[Riponlibraryevents] News from the Ripon Public Library-March

[riponlibraryevents at mailman.winnefox.org]

NEWS FROM THE RIPON PUBLIC LIBRARY
March 2007

Magazine Update

Be sure to check out our great selection of new magazines!  
Featured new magazine of March: "Woman's Day".

"Woman's Day" provides practical information to middle-class wives and mothers who may or may not be working outside the home.  Regular features include the editor's column, and numerous tips on housekeeping, parenting, and family relationships.  Many of the regular departments offer advice on a number of topics of concern to the thrifty woman; health nutrition and meal planning, home care, money management, crafts, travel, gardening, and decorating.  The magazine's strengths are product and consumer information, inexpensive and practical fashions, and recipes.

Book Delivery Service for the Homebound

The Ripon Public Library is offering book delivery service for the homebound in the community.  Books can be delivered on a once monthly schedule to patrons living within the city limits.  The Library has a great selection of fiction, nonfiction, audiovisual, and largeprint materials.  To sign up yourself or someone you know, please stop by the Library Circulation Desk or call the Library at 920-748-6160.


Spotlight on Library Services-Wireless Internet Access

The Ripon Public Library offers free wireless Internet access. Handouts are available at the circulation desk with basic information about the service, and information on configuring your Windows-based laptop to use our wireless service. This document provides additional information about the service. 
Wireless access is available to both library patrons and visitors. A library or temporary use card is not currently required. There are no age requirements or restrictions; however, parents or guardians of children under 18 years of age should take responsibility in supervising their children's proper and safe use of the Internet. 
How do I use this service?
In order to access the wireless Internet connection, you will need a notebook / laptop computer with either built-in wireless technology or a wireless network card. Other wireless devices (such as wireless-capable PDAs) might also work. The Library does not provide laptop computers for public use. Most newer computers will automatically detect and connect to an available wireless network. Although the handout includes basic information on configuring your computer's settings, you should consult your equipment's documentation for information on changing your equipment's network settings to connect to our network. 
Where is this service available?
The wireless Internet connection is available anywhere within the library building, including the lower level meeting rooms. 
Why / how is this service provided?
In keeping with the goals of the Ripon Public Library, offering wireless Internet access helps to provide the public with open access to informational, educational, and recreational materials and information sources. Potentially, it may also reduce the congestion which sometimes occurs with our public Internet stations. 
The wireless Internet access is provided through the Library's existing high-speed T1 line and multiple wireless routers. 
What are some advantages?
You won't spend any time waiting for an available Internet station - our wireless connection is always on, always available. 
There are no limits on time or use with the wireless network (although we do request that users refrain from activities which may monopolize available bandwidth and interfere with other users). 
Users may access the Internet from almost any location in the library - even a comfortable chair by the fireplace. 
Are there any limitations?
Users are subject to existing Library policies concerning computer / Internet use and public behavior where applicable. 
Printing is not possible through the wireless network - however, you may save your files to a floppy disk or recordable CD-ROM, or email them to a web-based email account, and then print them from one of our public Internet workstations. The Internet workstations allow you to open Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher) files, and most image files, from floppy disk or CD-ROM. 
Wireless access speed may be limited by the number of users simultaneously connected, your physical location in the building, and other factors over which the Library has no control. 

Speak Up For Your Library

Sign up to receive a monthly email update on library issues and occasional alerts about legislation affecting libraries. You'll be provided with information and perspective about those issues and will be urged to call, write or email lawmakers on significant issues of interest. 

Your comments to elected officials can make a difference. Legislators have commented that most issues draw few comments and that as few as a half-dozen calls, letters, or emails from constituents can influence their decision-making. 

By signing up, you'll provide us the opportunity to quickly notify you about issues that develop so you can take action if you choose. This effective form of communication also helps hold down expenses. 

So make your voice heard. Sign up to participate today!  You can sign up online at http://www.winnefox.org/email.asp.

* * * * * * * * * *
UPCOMING EVENTS 

"Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest" movie showing
Tuesday, March 6, 6:00 p.m.

Come join us for a great movie, a chance to win prizes, and some refreshments!

"Joseph, King of Dreams" movie showing
Monday, March 12, 2007, 3:45 p.m.

The Ripon Middle School is presenting their spring musical, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.  Before you see that great show, come check out an animated version of the tale!  

John Hendrickson: "More than One Helping: The Benefits of Local Food"
Tuesday, March 20, 2007 at 6:30 p.m. 

John Hendrickson is an Outreach Specialist in Regional Food Systems with the Center for Integrated Agricultural Systems at UW-Madison. He is also the coordinator of the Wisconsin School for Beginning Market Growers. The Center for Integrated Agricultural Systems (CIAS) is a research center at the University of Wisconsin's College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. They were created in 1989 to build UW sustainable agriculture research programs that respond to farmer and citizen needs and involve them in setting research agendas. 

Computer Assistance Course
Wednesday, March 21, 2007 6:00 p.m.

The third course will cover Microsoft basics.  Registration is required and will begin in early March.  Please contact the Circulation Desk for more details.

Korean War Stories Shared at Library

Area Korean War Veterans have been busy going through their attics, closets and basements in search of memories and mementos. Many have loaned pictures, artifacts, uniforms and assorted mementos to the Ripon Public Library for display during the months of March and April. 

To honor these donors, their families and anyone who has a Korean Conflict experience or story to share, Ripon Public Library will host an informal gathering, open to the public, on Sunday, April 8 from 1:30-3 p.m. Come, gather with and learn from those who were there.

Light refreshments will be served.

Y.A.P.
Yarn Addicts @ Play, comprised of anyone who has a yearning to yarn, continues to meet at the Ripon Public Library on Thursday evenings from 6:30-7:45 p.m.
Anyone and everyone is invited to join in. There is no registration; no fee; no stress and no commitment. No experience is necessary. There IS, camaraderie; instruction; laughter and freely flowing creative juices. 
For more information contact Linda Decramer (748-6160).
* * * * * * * * * *
UPCOMING EVENTS FOR CHILDREN

Dr. Seuss' Cat in the Hat's 50th Birthday Bash!
March 5th RPL & REA celebrate Read Across America and the Cat's birthday. 6-7 p.m. at the Ripon Public Library. Children and their adults will enjoy a myriad of exciting Seuss related entertainments and activities including interactive theatre, a cake-walk, games, Seussical foods and, of course, Katroo Happy Birthday To You Cake. 
_________________
Storytime schedule: March 27 - May 16
Lapsit, will take place on Tuesdays at 9:45 a.m. March 27 through May 15. This session is designed for 18-30 month old toddlers and will last about 20 minutes. Focus will be on music, movement, books, language and pre-literacy skills. Ideally, caregivers attend with one child, that child sitting in their lap, encouraging that they jointly participate in the program. 

Toddler Time will take place on Wednesdays at 9:45 a.m. beginning March 28 and ending May 16. This session is designed for 2 ½ - 4 year olds and will last from 30-45 minutes. Focus will be on music, movement, books, language, crafts and developing pre-literacy skills.

Storytime is a lively and fun way for caregivers to interact with their children while learning a love of language and books. Registration is required and begins Monday, March 19. 
______________________________________
First Graders, First Cards
In honor of National Library Week, all first graders in Ripon are invited to the library in April  for a special program and issuance of their first library card!! 
________________________
School's Out Movie Day April 2nd
A homeless kid, fast runners, dirty land developers, corrupt police and the cutest little owls on the face of the Earth are all stars in this fantastic movie to be shown at 2:00. Refreshments served and prizes awarded. HINT- read the book by Carl Hiaasen first to increase your chances of winning.

* * * * * * * * * *
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY INFORMATION

Friends of the Library Used Book Sale


This month's sale will be held March 1.  If you are interested in donating items for the book sale, please bring the items in during the Library's open hours. Items accepted include books of all kinds, magazines, musical recordings, videos and computer software. You may leave the items in the entryway near the elevator.

Book Discussion Group
The Friends of the Ripon Public Library book discussion group meets once a month in the library's Nash Room. Books are selected by members of the group, and the library borrows copies from other libraries for everyone who is interested. Books are usually by American or English authors, but may include some by authors writing in a foreign language.  
The Friends of the Library sponsor activities in support of The Ripon Public Library. Looking for a great gift?  How about a Friends of the Library gift membership?  New members are always welcome!! Please contact the library for more information. 

**************

LIBRARY HOURS
Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday 1-4 p.m.

INFORMATION
For more information about these events or for other questions about the library's programs, services or collections, please call the Ripon Public Library at 920-748-6160.   Or, visit us on the web at www.riponlibrary.org. 

If you wish to unsubscribe to this mailing list, please visit http://mailman.winnefox.org/mailman/listinfo/riponlibraryevents.
 * * * * * * * * * *