Lakeview Library
246-4547
Hours: Mondays–Fridays: 10 am–8 pm
Saturdays: 9 am–5 pm
Quarterly Book Sale
The Friends of Lakeview Library Quarterly Book Sale is Saturday, March 16, 9 am‒3 pm, with a members-only sale Friday, March 15, 6‒7:45 pm, and a Saturday bag sale 1‒3 pm. All proceeds fund library programs. Children may choose one free book.
Salt and Its Healing Properties
Tuesday, Feb. 12, 6‒7 pm
Katy Wallace, of Traditional Naturopath of Human Nature LLC, presents ways that our bodies demonstrate salt imbalances such as Candida overgrowth, SIBO, stomach acid issues, low and high blood pressure, hormonal problems and over-acidity. We’ll discuss the various sources of salt available to consumers and how to incorporate raw salts into your regular routine. This event is vegan, gluten-free and grain-free. Call 246-4547 to register.
Memory Cloth Circle: Exploring Stitching and Inspiring Women
Monday, March 4, 5:30‒7:30 pm
In honor of Women’s History Month, Memory Cloth Circle members invite children and adults to remember women who inspired them, tell their stories and stitch with us. We will provide materials and guidance in embroidery and share our experiences. We were inspired by Amazwi Abesifazane, Voices of Women, in South Africa. We are grateful for those courageous women who began making Memory Cloths to tell their stories of Apartheid; they have asked us to share their process in the U.S. They are delighted that we have.
Movie Night: “Ocean’s 8”
Friday, March 8, 6 pm
Five years, eight months, 12 days and counting — that’s how long Debbie Ocean has been devising the biggest heist of her life. She knows it’s going to take a team of the best people in the field, starting with her partner-in-crime Lou Miller. Together, they recruit a crew of specialists, including jeweler Amita, street con Constance, suburban mom Tammy, hacker Nine Ball and fashion designer Rose. Their target — a necklace worth more than $150 million. Rated R. Light refreshments will be served.
Adult Noon Book Group
Second Thursday, 12 pm
Feb. 14: “Underground Airlines” by Ben H. Winters
March 14: “The Boat Runner” by Devin Murphy
Discuss books and eat treats. It’s a really good group.
Mystery Book Group
Third Thursday, 6:30 pm
Feb. 21: “Bluebird, Bluebird” by Attica Locke
March 21: The Dark Vineyard by Martin Walker
Join us around the fireplace to discuss mysteries.
One-On-One Writing Assistance
Mondays, 4–7 pm
Free one-hour sessions for writing help, including resumes, cover letters, online job searches, applications and any creative writing. This program is funded through a grant and staffed by UW Writing Assistance staff. Call 246-4547 to sign up.
Computer and eBook Assistance
Thursdays, 10 am‒12 pm, and Saturdays, 9–11 am, by appointment
We offer free one-on-one sessions for help with basic computer and internet literacy, including online job searching and applications, using email and Facebook, and e-reader setup and assistance. Call 246-4547 to make an appointment.
Chess at the Library
Second and fourth Mondays, 6 pm
All ages and skill levels are welcome.
Drop-in Math Help
Every Tuesday, 4:30‒6:30 pm
Drop in for help with your math homework — all subjects through calculus.
Scrabble for Adults
Every Wednesday, 10 am
Sharpen your mind with a group that makes it fun.
Knitting at the Library
Wednesdays, 6 pm
Drop in knitting: Learn a new craft or work on that unfinished project with other neighborhood knitters.
Black History Month At Lakeview Library
Cookbook Book Club: Soul Foods
Tuesday, Feb. 5, 6–7 pm
Pick out a recipe from a soul food cookbook (or use your own recipe) and make a dish to share at this community gathering. The library will have soul food cookbooks on display beginning Jan. 22. Tableware and refreshments will be provided by Lakeview Library and Willy Street Co-op.
Movie Night: “Loving”
Friday, Feb.15, 5:45 pm
The story of Richard and Mildred Loving, a couple whose arrest for interracial marriage in 1960s Virginia began a legal battle that would end with the Supreme Court’s historic 1967 decision. Rated PG-13. Light refreshments will be served.
Author Muriel Simms presentation
Thursday, Feb.28, 6–8 pm
Muriel Simms, author of “Settlin’: Stories of Madison’s Early African-American Families,” will speak at the Friends of Lakeview Library annual meeting. Refreshments at 6 pm, brief meeting at 6:30 pm, followed by Ms. Simms’ presentation. This is a free event.
First Thursday Adult Book Group
Thursdays, Feb. 7 and March 7, 6:30 pm
Feb. 7: “Kindred” by Octavia Butler
March 7: “The Body is Not an Apology” by Sonya Renee Taylor
Join our fireside book discussion. Refreshments are provided.
Mindful Fitness with Venus Washington
Saturdays, Feb. 2, 16, 23, 10 am
Venus will provide guided mindfulness practice, cardio and strength exercises. Join us to destress and energize your mind and body.