Events & Programs for Adults
Frugal Friends
​Join us at the Monroe Public Library for quarterly programs that share ways to save money, time, and/or energy! 

​Easy Food Preserving with Megan Cain
Saturday, August 25 at 10:00 AM

Megan Cain, The Creative Vegetable Gardener, will present a workshop on preserving food without canning. Learn the quickest and easiest ways to preserve vegetables, fruits, and herbs so you can enjoy food from your garden all year round. ​This event is free and open to all.
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Summer at the Library
Musical Movie Mondays
Mondays in August at 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM
All are welcome. Children 6 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Cinderella (animated, 1950)
August 20 @ 2:00

Footloose (1984)
August 27 @ 2:00
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Chicago
August 27 @ 6:00
Monthly Events
PaperCraft
4th Thursdays at 6:00 PM
No event December 27

Creative making events for adults of all ages. Crafters of any and all skill levels are welcome to join us. Express your creativity! 
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​August 23: Paper Gardens
September 27: Stencil-cut Paper Pendants
October 25: Paper Wreaths
November 29 (fifth Thursday): Mandala Drawing

Note: children ages 10 and up are welcome if attending together with a parent or other adult.
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Board Game Night
​4th Wednesdays from 5:30-8:45 PM
​No event December 26
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Game on! If you are interested in playing board games, word games, and tabletop games, you are invited to drop in for Board Game Night. Feel free to bring a game — the group will decide what to play. Join us in the first floor conference room. Adults only.
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Library Lunchtime Book Club
2nd Wednesdays at 11:00 AM

Our daytime book club is an informal discussion group reading a varied selection of fiction and nonfiction books. Feel free to come when you can, or only when the book interests you. Please bring a lunch, if you like! You may pick up a copy of each month’s selection at the Checkout Desk, beginning on the first day of the preceding month.
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Wanderlust Book Club
3rd Tuesdays at 6:00 PM

Our evening book club reads globally, discussing fiction and nonfiction books from around the world, with a focus on books taking place outside the United States. Interested? Feel free to come when you can! You can pick up a copy of each month's selection at the Checkout Desk.
Events for Adults​
Fall 2018 // September 10 to December 21
All programs and events are listed on our Events calendar.​
Monroe Makeover Monday
Tap into the knowledge of local experts to gain new information and have fun! Stay tuned for info about events in the fall and winter.
Kindness Rocks!
Monday, September 10 at 6:30 PM
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Join us for a special kind of rock painting! Karen Hudson will share about the Kindness Rocks movement while we paint rocks to take home, and to share with Cheese Days visitors. All materials provided, but feel free to bring a rock if you like! For adults and older teens.
Leadership Book Share
Monday, October 8 at 5:30 PM
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This informal discussion group will share the latest and best in leadership and management books. Please bring a leadership book to share that made an impact on your life. Adults only.
Heart Health
Monday, October 22 at 6:30 PM
Presented in partnership with Wisconsin Women's Health Foundation & Grapevine

What makes your heart healthy? Learn about your personal risks and how you can set reasonable goals for change. Plus, get an inside look at cardiac rehab and have your blood pressure taken. Adults only. Please sign up in advance by October 15.
RC Vehicles & Drones
Monday, November 26 at 6:30 PM
@ Discount America, 910 30th Street
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Test drive radio-controlled cars on a new indoor track and learn about other hobby vehicles with the experts at Discount America Hobby and Motorsports. This event will take place offsite at Discount America’s new location. Please sign up in advance by November 19. All are welcome.
​Massage Basics
Monday, December 10 at 6:30 PM
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Massage has powers to relax stiff muscles and soothe the soul. Join Licensed Massage Therapist Amy Whiteman, founder of Iaomai Massage, to learn some of the basics. Bring a friend and learn together! Adults only. Please sign up in advance by December 3.
Frugal Friends
​Join us at the Monroe Public Library for quarterly programs that share ways to save money, time, and/or energy! ​
Extreme Couponing
Saturday, October 6 at 2:00 PM
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Love to save money? Learn how to stretch your budget and stockpile goods for a rainy day. Brooke Bauman will demonstrate how to use traditional coupons, internet printables, apps, coupon codes, and more, to improve your money-saving skills! All are welcome.
Special Events
Astronomy For All
Friday, September 21 at 7:00 PM
after regular hours
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Astronomer Kevin Manning, a former consultant with NASA, has always been passionate about astronomy, and wants to share the excitement with you! You’ll learn about the size and scale of the universe, the stars, and other celestial wonders using hands-on activities and assorted visuals. This event, while geared toward families, is open to all.
Wine Bingo
Monday, September 24 at 6:30 PM
@ Minhas Kitchen, 1404 13th St
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Want to learn more about wine? Join us for a fun spin on wine tasting at Wine Bingo! Located offsite at Minhas Kitchen. Cover charge: TBD. Open to adults ages 21 and over. Please sign up in advance by September 17.
Dark Tales for Daring Kids
Friday, October 26 at 3:00 PM
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Join us for spooky tricks and treats from storyteller Rebecca Hom.  Funny-scary, tingly and thought-provoking tales for all-ages! No school in Monroe today. This event, while geared toward grades K-12, is open to all.
Sand, Snakes, & Silver Wings:
The Women’s Airforce Service Pilots of WWII
Saturday, October 27 at 10:00 AM
Presented in partnership with Behring Senior Center
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Discover a little-known part of American history, as storyteller Rebecca Hom shares the stories of WASP (Women’s Airforce Service Pilots), a civilian force of 1,100 women pilots who became the first females to fly military aircraft. Their proficiency, enthusiasm and spirit served the country and broke the norm, paving the way for the inclusion of female pilots in the future. All are welcome.
​Recipe Club
Monday, November 12 at 6:30 PM
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Love to cook and share recipes with others? Come to the first meeting of the Recipe Club tasting and discussion group. Bring a written or typed recipe card ahead of time. For the event, prepare and bring your favorite dish for Thanksgiving or another family gathering. Be ready to share the story behind your dish with the group. Adults only. Please sign up in advance by November 5.
Shop Small Gift Wrapping
Saturday, November 24
from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
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It’s Shop Small Saturday: get started on shopping and support local business! Bring any present purchased in downtown Monroe and have it gift wrapped for free. One gift per person, please. All are welcome.