Adult Events
Meet the Candidates
Wisconsin will hold elections for local office on April 2, 2024, and the Mercer Library invites you to attend a "Meet the Candidates" open house on Tuesday, March 19th from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. This informal event will provide time for you to visit individually with the candidates that have registered for Mercer Town ... Read More
Tech class: Basic troubleshooting for laptops and smartphones
Mercer Public Library 2648W Margaret Street, Mercer, WI, United StatesEveryone should know some basic steps for troubleshooting their devices, and it's not as hard as you think! Library staff will present some simple solutions you can try for everyday problems with your smartphone and laptop. All are welcome and there are no requirements to attend. For more information, call the library at 715-476-2366.
CANCELLED: Tech class: Smartphone Photos with Bug Tussel University
Mercer Public Library 2648W Margaret Street, Mercer, WI, United StatesTHIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO ILLNESS. SORRY FOR THE INCONVENIENCE! Learn how to view, save, share, organize, and edit photos on your smartphone. This class is designed for smartphone users who are comfortable with the basics and are ready to learn more about managing photos on their device. For both iPhone and Android ... Read More
Grown Up Story Hour
Liberty Way Tap House 2040W Saarnio Road, Mercer, WI, United StatesJoin us for Grown Up Story Hour on Sunday, March 24 at 1:00 p.m. at the Liberty Way Tap House in Mercer. Why should kids have all the fun? Sit back and relax while we read short stories, poetry, and essays to you! There’s no cost to attend and all are welcome. Beverages and food ... Read More
Block Printing for Teens & Adults
Due to demand for Cedar's class on March 9th, she has graciously agreed to run a second class! Teens and adults are invited to learn about Block Printing with artist Cedar Nelson in a FREE workshop on Saturday, March 30 at 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Mercer Library. We will look at the ... Read More
Taste Test Kit: Black Pepper
Mercer Public Library 2648W Margaret Street, Mercer, WI, United StatesOur April 2024 Taste Test featured ingredient is black pepper! Kits are available to library card holders age 18 and older, while supplies last. Learn more here.
Understanding and Managing Prediabetes and Diabetes
According to the American Diabetes Association, over 1.2 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes every year. In 2021, 97.6 million American adults had prediabetes. Want to learn more? Registered Dietician Rebecca Crumb-Johnson will present an informative program on diabetes and prediabetes at the Mercer Library on Tuesday, April 2nd at 11:30 a.m. Rebecca's presentation will ... Read More
Elder Benefits office hours with ADRC
Mercer Public Library 2648W Margaret Street, Mercer, WI, United StatesJerri Sokol, Elder Benefit Specialist with the ADRC of the North, will be holding monthly outreach hours at the Mercer Public Library on the first Wednesday of the month at 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. beginning January 3, 2024. The Aging and Disability Resource Center of the North provides information and assistance related to aging or adults ... Read More
Planning a Successful Vegetable Garden
Mercer Public Library 2648W Margaret Street, Mercer, WI, United StatesPLEASE NOTE: This event has been rescheduled for Friday, April 5 due to the weather forecast. Date: Friday, April 5, 2024 Two Locations and Times: Iron County Courthouse Boardroom, 9:00 – 11:00 AM Mercer Public Library, 1:30 – 3:30 PM Learn more on how to have success growing your own vegetables in 2024. Topics of ... Read More
Tech Class: Video Chatting with Bug Tussel U
Mercer Public Library 2648W Margaret Street, Mercer, WI, United StatesLearn how to video chat with your computer or smartphone. This class is designed for technology users who are comfortable using the internet, smartphones, and computers. You’ll learn how to sign on to a video call, how to clearly see and hear yourself and others on a video call, how to mute yourself and turn ... Read More
Eclipse observations at the Library
Mercer Public Library 2648W Margaret Street, Mercer, WI, United StatesAll are welcome to visit the library to observe the partial solar eclipse happening on April 8, 2024. The library will have our Sunspotter scope, telescope fitted with a solar filter, pinhole viewers, and eclipse glasses so you can watch the celestial show! We'll also be collecting other data to show the effects of the ... Read More
Tech class: How to Recycle E-Waste on Earth Day and Year Round
Mercer Public Library 2648W Margaret Street, Mercer, WI, United StatesThe Library is preparing for Earth Day and we're asking you to start too! The tech class will cover ways to recycle e-waste on Earth Day through the Library and what you can do year-round. Library Assistant Julia will be ready with a presentation with resources that will be available and what can be recycled ... Read More
Knitters group
Mercer Public Library 2648W Margaret Street, Mercer, WI, United StatesKnitters & other fiber crafters are invited to bring a project to work on and enjoy the company of your fellow needle crafters on Tuesday mornings at 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. All are welcome, including beginners!
Opening Reception for Artist in Residence McCall Hocking
Mercer Public Library 2648W Margaret Street, Mercer, WI, United StatesThe Friends of the Mercer Public Library are proud to welcome oil painter McCall Hocking as the Mercer Public Library Artist in Residence for the second quarter of 2024. Hocking’s work will be featured in exhibits and events at the library from now through the end of June 2024. The library exhibit includes 29 original ... Read More
Avoiding Identity Theft, Fraud, and Scams
Mercer Public Library 2648W Margaret Street, Mercer, WI, United StatesJoin us for a free program on avoiding identity theft, fraud, and scams at the Mercer Library on Thursday, April 18 at 11:15 a.m. (Please note the earlier time) Federal Trade Commission data shows that American consumers reported over $10 billion in losses due to fraud in 2023, a 14% increase over the previous year. ... Read More