Lakeview Branch Library: 246-4547
Hours: Mondays–Fridays: 10 am–8 pm
Saturdays: 9 am–5 pm
The Friends of Lakeview Library will hold their next Quarterly Book Sale Saturday, March 21, 9 am‒4 pm, with a members-only sale Friday, March 20, 6‒7:45 pm, and a Saturday bag sale, 2‒4 pm. All proceeds fund library programs. Become a Friend.
Family Forts Storytime
Tuesday, Feb. 3, 6–7:45 pm
Thursday, March 12, 6–7:45 pm
How fun will this be? Bring blankets and pillows and get cozy and creative at the library. Enjoy a snack and a story and then get busy building your fort and reading as a family.
Pokemon Club
Thursdays, Feb. 5–March 12, 4–5:30 pm
It’s back. Do you love Pokemon? School-aged children will learn how to play during the first half-hour and then compete against other children.
Crafternoons
Tuesday, Feb. 10, 4 pm
Come one, come all. School-aged children can join creative librarians for afterschool craft fun with colorful paper, glitter, glue and paint.
A Valentine to the Earth
Saturday, Feb. 14, 10:30 am
Join the Northside’s own Clare Norelle for stories and songs about loving the earth.
I ♥ Art
Saturday, Feb. 14, 1 pm
Construction paper, stamps, stickers, glitter and more, all waiting for your creative mind to put them together as original and unique Valentine creations. Children ages 5 and up are invited to attend. Children under 7 must have an adult helper.
Read to a Dog
Saturdays, Feb. 14 and March 14, 2 pm
Bring a favorite book and read aloud to a furry friend. Time slots are available on a first come, first served basis
Library LEGO Club
Tuesdays, Feb. 17 and March 17, 4 pm
We provide a theme each month, with stories and pictures to inspire the imagination. Join other LEGO fans and build your own unique creation.
Library Laboratory
Fridays, Feb. 20 and March 13, 6–7:45 pm
Stop by this drop-in session to play all sorts of games, experiment with cooking, get creative with art, and more. This program is for children in grades 3‒12. Supervised younger siblings are welcome.
Wooden Art Car with Justin Bitner
Tuesday, March 10, 4 pm
Join artist Justin Bitner and make a wooden art car inspired by your favorite book in the library. Call 246-4547 to register beginning Feb. 24. This is a Bubbler program.
Wonderworks
Wednesdays, March 11 and 18, 10:15 am and 11 am
Pre-kindergarten children can explore science, technology, engineering and math through play and books. To register, pick up a nametag from Ms. Madeleine just before the class.
One World, One Sound Drum Circle
Saturday, March 14, 10:30 am
The whole family can find their groove in this drumming circle with Elmore Lawson.
Toddler Dance Party
Tuesday, March 17, 10:30 am
Children ages 2 and up are invited to come and shake it all about.
LEGO Buildathon
Tuesday, March 31, 2–4 pm
Join us for two hours of building fun. We’ll have LEGO blocks, LEGO coloring sheets, foam blocks and lots of time for building.
Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays, Jan. 13‒March 3 and March 31–April 14, 10:30 am
Stories, fingerplays and songs that help preschool children ages 3‒5 develop early literacy skills. Younger siblings are welcome. Groups are welcome.
Book Baby
Tuesdays Jan. 13‒March 3 and March 31‒April 14, 11:30 am
Babies 0–15 months old will enjoy stories, songs and activities. One adult per baby is required. Class length is 15 minutes, with time for play and conversation.
Toddler Time
All Wednesdays in February,
10:15 am and 11 am
Children ages 16‒35 months will enjoy stories, songs and rhymes. One adult per child is recommended. Registration is on a first come, first served basis. Pick up a nametag before storytime.
Lakeview Chess Club
Second and fourth Mondays, 6 pm
All ages and skill levels are welcome.
Introduction to Woodcarving
Monday, Feb. 16, 5:30–7:45pm
This safety-first introduction to basic woodcarving is presented by the Capital Area Carvers of Wisconsin and is appropriate for attendees from age 10 through adult. All tools and safety gear, including Kevlar gloves and wood, are provided. Call 246-4547 to register.
Adult Programs
Free Income Tax Preparation
Every Monday and Thursday through April 13, 1–4 pm, by appointment
Trained Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) personnel prepare individuals’ basic tax returns for free. If married and filing jointly, both spouses must be present. Completed returns will be filed electronically. Call 246-4547 for a half-hour appointment.
Health Care Enrollment Assistance
Thursday, Feb. 5, 1:30–4:30 pm
Certified Application Navigators from Covering Kids & Families Wisconsin will answer your questions and assist you in choosing a health care plan. Please bring the birthdate and Social Security number of each person who needs insurance, income information (pay stubs, W-2 forms, or wage and tax statements), and policy numbers and information for any health insurance plans currently covering the people in your household.
Computer and eBook Assistance
Mondays,10 am‒1 pm, 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, opening and using Facebook, and e-reader setup and assistance.
One-On-One Writing Assistance
Friday afternoons, by appointment
Free one-hour sessions for help with resumes, cover letters, online job searches and applications and any writing project. This program is funded through a grant and staffed by UW Writing Assistance staff. Call 246-4547 for an appointment.
Adult Noon Book Group
Second Thursdays
Discuss books and eat treats. It’s more fun than anything. Feb. 12, “Life After Life” by Kate Atkinson; March 12, “Destiny of the Republic: A Tale of Madness, Medicine and the Murder of a President” by Candice Millard. Copies are available at the library.
Scrabble for Adults
Every Wednesday, 10 am
Sharpen your mind with a group that makes it fun.
Knitting at the Library
Every Wednesday, 6 pm
Drop-in knitting: Learn a new craft or work on that unfinished project with other neighborhood knitters.
Computer Workshops
The following series of three free computer workshops is presented by Cris Carpenter of HouseCall Computer Services:
PC Maintenance and Performance
Saturday, Feb. 28, 11am–1 pm
Keep your Windows-based PC systems running at peak performance levels and prevent common computer problems. Topics include: hardware specifications, hard drive cleanup and maintenance, managing startup options, updates and upgrades, Windows operating systems (XP, Vista, 7 and 8), web browsers and more.
Internet Security
Saturday, March 7, 2–4 pm
Internet threats can take a variety of forms and most are intended to extract sensitive information from your computer and/or money from your accounts. Learn how to protect your computer, personal information and accounts by recognizing common threats, utilizing effective security software, and employing safe web browsing and emailing practices.
Backup Strategies Class
Saturday, March 28, 11 am–1 pm
Use simple techniques and strategies for successfully backing up and restoring computer data files. Topics include: identifying and locating files to back up, choosing a backup media or online service, techniques for successfully backing up and restoring files and utilizing automated backup software.