Did you Know? Artist-in-Residence at APL
Back in January 2015 we launched a new program at Appleton Public Library called Artist-in-Residence.Since then we’ve hostedJudith Waller, oil paintingsKassie Herbst, knit bombingBeth Servais, acrylic...
View ArticleSteampunk Saturday is October 10
Fri, Oct 2, 2015Ladies and gentlemen, rogues and explorers--mark your calendar for Saturday, October 10! That is the day Steampunk comes to Appleton Public Library, with presentations by Cassie &...
View ArticleLibrary Clerk - Sub
This is a non-exempt non-benefited position that involves working at a public service desk providing library services related to lending library materials, as well as performing off-desk tasks. Evening...
View ArticleBox Top Winner Announced!
A total of 2,200 Box Tops were won by the Van Asten family this morning and presented by our Children's Librarian, Ellen Jepson at Appleton Public Montessori in front of an assembly of student...
View ArticleLibrary planning to continue with proposed budget
The Mayor’s Executive Budget was released at the meeting of the Appleton Common Council last night. We are pleased to report that within the budget there is funding included to continue working on a...
View ArticleDia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) for Teens
In Mexico, death is an honored part of life's journey. Day of the Dead is full of colorful symbols and customs that help families, even in grief, remember loved ones who have died. Join us October 27...
View ArticleBack to the Future II
Great Scott! It's about to be Back to the Future Day! Join us as we enjoy what is officially the future on October 21, 2015. We welcome you to rock your favorite Marty McFly vest as we screen Back to...
View ArticleBad Art Night
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View ArticleLibrary Clerk - Sub
This is a non-exempt non-benefited position that involves working at a public service desk providing library services related to lending library materials, as well as performing off-desk tasks. Evening...
View ArticleLego Lab
Create a Halloween masterpiece out of Legos on Monday, October 26 from 6:15-7:00 pm in the Children's Program Room A/B.
View ArticleBooks Build Community
We are excited to announce a new initiative we are working on. The initiative, called Books Build Community, focuses on sharing experiences around a specific book, through formal book clubs and...
View ArticleNEW! Reach Out & Read Partners - Fox Cities Video
We are excited to debut our new Reach Out & Read Partners - Fox Cities video. We encourage you to share this with your friends, family and colleagues.In January, we received a $50,000 grant from...
View ArticleFall 2015 Newsletter
Our Fall 2015 newsletter is now available for you to read! Stories weave throughout our day here at APL, and in our latest newsletter you’ll read personal stories from Paula, our Public Services...
View ArticleThe House That George Built
With a Little Help from Irving, Cole, and a Crew of About FiftyAuthor: Wilfred SheedLink to this bookStaff Pick Review: Sunday, November 1, 2015If you’re the kind of person who thinks they don’t write...
View ArticleCocoa and Coloring Night
What could be more relaxing than spending one night a month coloring with like-minded individuals? Coloring books are not just for children anymore. We’re offering a new program called Cocoa and...
View ArticleStep-by-Step - Back to Your Norwegian Ancestors
Mon, Nov 2, 2015Wisconsin was a primary destination for immigrants from Norway. In 1900, one quarter of Norwegians who had immigrated to America lived in the state of Wisconsin. If your ancestors came...
View ArticleFind Your Ancestors
Link to: http://www.apl.org/blogs/fox-footprints/step-step-back-your-norwegian-ancestors
View ArticleFriends Semi-Annual Book Sale
The Friends of Appleton Public Library semi-annual book sale starts this week and will feature hundreds of children's books for all ages.The book sale runs Friday and Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm....
View ArticleMusic at the Library
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