Community Library upcoming adult programs

Community Library will be offering the following adult programs:

Introduction to Computers: Learn how to use a mouse, organize folders, save and retrieve files, and print. Monday, May 14, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Registration required. Registration opens April 20. Call (262) 843-3348.

Monday, June 4, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Registration required. Registration opens May 21. Call (262) 843-3348.

Monday, June 18, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Registration required. Registration opens June 4. Call (262) 843-3348.

Introduction to the Internet: Become familiar with the parts of an Internet browser and learn how to utilize links and perform basic searches.

Thursday, June 7, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Registration required. Registration opens May 24. Call (262) 843-3348.

Introduction to Word: Learn how to format and edit text using Microsoft Word. Monday, April 23, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Registration required. Registration opens April 9. Call (262) 843-3348.

Saturday, May 26, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Registration required. Registration opens May 12. Call (262) 843-3348.

Saturday, June 23, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration required. Registration opens June 9. Call (262) 843-3348.

Introduction to Excel: Learn how to create a spreadsheet, perform formatting functions and create basic formulas. Basic computer skills and the ability to use a keyboard and mouse are required for this class. People can also check out excel online free classes to learn more about Microsoft so they can advance their knowledge.

Wednesday, April 25, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Registration required. Registration opens April 11. Call (262) 843-3348.

Wednesday, May 2, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Registration required. Registration opens April 18. Call (262) 843-3348.

Wednesday, June 6, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Registration required. Registration opens May 23. Call (262) 843-3348.

Introduction to PowerPoint: Learn how to create a presentation using PowerPoint. Basic computer skills and the ability to use a keyboard and mouse are required for this class.

Thursday, April 26, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Registration required. Registration opens April 12. Call (262) 843-3348.

Friday, May 18, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Registration required. Registration opens May 4. Call (262) 843-3348.

Thursday, June 14, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Registration required. Registration opens May 31. Call (262) 843-3348.

Clutter-Free Living with Kids: Clutter coach Kathi Miller will present tips and techniques on how to get organized. Learn how to decide what to keep, what to get rid of and how to manage what’s left–from school work and sports gear to books and clothes.

Monday, April 16, 110 S. Lake Avenue, Twin Lakes, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Registration begins April 2. Call (262) 877-4281.

Saturday, May 5, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 10:30 a.m. to noon. Registration begins April 21. Call (262) 843-3348.

Daybreak Information Session: Daybreak Coordinator, Linda Johnson, will discuss the programs and assistance available to families caring for someone with memory loss.

Tuesday, April 17, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Registration begins April 3. Call (262) 843-3348.

Wednesday, April 18, 110 S. Lake Avenue, Twin Lakes, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Registration begins April 3. Call (262) 877-4281.

Home-Based Business: Plan to Prosper: Do you have a home-based business or would you like to start one? Explore the alternatives and opportunities in being your own boss. Presented by Roseann Shales of Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative. Thursday, April 19, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 10 a.m. to noon. Registration begins April 5. Call (262) 843-3348.

Senior Coffee Hour: Join us the second Wednesday of each month at Twin Lakes for healthy refreshments, programs for seniors, good conversation, and of course, coffee. Our May program will be a Medicare Chat Group with Janice Erickson of the Aging and Disability Resource Center.

Wednesday, May 9, 110 S. Lake Avenue, Twin Lakes, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. No registration necessary

Coupon Workshop: Judy Williams, the Racine Coupon Lady, will present her tips and techniques for finding, organizing and getting the most out of coupons.

Saturday, May 12, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 10 a.m. to noon. Registration begins April 28. Call (262) 843-3348.

Saturday, May 26, 110 S. Lake Avenue, Twin Lakes, 10 a.m. to noon. Registration begins May 12. Call (262) 877-4281.

Antique Appraisals: Bring in your treasures to find out what your family heirlooms are really worth. Antique and fine art appraiser Mark Moran will appraise fine art, furniture, ceramics, metal ware, folk art, photos and much more. Excluded from the event are weapons, fine jewelry including gemstones, pockets and wristwatches, and musical instruments. A complete list of accepted and unaccepted items is available at the library and on the library Web site.

Saturday, June 2, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Registration begins May 19. Call (262) 843-3348.

Homemade Body Scrubs: Learn how to make economical and skin-friendly face, hand, and body scrubs using everyday household ingredients. All supplies will be provided at the time of the program.

Tuesday, June 5, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Registration begins May 22. Call (262) 843-3348.

Wednesday, June 6, 110 S. Lake Avenue, Twin Lakes, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Registration begins May 23. Call (262) 877-4281.

Jewelry-Making Workshop: Make a beautiful pair of earrings and a matching pendant with local jewelry craftsman, Marcy Effinger. All supplies will be provided at the time of the program.

Monday, June 18, 110 S. Lake Avenue, Twin Lakes, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Registration begins June 4. Call (262) 877-4281.

Helen Keller: A Life Nearly Lost: At the age of two, Helen Keller experienced a life-threatening illness that plunged her into a dark, silent world. Through her teacher’s diligence and perseverance, Helen would become a world-renowned speaker and advocate for the disabled. Portrayed by Jessica Michna of First Impressions.

Tuesday, June 26, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Registration begins June 12. Call (262) 843-3348.

Genealogy Networking: Join our monthly genealogy networking group to share your favorite tips and techniques. Learn about new trends in genealogy and the tools and databases that are available.

Thursday, April 19, Thursday, May 17, Thursday, June 21, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. No registration needed

Book Discussions: Our book discussion group meets the first Tuesday of each month in a relaxed and comfortable setting. We read a variety of books from classics to contemporaries and everything in between. Registration is not required.

“The Annunciation of Francesca Dunn” by Janis Hollowell. Tuesday, May 1, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30pm

“Cutting for Stone” by Abraham Verghese, Tuesday, June 5, 24615 89th Street, Salem, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Please visit or call Community Library at (262) 843-3348 for more information or to reserve a copy of each book.


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