will strive to remove discussion that contains personal attacks, racial slurs, profanity or other inappropriate material as outlined in our guidelines. We post-moderate comments on most content, but may choose to pre-moderate some comments so please be patient if you don't see yours appear right way. We also ask for your help by reporting comments you think are inappropriate.
Don't Miss The Friends Annual Book Sale August 3
The Friends of the Oak Creek Public Library's annual book sale is Tuesday, August 3 from 5 to 8 p.m. in the library's meeting room. All items are priced at 25 cents and there will be something for everyone including CDs, videos, DVDs and, of course, books!
So mark your calendar and we'll see you August 3.
We encourage your comments but will strive to remove discussion that contains personal attacks, racial slurs, profanity or other inappropriate material as outlined in our guidelines. We post-moderate comments on most content, but may choose to pre-moderate some comments so please be patient if you don't see yours appear right way. We also ask for your help by reporting comments you think are inappropriate.
Why Should Kids Have All the Fun? Adult Summer Reading Club is Here!
Pick up an entry form at the library. Anyone going into the the 9th grade can join, and of course, adults of all ages are welcome! Just read three books or listen to three audio books (or a combination of both) between June 7 and August 2. Your first entry earns you a coupon for a free mini sub at Cousins and a coupon to purchase any item from the Friends' Book Nook for only $1.00.
Each entry form turned in also gets you into the drawing on August 4 for fabulous prizes! Enter as often as you like. The more you read, the more chances to win!
For more information call the library at 764-4400.
We encourage your comments but will strive to remove discussion that contains personal attacks, racial slurs, profanity or other inappropriate material as outlined in our guidelines. We post-moderate comments on most content, but may choose to pre-moderate some comments so please be patient if you don't see yours appear right way. We also ask for your help by reporting comments you think are inappropriate.
Help! We Need Your Books!!
The Friends of the Oak Creek Public Library are seeking donations for their annual book sale. We will accept adult and children's materials: hard and soft cover books, paperbacks, CDs, DVDs, video cassettes and audio cassettes. We will be collecting items now through July 31st.
Please mark all materials "Friends Book Sale" and drop off at the library.
Then be sure to mark your calendar for Tuesday, August 3rd from 5 to 8 p.m. for our annual book sale. All items are priced at 25 cents and there will be something for everyone.
Thanks for your donations, your support and we look forward to seeing you at our sale!
We encourage your comments but will strive to remove discussion that contains personal attacks, racial slurs, profanity or other inappropriate material as outlined in our guidelines. We post-moderate comments on most content, but may choose to pre-moderate some comments so please be patient if you don't see yours appear right way. We also ask for your help by reporting comments you think are inappropriate.
Summer Story Time Sign Up Begins June 2
Sign up for the Oak Creek Public Library's Summer Story Time for children ages 3 to 5 begins Wednesday, June 2 at 10:00 a.m. Registration must be in-person. Class size is limited to 25 children. Oak Creek residents are given priority. Story Time sessions begin Wednesday, June 16 and run through July 21. Choose from one of three sessions: 10:30 - 11:15; 1:30 - 2:15; and 6:00 - 6:45. Register early--this popular program fills up fast!
We encourage your comments but will strive to remove discussion that contains personal attacks, racial slurs, profanity or other inappropriate material as outlined in our guidelines. We post-moderate comments on most content, but may choose to pre-moderate some comments so please be patient if you don't see yours appear right way. We also ask for your help by reporting comments you think are inappropriate.
Love Where You Live!
Read books by Wisconsin writers and about Wisconsin and discover something new about where you live. There is something for everyone from fiction titles by fantastic Wisconsin authors like Jacquelyn Mitchard and Larry Watson to books and videos about Wisconsin history, gardening, sports, travel, etic. Check out our display when you come in our front door.
We encourage your comments but will strive to remove discussion that contains personal attacks, racial slurs, profanity or other inappropriate material as outlined in our guidelines. We post-moderate comments on most content, but may choose to pre-moderate some comments so please be patient if you don't see yours appear right way. We also ask for your help by reporting comments you think are inappropriate.
All About Roses Coming to the Library Monday & Tuesday!
The American Rose Society presents All About Roses at the Oak Creek Public Library Monday, May 3 at 6:30 p.m. and Tuesday, May 4 at 1:30 p.m. Two expert rosarians, Betty Gurschke and Marlin Johannes, offer something for everyone in their 45-minute program followed by a question & answer session. Whether you're just beginning or are an experienced grower, you won't want to miss this informative program. There will be a drawing for cut roses, too! So mark your calendar, and we'll see you May 3 or May 4 or come both days!
We encourage your comments but will strive to remove discussion that contains personal attacks, racial slurs, profanity or other inappropriate material as outlined in our guidelines. We post-moderate comments on most content, but may choose to pre-moderate some comments so please be patient if you don't see yours appear right way. We also ask for your help by reporting comments you think are inappropriate.
Friends Meeting Is April 29--Mark Your Calendar!
The Friends of the Oak Creek Public Library's annual meeting is Thursday, April 29 at 4:30 PM in the library's meeting room. The group is looking for new friends to help them in their fund raising efforts for the library. You won't want to miss this very important meeting. Mark your calendar for April 29 and become a 'Friend' of the library. If you can't attend the meeting, stop by the library and fill out an application to become a member of this very worthwhile group.
We encourage your comments but will strive to remove discussion that contains personal attacks, racial slurs, profanity or other inappropriate material as outlined in our guidelines. We post-moderate comments on most content, but may choose to pre-moderate some comments so please be patient if you don't see yours appear right way. We also ask for your help by reporting comments you think are inappropriate.
Spring Toddler Time Registration begins March 10!
Attention parents and caregivers: The Oak Creek Public Library's In-Person Registration for our Spring Toddler Time begins Wednesday, March 10 at 10:00 a.m. Toddlers ages 18 to 35 months are eligible for this free program. Space is limited. Oak Creek residents are given first priority. For more information call 764-4400.
We encourage your comments but will strive to remove discussion that contains personal attacks, racial slurs, profanity or other inappropriate material as outlined in our guidelines. We post-moderate comments on most content, but may choose to pre-moderate some comments so please be patient if you don't see yours appear right way. We also ask for your help by reporting comments you think are inappropriate.
Winter Blowout Large Print Book Sale!
The Oak Creek Public Library is running a Large Print Book sale. Selections run from romance to westerns with everything in between, and, best of all books are only fifty cents each. You won't want to miss this once-a-year large print book sale.
We encourage your comments but will strive to remove discussion that contains personal attacks, racial slurs, profanity or other inappropriate material as outlined in our guidelines. We post-moderate comments on most content, but may choose to pre-moderate some comments so please be patient if you don't see yours appear right way. We also ask for your help by reporting comments you think are inappropriate.
Oak Creek Public Library Closes at 5:00 PM Today
Due to the snow storm the library will be closing at 5:00 p.m. today. We will reopen at 10:00 a.m. tomorrow, February 10. We apologize for the inconvenience.
We encourage your comments but will strive to remove discussion that contains personal attacks, racial slurs, profanity or other inappropriate material as outlined in our guidelines. We post-moderate comments on most content, but may choose to pre-moderate some comments so please be patient if you don't see yours appear right way. We also ask for your help by reporting comments you think are inappropriate.
Jump Start Your New Year's Resolutions
Jump start your New Year's resolutions with some library materials on eating healthier, organizing your life, getting in touch with your spirituality, learning a new trade, exploring a hobby and more! Find materials on display when you first walk in the front door. Enjoy!
We encourage your comments but will strive to remove discussion that contains personal attacks, racial slurs, profanity or other inappropriate material as outlined in our guidelines. We post-moderate comments on most content, but may choose to pre-moderate some comments so please be patient if you don't see yours appear right way. We also ask for your help by reporting comments you think are inappropriate.
To Will or Not To Will--This Is the Question-- September 10 at the Library
Attorney Michael Sullivan will be holding a conversation on wills, transfers without a will, Powers of Attorney, and (real life) estate humor. You won't want to miss this important discussion. The program is FREE and there will be no solicitations. So mark your calendar for Thursday, September 10 at 1:00!
We encourage your comments but will strive to remove discussion that contains personal attacks, racial slurs, profanity or other inappropriate material as outlined in our guidelines. We post-moderate comments on most content, but may choose to pre-moderate some comments so please be patient if you don't see yours appear right way. We also ask for your help by reporting comments you think are inappropriate.
Fall Story Time Registration Begins Wednesday, September 9 at 10:00
The Oak Creek Public Library's Fall Story Time Registration (In-Person Only) Begins Wednesday, September 9 at 10:00 AM. Story Time sessions start September 23 and run through October 28. Class times are 10:30, 1:30 and 6:00 and last approximately 45 minutes. For more information call 764-4400.
We encourage your comments but will strive to remove discussion that contains personal attacks, racial slurs, profanity or other inappropriate material as outlined in our guidelines. We post-moderate comments on most content, but may choose to pre-moderate some comments so please be patient if you don't see yours appear right way. We also ask for your help by reporting comments you think are inappropriate.
Hey Kids and Young Adults! Thursday, August 6 is the Last Day for Prizes!
Attention: All participants in the Children's and Young Adult Library Summer Reading Clubs at the Oak Creek Public Library--this Thursday, August 6 is the final day to pick up your prizes. Come early-- there will only be staff here to hand out prizes until 6:30 PM.
We encourage your comments but will strive to remove discussion that contains personal attacks, racial slurs, profanity or other inappropriate material as outlined in our guidelines. We post-moderate comments on most content, but may choose to pre-moderate some comments so please be patient if you don't see yours appear right way. We also ask for your help by reporting comments you think are inappropriate.
Friends Gigantic Annual Book Sale August 4
The Friends of the Oak Creek Public Library's Annual Book Sale is almost here. This is the one you've been waiting for. Mark your calendar for Tuesday August 4 from 5 - 8 PM. There will be something for everyone--Books in hardcover and paperback--DVDs--Videos--CDs--and children's books, too.
We encourage your comments but will strive to remove discussion that contains personal attacks, racial slurs, profanity or other inappropriate material as outlined in our guidelines. We post-moderate comments on most content, but may choose to pre-moderate some comments so please be patient if you don't see yours appear right way. We also ask for your help by reporting comments you think are inappropriate.
- Labor Day Holiday Closings
- Thank You Kwik Trip!
- Friends Book Sale Huge Success
- The Big Book Sale is Almost Here!
- Hey Kids--Ken Baron's Music Extravaganza is Coming to the Library July 20!
- Don't Miss The Friends Annual Book Sale August 3
- Why Should Kids Have All the Fun? Adult Summer Reading Club is Here!
- Help! We Need Your Books!!
- Summer Story Time Sign Up Begins June 2
- Love Where You Live!
- More Bookmark posts
We encourage your comments but will strive to remove discussion that contains personal attacks, racial slurs, profanity or other inappropriate material as outlined in our guidelines. We post-moderate comments on most content, but may choose to pre-moderate some comments so please be patient if you don't see yours appear right way. We also ask for your help by reporting comments you think are inappropriate.
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