Programs & Exhibits
Paliekara Exhibits at FDL Public Library
Local artist Marcella Paliekara will exhibit her artwork in the library's Langdon Divers Community Gallery from December 2, 2008 through January 28, 2009. The show, titled My Visions and Voices, features mixed media, oil pastel paintings, papier-mache bowls and vases, and handmade books. All work will be for sale. A portion of the sales will benefit the library.
“The title of my exhibit expresses my wish to include images and objects that I have felt inspired to create. My work comes from my connection to my Creator, and it is my way of responding to the Spirit in me. When I create it heals and nourishes me. I hope it will do the same for those who view my art,” commented Marcella.
Marcella holds a B.A. in Fine Art and a M.A. in English. She is currently the Vice President of the Fond du Lac Artists’ Association. Marcella is the author of two online blogs: Marcieart and The Apostles Wives' Club.
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Hispanic and Latino Experiences in Fond du Lac
 Thursday evenings in January
from 7:00 until 8:30
Fond du Lac Public Library
Living Hispanic or Latino in Wisconsin, January 8: What is life like for Hispanic and Latinos living in Wisconsin? Is it different for those who were born here as opposed to those who have immigrated? What made Wisconsin or Fond du Lac an attractive place to live?
Is Spanish the New German? Language Issues in Context, January 15: Panelists will review the history of how various immigrant groups to the Fond du Lac area learned and adopted English.
Getting Here, January 22: Panelists will review how the immigration process has evolved over the last century – how coming to the U.S. as a legal immigrant is much different today
The Impact of Change on the Economy, January 29: As the number of Hispanic and Latino residents in Fond du Lac County and Wisconsin increases, various aspects of work and society are in the process of changing. How does this change affect the marketplace?
Sponsored by:
FDLPL ● UW-Extension ● Fond du Lac Area Association of Commerce
Hooked on Books
The public is invited to participate in a new book discussion group called Hooked on Books at Fond du Lac Public Library. The monthly program is a joint project of the library and the Friends of the Library and will run from September 2008 through May 2009. Each discussion will be led by a community leader on the book of his or her choice. Space is limited. Preregistration is required by either calling 929-7080, ext. 126; or registering via the library’s online calendar. Participants must register for each program individually.
Books for the participants will be available at the library three weeks prior to the discussion date.
The next discussion is scheduled for Wednesday, November 19, from 6:30 – 8:00 pm in the Mid-States Training Room located on the lower level of the library. Jon Mark Bolthouse, Librarian, UW-FDL, will present the book High Fidelity by Nick Hornby. This often humorous novel is about an English guy who runs a London record store.
Forthcoming discussions are as follows. The programs will all be held from 6:30 – 8:00 pm at the library.
No program in December.
Wednesday, January 21, Tom Herre, FDL City Manager- Finishing Well : What People Who Really Live Do Differently by Bob Buford.
Wednesday, February 25, John St. Peter, FDL Attorney- The Prince by Niccolo Machiavelli
Wednesday, March 18, Earl Jewett, Friend of the Library- The Land Remembers : The Story of a Farm and its People by Ben Logan.
Wednesday, April 15, Jeff Reed, Founding Dean, School of Business, Marian University – True North: Discover your Authentic Leadership by Bill George with Peter Sims.
Wednesday, May 20, Susan Ringer, Librarian, FDL Public Library – The Story of Edgar Sawtelle by David Wroblewski.
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