MARCH
2021
Libraries Step Up
This spring, join our statewide advocacy campaign called "Libraries Step Up." 
 
Collection Changes
You may notice some changes the next time you're at the Library! We are moving some collections around and appreciate your patience and understanding. Please visit the Reference Desk for assistance if you cannot find what you need.
 
Magazine Giveaway
A variety of past-issue magazines will be available for free starting March 1 while supplies last. If you have any questions, please call the Checkout Desk at (262) 569-2193, ext. 200.
Helen Farnsworth Mears Student Art Exhibition
The Helen Farnsworth Mears Art Contest is an annual juried art contest for 7th and 8th grade public, private, and home-schooled students sponsored by the Oconomowoc Junior Woman's Club. Visit the Library March 8-22 to see the student artwork on display. 
 
 
BIRTH - PRESCHOOL (AGES 0-5)
Baby Bounce-Along
Wednesdays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31 l 9:30-9:45 am
A short and sweet rhyme time full of early literacy for littles! Best for ages zero to eighteen months with a caregiver. Join us on Facebook Live or watch for up to one week later on the Library's Facebook page or YouTube channel.  
Stay-In Storytime
Wednesdays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31 l 10-10:30 am
Join Ms. Caitlin for stories, songs, and early literacy! Join us on Facebook Live, or watch for up to one week later on the Library's Facebook page or YouTube channel.  
 
Little Hands Workshop - Home Edition
Monday, March 15
Take home a bag filled with activities and puzzles for your little learner. Available while supplies last. 
SCHOOL-AGE (AGES 5-12)
Weird but True! Nonfiction Read-Alouds
Wednesdays, March 10, 17, 24, & 31 l 4-5 pm
It doesn't always have to be fiction to be wild and wacky! Join us for read-alouds of unbelievable true stories and tons of fast facts. Registration required to receive Zoom link by email; one registration per family.   
Monday Makers To Go
Monday, March 8 
Pick up a to-go bag and create a craft at home. Available while supplies last. 
Tech & Tinker To Go
Monday, March 22
Grab and go science experiments and projects! Most materials will be provided, although some basic supplies may be required. Available while supplies last.  
FAMILY (ALL AGES)
Kids' Kitchen - Meal in a Mug
Saturday, March 20 l 10-11 am
Cook along with Ms. Caitlin and enjoy fun stories, songs, and kitchen science. Registration required to receive Zoom link by email; one registration per family.  
 
TWEEN (AGES 8-12)
Tween Take 'n' Bake - XXL Sugar Cookie
Thursday, April 1 l 6-7:30 pm
Let's bake! Make an extra-extra-large sugar cookie while hanging out on Zoom. Sharing is up to you! Most ingredients provided by the Library. Registration required to receive the Zoom link. Stop by the Library to pick up your ingredients or request via curbside pickup starting Monday, March 29. Gluten-free? Email cschaffer@oconomowoclibrary.org for the recipe.  
Teen Advisory Board
Monday, March 1 l 4-5 pm 
Finding it hard to earn volunteer hours during a pandemic? Join TAB! Earn an hour of volunteering just by chatting with other teens and Ms. Caitlin about Library services and events for ages 12-18. Registration required to receive Zoom link by email. 
Digital Dungeons & Dragons
Thursdays, March 4 & 18 l 6-7:30 pm
Casual D&D hosted by the Library? Yes, indeed! Join us for an exclusive D&D campaign, run just for you. Beginners welcome! Registration required to receive Zoom link by email. 
Discord Gaming Meetup
Thursday, March 11 l 6-8 pm 
Among Us! Mafia! Jackbox! Hunker down for two full hours of online games with other friends on the Library's Teen Discord server. Discord account required to join. Register for access to the Library's Teen Discord server. 
Board Game Bonanza!
Friday, March 12 l 6-8 pm
Do you miss hanging out, playing games, and eating snacks at the Library as much as we do? If so, this is the event for you! We will do ALL of those things, just not in the Library building. Registration required to receive Zoom link by email and for snack selection. You will be contacted when your snacks are available for pickup at the Library. 
Stress S.O.S. Care Kit
Monday, March 15
Feeling a little out of control right now? Come claim a Stress S.O.S. Care Kit! Each kit is filled with activities, crafts, resources, and items to help you manage stress and anxiety. Available while supplies last.  
Teen Book Group - Library Trolls
Monday, March 15 l 4-5 pm
Discuss genres, tropes, and favorite characters while enjoying the companionship of fellow readers. No required reading allowed! Registration required to receive Zoom link by email. 
Teen Take 'n' Bake - XXL Sugar Cookie
Saturday, March 20 l 1-2:30 pm
Let's bake! Make an extra-extra-large sugar cookie while hanging out on Zoom and playing games. Most ingredients provided by the Library. Register to receive the Zoom link, then stop by the Library to pick up your ingredients or request via curbside pickup, starting Monday, March 15. Gluten-free? Email Ms. Caitlin for the recipe.  
Anime Club Meetup
Thursday, March 25 l 6:30-8 pm
Chat with like-minded anime and manga lovers! Anime Club is a low key gathering where ALL levels of fandom can interact without judgment. Registration required to receive Zoom link by email.  
Thriller Book Club
Tuesday, March 9 l 6-7 pm
Join us as we discuss a new thriller each month. Registration required to receive Zoom link by email. An Unwanted Guest by Shari LapeƱa is available in the online catalog, OverDrive. 
Game Night
Friday, March 19 l 5:30-7 pm
Join us for a night of online gaming fun! Registration required to receive Zoom link by email. 
Take & Make Crafts
Monday, March 22
Visit the Reference Desk to take home a craft! Adults only please. Available while supplies last. 
200 W. South St.
Oconomowoc, WI 53066
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