May Library Events

Tiny Tots Time – Tuesday, May 5 at 10 a.m.
Babies and their caregivers are invited to the library for an hour of activities that focus on language enrichment and preliteracy skills. For ages 0-2. After May 5, Tiny Tots will be taking a break. Summer activities for babies begin June 16.

Preschool Story Time – Friday, May 8 at 10 a.m.
Preschoolers and their caregivers participate in an hour of stories, songs and other activities. For ages 2-5. This is the last session of preschool story time until summer. Preschool Story Time resumes on June 19.

Barns of Walworth County – Tuesday, May 5 at 7 p.m.
Frank Landi will explore the architectural history of barns and will focus on the barns of Walworth County. He will also discuss the art of silos, windmills and farm machinery.

Exercise for Your Health - Thursday, May 7 at 7 p.m.
Dr. Brock Belcher discusses the benefits of various types of exercise and helps you decide what exercise is best for you. Topics include why the body craves exercise, how to fit exercise into a busy life, and ergonomics.

Soapmaking – Saturday, May 9 at 1 p.m.
Make a wonderful gift for Mothers Day . . . or any day! For ages 5 and up. Children must be accompanied by caregivers. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Your Finances in a Changing Economy –
Tuesday, May 12 at 6:30 p.m.
Dana Esser, Associate Financial Advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, discusses handling your investments in today’s economy. A question and answer period follows her presentation.

Library Board Meeting - Thursday, May 14 at 4 p.m.

Book Discussion – Thursday, May 21 at 7 p.m.
This month’s title is The Story of Edgar Sawtelle by David Wroblewski. Born without the ability to speak, Edgar Sawtelle grows up on a Wisconsin farm where his parents breed and train dogs. Shortly after the arrival of his uncle, Edgar’s father dies unexpectedly. When Edgar tries to prove his father was murdered, his plan backfires and he flees into the wilderness with three young dogs who follow him. Anyone who has read the book is welcome to attend.

Library Closed for Memorial Day – May 25.

Library Lock-In: Teen Movie Night – Friday, May 29 at 6:30 p.m.
Tonight’s film is for teens in grade 6 and up. We’ll be showing Twilight (Rated PG-13, 122 minutes). Isabella Swan's move to Forks, a perpetually rainy town in Washington, could have been the most boring move she ever made. When she meets the mysterious, alluring Edward Cullen--a vampire--her life takes a thrilling and terrifying romantic turn. This event takes place after the library closes. Doors will be open from 6:15 to 7 p.m. Refreshments will be served.

Children’s Book Week May 11-17
One hallmark of Children's Book Week is the only national child-selected book awards program: the Children's Choice Book Awards. The awards celebrate books, authors, and illustrators that capture the interest and imaginations of kids and teens. Visit www.bookweekonline.com to see the list of finalists and to vote for your favorites.

Library programs are free of charge and open to the public.
Contact the library at 262-728-3111 (TDD 262-728-2620) for more information.

LIBRARY HOURS:
Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.