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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T150000
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SUMMARY:The Heart and Soul of Mercer: Photo Walk with Artist in Residence Christina Myers
DESCRIPTION:Join photographer Christina Myers on a scenic photo walk through Mercer on Thursday\, July 24 from 3:00-5:00pm. On the walk\, we’ll explore classic Mercer sites while delving into the unique iconography of Northern Wisconsin. We’ll meet at the library\, and then explore nearby photo spots\, chat about area history\, and check out contemporary sights. Christina will be available to field your photography questions on the walk\, as well as share tips on storytelling through environmental portraiture. Come for a structured outing or a casual exploration of the community for a meaningful creative social experience. All ages and cameras are welcome. \nSpace is limited to 10 people and registration is required in advanced. Please call the Mercer Public Library at 715-476-2366 to sign up for the class. Thanks to a sponsorship from the Friends of the Mercer Public Library\, this is event is free to attend.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/the-heart-and-soul-of-mercer/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T190000
DTSTAMP:20250627T183440Z
CREATED:20250523T193439Z
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SUMMARY:A Conversation with Sara Rath
DESCRIPTION:Join author Sara Rath for a discussion of the novel and the true story of Hurley’s 100-year old unsolved “Lady of the Evening” murder around which her novel resolves. Rath will share how she wove Northwoods history through her modern-day suspense story that centers at “The Last Resort” on a fictitious Star Lake. Much of the setting for her novel was inspired by the summer cabin her family visits each year near Mercer. \nAbout the author: “Accidental Summer” is the third in the Star Lake series of novels by award-winning author Sara Lindsay Rath. A native of Manawa\, Wis.\, Rath earned her undergraduate degree in English from UW-Madison and has an MFA in writing from Vermont College. She is the recipient of fellowships from the Wisconsin Arts Board\, the MacDowell Colony\, and the Ucross Foundation. She still visits the family cabin near Mercer\, where generational ties familiarized her with the natural world of the Northwoods. Married for over 32 years to Del Lamont\, their combined family embraces six children\, 13 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Learn more at www.sararath.com. \nFor more information about all of our 2025 summer programs\, please click here or call the Mercer Public Library at 715-476-2366. Thanks to a sponsorship by the Friends of the Mercer Public Library\, all summer programs are FREE and open to the public.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/a-conversation-with-sara-rath/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Book Club,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T110000
DTSTAMP:20250627T202820Z
CREATED:20250519T190613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T202820Z
UID:10001357-1753956000-1753959600@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Birds of Prey with Northwoods Wildlife Center
DESCRIPTION:Through our birds of prey educational program\, you will learn about the unique and beautiful adaptations that help these fantastic birds hunt and survive. Our educators usually bring Tommi\, an extraordinary and gorgeous Red-Tailed Hawk. On our education tour\, you will see Peregrine Falcons\, Great Horned Owls\, Goshawks\, and Red Tailed Hawks. You will also get to see a full-sized bald eagle nest\, test your grip against some of the strongest grips in the animal kingdom and learn all sorts of great things about birds of prey. \nThe culmination of a dream of local veterinarian Dr. Rory Foster and his wife Linda\, the Northwoods Wildlife Center was incorporated in 1979\, and became a separate entity from his veterinarian clinic\, Foster-Smith Animal Hospital in Minocqua\, Wisconsin after a 2-day old fawn with a broken leg was admitted to his clinic. The Fosters were determined to help.  Soon after the fawn arrived\, the Fosters began treating multitudes of other wild animal species brought to the clinic by concerned citizens.  It was then decided that the Fosters would form a non-profit organization dedicated to helping injured wildlife. The Northwoods Wildlife Center wildlife hospital was built next to the Foster-Smith Animal Hospital and was officially opened on June 19\, 1982\, becoming one of the first wildlife hospitals in the Midwest. \nFor more information about all of our 2025 summer programs\, please click here or call the Mercer Public Library at 715-476-2366. Thanks to a sponsorship by the Friends of the Mercer Public Library\, all summer programs are FREE and open to the public.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/birds-of-prey/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250804T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250804T170000
DTSTAMP:20250611T161528Z
CREATED:20250611T161454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T161528Z
UID:10001431-1754319600-1754326800@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Storytelling through Pictures: Open Printing Studio with Artist in Residence Christina Myers
DESCRIPTION:The print lab is open! Join photographer Christina Myers for an immersive workshop on Monday August 4 from 3:00-5:00pm that blends the art of archival printing with the craft of storytelling. Participants will learn the technical process of creating high-quality\, lasting prints—from file preparation to paper selection and final output. Then\, we’ll dive into the narrative side of your work to unlock the story behind the image and craft a compelling artist’s blurb that brings your print to life through words. This workshop will help you preserve your vision and express the story behind it with clarity and purpose. Participants will leave the workshop with (1) large format archival print of a personal image of their choosing. All ages are welcome. \nSpace is limited to 10 people and registration is required in advanced. Please call the Mercer Public Library at 715-476-2366 to sign up for the class. Thanks to a sponsorship from the Friends of the Mercer Public Library\, this is event is free to attend.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/storytelling-through-pictures-open-printing-studio-with-artist-in-residence-christina-myers/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250805T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250805T150000
DTSTAMP:20250627T190856Z
CREATED:20250523T191508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T190856Z
UID:10001363-1754380800-1754406000@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Annual Used Book Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Mercer Library will sponsor a USED BOOK SALE on Tuesday August 5 from 8am-3pm. Our book sales offer great deals on books for all ages\, jigsaw puzzles\, DVDs\, and more. The Book Sale is buy what you want and take what you want so feel free to stock up your bookshelves\, early plan for holiday presents\, or just take some time to browse what’s for sale.\n\nAll proceeds from the sale benefit the Friends of the Mercer Public Library who support programs\, special events\, materials\, and new equipment and special items for the library. You can help by shopping at the sale or by donating used items for the sale — or both!\nWe need your donations for the sale!\nWhile we accept small amounts of donations throughout the year\, we will accept large quantities from July 28 through August 2 during normal library operations. \nWe love donations of good condition hardcover books\, paperback books\, children’s books\, DVDs\, and CDs. We also appreciate board games and puzzles if they are in good condition with all their pieces. We we can only accept workbooks like crossword puzzles\, Sudoku\, and coloring books if they are in new\, unused condition. \nWe do not accept textbooks\, encyclopedias\, magazines\, outdated medical or legal books\, and “condensed” books. We also cannot accept any items that are moldy or water damaged\, or have insect or rodent damage due to the risk of spreading those problems to other books at the library. Thank you!
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/annual-used-book-sale/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Book Club,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250807
DTSTAMP:20250716T161311Z
CREATED:20250716T161113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T161311Z
UID:10001605-1754438400-1754524799@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Library Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Library will be closed on Wednesday August 6\, 2025 for Loon Day.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/library-closed-8/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T150000
DTSTAMP:20250619T202522Z
CREATED:20250519T191351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T202522Z
UID:10001358-1754575200-1754578800@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Legends of the Loon with the Discovery Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us just after Loon Day for a program on the ‘Legends of the Loon’ with the North Lake Discovery Center. The program will be on Thursday August 7 from 2pm-3pm. \nThis lesson will explore the life history and behaviors of this mysterious bird of the north with a slide show presentation. A fund and interactive loon adaptation activity will leave one participant feeling ‘loony.’ \nNLDC is a nature-based education and community center. Our market is regional\, appealing to people who live\, own second homes\, and vacation in Wisconsin’s Northwoods. An expanding market is organized groups interested in nature-recreation opportunities and programs. These include groups such as the Center for Conservation Leadership and WI Land+Water Youth Conservation Camp. \nFor more information about all of our 2025 summer programs\, please click here or call the Mercer Public Library at 715-476-2366. Thanks to a sponsorship by the Friends of the Mercer Public Library\, all summer programs are FREE and open to the public.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/legends-of-the-loon/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T110000
DTSTAMP:20250619T202539Z
CREATED:20250519T192145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T202539Z
UID:10001359-1755165600-1755169200@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Magic Morgan & Liliana
DESCRIPTION:Prepare to be astonished on August 14 from 10am-11am with Magic Morgan and Liliana! \nAward-winning magicians Magic Morgan & Liliana provide an extraordinary blend of eye-popping illusions\, dazzling balloon artistry\, daring stunts with live animals\, and mind-boggling tricks. Watch as the impossible unfolds before your eyes in a show that will have you laughing and gasp as you wonder\, “How did they do that?” \nMeet the Magicians \nMatthew ‘Magic’ Morgan – The Deaf Magician Who’s Performed Worldwide!\nMatthew “Magic” Morgan’s love for magic started at age six when his grandfather—a former carnival performer—taught him a simple coin trick. That small moment sparked a passion that would take him across the globe!\nBy age 11\, he booked his first paid performance\, using his earnings to invest in even more magic tricks. By 1992\, he was already taking his magic beyond state lines. With over 30 years of experience\, Matthew has performed in 50 states and 45 countries around the world\, thrilling audiences with his spectacular illusions and sleight of hand. To date\, he has performed over 10\,000 live shows. \n\nLiliana Morgan\, a Stunning Fusion of Dance\, Culture & Illusion!\nBorn in Russia\, Liliana Morgan has captivated audiences across Europe with her breathtaking blend of magic\, dance\, and cultural artistry. Lilana’s love for magic began in her twenties\, and she quickly became a rising star in the world of illusion.\nBut Liliana calls meeting Matthew her most magical moment! Their shared passion for wonder and illusion brought them together at one of Matthew’s shows in Russia. Today\, they travel the world as a dynamic husband-and-wife magic duo who perform jaw-dropping tricks. \nFor more information about all of our 2025 summer programs\, please click here or call the Mercer Public Library at 715-476-2366. Thanks to a sponsorship by the Friends of the Mercer Public Library\, all summer programs are FREE and open to the public.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/magic-morgan-liliana/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250902
DTSTAMP:20250611T162512Z
CREATED:20250611T162512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T162512Z
UID:10001435-1756684800-1756771199@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Library Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Library will be closed on Monday\, September 1\, 2025 for Labor Day.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/library-closed-5/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T170000
DTSTAMP:20250617T203827Z
CREATED:20250611T162057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T203827Z
UID:10001433-1757772000-1757782800@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Annual Fall Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday September 13 from 2:00-5:00pm for the 2025 Annual Fall Celebration hosted by the Friends of the Library. Check out the event website for updates and news:
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/annual-fall-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T170000
DTSTAMP:20250904T185343Z
CREATED:20250611T161750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T185343Z
UID:10001432-1758294000-1758301200@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Artist in Residence Closing Reception - Christina Myers
DESCRIPTION:Join us in thanking our Artist in Residence\, Christina Myers\, for an amazing exhibition at the Mercer Public Library. Her artwork has inspired many over the last few months and her workshops have opened the doors for photographers and storytellers new and old. \nLight snacks and drinks will be provided and no advantaged registration is required; all are welcome to attend. Thanks to a sponsorship by the Friends of the Mercer Library\, the Artist in Residence program is free for all who wish to participate and enjoy our local artists’ work. For questions or additional details\, please contact the Library at 715-476-2366.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/artist-in-residence-closing-reception-christina-myers/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250929T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250929T183000
DTSTAMP:20250908T151524Z
CREATED:20250908T151524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T151524Z
UID:10001639-1759167000-1759170600@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Notable Events History Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join Library Assistant Blaze on Monday September 29 at 5:30pm at the Mercer Community Center for a presentation on notable events from Mercer history. To celebrate 125 years of Mercer\, Library Assistant Blaze will be re-presenting the 2005 centennial slideshow originally prepared by Mercer Area Historical Society founder\, Mitch Babic. The presentation covers Mercer history from roughly 1905 to 2005; Blaze will use Babic’s own notes to recreate this educational program for the public. \nFor more information\, please call the Mercer Public Library at 715-476-2366; this event is free and open to the public and no registration is required.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/notable-events-history-talk/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251001T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251001T150000
DTSTAMP:20250908T185149Z
CREATED:20250908T183352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T185149Z
UID:10001642-1759320000-1759330800@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Electronic Recycling
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday October 1 from 12:00pm-3:00pm in the Library parking lot for an electronic recycling event hosted by MRM and First Choice Computer Recycling. This event is open to the public and there is no cost to recycle; only items listed below will be accepted during the event. \nAccepted items include computers (desktop and laptop)\, tablets\, TVs\, monitors\, desktop print/copy/fax machines or all-in-ones\, and computer accessories (keyboards\, mouse\, AV wires\, etc). Items not accepted for recycling include freon-containing devices\, batteries\, fluorescent tubes/bulbs\, or household appliances not listed above.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/electronic-recycling/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T170000
DTSTAMP:20251024T143013Z
CREATED:20251024T143013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T143013Z
UID:10001708-1761292800-1761325200@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Hocus Pocus Screening
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mercer Public Library and the Mercer Senior Center for a screening of the Disney classic Hocus Pocus! The screening will begin at 12:30pm on Wednesday\, October 29 at the Mercer Senior Center at 2518 Martha Lake Road. \nA teenage boy named Max and his little sister move to Salem\, where he struggles to fit in before awakening a trio of diabolical witches that were executed in the 17th century. Featuring: Bette Midler as Winifred Sanderson\, Sara Jessica Parker as Sarah Sanderson\, Kathy Najimy as Mary Sanderson\, Omri Katz as Max Dennison\, Thora Birch as Dani Dennison\, and Vinessa Shaw as Allison Watts. Film is rated PG\, run time is 96 minutes. \nThis event is free and open to the public; all are welcome to attend.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/hocus-pocus-screening/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Kids Events,Teen Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T173000
DTSTAMP:20251003T141910Z
CREATED:20250908T181900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T141910Z
UID:10001641-1761924600-1761931800@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Halloween Trunk or Treat: A Detective's Search
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for Halloween activities at the Mercer Public Library! The annual Halloween Trunk or Treat will be on Friday October 31 from 3:30-5:30pm. \nThe event is free and open to the public; all are welcome! For more information\, please call 715-476-2366.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/halloween-trunk-or-treat-a-detectives-search/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T180000
DTSTAMP:20251010T144454Z
CREATED:20251010T144454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T144454Z
UID:10001697-1762358400-1762365600@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Artist in Residence Opening Reception - Dani Maupin
DESCRIPTION:Join us in welcoming our Artist in Residence\, Dani Maupin\, for an amazing exhibition at the Mercer Public Library. Her artwork will inspire many over the next few months and her workshops will open doors for artists\, illustrators\, and those looking to create children’s books to enjoy. \nLight snacks and drinks will be provided and no advantaged registration is required; all are welcome to attend. Thanks to a sponsorship by the Friends of the Mercer Library\, the Artist in Residence program is free for all who wish to participate and enjoy our local artists’ work. For questions or additional details\, please contact the Library at 715-476-2366.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/opening-reception-dani-maupin/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T100000
DTSTAMP:20251107T172005Z
CREATED:20251107T172005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T172005Z
UID:10001722-1763629200-1763632800@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Grown Up Story Hour (special date!)
DESCRIPTION:Why should kids have all the fun? Join us for Grown Up Story Hour at the Mercer Senior Center on the Thursday\, November 20 from 9am-10am. Sit back and relax while we read short stories\, poetry\, and essays to you! \nWe’re always looking for more story hour readers. If you are interested in reading a piece of short (5-15 minute) fiction or non-fiction\, call the library at 715-476-2366 to let us know. If you’d like to read but don’t have a selection in mind\, we can help you find one.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/grown-up-story-hour-special-date/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Kids Events,Teen Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T120000
DTSTAMP:20251010T144718Z
CREATED:20251010T144718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T144718Z
UID:10001698-1763805600-1763812800@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Character Development: Create Your Own Kids Book
DESCRIPTION:Take a blank board book or blank soft book\, grab a template and some markers and let’s create a little 8 page book together. Focus will be given to letting go of perfections and allowing the characters and story to shine though with individual personality. \nSpace is limited; call ahead to reserve your spot in the class. Thanks to a sponsorship by the Friends of the Mercer Library\, the Artist in Residence program is free for all who wish to participate and enjoy our local artists’ work. For questions or additional details\, please contact the Library at 715-476-2366.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/character-development-create-your-own-kids-book/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251129
DTSTAMP:20250711T161342Z
CREATED:20250711T161342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T161342Z
UID:10001603-1764201600-1764374399@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Library Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Library will be closed on Thursday November 27\, 2025 and Friday November 28 for Thanksgiving.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/library-closed-6/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251224
DTSTAMP:20251208T185451Z
CREATED:20251208T185420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T185451Z
UID:10001725-1764374400-1766534399@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Gift Wrapping Station Available
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Mercer Public Library from Saturday November 29 through Tuesday December 23 to use the free gift wrapping station! \nThe Mercer Library has all the supplies you need to wrap your gifts this year! Add a touch of magic with beautiful bows\, festive paper\, colorful boxes\, and decorative bags. Thanks to a sponsorship by the Friends of the Mercer Public Library\, the wrapping station is free and open to any member of the public.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/holiday-gift-wrapping-station-available/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T170000
DTSTAMP:20251207T171825Z
CREATED:20251207T171825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251207T171825Z
UID:10001724-1765094400-1765126800@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Mid-Month Movie Matinee: White Christmas
DESCRIPTION:The Mercer Public Library and the Mercer Senior Center are teaming up to offer a new program\, the Mid-Month Movie Matinee! Join us on Wednesday\, December 10 at 12:15pm at the Mercer Senior Center for a special screening of White Christmas. \nThe 1954 movie follows Bob Wallace (Bing Crosby) and Phil Davis (Danny Kaye)\, two army buddies\, and sisters Betty (Rosemary Clooney) and Judy (Vera-Ellen) Haynes\, aspiring singers\, as they work to save the Columbia Inn in Pine Tree\, Vermont. This film is not-rated with an approximate 125 minute run time.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/white-christmas/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Kids Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T120000
DTSTAMP:20251010T144905Z
CREATED:20251010T144905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T144905Z
UID:10001699-1765620000-1765627200@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Illustrating a Book: Tips and Tricks
DESCRIPTION:A quick demonstration of popular children’s books with a focus on the ‘imperfect styles’ and then a ‘draw with me’ session of practicing letting go of perfections and creating our own book-ready masterpieces. \nSpace is limited; call ahead to reserve your spot in the class. Thanks to a sponsorship by the Friends of the Mercer Library\, the Artist in Residence program is free for all who wish to participate and enjoy our local artists’ work. For questions or additional details\, please contact the Library at 715-476-2366.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/illustrating-a-book-tips-and-tricks/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251226
DTSTAMP:20250711T162904Z
CREATED:20250711T162904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T162904Z
UID:10001604-1766534400-1766707199@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Library Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Library will be closed on Wednesday December 24\, 2025 and Thursday December 25 for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/library-closed-7/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251231T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260101T235900
DTSTAMP:20250918T192522Z
CREATED:20250918T192522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T192522Z
UID:10001690-1767182400-1767311940@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Library Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Library will be closed on Wednesday\, December 31\, 2025 at noon and Thursday\, January 1 for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/library-closed-9/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260416
DTSTAMP:20260311T155134Z
CREATED:20260311T155134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T155134Z
UID:10001740-1772409600-1776297599@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:When Will It Melt Entry Submissions
DESCRIPTION:Stop in at the Library between March 2 and April 15 to submit your guesses for then the pile of snow across Library Street will melt!
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/when-will-it-melt-entry-submissions/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Kids Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T170000
DTSTAMP:20260311T162347Z
CREATED:20260311T154648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T162347Z
UID:10001739-1775548800-1775581200@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Friends of the Library Election Day Bake Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Library Election Day Bake Sale will be held on Tuesday\, April 7\, 2026\, in the library reading room from 7:00 a.m. until everything is sold out. \nWe’re looking for pies\, cakes\, cookies\, brownies\, breads\, cupcakes\, muffins—anything goes! If you have time to bake something to donate\, please bring your goodies to the library on Monday\, April 6 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.\, or first thing Tuesday morning. \nPlease divide and package items into individual servings. Whole pies\, cakes\, and loaves of bread are always very popular\, and we often receive requests for gluten-free and sugar-free items as well. When you drop off your baked goods\, please label them with your name and what the item is. \nThe polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Mercer Community Center\, right next to the library—so be sure to vote and then stop by the bake sale!
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/friends-of-the-library-election-day-bake-sale/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260331T220831Z
CREATED:20260119T201818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T220831Z
UID:10001726-1776506400-1776513600@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:2026 Earth Day Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Mercer Public Library will host its 8th annual Earth Day Fair on Saturday\, April 18 at 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The event will include activities\, information from local organizations and businesses\, recycling collection\, refreshments\, door prizes\, and more for all ages. \nThe Mercer Public Library Earth Day Fair is possible thanks to a sponsorship by the Friends of the Mercer Library. For more information\, contact the Library Director\, Julia Pusateri\, at director@mercerpubliclibrary.org or by calling 715-476-2366. \nDoor Prizes\nThis year’s door prizes include: \n\nRaised Garden Bed with Lockable Wheels\, 55.5″x24″x32″\nZero Waste Kitchen: Countertop compost bin\, Compostable resealable snack bags\, 30 pack of 10″x10″ washable cotton towels\, Bamboo dish brush with handle\, and Clean & Green: 101 Hints and Tips for a More Eco-Friendly Home by Nancy Birtwhistle\nKid’s Outdoor Adventures: ECO rPET Kids Backpack (Dinosaurs) made with 100% recycled plastic water bottles\, Bug Catcher Kit\, and Mission Earth Eco Adventures for Kids: Hands-On Science\, Recycling\, and Conservation Projects by Sarah Miller\n\nStop by the Library during regular hours to take a sneak peek at the goodies to be won during the Earth Day Fair. \nRecycling Programs\nEvery year\, the Mercer Library brings a number of different ways you can recycle hard to dispose of items. This year will include: \n\nSmall appliances and electronics with Lakeland Disposal *Only items under the categories Appliances-Small\, Electronics-Small\, and Electronics-Computer will be accepted for free recycling. All other items can be recycled at Lakeland Disposal according to their fee schedule.\nPrescription and over-the-counter pill bottle donations for Matthew 25: Ministries *Bottles must be clean\, empty\, recapped\, label and residue-free plastic pill bottles. The Mercer Public Library cannot accept Rx medicines and bottles not appropriate for recycling.*\nDenim recycling (90% or higher cotton content) for Cotton’s Blue Jeans Go Green program\nNew or gently used shoes for the Soles4Souls program\nPlastic bags and film for the NexTrex Recycling Challenge program to benefit the area organizations\nRechargeable and single use batteries (including lithium\, lead\, nickel-based\, and alkaline) for The Battery Network\n\nWhile Mercer Library makes every effort to ensure that the organizations listed truly serve sustainable missions\, their inclusion in our Earth Day Fair should not be considered an endorsement of the organizations\, their beliefs or missions\, or the individuals associated with the organization. \nEvent Vendors\nThe Earth Day Fair provides an opportunity for businesses and organizations that support renewable energy\, recycling\, natural resources\, silent sports\, environmental education\, or other sustainability topics to participate and connect with visitors to the Fair. If you are interested in reserving a table\, there is no cost to reserve a table and all are welcome. Contact Library Director Julia Pusateri at director@mercerpubliclibrary.org to register. \n2026 Earth Day vendors include: The Friends of the Mercer Public Library\, the Mercer Seed Library\, Susan Apps-Bodilly\, Walk for Water\, Northwoods Land Trust\, North Country Trail Association Heritage Chapter\, Woods and Blooms Garden Club\, Iron County Outdoor Recreation Enthusiasts (ICORE)\, MECCA Trails\, the Gem Club\, and Bruce Bacon with his popular bird houses. \n3rd Annual Water Walk\nWhen: Saturday April 18\, 2026 immediately following the Fair\nWhere: Mercer Public Library\, 2648W Margaret Street\nWhat: Join the 3rd Annual Water Walk\, sponsored by the Mercer United Methodist Church to raise awareness and funds to dig wells and bring water into homes of the Navajo Nation in Arizona. This will be a short walk and all ages are welcome. \nA Conversation With Susan Apps-Bodilly\nWhen: Saturday\, April 18\, 2026 from 2:00-3:00pm\nWhere: Mercer Public Library\, 2648W Margaret Street\nWhat: We’re pleased to host Susan Apps-Bodilly and her presentation on “Seeds in Soil: Planting a Garden and Finding Your Roots” as a part of our A Conversation With… speakers’ series in conjunction with the Earth Day Fair. \nSusan Apps-Bodily\, author and teacher\, joins us in exploring gardening\, sharing stories\, and thinking about how digging in soil connects us to gardeners around and before us. Apps-Bodily has also authored “One Room Schools: Stories from the Days of 1 Room\, 1 Teacher\, 8 Grades” and co-authored “Old Farm Country Cookbook: Recipes\, Menus\, and Memories” and “Timber! A Northwoods Story of Lumberjacks\, Logging\, and the Land” with her dad\, Jerry Apps. She worked as an elementary and middle school teacher for more than 20 years.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/earth-day-fair/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260311T152203Z
CREATED:20260311T151916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T152203Z
UID:10001738-1776520800-1776524400@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:A Conversation With Susan Apps-Bodilly
DESCRIPTION:We’re pleased to host Susan Apps-Bodilly and her presentation on “Seeds in Soil: Planting a Garden and Finding Your Roots” as a part of our A Conversation With… speakers’ series in conjunction with the Earth Day Fair. Susan will present from 2:00-3:00pm and will be available for book signing and questions following. \nSusan Apps-Bodily\, author and teacher\, joins us in exploring gardening\, sharing stories\, and thinking about how digging in soil connects us to gardeners around and before us. Apps-Bodily has also authored “One Room Schools: Stories from the Days of 1 Room\, 1 Teacher\, 8 Grades” and co-authored “Old Farm Country Cookbook: Recipes\, Menus\, and Memories” and “Timber! A Northwoods Story of Lumberjacks\, Logging\, and the Land” with her dad\, Jerry Apps. She worked as an elementary and middle school teacher for more than 20 years. \nThanks to a sponsorship by the Friends of the Mercer Library\, the events in the A Conversation With… speakers’ series are free and open to the public. Speakers receive an honorarium\, reimbursements for mileage\, and lodging. For more information\, contact the Library Director\, Julia Pusateri\, at director@mercerpubliclibrary.org or by calling 715-476-2366.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/a-conversation-with-susan-apps-bodilly/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204155Z
CREATED:20260422T173903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T204155Z
UID:10001743-1778868000-1778871600@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Stuffed Animal Sleepover
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to welcome you to our first ever Stuffed Animal Sleepover! All kids (and kids-at-heart) are welcome to come by on May 15 at 6pm to drop off your stuffed animals\, enjoy stories\, and crafts. Stuffed animals will then get to spend the night in the library\, creating mischief\, having adventures\, and taking photos along the way.\n\n\n\nStuffed animals can be picked up on Saturday May 16 at 10am and enjoy a breakfast and tales of the adventures of our stuffed friends.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/stuffed-animal-sleepover/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Friends of the Library,Kids Events,Teen Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T183000
DTSTAMP:20260408T184211Z
CREATED:20260408T184211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T184211Z
UID:10001742-1779471000-1779474600@mercerpubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Lost Locations: A Local History Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join Library Assistant Blaze Burton for the second part of the Lost Locations series on Friday\, May 22 at 5:30pm in the Mercer Community Center.   \nWhat is a Lost Location? Lost Locations are named places on maps where communities\, with houses\, schools\, and business once existed and have since disappeared. He will cover four more Lost Locations in this presentation; Powell\, Emerson\, Wellington and Buswell. The presentation will also cover how Blaze uses old maps\, databases and publicly available lidar mapping to explore these places.  \nFor more information\, please call the Mercer Public Library at 715-476-2366; this event is free and open to the public and no registration is required.
URL:https://mercerpubliclibrary.org/event/lost-locations-a-local-history-talk/
CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Featured,Kids Events,Teen Events
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