Hours: Mondays–Fridays: 10 am–8 pm
Saturdays: 9 am–5 pm
Closed Thursday, Nov. 22 and Friday, Nov. 23
UW-Health Fair
Monday, Oct. 1, 4:30‒6:30 pm
Join UW-Madison Pharmacy students for an educational health fair on diabetes, immunizations, heart health, organ donation and prescription medication use. Bring your children as this event will have games and posters tailored to elementary-aged children, as well as information for adults.
“Buy the Little Ones a Dolly” by Rose Bingham
Tuesday, Oct. 2, 6 pm
Bingham, a well-known former resident of the Northside, will discuss her book “Buy the Little Ones a Dolly.” Social time begins at 6 pm, Bingham will speak at 6:30 pm. See the related article on this page.
Our Great Lakes in the 21st Century: Challenges and Opportunities
Tuesday, Oct. 9, 6:30 pm
Just 3 percent of the earth’s water is fresh water and the Great Lakes have 20 percent of that supply. Two million people worldwide face some sort of water-supply shortages and five million die from water-borne diseases. What are the specific stressors that face our Great Lakes today and what are we doing about it? Anne Moser of the Wisconsin Water Library will introduce the science and the issues facing our precious resource.
Lakeview Library Palooza
Saturday, Oct. 13, 10 am‒2 pm
The fifth annual Palooza will feature entertainment, face painting and trilobites (the state fossil). Don’t miss the canine police officer. Events will be outside and inside the library. See the related article on this page.
Hoarding Disorder Presentation
Monday, Oct. 15, 6:30 pm
Join Margo, a psychotherapist and owner of Courage Counseling where she specializes in hoarding disorder, trauma, depression, anxiety, OCD and grief, including pet grief. Margo will talk about some of the underlying causes of hoarding disorder, and why the reality television shows about hoarding disorder are a manual in what not to do. There will be time for questions and discussion.
Movie Night: “Solo: A Star Wars Story”
Friday, Oct. 19, 5:15 pm
During an adventure into the criminal underworld, Han Solo meets his future copilot Chewbacca and encounters Lando Calrissian years before joining the Rebellion. Rated PG-13. Light refreshments will be served.
Mindful Fitness with Venus Washington
Saturdays, Oct. 20, 27 and Nov.3, 10 am
Join in guided mindfulness practice, cardio and strength exercises. Destress and energize your mind and body.
Get Smart about Smartphones
Thursday, Nov. 1, 6 pm
Don’t let smartphones outsmart you. Are you considering getting a smartphone, but don’t know where to start? Do you have questions about how to use your own phone? Join tech and gadget expert Dave Friedman as he explains some ins and outs of your phone or helps you decide about getting a new phone. He’ll provide some tips and tricks and answer question.
Potluck Community Supper
Thursday, Nov. 8, 6‒7 pm
Join us for a community supper. Bring a dish of your choice to share. The theme is comfort foods, but you can bring anything you like. Lakeview Library and Willy Street Co-op will provide tableware and refreshments.
Movie Night: “Won’t You Be My Neighbor”
Friday, Nov. 16, 6 pm
This documentary paints a portrait of the life and work of children’s entertainer Fred Rogers, star of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. A former minister, Mister Rogers creatively communicated themes of empathy and acceptance. Rated PG-13. Light refreshments will be served.
First Thursday Adult Book Group
First Thursday, 6:30 pm
Oct. 4: “The Death and Life of the Great Lakes” by Dan Egan
Nov. 1: “Norse Mythology” by Neil Gaiman
Join our fireside book discussion. Refreshments are provided.
Adult Noon Book Group
Second Thursday, 12 pm
Oct. 11: “The Death and Life of the Great Lakes” by Dan Egan
Nov. 8: “The Muralist” by B.A. Shapiro
Discuss books and eat treats. It’s a really good group.
Mystery Book Group
Third Thursday, 6:30 pm
Oct. 18: “Watch Me Disappear” by Janelle Brown
Nov. 15: “Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI” by David Grann
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
Mondays, 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.