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A conversation with author Lauren Fox

Author Lauren Fox will appear in a conversation with the Mercer Public Library and Winchester Public Library at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 18, 2024. The event will be held at the Mercer Community Center, 2648W Margaret Street, Mercer. Refreshments will be served. Fox’s 2021 novel, Send For Me, was selected as a Today Show “Read with Jenna” pick. Based on the author’s own family letters, Send for Me tells the story of a young woman in prewar Germany intertwined with the story of her granddaughter in modern day Wisconsin. NPR called Send for Me, “a richly imagined, lyrically written story.” It was named a New York Times Notable Book and Bestseller. Lauren Fox earned her MFA from the University of Minnesota and is the author of the novels Send for Me, Days of Awe, Still Life with Husband, and Friends Like Us. Her work has appeared in numerous publications, including The New York Times, Marie Claire, Parenting, Psychology Today, The Rumpus, and Salon. She lives in Milwaukee. Fox’s books will be available for purchase at the event thanks to the participation of Lake Effect Books in Hurley, Wisconsin. Supplies may be limited, and those interested can reserve a copy by calling Lake Effect in advance at 715-255-4144. Refreshments will […]

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Beginning Photography with your Smartphone

Smartphones have eliminated the need for expensive cameras to get a quality image. Thanks to this fantastic photo taking tool, it only takes a bit of time and attention to capture that beautiful image, that precious moment, that memory… you see right before your eyes. Join photographer Aline Fetter in learning the fundamentals of smartphone photography, from basic camera functions to composition tips and techniques. This free workshop will be presented at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 20. The first half of the class will be instructional, the second half you will shoot indoors and outdoors trying different techniques. All you need to bring is your smartphone. Aline Fetter has been a full-time resident of the Northwoods since 2018. She began her photographic journey as an advertising executive, supervising dozens of photo shoots and reviewing thousands of photographs, before studying photography at the College of DuPage. Inspired by her passion for nature, Aline began exploring the waterways, roads, and paths of the Northwoods with her camera in hand. She strives to capture the unique moments and patterns in an all-too-transient world. From the subtle beauty of a sun dappled waterlily to the vivacious reflections of autumn on fast moving water, […]

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Taste Test Kit: Lavender

Our September 2024 Taste Test featured ingredient is lavender! Kits are available to library card holders age 18 and older, while supplies last. Learn more here.

Friends of the Library regular meeting

The Friends of the Mercer Public Library holds regular monthly meetings on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 11:00 a.m. New volunteers are always welcome! If you'd like to attend by Zoom, please call the library at 715-476-2366 for the link. The Friends of the Library are a registered 501(c)(3) organization that seeks to support the work of the Mercer Library. They assist with library events and fund programming, library materials, and special events that are not covered under the library's operating budget. Attend a meeting to see how you can help!

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Friends of the Library Fall Celebration

Mark your calendar for our annual Friends of the Library Fall Celebration! This popular event is free and open to the public. Enjoy hors d' oeuvres; beer, wine, and soft drinks; desserts; and live music with Chris Skinner. The Friends will be selling tickets for the Book Basket raffles, including 8 baskets full of treasures, adventures, experiences, and so much more! Raffles will be drawn on September 20th at 2:00pm. You can also participate in the "Dine Around" -- buy a wrapped box guaranteed to contain a dining gift certificate worth more than you paid. Everyone's a winner! Preview our online auction items during the Fall Celebration. Bidding will begin on September 14 at 5:00pm, check out our auction website here! All proceeds from the Fall Celebration and from the Fall Online Auction will benefit the Friends of the Mercer Public Library, who fund library programming, new materials, equipment and furniture, and other special activities throughout the year. Thank you to all of our amazing Sponsors and Donors for helping make this event happen! For more information, go to the Fall Celebration page.

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