Our newest service is for readers with packed schedules. Tell us what you like and our staff will select up to ten books for you! You’ll receive a holds notification by email when items are ready to be picked up. No appointment necessary. Use the service as often as you like. Book Bundles for young readers are also available.

I’ll try it!

Earn prizes while relaxing this summer. Join the library’s Summer Reading Challenge and track your reading/reading-related activities. We have online tracking or paper logs available for all ages. Imagine accomplishing a goal, expanding your knowledge, and decreasing your stress levels – just by reading what you enjoy!

I’m ready to register

Prizes and details

The library’s Local History and Genealogy Librarian Michael McArthur recently received the 2020-2021 Community Partner Award from the UW Oshkosh Learning in Retirement program. This dynamic group praised his “significant contribution” during an extraordinary year. Way to go Michael!

Link me up to local history

If you need more time with a librarian than you can get during a call or at the desk, request a 30-minute in-person or online session. Call (920) 236-5205, email [email protected], or stop by the Second Floor Service Desk to schedule an appointment.

Tell me more

Staff Picks This list of books involving a library or bookstore may be one of our favorites so far! Take me there

The library offers free notary services by appointment at the Second Floor Service Desk. Call (920) 236-5205 or reserve your appointment online.

Know before you go

July 22 at 6 p.m. | Zoom

Talk about books in a low-key environment with other readers and librarian Nancy. Share your thoughts, recommendations and time while adding some self-care to your day. Call (920) 236-5205 or email [email protected] to receive the Zoom link and password.

What will you read, watch or do this month?

There is a lot of joy to be found at the library these days. Patrons are browsing the bookshelves; new services are being added, and kids are signing up for summer reading in our children’s area. It’s wonderful to once again be a safe place to connect with ideas and each other. Here are a few highlights.  Request a Wonderlab S.T.E.A.M. Take Home Kit. This month kids are learning about colorful caterpillars. Adult DIY Kits contain all the supplies you need to create colorful paper beads. Plan a movie night with DVDs from the library. We have a large collection of films and popular television series. Borrow a few puzzles and board games for a rainy day. Try It Yourself Kits might spark a new hobby or interest such as candle making, paper making, or hand crafting jewelry.

Mark Gruenwald inspires Owen Wilson’s character on Marvel Studios’ Loki

Hey Marvel fans, you probably noticed a nod to Oshkosh in a recent episode of Loki. Although the show’s events are fictional, Mark Gruenwald continues to live on in the universe he helped to create.

A legend for all time

Hoopla levels up its audiobooks

Hoopla’s audiobook experience is now even better. Enjoy these upgrades: Car & Activity Mode has larger buttons.  Book Timer shows the remaining time.  Playback Speed has been increased to four times the normal speed. Bookmark Notes can now be added. Sleep Timer has more options. If you need Hoopla help, call (920) 236-5205 or Book-A-Librarian appointment.

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Oshkosh Public Library 106 Washington Ave. Oshkosh, WI 54901 920-236-5203 oshkoshpubliclibrary.org

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