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November Programming at the Library

In case you need a reason visit this month besides great books, movies, magazines, and audible books, here are few of the happenings we hope to see you at!

November Special Programs

Every month we strive to bring you workshops, talks, discussions, and experiences that enrich your life in some way. As winter sets in, come spread the warmth of shared experience with us. And who knows? You could learn something new along the way!

Winter Wellness: Nurturing and Nourishment through the Winter Season

Saturday, November 16th, 2024 from 2:00 to 3:30

We are entering into the darkest, coldest season of the year. Many animals migrate to warmer places, tuck into dens and hidey-holes, or simply keep on going through what can be a challenging time for all creatures- humans included. In this 90-minute workshop, led by Khadijah Lacina, we are going to explore some of these challenges. We will then discuss how we can nourish ourselves, our families, and our community with herbs, food, and practices through the coming winter months. Various herbal infusions and teas will be available- bring a mug and share in the warmth!

Asylum: The Changing Face of Migration

Sunday, November 17th, 4:30 pm

Gain an understanding of circumstances at the southern border of the United States from the perspective of one who’s seen it firsthand. Kat Griffith will present “Asylum: The Changing Face of Migration” at the Gays Mills Community Commerce Center on Sunday, November 17 at 4:30 p.m.  A community potluck meal will follow the program.

Kat, an experienced Spanish-English interpreter for immigrants and asylum seekers, has lived and worked in Latin America and has a background in public policy, economics, and communications. Currently serving as a Fond du Lac County Board Supervisor, she is dedicated to bipartisanship and respectful dialogue. Her presentations cover migration data, individual asylum seeker stories, and insights into the challenges of modern migration policy, concluding with a discussion on improving national conversations about immigration.

The event is hosted by Kickapoo Valley Friends (Quaker) Meeting and the Gays Mills Public Library.

Keeping it Creative: Project-a-Month Club for Teens and Adults

4th Tuesdays of each month (exceptions will be announced) beginning November 26th, 2024

6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Gays Mills Public Library

“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.” – Pablo Picasso

We’re going to help teens and adults solve that problem by offering a monthly space and time to gather and explore various creative avenues through pre-chosen projects. Khadijah Lacina, Hans Gill, and other area folks will share their knowledge, experience, and creativity each month. We will learn and create together in a judgement free space. Come and sit and let your inner child play with us, and leave with something you’ve created with your own hands. Materials will be provided, though there may be times that a material fee is requested ahead of a meeting, depending on the nature of the project. Please sign up for this program at the library. Also, if you would like to be involved in creating and sharing a project, please let us know.

Anything but ordinary

We have a wide selection of regular programs happening here at the library. Haven’t attended previously? That’s just fine. Stop in and see for yourself what the buzz is all about.

Story Hour

Wednesday, November 6th and 20th, starting at 10:30, you and your little ones are invited to share in stories, songs, snacks, and crafts with Mr. Dave. Every Story Hour has a different theme, so there’s always something new to experience!

Monthly Movie Showing

Friday, November 1st at 7:00 pm. This month’s selection is The Farmer’s Daughter, a political rom-com from 1947 starting Loretta Young, Joseph Cotten, Ethel Barrymore, and Charles Bickford. A young Swedish-American farm girl heads to Capitol City to go to nursing school. Running out of tuition money forces her to work as a maid for a congressman, which then opens many unexpected doors- including a run for office herself! The movie is free. Fresh popcorn and other treats are provided by the KEX at special low prices, and of course you are welcome to bring your own.

Monthly Book Discussion

Wednesday, November 13th, 7 pm. We will be discussing Ben Logan’s The Land Remembers: A Story of a Farm and its People. Logan grew up in Southwest Wisconsin in the 1920s and 1930s, and shares stories of his boyhood with lovely prose and an attention to detail that makes this book stand out. He is not only a storyteller, but a keen observer of nature- both human and environmental. Contact the library for a copy of the book, and come prepared to share your thoughts, observations, and experiences.

Killer Crafts

Monday, November 18th, 7:00 pm

Come listen to a true crime podcast with folks who like their crafts with a side of murder. Bring your own crafting project to work on, or play with the materials we provide. Note: No actual killing occurs in the production of this monthly program.

Gentle Tai Chi for Seniors – Ongoing Program

Mondays, 9-10am

We’re making the “Gentle Tai Chi for Seniors” class a regular, ongoing program that meets every Monday from 9 to 10 a.m. in the community room of the Gays Mills Community Commerce Center. It is FREE to all participants.Students will learn qigong, silk reeling, and relaxation exercises in a welcoming and supportive environment. No experience necessary.Library Director David Gibbs has been practicing taijiquan for over 25 years and teaching for almost eight years. David studied Hunyuan Chen Style Taijiquan in San Francisco, CA with Master Zhang Xue Xin from 1999 until 2009. He attended Master Zhang’s class in Golden Gate Park and also took private lessons.

   Also at the library:

• On-Line: Check out the Gays Mills Public Library’s Online Resources at gaysmillslibrary.org. Overdrive and Libby offer eBooks, Audio Books and Videos. Consumer Reports is available online. BadgerLink databases are available for your research use, including: Business, Health and Medical Databases, Kidsearch, Auto Repair Reference Center, NoveList, Science and History Reference Centers, and more!
• Public WiFi at the Community Commerce Center: Take advantage of the strong public WiFi signal around the building. Use the PrivateLibrary network, no password needed. The best spots are from the east side parking lot, and from behind the building overlooking the slough. There are benches out back as well. Here is a link to a map of all public WiFi locations in Wisconsin: https://maps.psc.wi.gov/apps/PublicWiFiLocations

The Gays Mills Public Library is nestled along the banks of the Kickapoo River in Crawford County, Wisconsin. The library strives to serve the recreational, cultural and informational needs of residents and visitors with a wide variety of materials.

Big windows with beautiful views invite lingering over a magazine or a puzzle. Broadband Internet access throughout the library meets the needs of a rural population for social connection and information. Visit us soon and visit us often.

 

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