“You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.” - Mae West

“You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.” - Mae West

April 20, 2022

by Emilyn Linden

In these stories, Mae West is wrong. These talented authors explore the idea that one life isn’t the only one we’ll get. Each of these books examines that idea from different fascinating and thrilling angles. From romance to horr...

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Learn about the history of Wisconsin

Learn about the history of Wisconsin's grape wine industry during History at Home

April 18, 2022

Love a glass of Wisconsin’s finest wines?

Learn how the Wisconsin grape wine industry has grown during the May History at Home program at the Fond du Lac Public Library

Ryan Prellwitz, owner of Vines & Rushes Winery, will visit the library’s M...

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Learn tips to protect yourself online during Choose Privacy at FDLPL

Learn tips to protect yourself online during Choose Privacy at FDLPL

April 18, 2022

Digital dangers are everywhere online, but you can take simple steps to protect yourself.

During the Fond du Lac Public Library’s May 5 program, Choose Privacy, learn simple tips and best practices to protect your devices, your data and your iden...

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Put some spring in your step with these May art & craft programs at FDLPL

Put some spring in your step with these May art & craft programs at FDLPL

April 18, 2022

Get into a cheerful spring spirit as the Fond du Lac Public Library offers multiple arts and crafts programs for adults during May.

Bad Art Night returns Monday, May 2 at 6 p.m., when painters are asked to bring their enthusiasm for art, but not ...

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April Showers bring May Flowers

April Showers bring May Flowers

April 13, 2022

by Debbie Rosenberg

We've had quite a bit of rain in the last few weeks, and each day I think of the saying "April showers bring May flowers."  I would really like to have beautiful, low maintenance, colorful flowers in my yard, but since I'm cap...

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Meet a Wisconsin historical fiction author May 7 at Chapter 52 Bookstore

Meet a Wisconsin historical fiction author May 7 at Chapter 52 Bookstore

April 13, 2022

Readers have an opportunity to meet the author of historical fiction books on Saturday, May 7 at Chapter 52 Bookstore, located at 52 Sheboygan St.

Author Danielle Grandinetti will be at the store from 10 am to noon to meet with visitors and sign ...

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Drop into the Children

Drop into the Children's Room for fun every day at FDLPL

April 13, 2022

Every day is a great day to find something exciting to do in the Children’s Room at the Fond du Lac Public Library.

Each month, members of the youth services staff at the Children’s Room add new activities to try at your own pace, whenever you ...

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StoryWalks are back at Lakeside, Hamilton parks

StoryWalks are back at Lakeside, Hamilton parks

April 12, 2022

Get outdoors and enjoy the warming weather by visiting the StoryWalks provided by the Fond du Lac Public Library!

Visit Lakeside Park to read You Must Bring a Hat by Simon Philip and Soaked! by Abi Cushman.

At Hamilton Park, read A Pig Parade is...

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7 mighty memoirs by 7 wonderful women

7 mighty memoirs by 7 wonderful women

April 5, 2022

by Katie Killian

 Am I Talking Too Fast - Lauren Graham   |   eBook (link)  

Jump back in time to the first smell of snow and a fresh taste of coffee with this heartwarming read. Graham’s voice evokes memories of Stars Hollow and all its ko...

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The Morel Of the Story Is…

The Morel Of the Story Is…

March 30, 2022

by Alana LaBeaf

A predicted trend for 2022 is mushrooms, and while I don’t consider myself to be a trendsetter, I did get super interested in mushroom foraging last year. I got into it during the summer, though, significantly diminishing my cha...

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