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Learn about our changing weather online

Ever wonder how global warming affects our area? Dramatic reports from the Arctic and Sahara don’t seem to translate to life in the upper Midwest. The scientists at UW-Madison have studied it thoroughly, and they’re excited to share what they know.

Action and Adventure in Ancient Egypt

Desert God by Wilbur Smith is the latest book that he has written about ancient Egypt. If you like action, battle scenes, and intrigue, if you like books such as the “Game of Thrones” series, or if you like books by Bernard Cornwell, you should give Desert God a try. The story is narrated by Taita, a eunuch, former slave and now an advisor and confidante to Pharaoh. Taita has a mystical side that is explained midway through the book.

'Landscapes of Wisconsin' exhibit Dec 3-Jan 7

Local artist Nina Schmidt honors her home state in Landscapes of Wisconsin, an exhibit of artwork in the Fond du Lac Public Library Langdon Divers Gallery December 3 to January 7.

Mini-golf event hole designer meeting Dec 7

The Friends of the Fond du Lac Public Library are planning a fun and family friendly event on March 15, 2015: The Browser Open.

2014 staff favorites

As the year draws to a close, FDL Library staff reflects on 2014's most memorable books. Click on any book title to place a hold.

Where Does the Money Go? on Feb 17

If credit card bills are giving you holiday-spending remorse, maybe it's time to get a handle on spending. At 6 p.m. Tuesday, February 17, Family Living Educator Michelle Tidemann will present “Where Does the Money Go?” at the Fond du Lac Public Library. The program is free; no registration required.

Make Dixie Cup Lights Dec 6

Crafters will use Dixie Cups, upcycled book pages and stamps and inks to add some retro warmth to a string of holiday lights in the December 6 Crafternoon program at the Fond du Lac Public Library. Crafters must bring their own strand of twinkle lights (50 lights maximum) to make a festive garland in the program that runs 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. for adults and teens in middle school and older.

Another 3-D Open Print Dec 13

The public is invited to see 3-D printers in action, find 3-D projects on the web and queue them up for printing at the Fond du Lac Public Library’s second 3-D Open Print event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, December 13.

Listen to holiday story on radio

Once upon a time there was a magical story about what happened when Santa crash-landed during a terrible storm. Who did Santa meet? Why was he in danger? How can he, his angels and invisible reindeer save Christmas?

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