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The Elm Grove Library also maintains its own web page at www.elmgrovelibrary.org  

Mr. Robert Trunley joins the Elm Grove Library as the new director.  Stop in and introduce yourself today!

The Elm Grove Public Library located in the Village Park provides a wide variety of materials, programs and services for the whole family. The large picture windows afford lovely views of the park including strategically placed bird feeders to enhance the naturalistic tranquil setting. Reading areas and tables are available for patron’s use in this peaceful facility. Adult and children’s reading programs, Children’s Story time (Spring and Fall), free Internet use and Book Discussion Groups (sponsored by the Friends of the Elm Grove Library), are just a few of the programs we encourage residents to participate in. A wide range of services and a well maintained and updated supply of books, newspapers, magazines, video and audiocassettes, along with the state of the art computer programs for reference and public use, are available. 

Library Hours 

  • Monday - Thursday:  10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. 
  • Friday - Saturday:  10a.m.-5 p.m. 
  • Sunday:  closed

Phone 1-262-782-6717; Fax 1-262-780-4827

 

The Elm Grove Public Library is pleased to offer you these services:

  • Shared automation system between 14 of 16 Waukesha County libraries - ability to deliver more than 1.3 million items overnight.

  • Ability to place holds, renew materials, and check due dates from home or office computer.

  • Audio/Visual library - more than 700 DVDs, over 1,000 music CDs, and additional books on tape/CD.

  • Young Adult Area - large collection of fiction and non-fiction writing especially for middle and high school students, and research databases.

  • Wireless network and ability to check out a laptop computer.

  • Audio book service - download your favorite book from home or the library to a CD or MP3 player.

  • Free internet access from 6 high speed terminals.

Make the Elm Grove Library your destination for the latest bestsellers and blockbusters, research, fun, and relaxation.

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SPECIAL EVENTS AND PROGRAMS

Get a Clue @ Your Library

The Summer Reading Program begins June 11, 2007!  Sheets must be turned in by August 10.

If you need some extra motivation to spend time reading this summer or would like to earn rewards for the reading you do, then sign up for the summer reading program.  

Who can participate?  Children who are being read to and kids who read for themselves, from toddler through 12 years.  Older siblings can read to younger siblings and both receive points!

What can you read?  Any books or magazines that are checked out from the Elm Grove Public Library.

How much do you have to read?  As much as you want!  Fill out one reading sheet, or continue all summer for a maximum of 10 sheets.  Each sheet requires a minimum of 45 minutes of reading plus other activities.

How do you get reward?  Small rewards will be given for each sheet completed, plus each sheet turned in is entered into a grand prize drawing at the end of the summer.  The more you read, the better your chances of being a grand prize winner!

 

Friday Morning Coffee Break     

June 15 - August 17, 2007
10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Stories, rhymes and projects for ages 2 1/2 to 5 years old.  Refreshments for children and adults.

Toddler Playgroup

June 14 - August 16 (no group July 5)
10:00 a.m.

Children up to age 2 1/2 can enjoy some special toys in the playroom and interact with other toddlers and their caregivers.  Must be accompanied by an adult.

Tuesday Movie Matinees

June 19 - August 7 (no program July 3)
1:00 - 3:00 p.m., O'Neil Room

Movies that are mysterious or just make you wonder!  List of movies will be available in advance, or call the library for details.  We'll provide the popcorn!

It's a Mystery

Thursday, August 2
1:00 p.m.

Put together your own team of detectives and solve a mystery at the library.  Teams should be 2-3 people, ages 7 and up.  Registration begins June 11 and complete guidelines will be available at that time.

 

Special Performances for All Ages

Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. in the O'Neil Room

June 14    Ken Lonnquist, "Song Sleuth"

June 21    Mary Tooley's Are in a Suitcase, "The Case of the Seven Mystery Animals!"

June 28    Karl Debelak, Adventures in Science, "Bubble-ology"

July 5       No program

July 12    Puppet Arte Troupe, "Poems, stories and songs"

July 19    David Stokes, Nature Education, "Who Am I?"

July 26    Rick Allen, "Mysteries of Magic"

 

Attention Teens!

There are special activities for teens, ages 13-18, at the library this summer.  You can earn volunteer credit for your school or club by helping out with the summer library program.  Help us set up and clean up for programs and supervise participants.  Or, join the Adopt-A-Shelf program and schedule volunteer time when it works best for you.  Get motivated to read by signing up for the YNK teen reading program.  For every 3 hours you read, you can enter to win one of the grand prizes.  The more you read, the better your chances of winning!

You Never Know @ your Library - Program runs June 11 - August 10.  
Contact library for more information or to fill out a volunteer application.

 

For more information, contact Sue Daniels, Youth Librarian, Elm Grove Public Library, 262-782-6717.
www.elmgrovelibrary.org

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Last modified:  06/08/2007

 

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