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Closed for in-service training Jan 18

The downtown Main Library, FDLPL Express, near Festival Foods, and Chapter 52 Bookstore all will be closed Monday, January 18, for staff in-service training. Hours will resume as normal on Tuesday, January 19.

Winter hours are:

Downtown Main Library: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m.

Sign up for Team Trivia March 1 & 3

Grab a friend who’s into sports. Another history buff. And maybe a science nerd. Voila: you have the perfect Team Trivia roster. Or not. You’d probably do just as well by corralling a few friends for the 16th annual Team Trivia. The quizmasters are notorious for their off-the-wall questions, stumping college professors and algebra drop-outs alike.

United for Diversity annual meeting Feb 8

The annual meeting of United for Diversity will be held Monday, February 8, at the Fond du Lac Public Library. A potluck will start at 5 p.m. (bring a favorite ethnic dish to share), and the meeting will start at 5:30 p.m. The event is free and open to all; no registration required.

2 authors at bookstore Feb 6

Two area authors of memoirs will be selling and signing copies of their books from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, February 6, at Chapter 52 Bookstore.

'Big History of Futures Past' begins Feb 3

What did ancient people know about space travel? About technology? About superhighways? Some say cave drawings and other artifacts left behind tell a story of deep understanding, and perhaps direct contact.

Resolve to learn something new in the New Year

Although I usually read fiction, I enjoy a nonfiction book now and then. One book that I found enjoyable and educational was Wisconsin Agriculture: a History by Jerry Apps. This illustrated book is very readable yet informative and covers geology, history, and current issues in Wisconsin agriculture.

Start your New Year the Mark Twain way

Some of the greatest examples of American literature are the writings of Mark Twain. Drawing from his books, speeches, letters, interviews, and various other sources, author Mark Dawidziak has compiled thought provoking examples of Twain's trademark wit and wisdom in his new book (with the extremely long title) Mark Twain's Guide to Diet, Exercise, Beauty, Fashion, Investment, Romance, Health and Happiness.

Carrying Albert Home

Homer Hickam, the author of Rocket Boys which was made into the movie October Sky, tells the story of his parents’ early marriage with humorous and fanciful embellishments in the novel Carrying Albert Home. Albert is an alligator. Hickam’s mother Elsie visited her uncle in Florida after graduating from high school, and she met Buddy Ebsen (who later became a famous actor) when his family had a dance studio in Orlando.

'Pieces, Paint and Passions' in gallery in Jan

Pieces, Paint and Passions, an exhibit in mixed media by Fond du Lac artist Bonnie Ann Gleason-Federman, will be on display at the Fond du Lac Public Library’s Langdon Divers Gallery from January 6 through February 3.

The public is invited to a reception 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, January 14, at the gallery. Refreshments will be served.

Book a Librarian can help with new tech

Want to stay connected with friends and family on Facebook? Want to learn about Instagram? Have a new Kindle or smartphone and need help? Want to learn how to download free e-books and audiobooks?

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