October 2021 Newsletter
 
Health & Safety Reminders
The health and safety of our patrons and staff remains a top priority.
 
Face masks are currently REQUIRED for everyone ages 2+ inside the library, in accordance with the current Dane County public health order. 
 
Let's work together to protect our community! 
  • Free disposable masks for children & adults are available at the main desk.
  • Hand sanitizer stations are located throughout the library.
  • Use our self check stations for contact-free check out.
  • Curbside pickup service is available. Schedule online or
    call 608-838-9030.
Booktober Reading Challenge
Booktober Reading Challenge
October 1 - 31
Readers of all ages can join our Booktober Reading Challenge! Track your reading online using Beanstack to earn tickets and enter to win prizes.
 
Register online at mcfarlandlibrary.beanstack.org or download the Beanstack Tracker app on your phone or tablet.
 
Meet the Library Staff
Get to know our staff! Each month, we will feature a staff bio written by Sky, one of our talented shelvers.
 
Amy Lawrence works in Technical Services adding library materials to the online catalog, assisting patrons and staff with technology issues, mending damaged items, updating our website and many other tasks around the library, including this newsletter! She has worked here for 13 years. One of her favorite memories was helping with the Read to Dogs program when she was the Youth Services Assistant. Amy says it was so fun watching the kids interact and read to the dogs. She also loves running and craft beer and can talk endlessly about either topic! Amy and her husband have lived in McFarland for about 22 years with their two children and two cats.
 
Upcoming Events
Join us for virtual and limited in person events!
For details, visit our Facebook page or website.
 
Youth & Family Highlights
Outdoor Concert: Wendy & DB
Friday, October 1st  5:30 PM
Discovery Garden
Wendy & DB are here for a live outdoor concert to celebrate our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten. All are welcome!
 
1000 Books Before Kindergarten is an early literacy program sponsored by the McFarland Lions and Lioness Clubs. For more information or to sign up, visit mcfarlandlibrary.beanstack.org
Visit our website for full details on our fall programming, including storytimes, Zumbini, Zumba, and book clubs: mcfarlandlibrary.org/children 
 
Teen Highlights
Teen Pumpkin Party 
Friday October 22nd  2:30 PM
Outside the library
 
Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join us for an outdoor pumpkin carving party! Candy and all supplies provided. Meet in the grassy area along Anthony St.
 
Registration recommended: Sign up Here
Looking for more teen events? Drop by for our outdoor after school programs: Snack & Chat, Graphic Novel Book Club, and Teen Hangout. No registration needed! Days/times and details on our website: mcfarlandlibrary.org/teen
 
Adult Highlights
Picture of Mentoring Positives members holding pizza.
US Asylum, Refugee & Immigration Policy
Thursday, October 7th 7:00 PM via Zoom
Register Here
BadgerTalks presents an overview of key issues by Dr. Sara McKinnon, an expert in immigration and refugee issues, violence, gender-based violence, and international/global politics. 
Guest Speaker: Sheriff Mohammed Issaka
Friday, October 22nd 10:00 AM via Zoom
Register Here
Sheriff Mohammed Issaka is an Outreach Scholar with UW-Madison's African Studies Program. Join us on Zoom as he speaks about Ghana. Sponsored by the READ Africa Grant from UW-Madison's African Studies Program.
Visit our website for a full list of adult programs: mcfarlandlibrary.org/adult-events
  • Finding Purpose and Joy Through Entrepreneurship - 10/5 @ 7:00 PM
  • Makers Meetup - 10/11 @ 6:00 PM
  • Zumba - 10/19 @ 6:30 PM
  • Slime Molds - 10/22 @ 2:00 PM
  • Cooking Club: Autumn Salads - 10/25 @ 7:00 PM
 
Book Clubs
Mystery Book Club
Wednesday, October 6th 6:30 PM
Library Community Meeting Room
Register Here
Join us for discussions on a variety of mystery genres. Copies of each month's title are available at the library. New readers always welcome.
 
The devil and the dark water
by Stuart Turton

Sailing back to Amsterdam as a prisoner accused of an unknown crime, Detective Pipps relies on his faithful sidekick to help solve an onboard mystery in the new novel from the author of The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle
Wednesday Afternoon Book Club
Wednesday, October 13th 2:00 PM
Library Community Meeting Room
Register Here
Copies of this month's selection are available for check out at the library. New readers always welcome. 
 
Beartown : a novel
by Fredrik Backman

In the forest community of Beartown, the possibility that the amateur hockey team might win a junior championship, bringing the hope of revitalization to the fading town, is shattered by the aftermath of a violent act that leaves a girl traumatized
Resource Spotlight: A to Z Food America
A to Z Food America includes a vast array of searchable recipes. Browse by state, region, ethnic group, ingredients, and more. You can also find images of historical food ads, menus, and TV commercials, or explore the extensive reference section. Includes a farmer's market directory!
 
Want to learn more? Join our Tip Tuesday class on Zoom with Adult Services Librarian, Ann:
Tuesday, October 5th 6:00 PM
Register Here
 
Reading Recommendations
Looking for spine-tingling reads? Explore these titles and more in our catalog with our interactive flyer: https://libraryaware.com/2DQGYP
 
 
More Recommendation Resources:
  • Check out our Reading Recommendations page
  • View our Staff Picks interactive flyer
  • Visit our Mystery Book Club and Introvert Book Club discussion boards on GoodReads
  • Sign up for NextReads newsletters
  • Read the latest issue of BookPage online (or pick up a copy at the library)
  • View the LibraryReads monthly top ten list 
  • Request a custom Book Bundle
Digital Library News
Learn Libby with the Experts
Thursday, October 28th 10:00 AM
Register Here
 
Libby experts from OverDrive are coming to help you access our library’s digital collection of ebooks and audiobooks through the free Libby app.
 
10:00 AM - Libby Basics (40 minutes)
Great for beginners!
10:45 AM - Deep Dive (30 minutes)
Learn our favorite tips & tricks.
 
Want to learn Libby but can't attend live? Sessions will be recorded and emailed to everyone registered 24 hours after the webinar. Sign up at https://bit.ly/wisconsinlibby and watch whenever you like!

Library Hours
  
Monday - Thursday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
 
Friday - Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
 
Sunday
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
 
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5920 Milwaukee St.
McFarland, Wisconsin 53558
(608) 838-9030
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