Learn about the Floods of Fond du Lac during History at Home

Learn about the Floods of Fond du Lac during History at Home

July 20, 2021

Water and the city of Fond du Lac have been tied together since the city was founded, but it’s been an uneasy alliance amid a history of the Fond du Lac River surging above its banks.

Learn how Fond du Lac has been affected by rising waters dur...

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‘A Diverse Collection’ by artist Emily Runnerstrom coming to Divers Gallery

‘A Diverse Collection’ by artist Emily Runnerstrom coming to Divers Gallery

July 20, 2021

The work of Neenah-based artist Emily Runnerstrom will be featured at the Langdon Divers Community Gallery in August.

Titled “A Diverse Collection,” her work will be on display from Wednesday, Aug. 4 to Tuesday, Aug. 31 at the gallery located in ...

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Scary books to read in the sun

Scary books to read in the sun

July 14, 2021

by Emilyn Linden

I know, October is when libraries and bookstores usually talk up horror novels. I’m not a big horror fan myself, but when I do read horror, I tend to do it during the bright and sunny months so I don’t freak myself out too much. ...

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Summer residency at Idea Studio will include online, in-person events

Summer residency at Idea Studio will include online, in-person events

July 9, 2021

Maria Anholzer, the 2021 Summer Resident in the Idea Studio at the Fond du Lac Public Library, has set out a busy schedule this summer that includes regular programs online starting July 19 and opportunities to work with her in-person beginning Ju...

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July is National Grilling Month!

July is National Grilling Month!

July 7, 2021

by Debbie Rosenberg

Did you know that July is National Grilling Month?  You've probably already been grilling since we've had good weather, but are you interested in a few new recipes?  Have we got books for you!

Some of our new books that you...

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Happy Independence Day!

Happy Independence Day!

June 30, 2021

By Joanne Mengel

Independence Day is right around the corner and I am looking forward to a nice long weekend of fun with friends and family. Also referred to as the Fourth of July, it is a great time to celebrate our freedom. The library has ...

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Explore Wisconsin’s rich language heritage with History at Home

Explore Wisconsin’s rich language heritage with History at Home

June 30, 2021

The state of Wisconsin is remarkably rich in languages, Indigenous and immigrant. During the July History at Home program, the Languages of Wisconsin, explore the map of Wisconsin languages past and present. Join History at Home Thursday, July 15 ...

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Feeling crafty? Library offering Crafts in the Park in July

Feeling crafty? Library offering Crafts in the Park in July

June 30, 2021

Need to scratch the crafting itch? Join the Fond du Lac Public Library as it offers Crafts in the Park on Monday, July 19. From 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the McDermott Park shelter off Johnson Street, create a Beaded Garden Stake as a fun addition to a pl...

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In person exhibit, artist reception returning to Langdon Divers Community Gallery

In person exhibit, artist reception returning to Langdon Divers Community Gallery

June 24, 2021

For the first time in more than a year, Langdon Divers Community Gallery will be filled with local art as it hosts its first in-person art exhibit as well as an artist reception.

From Wednesday, July 7 through Tuesday, Aug. 4, members of THELMA V...

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June 21-27 is Pollinator Week

June 21-27 is Pollinator Week

June 23, 2021

 

We’re right in the middle of National Pollinator Week and the library has many books in the collection to help you make your yard and garden more pollinator friendly!

The Bee-Friendly Garden: Design An Abundant, Flower-Filled Yard that Nu...

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