Hours: Mondays–Fridays: 10 am–8 pm
Saturdays: 9 am–5 pm
Closed: Monday, May 27
Help Bring Books to Wisconsin Prisoners
Monday, April 8, 6:30 pm
John E. Peck, one of the founders of Wisconsin Books to Prisoners (WBTP), will discuss the significant barriers incarcerated people face in accessing books and information, as well as demonstrate the profound effect that their services have on inmates in written letters and original artwork from prisoners. WBTP is a nonprofit that has worked to provide quality reading material to inmates of the Wisconsin prison system since 2006. Their mission is to foster a love of reading behind bars, encourage the pursuit of knowledge and self-empowerment, and break the cycle of recidivism. Join us for a discussion on the challenges and successes in building literary ties with those behind bars, and how people can get involved in this important project.
Movie Night, “Green Book”
Friday, April 19, 5:30 pm
Green Book is the account of Jamaican born pianist Don Shirley’s musical tour through the Deep South during the Jim Crow era. Shirley (Mahershala Ali) enlists the services of New York City bouncer Tony Lip (Viggo Mortensen) as his chauffeur and bodyguard as he performs jazz piano sets through a section of America where he is most unwelcome. While the duo’s personalities and lifestyles clash at first, their bond strengthens as they navigate the culture shock and harsh racism of the 1960s American South in their own ways. Rated PG-13. Light refreshments will be served.
“Break the Mold: 5 Tools to Conquer Mold and Take Back Your Health” Meet the author, Dr. Jill Christa
Tuesday, April 23, 6:30 pm
Is mold making you sick? Do you have mysterious health problems with no explanations? Mold can lurk without a trace or scent. Find out how to spot mold sickness. In this book, Dr. Jill Crista gives you five proven tools to start your recovery from mold sickness. Dr. Crista is a nationally recognized educator on illnesses associated with mold and mycotoxin exposure.
Salt and Its Healing Properties
Thursday, April 25, 6 pm
Katy Wallace, 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. Registration begins April 11.
Nourish You: Self Care Retreat
Saturday, May 4, 9:30‒11:30 am
Nourish You: Self-Care Retreat is for women who don’t always feel included in mainstream self-care offerings. Come and get inspired to move into relaxation. Presented by Venus Washington, Nikki Cook and Araceli Esparza. Women who attend will receive tools they can incorporate into their lifestyle to enhance or begin a self-care practice at home. Registration begins April 20.
Knife Skills and Safety
Thursday, May 9, 6‒7:30 pm
Once your knife skills have improved, your cooking will be more efficient and delicious. Join Chef Paul from Willy Street Co-op for a demonstration on how to dice, julienne and chiffonade. Chef Paul will also discuss how to choose, care for and sharpen knives. Ages 18 and up. Vegan. Registration begins April 25.
Cookbook Book Club – Japanese Food
Tuesday, May 14, 6‒7 pm
Choose a recipe from a Japanese cookbook (or use your own) and make a dish to share. Lakeview Library will have Japanese cookbooks on display as of May 1. Tableware and refreshments will be provided by Lakeview Library and Willy Street Co-op.
Memory Screening
Wednesday, May 15, 10:30 am‒1:30 pm
A memory screen is a wellness tool that helps identify possible changes in memory. It creates a baseline so future changes can be monitored. Specialists from the Aging and Disability Resource Center will provide free, 20-minute, confidential memory screenings and will have information about memory, memory clinics, brain health and local resources. Registration begins May 1.
Movie Night: “Boy Erased”
Friday, May 17, 5:45 pm
Jared Eamons, the son of a small-town Baptist pastor, must overcome the fallout after being outed as gay to his parents. His father and mother struggle to reconcile their love for their son with their beliefs. Fearing a loss of family, friends and community, Jared is pressured into attending a conversion therapy program. While there, Jared comes into conflict with its leader and begins his journey to finding his own voice and accepting his true self. Rated R. Light refreshments will be served.
First Thursday Adult Book Group
6:30 pm
April 4: “Radium Girls” by Kate Moore
May 2: “Little Fires Everywhere” by Celeste Ng
Join our fireside book discussion. Refreshments are provided.
Adult Noon Book Group
Second Thursday, 12 pm
April 11: “A Piece of the World” by Christina Baker Kline
May 9: “Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End” by Atul Gawande
Discuss books and eat treats.
Mystery Book Group
Third Thursday, 6:30 pm
April 18: “The Late Show” by Michael Connelly
May 16: “In Farleigh Field” by Rhys Bowen
Join us 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
Tuesdays, 10 am‒12 pm, Thursdays, 1–3 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 set-up 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
Tuesdays, 4:30‒6:30 pm
Drop in for help with your math homework — all subjects through calculus.
Scrabble for Adults
Wednesdays, 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.