Adults

             

Programs for Adults
The library offers many programs for adults, from guest speakers to book discussion groups. All programs are held in the Eagle Municipal Building unless indicated.

The library will close at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, March 29 and reopen at 9;00 a.m. on Monday, April 1.

F.A.B.L.E.’S Friday Morning Coffee Hour
Stop in the library for coffee, a treat, and conversation between 9 – 11 am on Fridays.

Mah Jongg
Fridays, 1 – 3 pm
April 5, May 10 and 24, June 7 and 21, July 5 and 19, August 16, and 30
Mah Jongg is a game that originated in the mid 19th century in China. Since then it has spread throughout the world. It is played by 4 players or a version can be played by 3. It is a game of skill, strategy and luck. Beginners and experienced players welcome. Limit of 10 people. Sign up and register in person or call 262-594-2800.

Bingo and Wii Bowling for Adults
Bingo is at 10:00 a.m. and Wii Bowling is at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesdays
Join in the fun. Please register in advance with the library. 8 spots!
April 9, May 14, June 11, July 9, August 6, September 10

March Food Drive
Sponsored by the Eagle Lioness Lions and Eagle Lions Clubs
Please drop off items at the library and help us collect non-perishable food items for the Eagle Food Pantry during the entire month of March.

Adult Crafting
Tuesday, March 19
1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Come decorate some new kitchen towels for spring! Limited to 10 participants. To register, call 262-594-2800 or register in person at the library.

Cooks and Books
Wednesday, March 27
We will be discussing Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris by Paul Gallico. Food theme: 1950’s recipe. Please call 262-594-2800 to register. Limit 16.

Spring Drawing
April 1st – 30th
Winning include 1 $100 Pick N’ Save Gift Card and 1 $100 gas gift card. 1 entry by…checking out 5 items or 5 visits to the library. Multiple entries encouraged. Open to all ages!

Spring Drawing Bonus 
Bring in non-perishable foods for an extra entry between April 1st – 30th

Book Sale
April 1 – April 6
The Friends of the Library, Eagle will be having a book sale. Regular book sale prices on Monday and Tuesday and Wednesday – Saturday at noon will be $3 a bag. M – F will be 9:00 – 6:00 pm. Sat. will be 9 am – 12 pm. Gift Baskets will also be available. Sponsored by FA.B.L.E., The Friends of Alice Baker Library, Eagle.

Budgeting & Burning Questions
Wednesday, April 10
6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
It is never too late nor too soon to think about budgeting. Come for our program to go over budgeting basics and have your questions answered by professionals. Open to teens (14+) and adults. Come in or call to sign up at 262-594-2800.

Coffee and Cake Tasting Memory Café
Thursday, April 11 from 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.
Muskego Public Library, S73W16663 W Janesville Rd, Muskego, WI 53150

Join us as we celebrate one of our favorite food pairings! We will learn some coffee history and trivia, plus sample different flavors of coffee and coffee cakes from local businesses.

Registration is recommended but not required. You can register at www.librarymemoryproject.org or by calling the Muskego Public Library at (262) 971-2100.

“Nature Photography”: Badger Talk with Edgar Spalding
Monday, April 29
6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Edgar Spalding grew up in rural Nova Scotia and became deeply interested in nature, and a life-long birder (including photography). He joined the faculty at UW-Madison in 1994 and is a professor in the Department of Botany. 

This is a program for all ages and please register for this program by coming in the library or calling 262-594-2800. It will be offered in-person or via Zoom. Please write to rsvplibraryprograms@gmail.com with “Nature Photography” in the subject line and you will receive Zoom information prior to the program.

Purple Springs Bingo Memory Café
Thursday, May 9 from 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.
Mukwonago Community Library, 511 Division Street, Mukwonago, WI 53149

Whether you’re looking to meet new people or there for the thrill of the game, Purple Springs will be hosting bingo at the Mukwonago Community Library this month! We will provide everything you need to play including small prizes for the winners each round. Snacks and drinks will also be provided.

This event will take place in the Community Room at the Mukwonago Community Library. Handicap accessible parking is available near the entrance of the Library. No steps required to enter the building. Registration is recommended but not required. You can register at www.librarymemoryproject.org or by calling (262) 363-6411.

Maximize Your Medicare Benefits! 
Lunch and Learn — Please bring your own lunch
Tuesday, May 21 from 12:00 – 1:15 p.m.
Please call 262-594-2800 to register or send an email to chase@eagle.lib.wi.us

Learn more about your Medicare options! This presentation will provide an overview of Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D as well as supplemental insurance and an explanation of how they all fit together. The program will also include information about Medicare’s annaul enrollment period (October 15 – December 7) and an explanation of how to use and understand the plan comparison tool on Medicare’s website: www.medicare.gov.

In Conversation with Author, Shawn M. Verdoni
Saturday, June 29
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Join us to celebrate the much anticipated book release of Canoodling Always and Forever (Book 3) by Shawn M. Verdoni. The author will read from her book, sell and sign books. Light refreshments.

Book synopsis: Aurelie Beres is battling crippling loss and depression. She’s self-soothing through the addictive behaviors of binge drinking and casual sex. Dillion Clark is a straight-arrow Episcopal priest whose wife’s cancer death destroys his perfect life and leaves him the sole parent to three young children. Can a chance meeting in northern Wisconsin begin their healing? Or will grief destroy them completely?