The library is one story with plantings and a bench near the entry.

Line Dancing with Dawn!

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Community Room

Join our library staff member, Dawn, as she teaches a variety of fun line dances! This is a free, beginner-friendly event for teens and adults. 

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Closed for Memorial Day

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The library will be closed Saturday, May 25th-Monday, May 27th for Memorial Day Weekend.

2024 Summer Reading Program Registration Week

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Lester Library of Rome

Summer is almost here and we are very excited for our 2024 Children's Summer Reading Program!  This years theme is, "Open For Adventure."  We will be having lots of great performers, crafts, and prizes to earn for all of your reading!  Please stop in at the Library Circulation Desk to get registered for this fun summer event!

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Registration Week June 10th-June 14th @ Lester Public Library of Rome. Must be between the ages of 0-18.

Miller & Mike Show

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Community Room

We are kicking off our Summer Reading Program with special guests, "Miller & Mike!" The Miller and Mike comedy juggling extravaganza, is a high energy, crowd pleasing show. It showcases circus skills, audience interactions and lots of good clean comedy! This show is open to families and all ages!   

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Miller & Mike Show 6/10/24 @ 10:30AM

Rome Garden Club: Dividing and Sharing Perennials

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Community Room

Join Jennifer Fane and the Rome Garden Club for a learning session all about perennials. This is a FREE event organized by the Rome Garden Club.

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Ceramic Gnome Painting

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Community Room

Come and paint with us! We will have a cute collection of Spring Ceramic Gnomes to choose from.  Add your special touch to make it your own! All craft supplies will be provided and are free of charge. Stop in or call to reserve your spot!

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Ceramic Gnome Painting

Lego Building Challenge

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Community Room

Our Lego Challenge Program, will be a fun family event for all! If you have a creative side, create your own Lego Masterpiece or get inspired with some of the designs we will have on display. We will be displaying your finished Lego creations throughout the Children's Area in the Library! This event is drop in, no need to register.

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Lego Building Challenge June 24th, 2024 from 10-3pm

Closed for Fourth of July

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The library will be closed Thursday, July 4th through Sunday, July 7th for the Fourth of July holiday.

Hoop Elation with Danielle Lee

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Outside at the Lester Library of Rome

This instructional program will begin with a performance by Danielle Lee. Then it's time to get hooping! Participants will learn beginner friendly hula hoop moves through the 10-Trick Game. Danielle will lead hoop based creative movement exploration exercises, partner/group activities and games! This event is open to all ages.

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Hoop Elation with Danielle Lee

Rome Garden Club: Make & Take Stepping Stones

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Community Room

Join Laurie Francis, Robert Stoldt, and the Rome Garden Club for a DIY stepping stone workshop. This is a FREE event organized by the Rome Garden Club. Registration is required! Please call the library or sign up at the circulation desk.

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Sand Art Craft Day

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Community Room

Come and join the fun and create your own sand art piece! We will have two crafts kits to choose from and lot of fun, colorful sand. This is a drop in program, no registration required.  

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Sand Art Craft Day

The Jedi Adventure Begins...with Toby Kidd!

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Community Room

Come join us at the Library for an out of this world experience, with entertainer Toby Kidd! This event will be sure to get your children excited, with a Jedi that will battle for the planet's ecosystems! Light Saber duels and the Dark Side all show up for a romp through the galaxy of fun. This is a family friendly event!

 

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Jedi Adventure July 17th, 2024 at 2:30 PM

Getting Excited About Science!

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Community Room

Come and learn some cool things about Science, with Steve Belliveau. This event will offer lots of audience participation, humor, music and great experiments! This is a family friendly event.

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Getting Excited About Science!

Movie Night Under the Stars

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Outside

Join us for a family friendly movie under the stars! (Weather Permitting) We will provide some small snacks and beverages, but you are welcome to bring your own as well. Also, please bring a blanket or chair for yourselves so that you can comfortably view the movie!

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Movie Night Under The Stars July 26th at Dusk

Paint Your Own Tote Bag

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Community Room

If you enjoy painting and stenciling, this event is for you!  All supplies will be included and are free of charge. We will have Canvas Tote Bags, a variety of pre-cut vinyl stencil designs, and lots of paint colors to choose from! Please stop in or call the Library to register. Ages 8 and up welcome! (Adults please supervise the younger children)

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Paint Your Own Tote Bag August 1, 2024 at 11AM

ZooZort Petting Zoo

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Community Room

Children will have the opportunity to interact and learn about animals, with special guest Noelle Bezio! Noelle has visited our Library in years past and brings different animals each time to keep the experience exciting and fresh. This program is a family friendly event.

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ZooZort Petting Zoo August 2nd, 2024 at 2 PM

Rome Garden Club: Native Shade Plants

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Community Room

Join Barb Herreid and the Rome Garden Club for a learning session all about native Wisconsin shade plants. This is a FREE event organized by the Rome Garden Club.

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Papa Bears Mini Golf

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Papa Bears Mini Golf 266 Matterhorn Trail, Nekoosa, WI 54457

Come and join the fun at Papa Bears Mini Golf Course in Rome! Participants will receive one free game of golf and an ice cream treat!

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Papa Bears Mini Golf 266 Matterhorn Trail, Nekoosa, WI 54457

Sidewalk Chalk Art Day!

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Outside

Come decorate our sidewalks at the Library! We will have some images for inspiration, or use your imagination and create your own. Participants will receive a popsicle and a fun little prize to take home with them!

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Sidewalk Chalk Art Day! August, 14th from 11-3 PM

Closed for Labor Day

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The library will be closed Saturday, August 31st-Monday, September 2nd for Labor Day Weekend.

Rome Garden Club: Lawn Care for Sandy Soils

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Community Room

Join Janelle Wehr and the Rome Garden Club for a learning session about lawn care for sandy soils. This is a FREE event organized by the Rome Garden Club.

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Rome Garden Club: Growing Garlic and Walking Onions

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Community Room

Join Jennifer Fane and the Rome Garden Club for a hands on session on growing garlic and walking onions. This is a FREE event organized by the Rome Garden Club. Registration is required! Please call the library or stop by the circulation desk to sign up.

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