Learn about the science of food during National Chemistry Week

Learn about the science of food during National Chemistry Week

October 23, 2020

By Emilyn Linden

It's National Chemistry Week! While I don’t love studying chemistry in school (I was never very good at labs), I do love learning about chemistry because the world around us is fascinating. But my absolute favorite application f...

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Community invited to share pandemic stories for new history initiative

Community invited to share pandemic stories for new history initiative

October 19, 2020

Perhaps no modern-day event has touched the lives of so many as the coronavirus pandemic of 2020. Its effects are so far-reaching that everyone has been affected; everyone has a story.

Starting in November, the Fond du Lac Public Library is invitin...

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FInal Storywalk of season installed at Lakeside, Hamilton parks

FInal Storywalk of season installed at Lakeside, Hamilton parks

October 16, 2020

The final stories of 2020 have appeared at the Fond du Lac Public Library’s two StoryWalk® park installations.

At Lakeside Park, children can wonder, "What If You Had Animal Hair?" in a fun story by Sandra Markle that helps children understand...

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TumbleMath now available to help young learners at FDLPL

TumbleMath now available to help young learners at FDLPL

October 16, 2020

Parents seeking ways to help their children learn math more easily now have a new, easy and free way to do so.

The Fond du Lac Public Library now is offering free access to TumbleMath, an online program to teach math concepts, perfect for relucta...

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Show us your costume for a chance to win!

Show us your costume for a chance to win!

October 7, 2020

Kids, teens and adults all have a chance to win a spooky prize pack this month as the Fond du Lac Public Library holds a virtual costume contest. 

Several contests are being held for different age groups:

  • Youth: Post photos in the Virtual Hallo...

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Summer Makers in Residence will be featured at Langdon

Summer Makers in Residence will be featured at Langdon

October 7, 2020

Makers in Residence from the Idea Studio -- makers who appeared throughout the summer to offer their expertise — will be featured as the October exhibit for the Langdon Divers Community Gallery. 

These makers include Stacey Burkhart, Lora Vahl...

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History at Home will recall the history of the Greek community in Fond du Lac

History at Home will recall the history of the Greek community in Fond du Lac

October 7, 2020

Fond du Lac Public Library’s monthly History at Home program will return virtually for October as it recalls the history of the Greek community in Fond du Lac and the creation of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church.

The program is free; no registr...

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Learn to use the laser cutter at October program

Learn to use the laser cutter at October program

October 7, 2020

An opportunity to learn about the Fond du Lac Public Library’s laser cutter will highlight a month of virtual activities at the Idea Studio.

On Thursday, October 29 at 6:30 pm via Zoom, participants will discover how to use the laser cutter for...

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Teens can get free books with "Book with a Snack: Teen Book Boxes"

Teens can get free books with "Book with a Snack: Teen Book Boxes"

October 5, 2020

What’s better than a quiet afternoon with a good book and a good snack? 

Teens may enjoy both, and more, with a new, free, subscription-style program through the Fond du Lac Public Library.

Area teens may sign up for Book with a Snack: Teen B...

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Library adds Sunday hours and Chapter 52 reopens in October

Library adds Sunday hours and Chapter 52 reopens in October

September 25, 2020

The Fond du Lac Public Library is adding hours at two of its locations starting in October, including Sunday hours returning to the main library.

Beginning Thursday, October 1, the downtown location will be open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. ...

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