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Mukwonago,  WI 53149
(262)363-6411
Fax: (262)363-6457

Adult Services

Bluegrass Jam Sessions

Check the calendar, call us, or stop by the library for current schedules.

Join us as we welcome our ever-popular troop  of local musicians who will set up shop here at the library and jam to the tunes of traditional bluegrass, country and “old-time” mountain music.  Bring in your guitar, banjo, fiddle, or harmonica and join in, sing along, or just listen. This event is fun, free, and open to everyone.

Friday Flicks @ the Library

Fridays at 2 p.m.

Join us every Friday afternoon at 2 p.m. for a special showing of a well-known movie on our giant screen and hi-def projector. See movies the way they were meant to be seen. All movies are free and open to everyone. We’ll even supply the popcorn. For upcoming movie titles, ask at the front desk or call us.

Starting a Backyard Garden

Thursday, April 4th, 6:30 p.m.

Get ready for planting season as the Southeast Wisconsin Master Gardeners will be here to show you what you need to start your own backyard garden, how to maintain it, and how to get the most production from your efforts. This special program is free and open to all.

Frank Lloyd Wright: The Mayan Influence

Thursday, April 11th, 6:30 p.m.

Noted architectural expert and historian, Frank Landi will present, “Frank Lloyd Wright: The Mayan Influence.” Mr. Landi, who has lectured throughout the country, will explore the influence of Mayan Indian architecture on some of Frank Lloyd Wright’s most famous structures. This event is free and open to all.

Typical Childhood Development: Birth - 24 Months

Wednesday, April 24, 6:30 - 8 p.m.

Will I spoil my baby by holding him too much? When should I start to read books aloud? This workshop reviews the skills that occur within critical windows of development in children from birth to age 2. Join licensed social worker and family therapist Julie Heisler at the library for this fascinating and informative workshop. Free and open to everyone. Please register at the front desk or call us at 363-6411. Continuing education credit available for childcare providers.

Dog Park Etiquette

Thursday, April 25, 6:30 p.m.

A new dog park is in the works for Mukwonago. Are you and your canine pals ready? Join Patti Muraczewski, owner of Mukwonago's own "For Pet's Sake" at the library as she presents an informative talk on dog behavior, common do's and don'ts, good (and bad) candidates for dog parks, and other common issues with taking your pet to the park. Free and open to all.

Container Gardening: 101

Saturday, May 18th, 10:00 a.m.

The Southeast Wisconsin Master Gardeners return to fill you in on all you need to know about starting a garden indoors and out. As always this program is free and open to everyone.

Building Children's Self Esteem: What's In Your Kettle?

Wednesday, May 29th, 6:30 - 8 p.m.

What's in your Kettle? A workshop that looks at the ways we can help to build the self esteem of the children in our lives with simple practical activities. Join licensed social worker and family therapist Julie Heisler at the library for this fascinating and informative workshop. Free and open to everyone. Please register at the front desk or call us at 363-6411. Continuing education credit available for childcare providers.

Trouble-Free Tomatoes

Saturday, June 15th, 10:00 a.m.

If most people could only grow one vegetable, it would be tomatoes. Join Southeast Wisconsin Master Gardener Jeff Trader at the library as he gives you tips about plant selection and care, guidance on problem prevention, and information about blights and wilts. Free and open to everyone.

Terrific Toddlers: How to Survive the Terrible Two's and Three's

Wednesday, June 26th, 6:30 - 8 p.m.

Having a toddler does not have to be a time of frustration. Come to this workshop and learn strategies to have terrific toddlers! Join licensed social worker and family therapist Julie Heisler at the library for this fascinating and informative workshop. Free and open to everyone. Please register at the front desk or call us at 363-6411. Continuing education credit available for childcare providers.

Why Scribbling Is Important

Wednesday, July 31st, 6:30 - 8 p.m.

Learning to write involves more than just forming the letters of the alphabet. See why those scribbles provide a foundation for their literacy. Join licensed social worker and family therapist Julie Heisler at the library for this fascinating and informative workshop. Free and open to everyone. Please register at the front desk or call us at 363-6411. Continuing education credit available for childcare providers.

Spring 2013 Computer Classes

Computer classes at the library are back as we begin our Spring session-- February through May. Learn the ins and outs of computers from our computer guru Kristin. Find the class you're interested in below and then register by stopping by the library or calling us at 363-6411.

Computer Basics

Never used a computer before? Learn computer basics including using a mouse and keyboard, working with windows, and basic computer terminology.

• Wednesday, Feb. 27th (3:30—5 pm)
• Thursday, March 14th (3:30—5 pm)
• Tuesday, April 9th (9:30—11 am)
• Wednesday, May 1st (9:30—11 am)

Creating Family Newsletters

Ever wanted to make a snazzy newsletter to send to family and friends for the holidays? Learn how using Microsoft Publisher. Participants must feel comfortable using a mouse or have taken Computer Basics.

• Thursday, April 25th (3:30—5 pm)

Creating Labels

This class will show you how to create labels for mailing using Microsoft Publisher and creating a simple database to streamline the mailing of all those Christmas cards. Participants must feel comfortable using a mouse or have taken Computer Basics. (If bringing own laptop, class requires Microsoft Publisher.)

• Wednesday, March 27th (9:30—11 am)
• Wednesday, April 17th (3:30—5 pm)
• Wednesday, May 15th (3:30—5 pm)

E-Mail Basics

Feel like the last person in the world without an e-mail address? Learn how to sign up for a free e-mail account, and how to compose, send, reply to and forward messages. Participants must be familiar with the Internet or have taken Internet Basics.

• Tuesday, March 5th (9:30—11 am)
• Tuesday, March 26th (3:30—5 pm)
• Thursday, April 18th (3:30—5 pm)

Spreadsheets Using Microsoft Excel

Learn to create, edit and format simple spreadsheets, perform calculations, save, print and open files in Microsoft Excel. Participants must feel comfortable using a mouse or have taken Computer Basics.

• Wednesday, March 20th (9:30—11 am)
• Tuesday, April 2nd (3:30—5 pm)
• Thursday, May 2nd (3:30—5 pm)

Internet Basics

Want to know how to "Google" something? Learn the ins and outs of finding the information you need using the Internet. Participants must feel comfortable using a mouse or have taken Computer Basics.

• Wednesday, March 6th (3:30—5 pm)
• Thursday, April 4th (3:30—5 pm)
• Tuesday, May 7th (9:30—11 am)

Using Graphics

Learn how to spice up your documents with graphics (word art, photos, text boxes, etc.) Participants must feel comfortable using a mouse or have taken Computer Basics.

• Thursday, March 21st (3;30—5 pm)
• Tuesday, April 23rd (9:30—11 am)
• Wednesday, May 8th (3:30—5 pm)

Word Processing with Microsoft Word

Learn how to create simple documents, edit and format text, correct spelling, adjust margins, save, print and open files in Microsoft Word. Participants must feel comfortable using a mouse or have taken Computer Basics.

• Tuesday, March 12th (9:30—11 am)
• Wednesday, April 10th (9:30—11 am)
• Thursday, May 16th (3:30—5 pm)

Cover to Cover Book Club

Page Turners Book Club

For more information about the book clubs, please contact the library; ask for Tammy.