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Story Hour Open House

Wednesday, September 8th

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Join us for a fun filled night of games and refreshments.  Story Hour begins Tuesday, Sept. 14th.

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Library Survey

Hurry!  Surveys will only be accepted thru Labor Day.

The Edward U. Demmer Memorial Library in Three Lakes is running out of space. Increasing demand for services has been the incentive to use every nook and cranny of the building. In an effort to meet the needs of patrons, the Library is studying current and prospective space requirements. Your input is important in determining the future space planning for the Library. Please take a few moments to complete the survey. We encourage each person in your household to complete it.   Please click here to access the survey.

Thank you for your time and feedback,
Janet Dixon,
Library Director

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On the Hunt: the History of Deer Hunting in Wisconsin

Wednesday, September 15th, 2010

6:30 p.m.

TL Center for the Arts in the Northwoods

 

Meet author Bob Willging as he offers a discussion of his book “On the Hunt:  the History of Deer Hunting in Wisconsin”.  The program will be followed by a book signing with books available for purchase.  No registration is required for this free event but a limited number of free tickets will be available at the library and the TLCAN.  For more information please call the library at 715-546-3391.

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Wildlife Photographer Kurt L. Krueger

Wednesday, September 22nd

6:30 p.m.

Three Lakes Center for the Arts in the Northwoods

Join us for an evening with wildlife photographer Kurt L. Krueger.  He will share stories and wildlife images he’s captured with his camera.  Following the program his book A Wildlife Collection:  Celebrating Wisconsin’s Conservation Ethic  The Wildlife Photography of Kurt L. Krueger will be available for purchase and signing.   

No registration is required for this free event but a limited number of free tickets will be available at the library and the TLCAN.  For more information please call the library at 715-546-3391.

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Local History Resources @ the Demmer

 

The Edward U. Demmer Memorial Library in Three Lakes has a number of items that can aid in finding answers to questions about Three Lakes history. Those sources are located in the Local History and Genealogy room of the library. An attempt has been made to put the items specifically about Three Lakes in one area. The items most useful in answering local history and genealogy questions are found on the Listing of Local History Resources @ the Demmer

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Culver’s Coloring Contest

The Culver’s coloring contest is back again this year! Children aged 11 and younger are encouraged to draw a picture of their favorite book, or favorite character from a book to earn a coupon for free Culver’s custard.  The contest will run for the month of April, or until all coupons are handed out.  You may pick up your official coloring sheet at the desk, and when you turn in your completed picture, you will get a coupon for one free scoop of Culver’s frozen custard.  We will hang the pictures in the library for all to see and enjoy.

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How Does the Library Benefit Our Community?

Tell us how the library benefits our community for a chance to win one of several prizes during National Library Week.  We value your ideas and opinions, so here is your chance to let us know how the library is beneficial to the community.  Prize drawings to be held on Monday, April 19th, 2010.  Only one entry per person.  Must be 18 years of age or older to participate.  Please answer the question - how does the library benefit our community?  Submit your written answer before noon on Monday, April 19th, 2010.  Please include your telephone number so that we can notify you if you are a winner.  All prizes must be claimed before May 1st or they will be forfeited.

Gym Bag
MP3 Player
Library Book Bag
21″ Carry-on Suitcase with wheels
2010 Monthly Planner
Reader’s Digest Homemade:  How to Make 100s of Everyday Products Fast, Fresh and More Naturally
Dove Chocolate Bars
Advice from a Tree books and bookmarks donated by Your True Nature

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Wisconsin Vietnam War Stories Film Screening

Wednesday, April 14th, 2010

6:30 p.m.

Three Lakes Center for the Arts in the Northwoods

1760 Superior Street 

The Demmer Library invites you to a free screening & discussion of “Wisconsin Vietnam War Stories“.  This program is sponsored by the Wisconsin Veteran’s Association, Wisconsin Public Television, Wisconsin Historical Society, the Demmer Memorial Library and Three Lakes Center for Arts in the Northwoods.  The 40 minute film will be followed by discussion with local Vietnam Veterans. There  will also be a collection box for (list of needed) items to be shipped to service members overseas.

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Job Search Kit @ the Demmer

Are you searching for a job?  As more and more citizens rely on the library for assistance in their job seeking efforts, the E.U. Demmer Library and Wisconsin Valley Library System, supported by a 2009 LSTA Grant are providing a “Job Search kit” that includes access to the electronic database product - Learning Express along with 2 netbooks and a wireless printer. This kit and assistance from library staff will help patrons in searching for employment opportunities, creating and fine tuning cover letters and resumes, as well as brushing up on basic computer skills.  During the month of April you may visit the library to utilize this kit to conduct your job searching at the library.  The computer workstation is set-up with easy access to several Internet resources for job searching and includes access to a wireless printer.  There is no fee for this service and it is available on a first come first serve basis.  Call the Demmer Library at 546-3391 for more information. 

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Celebrate National Library Week

April 12th-17th

Visit the colorful, educational, traveling exhibit to learn about the rainforest community.  Show your support for veterans and military service members in our community by attending the film screening & donating items for the troops overseas.  School-age children are invited to participate in a special project.

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