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January 2025

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Frost & Found: Play to Win!

Start the new year with some library fun!
Discover the hidden gems of your library system this winter. Starting January 13, you can explore your library system's services and resources, take fun trivia quizzes, and compete for a chance to win cool prizes! 

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What are you reading this year?

Have you set some reading goals for the new year but need some fresh ideas? 


Build your 2025 reading list with NoveList Plus, an online tool that lets you browse curated lists, filter titles based on your interests and preferences, and easily find read-alikes for all genres and age levels.  

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Find your recommended reads

Celebrating Excellent Librarians

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'I Love My Librarian Award' Winner

Mukwonago Community Library Director Abby Armour has been honored with the American Library Association 'I Love My Librarian Award!' This well-deserved recognition celebrates Abby’s dedication, leadership, and her incredible impact on our community. Congratulations, Abby!

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Theodor Seuss Geisel Award Committee Member

Pewaukee Public Library Youth Services Manager Peter Blenski has been selected as one of seven librarians nationwide to serve on the 2026 Theodor Seuss Geisel Award Committee! This prestigious honor recognizes Peter’s expertise and passion for championing books for early readers. Congratulations, Peter!

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Around the Libraries

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Snowshoe Candlelight StoryWalk®

L.D. Fargo Public Library
(Lake Mills)

Follow the marked trail and read pages from a children's book as you enjoy a candlelight walk with your family in Wallace Park. Adult and children's snowshoes provided by the Lake Mills Community Recreation Department (first come, first served), or you may bring your own snowshoes. 

Friday, January 10
4:00 - 6:00 pm
Wallace Park, 675 Industrial Dr.
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Jigsaw Puzzle Competition by the Friends of the Jefferson Public Library

Jefferson Public Library

The Friends of the Jefferson Public Library are hosting a Jigsaw Puzzle Competition in the Library Meeting Rooms. Gather your team of 1-4 members and join the fun! Bring your own snacks. Water and coffee will be provided. 

Saturday, January 11
1:00 - 4:00 pm
$6 per person or $20 per team
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Author Talk with Cody Alimondi

Town Hall Library (North Lake)

Join local author Cody Alimondi as he visits to discuss his inspirational new book Path Paver: The Pursuit of Interesting Work. Meet in the McBroom Room.

Tuesday, January 14
6:30 - 7:30 pm
For ages 16 and up.
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Adult Craft Night - Book Page Bookmarks

Pewaukee Public Library

Get creative at Adult Craft Night and make a book page bookmark with provided scrapbook paper, old book pages, and stamped images!

Wednesday, January 22
6:00 - 7:00 pm
For adults
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January Memory Cafés

  • Jan 9: It’s a Polka New Year • Mukwonago Community Library

  • Jan 13: Winter Bingo • Dwight Foster Public Library, Fort Atkinson

  • Jan 20: I Have A Dream • Brookfield Public Library

  • Jan 22: Making the Journey • Waukesha Public Library

  • Jan 22: Tea Tasting  • L.D. Fargo Public Library, Lake Mills

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On The Shelf

Resolutions in Focus

Reading Toward a Better You!

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Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics

by Dan Harris

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The Sleep Solution: Why Your Sleep is Broken and How to Fix It
by W. Christopher Winter

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Run for Your Life: How to Run, Walk, and Move Without Pain Or Injury and Achieve a Sense of Well-Being and Joy 
by Mark Cucuzzella

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The Financial Diet: A Total Beginner's Guide to Getting Good with Money
by Chelsea Fagan and Lauren Hage

Cover art for "Stress-Proof"

Stress-Proof: The Scientific Solution to Protect Your Brain and Body--and Be More Resilient Every Day
by Mithu Storoni

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The Big Thing: How to Complete Your Creative Project Even If You're a Lazy, Self-Doubting Procrastinator Like Me

by Phyllis Korkki

Find Your Library

Jefferson County

Dwight Foster Public Library (Fort Atkinson)
Irvin L. Young Memorial Library (Whitewater)
Jefferson Public Library

Johnson Creek Public Library

Karl Junginger Memorial Library (Waterloo)
L.D. Fargo Public Library (Lake Mills)
Powers Memorial Library (Palmyra)
Watertown Public Library


Waukesha County

Alice Baker Library (Eagle)
Big Bend Public Library
Brookfield Public Library
Butler Public Library
Delafield Public Library
Elm Grove Public Library
Hartland Public Library
Menomonee Falls Public Library
Mukwonago Community Library
Muskego Public Library
New Berlin Public Library
Oconomowoc Public Library
Pauline Haass Public Library (Sussex)
Pewaukee Public Library
Town Hall Library (North Lake)
Waukesha Public Library

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Bridges Library System
741 N Grand Ave #210
Waukesha, Wisconsin 53186
(262) 896-8080

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