2018 Fall Events for Adults
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Recurring Programs
Adult DIY
4th Tuesdays; 6 p.m.
Lower level meeting room
Make a DIY project alongside others who enjoy getting crafty at the library. Class size is limited; call 236-5205 to register
Sept. 25 Soilscapes with Shelly from House of Flowers
Nov. 27 Framed Flower Décor Made From Pine Cones
Monday Movie Matinee
3rd Mondays; 12:30 p.m.
Lower level meeting room
Sept. 17 Tomb Raider
Oct. 15 I Can Only Imagine
Nov. 19 Black Panther
Dec. 17 White Christmas
What’s Cooking Cookbook Club
2nd Wednesdays; 6 p.m.
Under the Dome
Check out a cookbook or cooking magazine from the library and make a recipe based on the month’s theme. Bring your dish for others to sample and make a copy of the recipe to share.
Sept. 12 Crockpot recipes
Oct. 10 Pasta
Nov. 14 Cupcakes
Online Anytime Book Club
1st Tuesdays; 7 p.m.
Oshkosh Public Library Facebook Page
Think you don't have time to join a book club? Don't like being told what you're going to read each month? Join us for this live book chat on a general theme and tell us about the books you've read that others won't want to miss!
Techy Tuesdays
3rd Tuesdays; 6 –7:30 p.m.
Lower level Tech Lab
These drop-in sessions are your chance to explore what’s new in technology at the library. Check out the lab, with different tech tools and tips highlighted during each session.
Sept. 18 Virtual Reality Glasses – Travel to exotic places or ride a roller coaster
Oct. 16 Photo Editing – Take a photo with our green screen and learn how to add a background
Nov. 20 3D Printing – Drop in to see our new 3D printer in action
Book a Librarian
Reserve up to 30 minutes with a librarian for help with technology questions. Call the Reference Desk at 236-5205 to set up a session. One-on-one help with downloading eBooks, audiobooks, music and movies; setting up an email account; Internet basics; how to use your tablet and more.
September
Introduction to Gong Therapy
Wed., Sept. 5; 6:30 to 7:45 p.m.
Under the Dome
Karen Pujals will introduce us to gong therapy. Learn how vibrations can help realign our bodies and minds.
The Endurance: History’s Greatest Shipwreck
Tues., Sept. 11; 6 p.m.
Lower level meeting room
Bestselling author Rochelle Pennington tells the thrilling account of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s voyage to Antarctica. His ship, The Endurance, became trapped in ice floes, crushed and sank, leaving the crew to attempt an escape across the most treacherous waters on earth. Presented by the Winnebago County Historical & Archaeological Society.
Considerations: Civic Obligations
Tues., Sept. 11; 6:15 p.m.
First floor reading room
Join our monthly community discussion group! Our first discussion will be about civic obligations. What does that mean? How does voting fit into this idea? See the Featured Reads section under the For Readers tab on our website for articles to read prior to the discussion. Room opens at 6 p.m. for social time and refreshments; discussion begins at 6:15.
This Month's Readings:
Should voting be mandatory - pro/ con
Voter registration rules by state
Voting: a Right or a Privilege?
Is our Civic Life really in Decline?
An Informed Electorate: History of Political Rhetoric
Mon., Sept. 17; 6:30 p.m.
Under the Dome
Join UW-Madison Professor Daniel Kapust as he explores the history of political rhetoric. Contemporary politics is troubling, less because of what is said, than because of what the words suggest about a common culture.
An Informed Electorate: The Dark Stores Referendum Explained
Tues., Sept. 18; 6:30 p.m.
Under the Dome
Understanding this topic will help you to cast an informed vote on the upcoming referendum.
Author Talk Randy Domer
Thurs., Sept. 20; 6 to 7 p.m.
Lower level meeting room
Domer’s newest book, We Shall Never Pass This Way Again is another journey into Oshkosh’s historic and treasured past. If you enjoy learning about local history, you’ll enjoy this evening. Books available for purchase and signing at the event.
An Informed Electorate: Tech for Voters
Mon., Sept. 24; 5 p.m.
Under the Dome
Learn about the websites and apps that can help you to stay informed about the issues and candidates on the ballot, both nationally and locally.
An Informed Electorate: Fake News Panel
Thurs., Sept. 27; 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Under the Dome
What is fake news? How do you spot fake news and avoid passing it on? How do you vet news sources? Our Oshkosh media panel will help sort out the topic: Nathaniel Shuda, Editor, Oshkosh Northwestern; Miles Maguire, Oshkosh Examiner and UW Oshkosh Journalism Dept.; and Karen Schneider, Publisher, Oshkosh Herald. LWV member Alana Erickson will talk about the impact of social media.
October
Exhibit: Lands We Share
Oct 1–19
Under the Dome
The Wisconsin Farms Oral History Project, an initiative of UW-Whitewater’s Public History Program, focuses on the history of food and farming in Wisconsin, particularly as those relate to race, ethnicity, and cultural diversity. The Lands We Share traveling exhibit focuses on six unique farms across three regions of Wisconsin, including the Allenville Farm in Winnebago County, and the rich history and stories that go along with them. (See related Oct. 4 program)
Low Carb Living
Wed., Oct. 3; 6 to 7 p.m.
Under the Dome
Dr. Nick Belville will be presenting and fielding questions on low carb living.
Sustaining Community in Rural America: A History of Allenville
Thurs. Oct. 4; 6 p.m.
Under the Dome
Local history and interviews with residents illustrate the different ways that members of small farming communities such as Allenville created and sustained community throughout the 19th and 20th centuries.
Considerations: The Great Lakes
Tues., Oct. 9; 6:15 p.m.
First floor Reading Room
Let’s have a discussion! This month’s topic is The Great Lakes. What are some issues surrounding them right now and what is the local impact? See the Featured Reads section under the For Readers tab on our website for articles to read prior to the discussion. Room opens at 6 p.m. for social time and refreshments; discussion begins at 6:15.
Titan Steel
Sat., Oct. 13; 2 p.m.
Under the Dome
Come experience the amazing sound of UW Oshkosh Titan Steel. The ensemble of steelpans, drumset, hand percussion, and electric bass performs popular and classical music from all over the world.
The Opioid Epidemic and a better guide to pain management
Wed., Oct. 17; 6 to 7 p.m.
Under the Dome
Dr. Adam Mootz will explore alternatives to opioids when it comes to pain management.
Write Now: Novel Writing
Mondays
Oct. 22-Nov. 26; 6 p.m.
Have you written a novel? Maybe you have a first draft or an outline? Join us as we apply New York literary agent/writing coach Donald Maass’ advice to take our novels to the next level. Using Maass’ book, Writing the Breakout Novel, and its companion workbook, we’ll study the elements of bestselling novels and incorporate what we learn into our writing. There will be homework!
The first ten people who register will receive a free copy of Maass’ book and the workbook. To register, call 236-5203 and ask for Ruth. Program led by the Oshkosh Area Writers Club.
Full Moon Astrology
Wed., Oct. 24; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Under the Dome
Astrologer and sound therapist Karen Pujals walks us through the basics of astrology. She will do some abbreviated readings for a few people who can provide the date, exact time and location of their birth.
Dark Stacks: An Evening with the Brothers Grimm
Oct. 25-27; 6 to 9 p.m.
Throughout the library
Our haunting after-hours event is a tour through the unsanitized tales of the Brothers Grimm. Registration is required; check back for more information. Due to its haunting nature, this event is open to teens and adults only.
November
Prisms of Gratitude
Thurs., Nov. 1; 6:30 p.m.
Under the Dome
Most faiths talk about gratitude, but what does that look like? Come join our panel of faith-based community members as they explore what “gratitude” is through the lens of belief.
Exhibit: In Their Own Words – German Americans in World War I
Mid-October through Nov. 5
This traveling exhibit from the Max Kade Institute showcases German-language documents published in the United States during the World War I Era. It offers a glimpse into German-Americans' view of the world, as well as their position in American society. (see related Nov. 5 program)
In Their Own Words: German Americans During the World War I Era
Mon., Nov. 5; 6 p.m.
Lower level meeting room
Antje Petty from the Max Kade Institute will be discussing how German-Americans saw world events and their own position in American society in the years before, during, and after America and Germany fought against each other in the Great War.
Black Thursday Remembered: 50 Years Later
Wed., Nov. 7
Reception begins at 5:30 p.m.; program at 6 p.m.
Under the Dome
Tensions surrounding race hit Oshkosh November 1968. On Nov. 21, 1968, 94 African-American students held a demonstration in the university president’s office. The college president responded to the occupation of his office by expelling all 94 students, banning them from attending any other state campus in Wisconsin. Hear the rest of the story at this panel discussion.
Rent Smart Workshops
Wed., Nov. 7; 9 to 11:30 a.m.
Conference Room
Fri., Nov. 9; 8:30 a.m. to noon.
Lower level meeting room
Rent Smart is a free, tenant training program that focuses on the knowledge and skills essential for a successful renting experience. Offered by the Winnebago County UW Extension. Participants must attend both sessions to earn a certificate of completion. Call 232-1973 to register.
Holiday wreaths and bows
Saturday, Nov. 10; 1 p.m.
Under the Dome
Kay Kollat will be on hand to show you how to make holiday wreaths and bows to blow your mind.
Considerations: Gratitude
Tuesday, Nov. 13; 6:15 p.m.
First floor Reading Room
Let’s have a discussion! This month’s topic is gratitude. What does that look like? Where do you see gratitude locally? Look for Featured Reads under the For Readers tab on our website for articles to read prior to the discussion. Room opens at 6 p.m. for social time and refreshments; discussion begins at 6:15.
