February 2023 Newsletter
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Author Visit - Abigail Morrison
Book cover of The Yochni's Eye next to a picture of the author, Abigail Morrison.Author Visit: Abigail Morrison
Wednesday, February 8th 6:00 - 7:00 PM
 
McFarland author Abigail Morrison will be at the library to talk about her book, The Yochni's Eye, and share habits, tips, and tricks to help new and aspiring authors reach their writing goals. This event is geared towards her young adult readers, but all ages are welcome! Books available for sale.
 
Tax Forms
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Please visit our website for a list of available forms as well as how to get additional forms and free assistance resources:
mcfarlandlibrary.org/tax-forms
 
Digital Resource Spotlight - NoveList Plus
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Looking for great reading recommendations? NoveList Plus has you covered! Find themed lists, read-alikes, and genre/appeal searches for all ages. Place holds easily with links directly to our catalog. Find this resource and more on our Reading Recommendations page.
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Upcoming Events
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Please visit our website or Facebook page for updates and full details on programs for all ages:  
 
Youth & Family | Teen | Adult
 
Youth & Family Highlights
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PJ Storytime: Family Yoga
Thursday, February 16th 6:30 PM
Registration Recommended
 
This February we are centering and stretching during our family yoga storytime.  Bring your own yoga mat if you would like and get ready for a fun time. Registration is recommended.   
 
No Storytimes/Programs February 23rd - March 3rd
Weekly Storytimes: 
  • Toddler Storytime - Mondays 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM
    *No Storytime February 27th*
  • Baby Bounce - Tuesdays 9:30 AM
    *No Baby Bounce February 28th*
  • Zumbini - Wednesdays 9:30 AM (Register) and 10:30 AM (Register)
  • Little Bodies, Big Feelings (Sensory Friendly) - Thursdays 9:30 AM
    *No Storytime February 23rd*
  • Merry Munchkins - Fridays 9:00 - 11:00 AM through February 17th
     
School Age programs:
  • Magic Tree House Book Club (Gr K-3) - Tuesday, February 14th 3:30 PM
  • Lego Club (Gr 3-5) - Wednesday, February 15th 3:30 PM
Visit our website for full details: mcfarlandlibrary.org/children
 
Teen Highlights
Clipart image of a video game controller Teen After Hours: Paint & Sip Night
Friday, February 24th 5:15 PM
Registration Required
 
Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to our monthly event after the library closes. Enjoy a relaxing evening at the library with some no-stress canvas painting while sipping on some hot chocolate. Register here to make sure you get a canvas!
More Teen programs:
  • Snack & Chat - Mondays 4:00 - 5:00 PM
  • Teen Hangout - Thursdays 4:00 - 5:00 PM
  • Scribe Tribe - Tuesday, February 7th 4:00 PM
  • Teen Advisory Board - Wednesday, February 8th 4:30 - 5:30 PM 
Visit our website and subscribe to our teen newsletter for full details and latest info: mcfarlandlibrary.org/teen
 
Adult Highlights
Picture of a jar of paintbrushesCraft Club
Wednesday, February 15th 6:30 PM
Library Community Meeting Room
Registration Required - Opens February 8th
 
Explore collagraph, a simple printmaking technique using foam shapes and acrylic paint. All supplies provided. Register online starting February 8th or call the library at 608-838-9030 to sign up.
 
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Thursday, February 2nd & 16th 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Library Community Meeting Room
 
Join us for a game of bridge on the first and third Thursdays of the month. Everyone is welcome, and no registration is required.
Visit our website for a full list of adult programs and services: mcfarlandlibrary.org/adult-events
 
Book Clubs
Join us for book discussions! Both of our book clubs meet in the Library Community Room or you can join us virtually over Zoom. Copies of each month's title are available at the library. New readers always welcome.
 
Mystery Book Club
Book cover of The Cat Who Came to Breakfast by Lilian Jackson Braun
Wednesday, February 1st 6:30 PM
Library Community Meeting Room
 
The cat who came to breakfast
by Lilian Jackson Braun

Qwilleran and his Siamese cats, Koko and Yum Yum, journey to a peaceful island paradise that is rapidly being developed into a luxurious resort, where a series of mysterious "accidents" has been occurring.
Book cover of Not a Happy Family by Shari Lapena
Next Month:
Wednesday, March 1st 6:30 PM
Library Community Meeting Room
 
Not a happy family
by Shari Lapeña

When their parents are brutally murdered the night after Easter dinner, three siblings, who stand to inherit millions, are devastated but also wonder if one of them is capable of murder or if a stranger was responsible for tearing this not-so-happy family apart.
Wednesday Afternoon Book Club
Book cover of We Must Be Brave by Frances Liardet
Wednesday, February 8th 2:00 PM
Library Community Meeting Room
 
We must be brave
by Frances Liardet

Caring for a lost child during the chaotic 1940 evacuation of her once-quiet Southampton village, a woman who never believed she wanted children finds herself unexpectedly at a loss when the child is taken away.
Book cover of The Bonesetter's Daughter by Amy Tan
Next Month:
Wednesday, March 8th 2:00 PM
Library Community Meeting Room
 
The bonesetter's daughter
by Amy Tan

Struggling to regain her voice and express her true feelings to her husband, ghostwriter Ruth Young discovers that her inability to speak closely parallels the story of her mother LuLing's early life in China.
Reading Recommendations
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Honor Black History Month with reading recommendations for all ages. Explore the titles in our interactive flyer and check out these additional resources:
Madison Public Library events and local resources 
UW-Madison events
Wisconsin Black Historical Society
Wisconsin Historical Society
BlackHisotryMonth.gov
National Museum of African American History & Culture
 
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  • Check out our Reading Recommendations page
  • View our Staff Picks interactive flyer
  • Sign up for NextReads newsletters
  • Browse or search NoveList Plus
  • Check out the latest issue of Booklist Reader
  • Pick up a free copy of BookPage in the library
  • View the LibraryReads monthly top ten list 
  • Request a custom Book Bundle
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Digital Library
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Sunday
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
 
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