Getting Hygge with It

Hygge at OPL

January

World War I Oshkosh CentennialWorld War I on Film
Saturdays in January from 1-3 p.m.
Lower level meeting room.

  • Jan. 6: Paths of Glory (1957)
    A lawyer-officer defends three French soldiers unjustly accused of cowardice. Based on actual events.
  • Jan. 13: Gallipoli (1981)
    Two idealistic friends join the Australian Army, eventually fighting in this tragic WWI battle.
  • Jan. 20: Flyboys (2006)
    The story of America's first fighter pilots, who joined France's Lafayette Escadrille before the U.S. became involved in WWI.
  • Jan. 27: All Quiet on the Western Front (1930)
    Battle-hungry young German soldiers become disillusioned with combat, which has turned into a hellish fight for survival.

Making tracks with snowshoes
Tuesday, Jan. 9; 6-7 p.m.

Lower level meeting room 
An expert from Hergert Sports will show us just how much fun snowshoeing can be! Learn the technique and how to get the right fit for tromping on top of the snow.

What’s Cooking Cookbook Club
Wed., Jan. 10; 6 p.m.

Under the Dome.
We’re talking casseroles and other comfort food this month. Check out a library cookbook, make a dish to sample and bring copies of your recipe to share.

Get Hygge with It
Sunday, Jan. 14; 1-5 p.m.

First Floor Reading Room.
The library can help you enjoy life's simple pleasures. Hot chocolate, comfy space, soothing music and a good book. Relaxing activities to help you feel cozy and content. Experience a taste of the Hygge life!

Scents of the Season
Wed., Jan. 17; 6-7 p.m.

Under the Dome.
Did you know there are many natural ways to fight the winter blues? Erika from Green Heart Natural Health will discuss tricks and tips for using herbs to brighten up your winter.

DIY for Adults: Ceramic mugs
Tues., Jan. 23; 6 p.m.

Lower level meeting room.
Decorate a ceramic mug with a Sharpie and take home tasty meal-in-a-mug recipes.

February

Get comfortable with Tax Season
Tues., Feb. 6; 6-7 p.m.

Lower level meeting room.
Do you react like a fainting goat every time you think about tax season? Jeremy Burri helps to ease your anxiety with this discussion of all things tax. (An informed goat never faints.)

Luging for Loungers
Thurs., Feb. 15; 5-7:30 p.m.

Lower level meeting room.
The Olympics brings out the couch-lete in all of us. Think you can best the slopes or crush curling? Come to the library and go for the gold with Wii Sports.

Getting Hygge with It
Sat., Feb. 10; 1-5 p.m.

First floor Reading Room.
The library can help you enjoy life's simple pleasures. Hot chocolate, comfy space, soothing music and a good book. Relaxing activities to help you feel cozy and content. Experience a taste of the Hygge life!

What’s Cooking Cookbook Club
Wed., Feb. 14; 6 p.m.

Under the Dome.
Chocolate takes center stage for this Valentine’s Day gathering. Check out a library cookbook, make something chocolatey to sample and bring copies of your recipe to share.

Getting Hygge with It
Sat., Feb. 24; 1-5 p.m.

First floor Reading Room.
The library can help you enjoy life's simple pleasures. Hot chocolate, comfy space, soothing music and a good book. Relaxing activities to help you feel cozy and content. Experience a taste of the hygge life!

Sayonara PyeongChang
Sun., Feb. 25

1-4:30 p.m.
Lower level meeting room and Under the Dome.
This closing ceremony celebration for teens and adults gives you one more day of friendly competition before we say sayonara to PyeongChang and the Winter 2018 Olympics for good. Check back for a full list of fun.

DIY for Adults: Spa products
Tues., Feb. 27; 6 p.m.

Adult Winter Reading ProgramLower level meeting room.
We’re making bath salts and other spa specialties to help you pamper yourself or someone special.

Adult Winter Reading Program
Go for the Gold!

Jan. 15 - Feb. 25
Read three books, audio books or ebooks, write a brief review and get a free book. Pick up entry forms at the 2nd floor Reference Desk or submit your reviews online.

For more information call 236-5205.

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