Location
February 2012
Free Parking is Back!
Library customers are invited to park FREE for up to two hours in the lot located at 7 South Dewey
(just across the street from the library). Look for the signs indicating which row of spaces are free.
Free parking will be available until further notice.
Freading: A New Look at E-book Lending
* Download e-books to your Nook, iPad or other e-reader (Currently not compatible with Kindle readers)
* Thousands of e-books available, including bestsellers, new books, classics and non-fiction titles
* Requires the use of digital tokens
* Each L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library cardholder receives 6 tokens per week
* Redeem 1 to 4 tokens per download, depending on popularity and publication date
* Check out books for 2 weeks; renew once
* Unused tokens may accumulate over 4-week period
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Writers Group
Thursday, February 2
7 p.m.
Chippewa Room, lower level
For information, call Yvette Flaten at 715-834-2844.
Thirteen Loops: An African American History Month Reading & Discussion
Tuesday, February 7
7 - 8 p.m.
Eau Claire Room, lower level
Features readings from the newly-released and highly-acclaimed book "Thirteen Loops" and discussion of the
cowardice, ignorance and happenstance that sustained a culture of racial intolerance.
Books will be available for purchase. No registration required.
Geneology Open Lab
Tuesday, February 14
10:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Microlab
Dawn LaFavor from the Genealogical Research Society of Eau Claire will demonstrate how to search online for
gravesites using findagrave.com.
Mystery Readers
Tuesday, February 21
10:15 a.m.
Red Cedar Room, lower level
Book for discussion is "The Sherlockian" by Graham Moore.
Friends of the Library Evening Book Group
Tuesday, February 28
7:30 p.m.
Chippewa Room, lower level
Book for discussion is "The Invisible Wall: a Love Story that Broke Barriers" by Harry Bernstein. Call 715-
456-4132 to confirm schedule and location.
Friends of the Library Morning Book Group
Call Joanne Erickson at 715-834-5731 for schedule.
Feathered Friends: Identifying, Feeding and Sheltering Our Backyard Birds
Tuesday, March 6
1:30 - 3 p.m. and repeated at 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Eau Claire Room, lower level
Backyards are becoming increasingly important as havens for wild birds in our area. How can we be effective
stewards of sustainable bird habitats? Get tips on creating a welcoming bird environment, find out which
feeders work best and what to put in them, and learn how to identify the winged critters that come to enjoy your
efforts.
Entertainingly presented by Larry Bennett and Auggie Wirkus.
Cosponsored by Eau Claire Garden Club. No registration required.
Weaving Away the Blues: How Quilting, Knitting and Other Textile-Making Lift Our Spirits
Saturday, March 10
10:30 a.m. - 12 noon
Eau Claire Room, lower level
Women all over the world have discovered that textile handcraft making contributes to improved psychological
well-being. Whether you quilt, knit, weave, sew or engage in other fiber-making activities, you'll be astounded
to learn the details of new research confirming that these activities result in being better able to cope with life,
put adversity into perspective and restore energy. U.W. - Eau Claire researcher Dr. Ann Collier will share her
insights into historic and current therapeutic uses of various textile mediums. Copies of her new book "Using
Textiles and Handcrafts in Therapy with Women" will be available for purchase.
Registration is appreciated, but not required.
Also with Ann Collier:
Fiber Art Project - March 31 - Chippewa Valley Museum
The Street: Stylistic Intersections on Jazz's 52nd Street (1920-1945)
Thursdays, March 8 & 15
7 to 8:30 p.m.
Eau Claire Room, lower level
The jazz joints along New York City's 52nd Street were the proving grounds for up and coming Swing, Bebop
and Dixieland musicians who made their mark during the 1920s through the 1940s. We'll get to know some of
the renowned artists who frequented the clubs along "The Street" in its heyday.
Presented by Ryan Jones, U.W. - Eau Claire Music Department. Registration is appreciated but not required.
For more information on programs, visit us online at www.ecpubliclibrary.info, stop by Information &
Reference at the library, call 715-839-5004, or send an e-mail to
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LOOKING AHEAD
The Words of Feasts
April 3, 10, 17 & 24
Note special afternoon time: 1:30 - 3 p.m.
Celebrate "feasting" as it appears in a wide variety of literary fiction and non-fiction! Books to be discussed in
this 4-week series include "History of the World in Six Glasses" by Tom Standage, "The Big Oyster" by Mark
Kurlansky, "My Life in France" by Julia Child, and "Waiter Rant" by Steve Dublanica.
THE GALLERY
Leave Me Tender
Paintings and Drawings by Daniel Atyim and Jill Olm
January 15 - February 17, 2012
Daniel Atyim's work explores the function and meaning of surfaces, both observed and imagined. Jill Olm
explores a wide variety of techniques in her paintings, drawings and site-specific works.
ArtsWest 33
February 26 - April 6, 2012
Wisconsin ArtsWest, an annual juried art exhibit, will open on February 26, with an artists' reception to be held
on Thursday, March 1, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Best of Show and 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes will be announced at the
artists' reception. The program begins at 7:30 p.m.
Selections for this year's show are made by Peter Spooner, curator at the Tweed Museum of Art, University of
Minnesota-Duluth.
YOUTH SERVICES PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Winter Storytimes
January 9 - March 31
These programs aim to foster a love of reading and provide children and adults with an enjoyable library
experience. Early literacy skills are introduced through great books and fun activities.
No advanced registration is required, but we do ask that you observe our age recommendations. All storytime
programs will be held in the Youth Services Program Room.
Bouncing Babies
Wednesdays
10:15 a.m.
A 20-minute "lapsit" story program for babies and their parent or caregiver. This storytime is especially for
pre-walkers, and consists of lap rhymes, songs, stories, and other developmentally appropriate activities for
those babies who are still held on laps.
Little Movers (Formerly Book Babies)
Wednesdays
11 a.m.
A 30-minute program for babies who love to move. The program includes stories, songs, and finger plays
followed by a social time for parents and babies.
Toddler Tales: There are now 4 sessions to choose from! (All sessions are the same)
Mondays, 10:15 a.m.
Mondays, 11 a.m.
Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m.
Tuesdays, 11 a.m.
A 20-minute storytime designed especially for two- and three-year-olds and a parent or caregiver. Each session
includes easy-to-understand stories, songs and activities.
Preschool Storytime
Thursdays
10:30 a.m.
A 30-minute storytime designed for the preschool-age child. Children should be able to understand and sit
through longer stories and be able to participate in more advanced activities.
Family Storytime: New Day and Time!
Saturdays
10:30 a.m.
Join us for stories, finger plays and songs during this 30-minute program for the whole family. Content is
geared for ages 2 to 6, but fun for the entire family. A craft activity will follow.
Playgroup
Fridays, January 13 - March 30
10:30 a.m.
Youth Services Program Room
Join area infants, toddlers and preschoolers at our weekly playgroup. Various educational toys and library
resources are available. No registration required.
Tumblebooks
Animated picture books that you can read or have read to you are available through our website. Games and
puzzles based on children's literature are also available.
Visit www.ecpubliclibrary.info Click the "Kids" tab, then select "TumbleBooks."
Girls Night Out: Create and enjoy natural spa products
For girls age 10 - 14, accompanied by an adult "girlfriend" - mom, aunt, older sister, etc.
Thursday, February 9
6 - 8 p.m.
Eau Claire Room, lower level
Make and try natural products for skin care, using mostly inexpensive, common kitchen ingredients.
* Please bring a towel.
* Persons with plant or food allergies should be aware of potential reactions.
Registration is required. Participation limited to 12 pairs/24 individuals.
To register, call Youth Services at 715-839-5007, stop by the Youth Services Desk, or e-mail
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Valentine Make-and-Take Crafts
Saturday, February 11
1 - 3 p.m.
Youth Services Program Room
Drop by Youth Services between 1 and 3 p.m. and create something for that "special someone."
This program is intended for school-age children. No registration necessary. While supplies last.
Lego(r) Club
Sundays, February 12 & 26
1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Youth Services Program Room
Youth in kindergarten through fifth grade are invited to bring their creativity and love of LEGOs and join our
LEGO(r) Club. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the inspiration. Monthly registration is required. Please
register for one date per month. The theme for February is dinosaurs.
For more information on these programs, or to register, please stop by Youth Services on your next visit to the
library, call 715-839-5007, or e-mail
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or check out the new website for kids at
www.ecpubliclibrary.info and select "Kids."
