Process & Print: Creative Writing Workshop
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Spring Creative Writing Workshop: Process & Print
Adults
Virtual Tour of San Jose, Costa Rica
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Virtual Zoom
This virtual event is a mix of a historical tour with a nature tour. It starts at the famous Central Market, where you will visit medicinal plant stalls, among others. After that, you will cross through the downtown area, where you will hear about the history, culture, traditions and architecture of these places. The second half of the tour is a walk through San Jose's beautiful urban parks where you will see and learn about the different types of trees and vegetation and their possible uses.
Talking Trees and Rock Art History Walk
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Powers Bluff / Skunk Hill
Learn about the unique historical significance of this ancient site as you take a walk through the history and the ethnobotany of Skunk Hill with local experts. We'll enjoy treats, see a short film and artifacts while you experience Skunk Hill in the Spring. Sign Up for the morning or afternoon time slot by emailing Miss Alicia @ teen [at] mcmillanlibrary.org
A Bollywood Bash
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McMillan Memorial Library
Join us for a Bollywood Dance Party, as we all learn the origin of some Indian dance styles together. There will be authentic and delicious Indian food to taste and professional dance instruction.
Lazy Sushi with Miss Alicia
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All Purpose Room
Learn how to make real sushi the lazy way, with Miss Alicia. A basic kit with instructions and basic materials will be available to all ages just email Miss Alicia @teen [at] mcmillanlibrary.org (subject: Lazy%20SushiSIgn%20up) ( teen) and watch the short video that will drop on the evening of May 23rd.
For safety's sake, You will need to provide your own fresh protein.
Garden Prep with Teens
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Wisconsin Rapids Community Garden
Come and prep the McMillan Library's part of the Community Garden with Miss Alicia as we get ready to grow food for the local food pantry. awoodland [at] mcmillanlibrary.org (subject: I%20want%20to%20help%20in%20the%20garden%21) (Email Miss Alicia) to sign up. This will count as volunteer hours.
McMillan Book Club
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McCourt Room
Join our group as we discuss Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil by John Berendt.
McMillan Book Club
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McCourt Room
Join us for a friendly get together as we discuss Riot Baby by Tochi Onyebuchi.
Winner of the 2021 World Fantasy Award
Winner of an 2021 ALA Alex Award
Winner of the 2020 New England Book Award for Fiction
Winner of the 2021 Ignyte Award
Winner of the 2021 AABMC Literary Award
A 2021 Finalist for the NAACP Image Award for Best Outstanding Work of Literary Fiction
A 2021 Hugo Award Finalist
A 2021 Nebula Award Finalist
A 2021 Locus Award Finalist
A Goodreads Choice Awards Finalist
Pieces of Time - a musical trunk show
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Fine Arts Center
Join us as AnneMarie Rowland presents a musical trunk show featuring a show-and-tell display of approximately 50 collected vintage, antique, and family heritage quilts. Rowland has been writing and singing songs about quilts, the people who make them, and the ones who love them since 2013. Music and quilts. Both have the ability to invoke memories, soothe the spirit, warm the soul, and create community. The program is co-sponsored by the Material Girls of Wisconsin Rapids.
Pokemon League
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Join your fellow Pokemon trainers, every Monday night, to battle, discuss, and show off your favorite Pokemon. Play cards or just hang out with other fans.
Did you know the library has books and movies about Pokemon? Take a look at some of our terrific titles in the library catalog!