Hello friends,

It was so hard to resist using the email subject line “fall into a good book” when that’s all we want to do in October.

Crisp mornings and sun-dappled afternoons have us dreaming of more time to stretch out and read. Are you wrapped up in a story that you can’t quit?

Right now, there’s nothing we’re craving more than good books, soft blankets and warm beverages – life’s simple pleasures.

If your book pile is a little thin and you feel the need for new reads, it’s a snap to restock. Order a customized book bundle (Adults, Teens/YA fans, Children) and when your hand-selected order is ready, you can use our curbside pickup service at a time that works for you.

Celebrate your Freedom to Read

Get ready for an activity packed October as we spotlight Banned Books Week (Oct. 1 – 7).

Starting off the month, join us for a free showing of the 1962 movie adaptation of Harper Lee's Pulitzer Prize winning novel To Kill a Mockingbird on Sat., Oct. 7 at 7 p.m. at the Time Community Theater.

This film brings the book’s beloved characters to life in a way that will have you hooked – you’ll be thinking about Atticus, Scout, Dill, Jem, Tom and Boo long after the movie ends.

Stay tuned to our Facebook page for daily clues during our city-wide Scavenger Hunt for banned or challenged books. We also have plenty of in-depth book discussions and a fascinating YouTube series lined up for you.

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Ages 2 - 18

Deadline: Oct. 24

Winners announced Oct. 26 on Facebook

Create an original creature inspired by your imagination. Special thanks to HobbyTown Oshkosh for donating participation prizes and gift cards for first and second place contest winners.

Fun for all!

Ages 13 and older

Deadline: Oct. 16

Winners announced Oct. 23 on Facebook & our website. Use your camera and creativity to capture your interpretation of Oshkosh’s icons. Prizes are awarded to the top three winners in two age categories. Special thanks to Camera Casino for providing prizes for adults.

I love to take a photograph

Teens & Adults

Deadline: Oct. 23

Winners announced Oct. 26 on Facebook & our website

Tell your scariest original story in just two sentences. Prizes are awarded to the top three winners in two age categories. Special thanks to The Grand Oshkosh and Caramel Crisp Corner for providing prizes.

Enter if you scare!

Join us for three upcoming workshops led by attorney

Aaron Haller from Levine Eisberner LLC.

October 10: Advanced Healthcare Directives (Living Wills)

October 17: The Importance of Powers of Attorney (Financial and Healthcare)

October 24: Special Needs Trusts for Adult Children

All workshops start at 2 p.m. and will be held in the library's Lower Level. Light refreshments will be available.

Oct. 18 & 19 | 5 – 6:30 p.m. | Lower Level

Call (920) 236-5208 to reserve your seat. It is not required to attend both sessions to register. Light refreshments will be available.

Learn more about Dyslexia during this free, two-part series. Kelly Steinke, M.A. Ed., NBCT, founder and president of READ Learning Educational Services will discuss early identification, effective support strategies, and gaining a fresh perspective on the diagnosis.

What we're reading

Browse the list of books our staff are reading and recommending.

Place a hold

What will you read, watch or do this month?

Call (920) 236-5208 to reserve your time.

Our trained therapy dogs are a little lonely these days and would love to listen to more kids practice their reading. Three dogs and their volunteer handlers visit the Children’s Department every Monday from 4 – 5 p.m. These friendly pups will be so happy to welcome you!

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Oshkosh Public Library

106 Washington Ave.

Oshkosh, WI 54901

920-236-5203

oshkoshpubliclibrary.org

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