On the same page: Author talk, Veterans Day and upcoming events at Reedsburg Public Library
Youth and adult services departments have an exciting week coming up, starting with an author talk this Sunday, Nov. 8. A Veterans Day highlight will be a presentation by Reedsburg’s VFW Post 1916 on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Upcoming events include the Friends of the Library Bread Sale on Monday, Nov. 16, and a visit from the Wisconsin Dells Singers and Dancers on Sunday, Nov. 22.
Hildegard (Dee) Lambert will talk about her new book “Fraulein Anni: One Woman’s Journey Through the Hitler Years” on Sunday, at 1 p.m. The historical fiction book is based on her mother Annie Kawetschanky’s experience prior to, and during World War II, growing up in a German village in Slovakia, and later spending time in Berlin. While in Berlin she worked in the household of Hans Bernd von Haeften, who she later learned was a member of the German resistance. Lambert will have copies of this book available for purchase after the program.
On Monday, Nov. 9, at 6 p.m., Youth Services Assistant Librarian Miss Ashley will lead High School Hangout participants (Grades 9-12) in a game of Truth or Bean. Tell the truth or take your chances on a questionable jelly bean. On Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 4 p.m., Time Travelers (Grades K-2) will explore Greek mythology with stories and crafts. Board games will be enjoyed at Tuesday’s Family Fun Night at 6 p.m. Transportation is the focus of Baby and Me at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, while Thursday and Friday Storytime sessions at 10 a.m. concentrate on animals that hibernate.
This month’s Local History and Genealogy Meet Up falls on Veterans Day. Join us at 1 p.m. for a talk by John Noga, post commander of Reedsburg’s VFW Post 1916. Noga will talk about the founding and incorporation of the Post, as well as some past post commanders and how they directly impacted the community. There is no registration or fee required to attend this program.
The Friends of the Reedsburg Public Library group is getting ready for their annual bread sale. This year the sale will be held on Monday, Nov. 16, starting at 9 a.m. and continuing until 1:30 p.m., while supplies last. Bread items available for purchase may include yeast breads, quick breads, rolls, scones, or muffins, both sweet and savory. Purchases can be made by cash, check or credit card. If you would like to help out by baking for the sale, wrap and label your homemade goods to drop off on Sunday, Nov. 15, from noon to 2:45 p.m., and on Monday during the sale. If you would like to help on the day of the sale please contact Assistant Library Director Anne Howe at the library.
November is Native American Heritage month, and this year the Friends of the Reedsburg Public Library will celebrate by hosting the Wisconsin Dells Singers and Dancers on Sunday, Nov. 22, at 1 p.m. Led by Elliott Funmaker, Sr., representatives of the group will perform traditional Ho-Chunk songs and dances, and provide explanations of the regalia and drum symbolism. There is no registration or fee required to attend this program.
For questions about any library program or service, call the library at 608-768-READ (7323) or email info@reedsburglibrary.org.
