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120 Jefferson Street |Ripon WI 54971

920-748-6160

Linda DeCramer                                                Rachel Clift

Youth Services Librarian                                Teen and Adult Services Librarian

decramer@riponlibrary.org                                    clift@riponlibrary.org

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8/26/22

Ripon, WI- Ripon Public Library is excited to announce its September 2022 lineup of special events for all ages! Thanks to funding from the Friends of the library, events and special offerings are always free. Registration is not required unless noted.

September Programs

Kids & Families

Welcome to active learning and fun! Early literacy and STEM concepts come to life through stories, music, movement, and enrichment activities. It’s a happy place for kids and caregivers to learn & play.

Ongoing Programs

Romper Room

Physical activity and human connections are important for healthy, happy human beings, and the Romper Room facilitates both! Focusing on active play the room features a trike & trailer, foot-to-floor vehicles, a balance bike, tunnels, tumbling mats, balance beams, and more. The Romper Room is most engaging for ages 2-6 years, though older kids are welcome. The Romper Room is always open during regular library hours. Drop-ins are welcome, though reserving a specific play time with family and friends assures availability.

Monday Matinees

Every Monday at 2:00 p.m. enjoy a newly released or classic film on the big screen. For movie title and rating call the library or check the website. Please note there will be no Monday Matinee on May 30^th as the Library will be closed for Memorial Day.

Book Bites

Take a morsel-sized look at a great book with Adult & Teen Services Librarian Rachel. New episodes of Book Bites will be posted every two weeks on our Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram!

For more information, call 920-748-6160, visit the library’s website, or follow Ripon Public Library on Facebook and Instagram for the latest library news and information on programs and resources.

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9/23/22

October

Ripon, WI- Ripon Public Library is excited to announce its October lineup of special events for all ages! Thanks to funding from the Friends of the library, events and special offerings are always free. Registration is not required unless noted.

Storytime! | Saturday October 1 @ 10:00 AM |Tuesdays October 11– 25 @ 10:00 AM |Kids & Families

Welcome to active learning and fun, where early literacy and STEM concepts come to life through stories, music, movement, and enrichment activities. It’s a happy place for kids and caregivers to learn and play. All are welcome to Stay and Play in the Romper Room after Storytime. This active space allows kids to release their excess energy while simultaneously supporting social connections for adults and children.

Bead Pumpkin Take and Make | October 3-9 | All Ages Take and Make

Visit the checkout desk to pick up a fun bead pumpkin take and make kit! Available for all ages while supplies last.

Beanie Baby Taxidermy | Friday, October 14 Drop-in 10:00 AM – NOON | All Ages Event

Looking for something fun to do when school’s out? Revisit the Beanie Baby craze of the 1990s! Take a trip down memory lane while creating one-of-a-kind Beanie Baby wall art! Many examples of this hilarious craft are available online.

Halloween Teen Craft Spooktacular | Saturday, October 15 Drop-in 10:00 AM – NOON |Teen

Want to make something cool and spooky? Stop in and make some fun Halloween crafts! Crafts available will be upcycled spooky books, pet pompom spider, and DIY wands. Event for those in 6th -12th grade.

Boardgame Bonanza | Wednesday, October 19 @ 6:00 PM | Adult

Games, Games, Games! There will be a variety of board games available to play. No need to know how to play them ahead of time, staff will be on hand to teach games!

Tom Pease Concert + 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Graduation Celebration! | Saturday, October 22 @ 10:00 AM | Kid & Families

Musician Tom Pease, who can still do the splits while playing his guitar, performs a range of family favorites designed to bring out the sillies and honor the very best in humanity! Kids and families will dance, sing, and laugh along to Pease’s singular style. The event celebrates kids who have read 1000 Books Before Kindergarten with a diploma presented by Ripon Area School District and cupcakes for all!

Pinterest Craft Club: Spooky Upcycled Books | Thursday, October 27 @ 6:00 PM | Adult

Pinterest Craft Club is Halloween themed this month! Upcycle an old book into a fun and spooky Halloween decoration. All supplies needed for the craft will be provided. Registration required. Please call or visit the library to register.

Slightly Spooky (after hours) Special! |Friday, October 28 @ 6:15-7:30 PM | Kids & Families

Youth Services Librarian Linda DeCramer performs a variety of barely scary interactive stories and sing-along-songs the whole family can enjoy! Slightly spooky costumes are encouraged for all ages. A pizza and ice cream party follows. RSVPs are requested by October 26 to ensure enough food for everyone. Please note, the library closes at 6 PM though entry doors will remain open until 6:20 for those attending the event.

Teen Halloween Movie Night | Monday, October 31 @ 6:00 PM | Teen

Celebrate Halloween with a spooky movie based on a popular book series! Snacks and treats will be provided. Costumes welcome! Movie rating PG-13, For movie title call the library or check the website.

Ongoing Programs

Romper Room

Physical activity and human connections are important for healthy, happy human beings, and the Romper Room facilitates both! Focusing on active play the room features a trike & trailer, foot-to-floor vehicles, a balance bike, tunnels, tumbling mats, balance beams, and more. The Romper Room is most engaging for ages 2-6 years, though older kids are welcome. The Romper Room is always open during regular library hours. Drop-ins are welcome, though reserving a specific play time with family and friends assures availability.

Monday Matinees

Every Monday at 2:00 p.m. enjoy a newly released or classic film on the big screen. For movie title and rating call the library or check the website.

For more information, call 920-748-6160, visit the library’s website, or follow Ripon Public Library on Facebook and Instagram for the latest library news and information on programs and resources.

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Linda DeCramer | Youth Services Librarian

Ripon Public Library | 120 Jefferson Street

Ripon WI 54971 | 920-748-6160

decramer@riponlibrary.org

Fairwater, Bonesteel highlighted at upcoming Cemetery Walk

The Fairwater community will celebrate its rich roots next month, thanks to a special event designed to highlight local history and remember those who came before.

During the afternoon of Saturday, October 1, a Cemetery Walk hosted by the Fairwater Historical Society will showcase the lives of several residents from Fairwater’s earlier days.

Tour participants can meet at 1 p.m. at the Fairwater Historical Society, located at 106 Main Street. From there, the group will board a bus that will stop first at the Fairwater Cemetery on Main Street. Interpreters will share highlights from the lives of past Fairwater citizens.

Then the tour will head on County Road A to stop at the Bonesteel Cemetery, a family cemetery from the 1800s which is located on private property. Society Vice President Dave Berndt will share information on how he refurbished the historic private cemetery.

No admission fee will be charged, but donations to the Fairwater Historical Society are appreciated. Donations can be given at the event, or mailed to Fairwater Historical Society, P.O. Box 154, Fairwater, WI 53931.