March | April 2015 Classes and Events

Appleton Public LibraryFriends of Appleton Public Library225 N Oneida StreetAppleton, WI 54911(920) 832-6177www.apl.org Classes and Events

March | April

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Fox Cities Book FestivalApril 20-26, 2015

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Inside...Serving the community for over 110 years, Appleton Public Library currently operates from an 85,000 square foot facility at 225 N. Oneida Street. Established under state law by the City of Appleton, APL is governed by a nine-member citizen Board of Trustees.

APL houses and serves as resource library for the Outagamie Waupaca Library System, a federated system of 16 member libraries.

Administration.........................(920) 832-6170Children’s Desk........................ (920) 832-6187Circulation Desk......................(920) 832-6179Information Desk..................... (920) 832-6177Reference Desk......................(920) 832-6173

Appleton Public Library Phone Numbers

Monday.............................. 9:00 am - 9:00 pmTuesday.............................. 9:00 am - 9:00 pmWednesday....................... 9:00 am - 9:00 pmThursday..................... ........ 9:00 am - 9:00 pmFriday.................................. 9:00 am - 6:00 pmSaturday............................. 9:00 am - 5:00 pmSunday...............................12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Appleton Public Library School Year Hours

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Easter......................................................April 5

Appleton Public Library Upcoming Closures

Children’s Classes and Events

Teen Classes and Events

Adult Classes and Events

All classes and events are free and open to the public. Events and classes are prepared for a variety of age groups and some events or classes may not be suitable for all ages.

Unless otherwise noted, registration for events or classes is not required. Please contact the library in advance if a program requires registration.

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made upon request and if feasible. If you need an accommodation to attend a class or an event, please contact us at (920) 832-6177.

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Staff PicksAre you looking for your next read?Check out some of our staff pickslisted below. For more picks, visit www.apl.org/staffpicks.

The Boston Girl Anita DiamantAdult Fiction

Andy, Also! Maxwell Eaton IIIChildren’s Fiction

One Summer Bill BrysonAdult Non-Fiction

Looking for Alaska John GreenTeen Fiction

MeetingRooms

We have four meeting rooms in our lower level that are available for use by community groups for presentation of informational, educational, or recreational meetings and programs in keeping with our mission.

There is no charge for meeting rooms and they may be booked at a first come first served basis.

We also have three study rooms available for public use on our second floor. Study rooms may be booked at the Reference Desk and are available at a first come first served basis.

Using the Library

Library Cards

ElectronicLibrary

ComputerAccess

PrintingServices

Free library cards are available to all Wisconsin residents. Identification andproof of residence are required for adults when the card application is completed. Minors (17 and under) need a parent or guardian signature on their application. Library cards provide access to our collections, computers, downloadable materials and more at www.apl.org.

Get an application at any servicedesk or download one from ourwebsite at www.apl.org/faq.

We offer access to more than 90 free digital resources. Some of our most popular resources include; ebooks, digital magazines, independent films, language learning, genealogy records,viewpoint articles, practice tests and study aides and more. Some of our digital resources require in-library use.

For a full listing of electronic resources or for more information visit our websiteat www.apl.org/e, call 832-6173 or stop by one of our service desks.

We have over 60 desktop computerswith free access to the Internet.Computers may be used for up totwo hours a day, with your librarycard. Reservations are not required.

In addition, we have a Digital Creation Computer Lab available for public use.

Free WIFI is also available in the library.Any device with WIFI capabilityshould automatically detect the aplpublic signal. No password is required to log on.

Do you have a question about the classes or services we offer? Ask us! We’re available by phoneat (920) 832-6173, by email at [email protected] or in person at any service desk.

Two printers are available for publicuse, located on the first and thesecond floors. Printing/copying is $.15 per one-sided sheet for black and white and $.35 for color.Available paper sizes include letter(8.5x11) and legal (8.5x14).

Wireless printing is also availablefor devices on a Windows or a Mac environment.

Here are some basics to get your started with using your library.


Ask Us!

SPRING 2015HIGHLIGHTS

Meet Linda Sue Park, author of A Single Shard and A Long Walk to Water.

April 14 | 6:30 pm | Teens

Tweens, create your own 3D art and 3D glasses!March 19 | 4:00 pm | Kids

Join our fiber artist in residence Kassie as she introduces participants to Fiber Rain and yarn bombing.March 12 | 6:30 pm | Adults

Learn about methods in researchingboth Dutch and German ancestry.

March 14 | 1:00 pm | Adults

Try different kinds of pizza, pop, chips, and candy as you play games like guess the candy bar.March 31 | 6:30 pm | Teens FOX CITIES BOOK FESTIVAL

Join us for a variety of author visitsand workshops. Visit www.apl.org.April 20-26 | Adults

Join us at the History Museum at the Castle for interactive stories that will electrify your mind! March 14 | 11:00 am | Kids

Browse our full calendar at apl.org/events

Meet Wisconsin AuthorsMarch 2 | 4:00 - 5:00 pmMeeting Room CMeet Jeanne Loehnis, Inward Journey Life Coach, and author of What’s Alive in Me Now? Time for the Journey of your Life! Learn about taking responsibility for your life and discovering unique gifts and talents you possess.

On the Road with Master GardenersMarch 2 | 7:00 - 8:00 pmMeeting Room ATour the Brandywine Valley of Pennsylvania, including sites between Annapolis and Philadelphia.

Non-Fiction Book DiscussionMarch 4 | 6:30 - 7:30 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for a discussion of Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand with retired history lecturer Bob Schmall. Thursday at the MoviesMarch 5 | 4:00 - 6:00 pmMeeting Room C Featuring The Internet’s Own Boy.

Outagamie County Master GardenersMarch 7 | 10:00 - 11:30 amMeeting Room C Pick up a few hints on the do’s and don’ts of keeping your landscape in top shape.

Music at the LibraryMarch 8 | 2:00 - 3:00 pmMeeting Room CFeaturing the New Horizons OrchestraFox Valley performing a blend of light classical, pop and show tunes.

Creative Writing at the LibraryMarch 12 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for a variety of free writing exercises led by Sharrie Robinson. Today’s topic: choose an envelope containing four words and create a piece using those words.

Thursday at the MoviesMarch 12 | 6:00 - 8:00 pmMeeting Room CFeaturing Life Itself.

Fiber Rain Knit2TogetherMarch 12 | 6:30 - 8:00 pmMeeting Room DJoin our fiber artist-in-residence Kassie as she introduces participants to Fiber Rain and yarn bombing. Some knitting experience required.

Find Your AncestorsMarch 14 | 1:00 - 2:30 pmMeeting Room CLearn about methods in researching Dutch and German ancestry fromlocal experts.

Knit2TogetherMarch 16 | 6:00 - 9:00 pmMeeting Room DMulti-generational knitting circle.

Downtown Book ClubMarch 18 | 12:00 - 1:00 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for a discussion of the 2015 Fox Cities Reads book Orphan Train, led by Howard Porter.

Thursday at the MoviesMarch 19 | 4:30 - 6:30 pmMeeting Room CFeaturing Alive Inside, co-sponsored Thompson Community Center and The Fox Valley Memory Project.

Music at the LibraryMarch 22 | 2:00 - 3:00 pmMeeting Room CFeaturing Bill and Doris Olson performing a blend of folk, Irish and gospel music on the hammered dulcimer and guitar.

Social Security Benefits: Myths and FactsMarch 25 | 4:00 - 5:15 pmMeeting Room CLearn about the myths and facts when it comes to Social Security benefits. Presenters include Tim Gierke, DavidAustin and Yer Vue from the Social Security Administration Office.

Creative Writing at the LibraryMarch 26 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for a variety of free writing exercises led by Sharrie Robinson. Today’s topic: use a one-line phrase to create a poem, story or memoir.

Non-Fiction Book DiscussionApril 1 | 6:30 - 7:30 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for a discussion of Charlie Wilson’s War by George Crile with retired history lecturer Bob Schmall.

Thursday at the MoviesApril 2 | 4:00 - 6:00 pmMeeting Room CFeaturing Big Hero 6.

Foster Care in the Fox CitiesApril 2 | 7:00 - 9:00 pmMeeting Room A/B/CAndrea Lemke-Rochon, Foster Care Coordinator for Outagamie and Calumet Counties’ Foster CareProgram, will discuss foster care in our region.

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Sensory StorytimeApril 2 | 6:30 - 7:00 pmChildren’s Program Room A/BAn interactive program designed to engage kids through movement, music, stories and sensory play.

Fiber Rain Story and Craft TimeApril 4 | 10:00 - 11:25 amMeeting Room A/BJoin Children’s Services for a special storytime featuring Extra Yarn by Mac Barnett. Then, meet our fiber artist in residence, Kassie, and experiment with different yarn bombing techniques.

Pooches and PagesApril 4 | 10:00 - 11:25 amChildren’s Program Room A/BChildren will read to a therapy dog for 15 minutes. Registration is required.

Book Babies April 6, 13, 20 & 27 | 9:15 - 9:45 amChildren’s Program Room A/B Stimulate your baby’s senses and promote early literacy techniques with this fun lapsit storytime.

Wonderful OnesApril 6, 13, 20 & 27 | 10:00 - 10:45 amChildren’s Program Room A/B An early literacy experience focusing on your child’s cognitive and motor skills development.

Time for TwosApril 6, 13, 20 & 27 | 11:00 - 11:45 amChildren’s Program Room A/B An early literacy experience with books, songs, finger plays and musical movement.

Ready to Read: Play and LearnApril 6, 13, 20 & 27 | 1:30 - 2:30 pmChildren’s Program Room A/BHelp your child develop pre-reading skills, social skills and confidence through play-centered learning.

Lego LabApril 6, 13, 20 & 27| 6:15 - 7:00 pmChildren’s Program Room A/B Drop-in and create a masterpiece out of Legos.

Musical Movin’ Storytime April 7, 14, 21 & 2810:00 - 10:45 am & 1:30 - 2:15 pm Children’s Program Room A/BSing, move, dance and exploremusical instruments! Registration is required.

Tuesday Night Specials April 7, 14, 21 & 28 | 6:15 - 7:00 pm Children’s Program Room A/BDrop-in for various fun family-friendlyactivities. See www.apl.org/calfor a listing of specials.

StoryvineApril 8, 15, 22 & 299:15 - 9:45 am & 10:00 - 10:30 amChildren’s Program Room A/B Come for stories, music and movement and finger plays.

Full STEAM AheadApril 9, 16, 23 & 3010:00 - 10:45 am & 1:30 - 2:15 pm Children’s Program Room A/BExcite the imagination and curiosity through hands-on activities and experiments. Registration is required.

Stories and Crafts: April EditionApril 10 | 10:00 - 10:45 amChildren’s Program Room A/BEnjoy a storytime and craft activity.

Play and Learn: Spanish EditionApril 12, 19 & 26 | 1:00 - 2:00 pmChildren’s Program Room A/BHelp your child develop pre-reading skills, social skills and confidence through play-centered learning.

Play and Learn: Hmong EditionApril 12, 19 & 26 | 2:30 - 3:30 pmChildren’s Program Room A/BHelp your child develop pre-reading skills, social skills and confidence through play-centered learning.

Hmong Language StorytimeApril 12 | 3:45 - 4:15 pmChildren’s Program Room BPromotes language development and pre-literacy skills with stories, hands-on activities and songs in the Hmong language.


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Learn about the myths and factswhen it comes to Social Security.March 25 | 4:00 pm

Design and build chairs, tables, forts and more with recycled newspapers! Registration is required.

April 16 | 4:00 pm

APRILTween SceneApril 16 | 4:00 - 5:00 pmChildren’s Program Room A/BDesign and build chairs, tables, forts and more with recycled newspapers! Registration is required.

Sing Along Storytime April 17 | 10:00 - 10:45 amChildren’s Program Room A/BEnjoy fun stories and music!

Big Read Money Smart April 18 | 10:00 - 11:00 amMeeting Room A/B/CThis Money Smart event will include a storytime and craft project. Participants will also receive a free book. Registration is required.

Outagamie County Master GardenersApril 4 | 10:00 - 11:30 amMeeting Room C Plants are like people, some get along with each other and some don’t; learn which plants work well together.

What’s So Hard About Hearing?April 6 | 4:00 - 5:00 pmMeeting Room C A look at hearing loss from a personal and consumer perspective presented by Julie Olson. Co-sponsored by the Hearing Loss Association - Fox Valley.

On the Road with Master GardenersApril 6 | 7:00 - 8:00 pmMeeting Room ATravel across Hwy 70 to visit Missouri gardens, parks, landmarks and fountains between St. Louis and Kansas City with master gardener, Karen Peckham.

Creative Writing at the LibraryApril 9 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for a variety of free writing exercises led by Sharrie Robinson. Today’s topic: choose an item fromSharrie’s collection to be the inspirationfor your writing.

Fiber Rain Knit2TogetherApril 9 | 6:30 - 8:00 pmMeeting Room DJoin our fiber artist-in-residence Kassie as she introduces participants to Fiber Rain and yarn bombing. Some knitting experience required.

Downtown Book ClubApril 15 | 12:00 - 1:00 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for a discussion of your favorite book about the Civil War, led by Howard Porter.

Thursday at the MoviesApril 16 | 4:30 - 6:30 pmMeeting Room CFeaturing 14 Days with Alzheimer’s, co-sponsored by Family Support Program at the Thompson Community Center and The Fox Valley Memory Project.


Play and Learn: Spanish EditionMarch 1, 8, 15 & 22 | 1:00 - 2:00 pmChildren’s Program Room A/BHelp your child develop pre-reading skills, social skills and confidence through play-centered learning.

Play and Learn: Hmong EditionMarch 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 | 2:30 - 3:30 pmChildren’s Program Room A/BHelp your child develop pre-reading skills, social skills and confidence through play-centered learning.

Hmong Language StorytimeMarch 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 | 3:45 - 4:15 pmChildren’s Program Room BPromotes language development and pre-literacy skills with stories, hands-on activities and songs in the Hmong language.

Book Babies March 2, 9, 16 & 23 | 9:15 - 9:45 amChildren’s Program Room A/B Stimulate your baby’s senses and promote early literacy techniques with this fun lapsit storytime.

Wonderful OnesMarch 2, 9, 16 & 23 | 10:00 - 10:45 amChildren’s Program Room A/B An early literacy experience focusing on your child’s cognitive and motor skills development.

Time for TwosMarch 2, 9, 16 & 23 | 11:00 - 11:45 amChildren’s Program Room A/B An early literacy experience with books, songs, finger plays and musical movement.

Ready to Read: Play and LearnMarch 2, 9, 16 & 23 | 1:30 - 2:30 pmChildren’s Program Room A/BHelp your child develop pre-reading skills, social skills and confidence through play-centered learning.

Lego LabMarch 2, 9, 16 & 23 | 6:15 - 7:00 pmChildren’s Program Room A/B Drop-in and create a masterpiece out of Legos.

Musical Movin’ Storytime March 3, 10, 17 & 2410:00 - 10:45 am & 1:30 - 2:15 pm Children’s Program Room A/BSing, move, dance and exploremusical instruments! Registration is required.

Tuesday Night Specials March 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 | 6:15 - 7:00 pm Children’s Program Room A/BDrop-in for various fun family-friendlyactivities. See www.apl.org/calfor a listing of specials.

StoryvineMarch 4, 11, 18 & 259:15 - 9:45 am & 10:00 - 10:30 amChildren’s Program Room A/B Come for stories, music and movement and finger plays.

Full STEAM AheadMarch 5*, 12, 19 & 2610:00 - 10:45 am & 1:30 - 2:15 pm Children’s Program Room A/BExcite the imagination and curiosity through hands-on activities and experiments. Registration is required.*No 10:00 am class March 5.

Sensory StorytimeMarch 5 | 6:30 - 7:00 pmChildren’s Program Room A/BAn interactive program designed to engage kids through movement, music, stories and sensory play.

Stories and Crafts: March EditionMarch 6 | 10:00 - 10:45 amChildren’s Program Room A/B Enjoy stories, music, movementand make a craft!

Pooches and PagesMarch 7 | 10:00 - 11:25 amChildren’s Program Room A/BChildren will read to a therapy dog for 15 minutes. Registration is required.

Puppet PaloozaMarch 13, 20 & 27 | 10:00 - 10:45 amChildren’s Program Room A/BListen to stories, watch a puppet show and participate in a theme activity.

Science and Stories with Neon: Darkness Electrified March 14 | 11:00 - 11:45 amHistory Museum at the CastleJoin the Appleton Public Library at the History Museum at the Castle for free interactive stories and hands on learning stations that will electrify your mind!

Tween SceneMarch 19 | 4:00 - 5:00 pmChildren’s Program Room A/BCreate your own 3D art and glasses!Registration is required.

First Day of Spring: Frozen Sing AlongMarch 21 | 9:30 - 11:15 amChildren’s Program Room A/BCelebrate the first day of spring by watching the movie Frozen and singing along with all of the hit music!8 | Appleton Public Library March/April 2015 | 5

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March | April

Join us for a variety of creativewriting exercises. 2nd & 4th Thursday | 10:00 am

Learn tips on how to retireearly and live comfortably. April 21 | 6:30 pm

Help your child develop pre-reading skills and confidence. Mondays | 1:30 pm

Knit2TogetherApril 20 | 6:00 - 9:00 pmMeeting Room DMulti-generational knitting circle.

Money Smart: How to Retire the Cheapskate WayApril 21 | 6:30 - 7:30 pmMeeting Room A/B/C Jeff Yeager will present his guide on how to retire comfortably on less. Co-sponsored by Money Smart Fox Cities.

Creative Writing at the LibraryApril 23 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for a variety of free writing exercises led by Sharrie Robinson. Today’s topic: use a one-line phrase to create a poem, story or memoir.

Money Smart: How Much Allowance Should I Give My Child?April 23 | 4:00 - 5:00 pmMeeting Room A/B/CLynne Finch, author of The No-Cash Allowance, will help parents teach kids about money, from piggy banks to online banking.

Music at the LibraryApril 26 | 2:00 - 3:00 pmMeeting Room CFeaturing The Old Fashions performing waltzes, polkas and some old-time standards.

Learn which plants get along to makeyour garden the best it can be.April 4 | 10:00 am


Anime Night March 3 | 6:30 - 8:30 pmMeeting Room CJoin us for an anime viewing whereyou get to vote on what we watch.

K-Pop ClubMarch 5 & 19 | 5:00 - 5:45 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for food, fun, merchandiseand the best music Asia has to offer.Registration is required.

APL Minecraft GuildMarch 6, 13, 20 & 27 | 5:00 - 5:45 pmDigital Creation LabHelp us create something amazing in Minecraft. Registration is required.

Game BreakMarch 10 | 6:30 - 8:30 pmMeeting Room A/B/COpen drop-in gaming featuring Wii with Mario Kart, Guitar Hero and more.

Meet YA Author Linnea GarciaMarch 12 | 5:00 - 6:30 pmMeeting Room A/BLinnea Garcia author of the YA fantasy novel The Healing Pool will join us for a reading, Q&A and book signing.


Knit2TogetherMarch 16 | 6:00 - 9:00 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for this multi-generational knitting circle.

Gaelic Gala March 17 | 6:30 - 8:30 pmMeeting Room CCome and join us for a celebration of all things Gaelic. Eat delicious Gaelic food, listen to traditional Gaelic music, try to keep up with Irish dancers and play Gaelic games

Trivia ChaseMarch 24 | 6:30 - 8:30 pmMeeting Room CWe’ll be playing a fast-paced trivia game with a twist - you will have all the answers in front of you.

What are you eating?March 31 | 6:30 - 8:30 pmMeeting Room CTry different kinds of pizza, soda, chips, and candy as you play games like guess the candy bar or mystery soda.

K-Pop ClubApril 2 & 16 | 5:00 - 5:45 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for food, fun, merchandiseand the best music Asia has to offer.Registration is required.

APL Minecraft GuildApril 3, 10, 17 & 24 | 5:00 - 5:45 pmDigital Creation LabHelp us create something amazing in Minecraft. Registration is required.

Anime Night April 7 | 6:30 - 8:30 pmMeeting Room CStop by for an anime viewing whereyou pick what we watch.


Meet Linda Sue ParkApril 14 | 6:30 - 8:30 pmMeeting Room A/B/CLinda Sue Park author of A Single Shard and A Long Walk to Water will join us this evening. After she speaks, you can stay and have her sign your copy of one of her books.

Knit2TogetherApril 20 | 6:00 - 9:00 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for this multi-generational knitting circle.

Game Break: Special EditionApril 28 | 6:30 - 8:30 pmMeeting Room A/B/COpen, drop-in gaming for teens with 2 Wii, an XBox 360 Kinect and many table top board games. This will be the last Game Break before summer programming starts in June. Come and get your game on!


MARCH APRIL

March | April

Join us for food, fun and thebest music Asia has to offer. April 2 & 16 | 5:00 pm

Eat Gaelic food, listen to music andtry to keep up with Irish dancers.March 17 | 6:30 pm

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Join us for an anime viewing whereyou get to vote on what we watch.April 7 | 6:30 pm

Meet Linnea Garcia, author ofThe Healing Pool. March 12 | 5:00 pm

Learn about Fiber Rain and yarn bombing. April 9 | 6:30 pm

Try different kinds of pizza, soda, chips, and candy as you play games like guess the candy bar or mystery soda.

March 31 | 6:30 pm Create something amazing in Minecraft.Fridays | 5:00 pm


Anime Night March 3 | 6:30 - 8:30 pmMeeting Room CJoin us for an anime viewing whereyou get to vote on what we watch.

K-Pop ClubMarch 5 & 19 | 5:00 - 5:45 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for food, fun, merchandiseand the best music Asia has to offer.Registration is required.

APL Minecraft GuildMarch 6, 13, 20 & 27 | 5:00 - 5:45 pmDigital Creation LabHelp us create something amazing in Minecraft. Registration is required.

Game BreakMarch 10 | 6:30 - 8:30 pmMeeting Room A/B/COpen drop-in gaming featuring Wii with Mario Kart, Guitar Hero and more.

Meet YA Author Linnea GarciaMarch 12 | 5:00 - 6:30 pmMeeting Room A/BLinnea Garcia author of the YA fantasy novel The Healing Pool will join us for a reading, Q&A and book signing.


Knit2TogetherMarch 16 | 6:00 - 9:00 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for this multi-generational knitting circle.

Gaelic Gala March 17 | 6:30 - 8:30 pmMeeting Room CCome and join us for a celebration of all things Gaelic. Eat delicious Gaelic food, listen to traditional Gaelic music, try to keep up with Irish dancers and play Gaelic games

Trivia ChaseMarch 24 | 6:30 - 8:30 pmMeeting Room CWe’ll be playing a fast-paced trivia game with a twist - you will have all the answers in front of you.

What are you eating?March 31 | 6:30 - 8:30 pmMeeting Room CTry different kinds of pizza, soda, chips, and candy as you play games like guess the candy bar or mystery soda.

K-Pop ClubApril 2 & 16 | 5:00 - 5:45 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for food, fun, merchandiseand the best music Asia has to offer.Registration is required.

APL Minecraft GuildApril 3, 10, 17 & 24 | 5:00 - 5:45 pmDigital Creation LabHelp us create something amazing in Minecraft. Registration is required.

Anime Night April 7 | 6:30 - 8:30 pmMeeting Room CStop by for an anime viewing whereyou pick what we watch.


Meet Linda Sue ParkApril 14 | 6:30 - 8:30 pmMeeting Room A/B/CLinda Sue Park author of A Single Shard and A Long Walk to Water will join us this evening. After she speaks, you can stay and have her sign your copy of one of her books.

Knit2TogetherApril 20 | 6:00 - 9:00 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for this multi-generational knitting circle.

Game Break: Special EditionApril 28 | 6:30 - 8:30 pmMeeting Room A/B/COpen, drop-in gaming for teens with 2 Wii, an XBox 360 Kinect and many table top board games. This will be the last Game Break before summer programming starts in June. Come and get your game on!


MARCH APRIL

March | April

Join us for food, fun and thebest music Asia has to offer. April 2 & 16 | 5:00 pm

Eat Gaelic food, listen to music andtry to keep up with Irish dancers.March 17 | 6:30 pm

March/April 2015 | 7

Join us for an anime viewing whereyou get to vote on what we watch.April 7 | 6:30 pm

Meet Linnea Garcia, author ofThe Healing Pool. March 12 | 5:00 pm

Learn about Fiber Rain and yarn bombing. April 9 | 6:30 pm

Try different kinds of pizza, soda, chips, and candy as you play games like guess the candy bar or mystery soda.

March 31 | 6:30 pm Create something amazing in Minecraft.Fridays | 5:00 pm

Outagamie County Master GardenersApril 4 | 10:00 - 11:30 amMeeting Room C Plants are like people, some get along with each other and some don’t; learn which plants work well together.

What’s So Hard About Hearing?April 6 | 4:00 - 5:00 pmMeeting Room C A look at hearing loss from a personal and consumer perspective presented by Julie Olson. Co-sponsored by the Hearing Loss Association - Fox Valley.

On the Road with Master GardenersApril 6 | 7:00 - 8:00 pmMeeting Room ATravel across Hwy 70 to visit Missouri gardens, parks, landmarks and fountains between St. Louis and Kansas City with master gardener, Karen Peckham.

Creative Writing at the LibraryApril 9 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for a variety of free writing exercises led by Sharrie Robinson. Today’s topic: choose an item fromSharrie’s collection to be the inspirationfor your writing.


Downtown Book ClubApril 15 | 12:00 - 1:00 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for a discussion of your favorite book about the Civil War, led by Howard Porter.

Thursday at the MoviesApril 16 | 4:30 - 6:30 pmMeeting Room CFeaturing 14 Days with Alzheimer’s, co-sponsored by Family Support Program at the Thompson Community Center and The Fox Valley Memory Project.


Play and Learn: Spanish EditionMarch 1, 8, 15 & 22 | 1:00 - 2:00 pmChildren’s Program Room A/BHelp your child develop pre-reading skills, social skills and confidence through play-centered learning.

Play and Learn: Hmong EditionMarch 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 | 2:30 - 3:30 pmChildren’s Program Room A/BHelp your child develop pre-reading skills, social skills and confidence through play-centered learning.

Hmong Language StorytimeMarch 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 | 3:45 - 4:15 pmChildren’s Program Room BPromotes language development and pre-literacy skills with stories, hands-on activities and songs in the Hmong language.

Book Babies March 2, 9, 16 & 23 | 9:15 - 9:45 amChildren’s Program Room A/B Stimulate your baby’s senses and promote early literacy techniques with this fun lapsit storytime.

Wonderful OnesMarch 2, 9, 16 & 23 | 10:00 - 10:45 amChildren’s Program Room A/B An early literacy experience focusing on your child’s cognitive and motor skills development.

Time for TwosMarch 2, 9, 16 & 23 | 11:00 - 11:45 amChildren’s Program Room A/B An early literacy experience with books, songs, finger plays and musical movement.

Ready to Read: Play and LearnMarch 2, 9, 16 & 23 | 1:30 - 2:30 pmChildren’s Program Room A/BHelp your child develop pre-reading skills, social skills and confidence through play-centered learning.

Lego LabMarch 2, 9, 16 & 23 | 6:15 - 7:00 pmChildren’s Program Room A/B Drop-in and create a masterpiece out of Legos.

Musical Movin’ Storytime March 3, 10, 17 & 2410:00 - 10:45 am & 1:30 - 2:15 pm Children’s Program Room A/BSing, move, dance and exploremusical instruments! Registration is required.

Tuesday Night Specials March 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 | 6:15 - 7:00 pm Children’s Program Room A/BDrop-in for various fun family-friendlyactivities. See www.apl.org/calfor a listing of specials.

StoryvineMarch 4, 11, 18 & 259:15 - 9:45 am & 10:00 - 10:30 amChildren’s Program Room A/B Come for stories, music and movement and finger plays.

Full STEAM AheadMarch 5*, 12, 19 & 2610:00 - 10:45 am & 1:30 - 2:15 pm Children’s Program Room A/BExcite the imagination and curiosity through hands-on activities and experiments. Registration is required.*No 10:00 am class March 5.

Sensory StorytimeMarch 5 | 6:30 - 7:00 pmChildren’s Program Room A/BAn interactive program designed to engage kids through movement, music, stories and sensory play.

Stories and Crafts: March EditionMarch 6 | 10:00 - 10:45 amChildren’s Program Room A/B Enjoy stories, music, movementand make a craft!

Pooches and PagesMarch 7 | 10:00 - 11:25 amChildren’s Program Room A/BChildren will read to a therapy dog for 15 minutes. Registration is required.

Puppet PaloozaMarch 13, 20 & 27 | 10:00 - 10:45 amChildren’s Program Room A/BListen to stories, watch a puppet show and participate in a theme activity.

Science and Stories with Neon: Darkness Electrified March 14 | 11:00 - 11:45 amHistory Museum at the CastleJoin the Appleton Public Library at the History Museum at the Castle for free interactive stories and hands on learning stations that will electrify your mind!

Tween SceneMarch 19 | 4:00 - 5:00 pmChildren’s Program Room A/BCreate your own 3D art and glasses!Registration is required.

First Day of Spring: Frozen Sing AlongMarch 21 | 9:30 - 11:15 amChildren’s Program Room A/BCelebrate the first day of spring by watching the movie Frozen and singing along with all of the hit music!8 | Appleton Public Library March/April 2015 | 5

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March | April

Join us for a variety of creativewriting exercises. 2nd & 4th Thursday | 10:00 am

Learn tips on how to retireearly and live comfortably. April 21 | 6:30 pm

Help your child develop pre-reading skills and confidence. Mondays | 1:30 pm

Knit2TogetherApril 20 | 6:00 - 9:00 pmMeeting Room DMulti-generational knitting circle.

Money Smart: How to Retire the Cheapskate WayApril 21 | 6:30 - 7:30 pmMeeting Room A/B/C Jeff Yeager will present his guide on how to retire comfortably on less. Co-sponsored by Money Smart Fox Cities.

Creative Writing at the LibraryApril 23 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for a variety of free writing exercises led by Sharrie Robinson. Today’s topic: use a one-line phrase to create a poem, story or memoir.

Money Smart: How Much Allowance Should I Give My Child?April 23 | 4:00 - 5:00 pmMeeting Room A/B/CLynne Finch, author of The No-Cash Allowance, will help parents teach kids about money, from piggy banks to online banking.

Music at the LibraryApril 26 | 2:00 - 3:00 pmMeeting Room CFeaturing The Old Fashions performing waltzes, polkas and some old-time standards.

Learn which plants get along to makeyour garden the best it can be.April 4 | 10:00 am

Meet Wisconsin AuthorsMarch 2 | 4:00 - 5:00 pmMeeting Room CMeet Jeanne Loehnis, Inward Journey Life Coach, and author of What’s Alive in Me Now? Time for the Journey of your Life! Learn about taking responsibility for your life and discovering unique gifts and talents you possess.

On the Road with Master GardenersMarch 2 | 7:00 - 8:00 pmMeeting Room ATour the Brandywine Valley of Pennsylvania, including sites between Annapolis and Philadelphia.

Non-Fiction Book DiscussionMarch 4 | 6:30 - 7:30 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for a discussion of Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand with retired history lecturer Bob Schmall. Thursday at the MoviesMarch 5 | 4:00 - 6:00 pmMeeting Room C Featuring The Internet’s Own Boy.

Outagamie County Master GardenersMarch 7 | 10:00 - 11:30 amMeeting Room C Pick up a few hints on the do’s and don’ts of keeping your landscape in top shape.

Music at the LibraryMarch 8 | 2:00 - 3:00 pmMeeting Room CFeaturing the New Horizons OrchestraFox Valley performing a blend of light classical, pop and show tunes.

Creative Writing at the LibraryMarch 12 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for a variety of free writing exercises led by Sharrie Robinson. Today’s topic: choose an envelope containing four words and create a piece using those words.

Thursday at the MoviesMarch 12 | 6:00 - 8:00 pmMeeting Room CFeaturing Life Itself.


Find Your AncestorsMarch 14 | 1:00 - 2:30 pmMeeting Room CLearn about methods in researching Dutch and German ancestry fromlocal experts.

Knit2TogetherMarch 16 | 6:00 - 9:00 pmMeeting Room DMulti-generational knitting circle.

Downtown Book ClubMarch 18 | 12:00 - 1:00 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for a discussion of the 2015 Fox Cities Reads book Orphan Train, led by Howard Porter.

Thursday at the MoviesMarch 19 | 4:30 - 6:30 pmMeeting Room CFeaturing Alive Inside, co-sponsored Thompson Community Center and The Fox Valley Memory Project.

Music at the LibraryMarch 22 | 2:00 - 3:00 pmMeeting Room CFeaturing Bill and Doris Olson performing a blend of folk, Irish and gospel music on the hammered dulcimer and guitar.

Social Security Benefits: Myths and FactsMarch 25 | 4:00 - 5:15 pmMeeting Room CLearn about the myths and facts when it comes to Social Security benefits. Presenters include Tim Gierke, DavidAustin and Yer Vue from the Social Security Administration Office.

Creative Writing at the LibraryMarch 26 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for a variety of free writing exercises led by Sharrie Robinson. Today’s topic: use a one-line phrase to create a poem, story or memoir.

Non-Fiction Book DiscussionApril 1 | 6:30 - 7:30 pmMeeting Room DJoin us for a discussion of Charlie Wilson’s War by George Crile with retired history lecturer Bob Schmall.

Thursday at the MoviesApril 2 | 4:00 - 6:00 pmMeeting Room CFeaturing Big Hero 6.

Foster Care in the Fox CitiesApril 2 | 7:00 - 9:00 pmMeeting Room A/B/CAndrea Lemke-Rochon, Foster Care Coordinator for Outagamie and Calumet Counties’ Foster CareProgram, will discuss foster care in our region.

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Sensory StorytimeApril 2 | 6:30 - 7:00 pmChildren’s Program Room A/BAn interactive program designed to engage kids through movement, music, stories and sensory play.

Fiber Rain Story and Craft TimeApril 4 | 10:00 - 11:25 amMeeting Room A/BJoin Children’s Services for a special storytime featuring Extra Yarn by Mac Barnett. Then, meet our fiber artist in residence, Kassie, and experiment with different yarn bombing techniques.

Pooches and PagesApril 4 | 10:00 - 11:25 amChildren’s Program Room A/BChildren will read to a therapy dog for 15 minutes. Registration is required.

Book Babies April 6, 13, 20 & 27 | 9:15 - 9:45 amChildren’s Program Room A/B Stimulate your baby’s senses and promote early literacy techniques with this fun lapsit storytime.

Wonderful OnesApril 6, 13, 20 & 27 | 10:00 - 10:45 amChildren’s Program Room A/B An early literacy experience focusing on your child’s cognitive and motor skills development.

Time for TwosApril 6, 13, 20 & 27 | 11:00 - 11:45 amChildren’s Program Room A/B An early literacy experience with books, songs, finger plays and musical movement.

Ready to Read: Play and LearnApril 6, 13, 20 & 27 | 1:30 - 2:30 pmChildren’s Program Room A/BHelp your child develop pre-reading skills, social skills and confidence through play-centered learning.

Lego LabApril 6, 13, 20 & 27| 6:15 - 7:00 pmChildren’s Program Room A/B Drop-in and create a masterpiece out of Legos.

Musical Movin’ Storytime April 7, 14, 21 & 2810:00 - 10:45 am & 1:30 - 2:15 pm Children’s Program Room A/BSing, move, dance and exploremusical instruments! Registration is required.

Tuesday Night Specials April 7, 14, 21 & 28 | 6:15 - 7:00 pm Children’s Program Room A/BDrop-in for various fun family-friendlyactivities. See www.apl.org/calfor a listing of specials.

StoryvineApril 8, 15, 22 & 299:15 - 9:45 am & 10:00 - 10:30 amChildren’s Program Room A/B Come for stories, music and movement and finger plays.

Full STEAM AheadApril 9, 16, 23 & 3010:00 - 10:45 am & 1:30 - 2:15 pm Children’s Program Room A/BExcite the imagination and curiosity through hands-on activities and experiments. Registration is required.

Stories and Crafts: April EditionApril 10 | 10:00 - 10:45 amChildren’s Program Room A/BEnjoy a storytime and craft activity.

Play and Learn: Spanish EditionApril 12, 19 & 26 | 1:00 - 2:00 pmChildren’s Program Room A/BHelp your child develop pre-reading skills, social skills and confidence through play-centered learning.

Play and Learn: Hmong EditionApril 12, 19 & 26 | 2:30 - 3:30 pmChildren’s Program Room A/BHelp your child develop pre-reading skills, social skills and confidence through play-centered learning.

Hmong Language StorytimeApril 12 | 3:45 - 4:15 pmChildren’s Program Room BPromotes language development and pre-literacy skills with stories, hands-on activities and songs in the Hmong language.


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Learn about the myths and factswhen it comes to Social Security.March 25 | 4:00 pm

Design and build chairs, tables, forts and more with recycled newspapers! Registration is required.

April 16 | 4:00 pm

APRILTween SceneApril 16 | 4:00 - 5:00 pmChildren’s Program Room A/BDesign and build chairs, tables, forts and more with recycled newspapers! Registration is required.

Sing Along Storytime April 17 | 10:00 - 10:45 amChildren’s Program Room A/BEnjoy fun stories and music!

Big Read Money Smart April 18 | 10:00 - 11:00 amMeeting Room A/B/CThis Money Smart event will include a storytime and craft project. Participants will also receive a free book. Registration is required.

Using the Library

Library Cards

ElectronicLibrary

ComputerAccess

PrintingServices

Free library cards are available to all Wisconsin residents. Identification andproof of residence are required for adults when the card application is completed. Minors (17 and under) need a parent or guardian signature on their application. Library cards provide access to our collections, computers, downloadable materials and more at www.apl.org.

Get an application at any servicedesk or download one from ourwebsite at www.apl.org/faq.

We offer access to more than 90 free digital resources. Some of our most popular resources include; ebooks, digital magazines, independent films, language learning, genealogy records,viewpoint articles, practice tests and study aides and more. Some of our digital resources require in-library use.

For a full listing of electronic resources or for more information visit our websiteat www.apl.org/e, call 832-6173 or stop by one of our service desks.

We have over 60 desktop computerswith free access to the Internet.Computers may be used for up totwo hours a day, with your librarycard. Reservations are not required.

In addition, we have a Digital Creation Computer Lab available for public use.

Free WIFI is also available in the library.Any device with WIFI capabilityshould automatically detect the aplpublic signal. No password is required to log on.

Do you have a question about the classes or services we offer? Ask us! We’re available by phoneat (920) 832-6173, by email at [email protected] or in person at any service desk.

Two printers are available for publicuse, located on the first and thesecond floors. Printing/copying is $.15 per one-sided sheet for black and white and $.35 for color.Available paper sizes include letter(8.5x11) and legal (8.5x14).

Wireless printing is also availablefor devices on a Windows or a Mac environment.

Here are some basics to get your started with using your library.


Ask Us!

SPRING 2015HIGHLIGHTS

Meet Linda Sue Park, author of A Single Shard and A Long Walk to Water.

April 14 | 6:30 pm | Teens

Tweens, create your own 3D art and 3D glasses!March 19 | 4:00 pm | Kids

Join our fiber artist in residence Kassie as she introduces participants to Fiber Rain and yarn bombing.March 12 | 6:30 pm | Adults

Learn about methods in researchingboth Dutch and German ancestry.

March 14 | 1:00 pm | Adults

Try different kinds of pizza, pop, chips, and candy as you play games like guess the candy bar.March 31 | 6:30 pm | Teens FOX CITIES BOOK FESTIVAL

Join us for a variety of author visitsand workshops. Visit www.apl.org.April 20-26 | Adults

Join us at the History Museum at the Castle for interactive stories that will electrify your mind! March 14 | 11:00 am | Kids

Browse our full calendar at apl.org/events


Inside...Serving the community for over 110 years, Appleton Public Library currently operates from an 85,000 square foot facility at 225 N. Oneida Street. Established under state law by the City of Appleton, APL is governed by a nine-member citizen Board of Trustees.

APL houses and serves as resource library for the Outagamie Waupaca Library System, a federated system of 16 member libraries.

Administration.........................(920) 832-6170Children’s Desk........................ (920) 832-6187Circulation Desk......................(920) 832-6179Information Desk..................... (920) 832-6177Reference Desk......................(920) 832-6173

Appleton Public Library Phone Numbers

Monday.............................. 9:00 am - 9:00 pmTuesday.............................. 9:00 am - 9:00 pmWednesday....................... 9:00 am - 9:00 pmThursday..................... ........ 9:00 am - 9:00 pmFriday.................................. 9:00 am - 6:00 pmSaturday............................. 9:00 am - 5:00 pmSunday...............................12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Appleton Public Library School Year Hours

[email protected] | [email protected]

Easter......................................................April 5

Appleton Public Library Upcoming Closures




All classes and events are free and open to the public. Events and classes are prepared for a variety of age groups and some events or classes may not be suitable for all ages.

Unless otherwise noted, registration for events or classes is not required. Please contact the library in advance if a program requires registration.

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made upon request and if feasible. If you need an accommodation to attend a class or an event, please contact us at (920) 832-6177.

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Staff PicksAre you looking for your next read?Check out some of our staff pickslisted below. For more picks, visit www.apl.org/staffpicks.

The Boston Girl Anita DiamantAdult Fiction

Andy, Also! Maxwell Eaton IIIChildren’s Fiction

One Summer Bill BrysonAdult Non-Fiction

Looking for Alaska John GreenTeen Fiction

MeetingRooms

We have four meeting rooms in our lower level that are available for use by community groups for presentation of informational, educational, or recreational meetings and programs in keeping with our mission.

There is no charge for meeting rooms and they may be booked at a first come first served basis.

We also have three study rooms available for public use on our second floor. Study rooms may be booked at the Reference Desk and are available at a first come first served basis.

Appleton Public LibraryFriends of Appleton Public Library225 N Oneida StreetAppleton, WI 54911(920) 832-6177www.apl.org Classes and Events

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Fox Cities Book FestivalApril 20-26, 2015

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