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LIBRARY NEWS Milltown Public Library
St. Croix Falls Public Library Lego Club is on the first and third Saturdays through June It will be held from 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Legos provided. Please leave all personal Legos and toys at home. All ages, with a parent. Open lab for e-filing taxes The community meeting room will be set up with laptops for people who would like to e-file their taxes. Open lab for e-filing on Thursday, March 22, from 5 – 7 p.m., and on Thursday, March 29, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wash away fines in April During the month of April, for every new roll of toilet paper, toothbrush or tube of toothpaste you donate, receive $1 off SCFPL fines. Donations will go to the SCF Food Shelf. April is National Poetry Month For Polk County Library Federation’s eighth-annual teen poetry contest, middle school and high school divisions entries must be received at the federation by Wednesday, April 18, by 3 p.m. Entry forms are available at all Polk County Libraries. After-school specials on early-release Wednesdays April 4 at 3 p.m. - Learn to draw Zentangles May 9 at 3 p.m. - Acting essentials with the Festival Theatre. Computer Cafe Resume workshop Thursday, April 5, at 6 p.m. Supernatural St. Croix Falls – a paranormal event Brought to you by Friends of the Library on Friday, April 13, and Saturday, April 14. Watch for the schedule of events in our upcoming spring flyer. Plant watchers with your host, botanist/ecologist, Barb Delany Beginning Monday, April 9, at 6-7:45 p.m. Information about native plants and native habitats, lively observations protecting biodiversity. Program includes outdoor hike from the library at 7-7:45 p.m. Smart Money Week April 21-28 – College: Getting There from Here Rebecca Berg, Edward Jones, will be at the library Thursday, April 26, from 6-7 p.m.
Individual help for basic computer questions Mondays from 1-3 p.m. Bring your own laptop; check out a library laptop or workstation. Call ahead to ensure availability. Play Wii at the library Inquire at the circulation desk. A wonderful friend of the library donated a brand-new Wii. Used games and accessory donations in good condition are welcome. School’s out! School’s Out is SCFPL’s after-school program for kids age 8-plus. Meet friends, get homework help and hang out at the library on Wednesdays during the school year from 3:30 till 5 p.m. Take bus No. 9 down to the library on Wednesday afternoons (with a note from your parent or guardian). Contact Cole, czrostlik@stcroixfallslibrary.org, for more info and to sign up for updates. Community meeting room is available for your organization Reserve the meeting room with our online form at www.stcroixfallslibrary.org. Story hour with Cole Listen to stories, create art and have fun with other kids and parents every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Check out our Web site It has up-to-date information on what’s happening at the library and other useful library tools you can use at home, www.stcroixfallslibrary.org. Look for us on Facebook. Our newsletter will be out the first week in December. Technology Free wireless and eight public computers are available at the library. Plus, six laptops are available for use in the library, but you must have a valid MORE library card in good standing. Hours The library is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 715-483-1777. Email: scflibrary@stcroixfallslibrary.org Online: www.stcroixfallslibrary.org.
Please Call For An Appointment
Steven Tesch, DDS 715-327-8607
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Upcoming events Adult winter reading program Fiction to Film Movie – Part 3: “The Social Network.” Join us on Friday, March 23, at 7 p.m., for the final movie of the adult winter reading program, also stop in to the library to pick up a copy of the book “Accidental Billionaires” by Ben Mezrich. Our adult winter reading program ends Saturday, March 31, so there is still time to participate and win prizes. Author visit – Chris Seaton The author of The Dairyland Murder series is coming to visit the library on
Friday, March 23 Minute To Win It Challenges. From 5:30 – 7 p.m. tailored for middle-school ages but all are welcome. Win prizes and have fun. Used book sale Saturday, March 31, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the library. Great deals. Ton of books. Story time Bring the little ones to the library for story time every Wednesday at 11 a.m. for stories, crafts and snacks. All ages welcome to join our lively group. Computer classes Free computer classes at the library. Open forum class, Monday, March 26, 11 a.m.; and search and shop, Tuesday, March 27, 2 p.m. Call or e-mail library to reserve your spot, 715-485-3215, library@balsamlakepl.org. Space is limited.
Follow the Leader
Christine Woodward, DDS Jon E. Cruz, DDS 24164 State Road 35, Siren, Wis.
Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Open Some Fridays
NEW PATIENTS WELCOME
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Thursday, March 29, at 7 p.m. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Milltown Public Library.
Did you know? Besides the myriad of books in all genres and reading levels, the library also has oodles of movies, books on audio, and even e-books and e-audiobooks. Check out our upcoming programming and wares anytime at www.milltownpublic library.org or stop in and browse the collections. You can also find the Milltown Public Library on Facebook. Hours and information www.milltownpubliclibrary.org, 715825-2313. Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. or e-mail milltownpl@milltownpubliclibrary.org. Fresh coffee and fast Wi-Fi are served up every day.
Balsam Lake Public Library
SIREN DENTAL CLINIC
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FREDERIC DENTAL CLINIC IS NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS
Pajama story time with Cole Story time is held in the evenings at Milltown Public Library. Jump into your pajamas, grab a guardian, you’ll need them for a ride anyway, and join us for a half hour of fun, stories and a small craft every Tuesday evening at 6 p.m. Pack in some fun before your day is done.
* Preventative Care * * Crowns, Bridges, Cosmetic Dentistry * * Dentures, Partials, Relines * * Fillings, Root Canals and Extractions * GENTLE DENTAL CARE FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY
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New arrivals “Pretty Crooked” by Elisa Ludwig; “Book of Lost Fragrances” by MJ Rose; “Dog Who Danced” by Susan Wilson; and “Redwood Bend” by Robyn Carr. Book club Book club meets the third Wednesday of the month. Wednesday, March 21, at 3 p.m. Everyone welcome. Book of the month is “Safe from the Sea,” by Peter Geye. Hours Balsam Lake Library, (under the water tower) at 404 Main St., Balsam Lake. Hours are Monday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Tuesday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. E-mail: library@balsamlakepl.org. Web site: www.balsamlakepublic library.org., 715-485-3215.
COUNTRY PRIDE CO-OP OFFERING SCHOLARSHIPS
Country Pride Co-op is once again offering scholarships. Three $500 scholarships will be awarded to area graduates of the Class of 2012. To be eligible, the student or his/her guardian must be a member of Country Pride Co-op. Applications may be picked up at the schools in Barron, Clayton, Cumberland, Prairie Farm, Shell Lake, Spooner or Turtle Lake. You can also pick them up at the Country Pride Co-op Office located at 106 W. Prospect Ave. in Almena or at our Shell Lake Convenience Store at 331 U.S. Hwy. 63. You may also call 715-357-3650 and one will be mailed to you. The deadline is 556147 Monday, April 16, 2012. 20a-e 31r,L