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The library is more
than just books! We offer a variety of free (and, rarely, low cost)
programs for all ages. Unless otherwise noted, the programs listed
below are free and no registration is required.
The library welcomes the
opportunity to serve people with disabilities. If you require a program
to be in accessible format, please call 262-246-5180 at least 72 hours
in advance so arrangements can be made.
ADULT
PROGRAMS
TEEN
PROGRAMS
CHILDREN’S
PROGRAMS
ADULT
PROGRAMS
Daytime
& Evening Programs
The Friends of the
Pauline Haass Library sponsor programs in support of the library's goal of
providing lifelong learning opportunities to the residents of Lisbon and
Sussex. All programs are free, approximately one hour in length, and
held in the Quad/Graphics Room of the library. No registration required
unless indicated.
Winter/Spring 2010 Programs
Thursday, January 7, 1:00 p.m. -- "Milwaukee in the 1950's: No Wonder They Called It 'Happy Days'" by Historian Stephen Hauser. There was no better place to be than in Milwaukee when politics, business and life were on the upswing after the war. Hear about the movers and shakers and what they accomplished.
Thursday, February 11, 7:00 p.m. -- “This is a Laughing Matter” by Diane Kane, Certified Laughter Leader. Learn how to become more optimistic and hopeful, reducing stress and preventing hardening of the arteries. Research shows that laughter IS the best medicine.
Thursday, March 4, 4:00- 6:00 p.m. – Youth Art Display and Reception to honor student artists and their teachers from the Hamilton School District. The art will remain on display throughout March for the community’s enjoyment of Youth Art Month.
Thursday, March 11, 7:00 p.m. – “The History of Jewelry” by John Barnes, Gemologist. A visual presentation of historical jewelry will precede actual appraisals of those pieces brought in by the audience (one piece per person, please; more if time allows.)
Thursday, April 22, 7:00 p.m. – “Photography Basics through Nature” by Sarah Meissner. Learn how to use a standard digital camera and the importance of the basics; composition, lighting and framing. Through good photography, Earth Day can be celebrated in every season.
Recent past programs have included:
Human Interest./Feature Writing
Fill 'er Up: The Glory Days of Wisconsin Gas Stations
Healthy Foods for Your Valentine
Wind and Solar Energy--What's It All About?
New Plants for Your Garden
The Mystery of Aztalan
De-clutter Today for a Carefree Tomorrow
Following the Trail: The History of Blue Mound Road
Animal Adaptations
First Ladies: The Lives of Presidents' Wives
Perennials for Every Season
All Aboard: Railroads of Lisbon/Sussex
Fraud Prevention
Madams, Marxists and Madmen in Milwaukee's Past
Winter Bird Feeding
Seasons in a Country Kitchen
Low Input Lawn Care -- Or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love My Lawn
Give the Lady What She Wants: The History of Shopping
Dixie Betrayed: How the South Really Lost the Civil War
Do you have an idea for an adult program?
Call us at 262-246-5180.
Computer Classes
Are you just getting started with computers or looking for a little extra help to answer some of your questions? We can help! The library offers free one-on-one computer classes for adults. Sit down with a librarian and learn the ins and outs of search techniques, e-mail accounts and more. Call the Adult Reference Desk at 262-246-5181 to schedule a time to learn more about computers today!
Afternoon Book Club
This is the newest addition
to our book discussion groups. The meetings are held on the
third Wednesday of every month at 2:00 p.m.
Copies of the books will be
available for book club members at the library, so there will be no cost for
you. If you are interested in getting together for friendly
discussions about thought provoking books, call the reference desk at
262-246-5181 and ask for Becky.
Wednesday afternoons (2:00 p.m.) year-round
| December 16, 2009 |
A LONG WAY GONE by Ishmael Beah |
| January 20, 2010 |
THE 19TH WIFE by David Ebershoff |
| February 17, 2010 |
THE DOUBLE BIND by Chris Bohjalian |
| March 17, 2010 |
NEVER LET ME GO by Kazuo Ishiguro |
April 21, 2010 |
LOVING FRANK by Nancy Horan |
| May 19, 2010 |
THE LOST CITY OF Z by David Grann |
| June 16, 2010 |
THE BLIND SIDE by Michael Lewis |
| July 21, 2010 |
THE FORGOTTEN GARDEN by Kate Morten |
| August 18, 2010 |
IN THE LAKE OF THE WOODS by Tim O’Brien |
| September 15, 2010 |
THE BOOK THIEF by Markus Zusak |
| October 20, 2010 |
WILDFLOWER by Mark Seal |
| November 17, 2010 |
LAMB: THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO BIFF, CHRIST’S CHILDHOOD PAL by Christopher Moore |
| December 15, 2010 |
THE HELP by Kathryn Stockett |
Monday Night Book Club
The library has a general fiction book discussion group that meets from 7:00-8:30 p.m. the first Monday of each month from September through May. The
library will borrow copies of the books to be read or you can find a copy of
your own. Then read the book and come prepared to talk about it with your
fellow readers. There is still room for a few more members--please contact the
Reference Desk at 262-246-5181 for more information.
Monday Nights (7:00 - 8:30 p.m.) from September through
May.
September 14, 2009 |
THE ROBBER BRIDE by Margaret Atwood |
| October 5, 2009 |
THE ABSOLUTELY TRUE DIARY OF A PART-TIME INDIAN by Sherman Alexie |
| November 2, 2009 |
THE STORY OF EDGAR SAWTELLE by David Wroblewski |
December 7, 2009 |
CHANGE OF HEART by Jodi Picoult |
| January 4, 2010 |
THE SHACK by William P. Young |
| February 1, 2010 |
THE LEPER by Steve Thayer |
| March 1, 2010 |
THE THIRTEENTH TALE by Diane Setterfield |
| April 5, 2010 |
SARAH’S KEY by Tatianne de Rosnay (Book Selection Night) |
| May 3, 2010 |
THE GUERNSEY LITERARY AND POTATO PEEL SOCIETY by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows |
Mystery
Book Group
The Mystery Book Discussion Group meets from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
the first Wednesday of each month from September through June. The
library will borrow copies of the books to be read or you can find a copy of
your own. We currently have room for a few more members! Please contact the Reference Desk at 262-246-5181 or
e-mail us for more information.
| September 2, 2009 |
READER'S CHOICE -- Any mystery read this summer. |
| October 7, 2009 |
ECHO PARK by Michael Connelly |
| November 4, 2009 |
SILVER SCREAM by Mary Daheim |
| December 2, 2009 |
SWEET REVENGE by Diane Mott Davidson |
| January 6, 2010 |
BLOODY MARY by Joe Konrath |
| February 3, 2010 |
THE NEXT ACCIDENT by Lisa Gardner |
| March 3, 2010 |
LAND OF A HUNDRED WONDERS by Lesley Kagen |
| April 7, 2010 |
No meeting |
| May 5, 2010 |
DOWN RIVER by John Hart |
| June 2, 2010 |
HUNTING FEAR by Kay Hooper |
Guys Book Club
This is a new addition to our book discussion groups. The meetings are held on the second Wednesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. This discussion group will read books that are traditionally more popular with male readers, although ladies are also very welcome to join. Future titles will be determined by the group and will include a mix of fiction and nonfiction. Copies of the books will be available for book club members at the library, so there will be no cost for you. If you are interested in getting together for friendly discussions about thought provoking books, call the reference desk at 262-246-5181 and ask for Ralph.
| November 11, 2009 |
Reader's Choice -- classic sci-fi |
| December 9 , 2009 |
DOG DAYS by Jon Katz |
| January 13, 2010 |
THE HUMAN STAIN by Philip Roth |
| February 10, 2010 |
TEAM OF RIVALS by Doris Kearns Goodwin |
| March 10, 2010 |
TROPIC OF CANCER or TROPIC OF CAPRICORN by Henry Miller |
| April 14, 2010 |
Reader's Choice -- Pitcairn Island subject |
| May 12, 2010 |
CITY OF THIEVES by David Benioff |
| June 9, 2010 |
1421 : THE YEAR CHINA DISCOVERED AMERICA by Gavin Menzies |
| July 14, 2010 |
VANISHED by Joseph Finder |
| August 11, 2010 |
HELLRAISERS : THE LIFE AND INEBRIATED TIMES OF RICHARD BURTON, RICHARD HARRIS, PETER O'TOOLE, AND OLIVER REED by Robert Sellers or RAT PACK CONFIDENTIAL by Shawn Levy |
| September 8, 2010 |
FOUCAULT'S PENDULUM by Umberto Eco |
| October 13, 2010 |
NOTES FROM A SMALL ISLAND by Bill Bryson |
| November 10, 2010 |
MEMORIES OF MY MELANCHOLY WHORES by Gabriel García Márquez |
Great Books
The Great Books discussion group invites new members to join as
they begin a new series on the third Wednesday of each month (9:30 a.m.) at
the library. The group will read and discuss fifteen selections from
the anthology Great Conversations I. Great Books
was established in 1947 by two educators from the University of Chicago to help
passionate readers meet and talk about enduring ideas and issues. To find out
more about Great Books and where to purchase the series anthology, contact Marie
DeVillers at 262-251-2193.
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