Cozy Mysteries featured in February!

Ripon WI – Ripon Public Library celebrates National Mystery Month with “Cozies and Cookies!”

Cozy mysteries – lighthearted with little to no violence – are featured throughout the month of February with special events, prizes, cookies, and a display. The month-long celebration is financially sponsored by Ripon Noon Kiwanis, in honor of their 100th year of service to the community!

Throughout February, drop in to browse a delightful book display of the cozy mystery genre near the fireplace. Displayed books are available for check out or may enjoyed at the library.

SAT FEB 3 | 10 AM—NOON | KICKOFF CELEBRATION! | TEENS & ADULTS

Join us on Saturday, February 3, 10 AM- 12 PM for the kickoff celebration! Browse this diverse genre while enjoying cookies, warm beverages, and guest speakers. Enter to win book prizes and claim a free mug while supplies last!

At 10:30 AM, guest speakers, aka local mystery buffs, offer excerpts, light literary analysis, favorite quips from their own favorites, and welcome discussion from attendees. Here’s a sneak peek at speakers and their focus.

· Doug Northrop delves into Paige Shelton’s delightful Scottish Bookshop mystery series and the Edgar Award winning series, by David Handler, featuring the witty and dapper celebrity ghostwriter, Stewart Hoag.

· Robin Woods discusses the famously exciting Sherlock Holmes mystery by Sir Conan Doyle, Hound of the Baskervilles, and brings in a bit of Agatha Christie’s renowned body of work, too.

· Jeanne Williams delights with the highly entertaining and historically representative Jane Austen Mysteries series by Stephanie Barron.

MONS FEB 5, 12, 19, 26 | 4-8 PM

Monday evenings throughout February, enjoy cookies and warm beverages while exploring the “Cozies” display. Enter to win book prizes and a free mug while supplies last!

Visit the library’s website or follow Ripon Public Library on Facebook and Instagram for detailed information and the latest library news on programs and resources, or call a friendly librarian,

920-748-6160.

FEBRUAY SCHEDULE

Ripon, WI- Ripon Public Library is excited to announce its February lineup of events and offerings for all ages! Thanks to the Friends of the Library and other generous donors, programming is always free.

SUN FEB 11 | 1-4 PM | D&D GAME TIME | AGES 11+

Always wanted to delve into the iconic D&D role-playing game but found it daunting? Local Dungeon Masters guide players through one-shot adventures. Featuring Starfinder a space-based role-playing game of action and adventure. Introducing The Creature Comes for Us card game! Play as a group of people preparing to fight against a currently unknown threat. Beginners welcome. No registration necessary.

MON FEB 12 | 2 PM | MONDAY MOVIE MATINEE

Enjoy a newly released movie on the big screen with complimentary popcorn! Visit the library website for title and rating information.

MON FEB 12 | 6:00-7:30 PM | ALL NATURAL SERIES | BOTANICA NATURALS: The Benefits of Natural Skincare

New All Natural Series: featuring local business owner, Denise Lynn! Denise will give a presentation on using natural products followed by a brief demonstration and question and answer session. All are welcome!

THU FEB 15 | 6-7:30 PM | CRAFT CLUB: DIY BATH SALTS & SHOWER STEAMERS | AGES 10+

Drop in and make your own scented bath salts or shower steamers. For ages 10+ up, Youth need adult supervision. No registration required.

SAT FEB 17 | 10 AM—NOON | TEEN PROGRAM | PEG BOARD LITE BRITE |

Teens are invited to help paint golf tees and a peg board to create a pseudo–Lite Brite station in the teen space.

WED FEB 21 | 6-8 PM | ADULT GAME NIGHT | AGES 16+

Join us on the 3rd Wednesday of every month for an evening of modern board games. We teach, you play! Check our website/Facebook for featured game(s). Recurring event, 3rd Wednesday of each month.

MON FEB 26 | 2 PM | CLASSIC MOVIE MONDAY

Join us to relive the glory days of the black and white movies! Popcorn included! Visit the library website for title and rating information.

MON FEB 26 | 6:30-7:30 PM | ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION: The Invisible Husband of Frick Island by Colleen Oakley

Enjoy a lively and friendly discussion with other readers.

DROP-IN BOREDOM BUSTERS

· Come play in the 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 trikes, foot-to-floor vehicles, a balance bike, tunnels, tumbling mats, balance beams, and more. The Romper Room, which is open during regular library hours, is most engaging for ages 2-6 years, though younger/older kids are welcome.

· Enjoy the always-available board games, toy library, and activity sheets located in the youth department.

· Visit the community table where there is always a puzzle in progress! Stay for a bit and place a few pieces or settle in for a longer session.

Visit the library’s website or follow Ripon Public Library on Facebook and Instagram for detailed information and the latest library news on programs and resources, or call a friendly librarian, 920-748-6160.

Memorial Donation Supports Literacy

The friends and family of Michele Schrader, who passed away unexpectedly on June 13, 2023, recently donated funds toward a collection of 27 VOX Books to serve and support aspiring readers. Vox Books are hardcover books with a digital audio player inside the front cover. This pairing of print with audio in a single unit provides many benefits for young learners as they progress toward becoming independent readers and lifelong learners.

Michele was a lover of learning and an advocate for literature as a catalyst toward living and experiencing the world with a creative spirit. Libraries and books, always near and dear to her, led her to become an active member of the Friends of the Ripon Public Library. For several years, she served as coordinator of the Friends’ famous book sales, which fund library programming. She was also a happy and supportive participant in library events and delighted in bringing her daughters to Storytime.

Throughout her life Michele’s zest extended into many arenas and along the way lifelong friendships were made. Most notable was her circle of friends which grew through volunteering with the local Welcome Wagon more than 35 years ago! Such friends and Michele’s family hope her legacy will inspire others to volunteer time and resources to their community’s free public library!

For more information contact Youth Services Librarian, Linda DeCramer, 920-748-6160.

FEBRUAY SCHEDULE

Ripon, WI- Ripon Public Library is excited to announce its February lineup of events and offerings for all ages! Thanks to the Friends of the Library and other generous donors, programming is always free.

SUN FEB 11 | 1-4 PM | D&D GAME TIME | AGES 11+

Always wanted to delve into the iconic D&D role-playing game but found it daunting? Local Dungeon Masters guide players through one-shot adventures. Featuring Starfinder a space-based role-playing game of action and adventure. Introducing The Creature Comes for Us card game! Play as a group of people preparing to fight against a currently unknown threat. Beginners welcome. No registration necessary.

MON FEB 12 | 2 PM | MONDAY MOVIE MATINEE

Enjoy a newly released movie on the big screen with complimentary popcorn! Visit the library website for title and rating information.

MON FEB 12 | 6:00-7:30 PM | ALL NATURAL SERIES | BOTANICA NATURALS: The Benefits of Natural Skincare

New All Natural Series: featuring local business owner, Denise Lynn! Denise will give a presentation on using natural products followed by a brief demonstration and question and answer session. All are welcome!

THU FEB 15 | 6-7:30 PM | CRAFT CLUB: DIY BATH SALTS & SHOWER STEAMERS | AGES 10+

Drop in and make your own scented bath salts or shower steamers. For ages 10+ up, Youth need adult supervision. No registration required.

SAT FEB 17 | 10 AM—NOON | TEEN PROGRAM | PEG BOARD LITE BRITE |

Teens are invited to help paint golf tees and a peg board to create a pseudo–Lite Brite station in the teen space.

WED FEB 21 | 6-8 PM | ADULT GAME NIGHT | AGES 16+

Join us on the 3rd Wednesday of every month for an evening of modern board games. We teach, you play! Check our website/Facebook for featured game(s). Recurring event, 3rd Wednesday of each month.

MON FEB 26 | 2 PM | CLASSIC MOVIE MONDAY

Join us to relive the glory days of the black and white movies! Popcorn included! Visit the library website for title and rating information.

MON FEB 26 | 6:30-7:30 PM | ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION: The Invisible Husband of Frick Island by Colleen Oakley

Enjoy a lively and friendly discussion with other readers.

DROP-IN BOREDOM BUSTERS

· Come play in the 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 trikes, foot-to-floor vehicles, a balance bike, tunnels, tumbling mats, balance beams, and more. The Romper Room, which is open during regular library hours, is most engaging for ages 2-6 years, though younger/older kids are welcome.

· Enjoy the always-available board games, toy library, and activity sheets located in the youth department.

· Visit the community table where there is always a puzzle in progress! Stay for a bit and place a few pieces or settle in for a longer session.

Visit the library’s website or follow Ripon Public Library on Facebook and Instagram for detailed information and the latest library news on programs and resources, or call a friendly librarian, 920-748-6160.