Adult Programs

The Adult Library is a comfortable space in the Library for reading, studying, or working. Within the Adult Library is our Periodical Area containing a beautiful fireplace to sit by while reading our newspapers and magazines.. We also offer a public Conference Room, History Wall, restrooms, and computer area. Before you enter the Adult Library you will walk past our New Arrivals area where all of the new items added to the Adult collection are kept. Enjoy the monthly art displays on our Viroqua Area Foundation Community Art Wall and inside our Marie Weltzin Art Display case.  For a complete schedule of upcoming adult programs please scroll down.

All library programs are of no-cost to our patrons. 

To view recorded programs, please visit our YouTube channel HERE, or go to McIntosh Memorial Library Viroqua, @mcintoshmemoriallibraryvir9220

 

To register for adult programs, click HERE

We are shifting to an online registration system for our programming. Please fill out the form above to register for the program you are interested in.  You will be notified within 7 business days with either a confirmation email, or a notification that you are on the waitlist.

Please contact [email protected] or 608-637-7151 ext. 7 with questions.

Adult Advisory Group (AAG)

Third Thursday of the month at 1:00pm in the Library

The McIntosh Memorial Library is starting an Adult Advisory Group, or AAG for short. The group will come together, share ideas, generate what volunteer opportunities are available, and help reflect what the communities needs are so that we as a library, are catering to all who need us. Please consider joining! If you are interested please email Maggie at [email protected] phone: 608-637-7151 ext. 7.

 

 Programs include:

Bring Your Own Book Club (B.Y.O.B.C.)

4th Thursday of the Month

5:30 pm at Magpie Gelato 113 S Main St, Viroqua, WI 54665

Registration Required.

Join us for something new, and a twist to the classic book club. B.Y.O.B.C. is a book club where readers are invited to share and discuss 1-3 books they have been reading. Bring your books of choice, and be ready to share your recommendations!

Each month, there is a suggested “theme” for those who’d like some guidance. But feel free to break free of the mold.

March: A strong female main character.

April: A book you chose because of the cover.

May: A book by a local author.

 

Book Read and Discussion: My Two Elaines by Martin Schreiber

With the ADRC of Vernon County

Friday, April 5th at 10:00am at the McIntosh Memorial Library.

The McIntosh Memorial Library, and the ADRC of Vernon County are hosting a Book read with a Book Discussion. Join us in reading the book My Two Elaines: Learning, Coping, and Surviving as an Alzheimer’s Caregiver” by author and former Wisconsin Governor Martin Schreiber. Books are available through the library starting March 1st.

To receive a book and be a part of the discussion please register online. Link at top of page.

Following the book discussion at the library, the author, former Wisconsin Governor Martin Schreiber, will be presenting at the Ridges and Rivers Book festival in Viroqua on Friday, April 26th at 2:30pm at Bethel Home. This event is free to the public. www.ridgesandriversbookfestival.com

 

Solar Eclipse: A Library Celebration

There are a bunch of programs happening for all ages. Join us!

Paint the Moon: Thursday, March 21st at 5:30pm In the Program Room Adult Ages Registration Required. This is an instructed, step-by-step class for those who paint at a beginner to intermediate level. Materials are provided and you will leave with a beautiful “moon-scape”! Adult Acrylic Art Class for more information, scroll down.

Solar Eclipse Astrology with Ryan Evans: Tuesday, March 26th at 5:30pm In the Lobby Best for Adults Evolutionary astrologist, Ryan Evans, will guide this class through the great rhythms of the cosmos to experience the astrological influences of solar eclipse magic! For more information, scroll down.

Star Lab Planetarium For Families!: Wednesday, March 27th 5:30-6:45pm Registration Required (Registration on The Youth Programming Page) Take a tour of the solar system in a large, mobile planetarium in the library’s lobby.

How Can we Find Other Life in the Universe? With Professor Thomas Beatty University of Wisconsin-Madison. Monday, April 1st at 5:30pm. In the Lobby . Are we alone in the universe? This question has been asked for over two thousand years, and we now possess the tools and techniques necessary to answer it.

Solar Eclipse Watch Party! Monday, April 8th 12:30-1:30pm View the solar eclipse safely through a high-powered telescope a “solar scope”. Live stream of the total solar eclipse.

 

How Can We Find Other Life In The Universe?

With Professor Thomas Beatty University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Monday, April 1st at 5:30pm. In the Lobby .

Are we alone in the universe? This question has been asked for over two thousand years, and we now possess the tools and techniques necessary to answer it. Professor Beatty will discuss what we want to look for on other planets to see if there is life. Further information will be shared on research being conducted at UW using current and future telescopes.

What Is WAV?

With Ben Johnston, WAV Coordinator of the Valley Stewardship Network

Thursday, April 4th at 5:30pm in the Lobby

Join us in learning more about the Water Action Volunteer opportunity through the Valley Stewardship Network. Every year they seek out people who enjoy being outside and who would like to spend a little time each month getting to know their local stream better by sampling the water quality. It’s an activity that’s fun to do with friends and family.

Meet Your Neighbor:

All Things Fire Department

Friday, April 19th at 10:00am. In the McIntosh Memorial Library lobby.

Join the McIntosh Memorial Library for a monthly program called Meet Your Neighbor where local community member, leaders and organizations come and speak about topics involving the city of Viroqua and Vernon County.

Fire Chief Chad Buros will be at the library to talk all things fire department. He will talk about our local Viroqua Fire Department, and fire safety in general. As we change seasons where dry, and hot weather is eventually coming our way, what are some things that homes and businesses can do to prepare for what we hope will never happen. What fire safety tips and tricks should be common practice.

 

Macular Degeneration

With Dr. Troy McKay, Optometrist with Gundersen Health

Wednesday, April 24th @2:15pm. In the Library lobby

In Partnership with the Vernon County Over 50

How can our age and other risk factors lead to severe vision problems? Learn how early detection can benefit us all!

Art Programs:

All Adult Programs require registration.

Click here to register

How to Draw: Flowers

When: Thursday, April 18th at 5:30pm

Where: The McIntosh Memorial Library Program Room

Join the Adult Programming and Outreach Coordinator, Maggie Strittmater, for an adult art program “How to Draw: Flowers”. This is a beginner’s level class where there will be step by step and guided how-to on how to draw flowers. We will be drawing Daffodils, and other flowers will be available for self-exploration. Create a bouquet, or focus on mastering a single type of flower. Let’s welcome spring with this wonderful art program!

Registration Required.

 

Sewing Potholders

With Beth Smith

Tuesday, April 23rd 10:00 am- 12:00 pm In the McIntosh Memorial Library Program Room

Join us for a fun beginners/intermediate level sewing class. We will provide all you need, but feel free to bring your favorite fabric if you have one you wish to use.

Registration Required.

Groups:

Chess Club 65

Wednesdays from 4:00pm-6:00pm January 3rd-May 15th 2024.

Whether you know how to play chess or want to learn we’re bringing a Chess Club 65 to the McIntosh Memorial Library! All ages and all levels of experience are welcome.

 

The Fellowship

Islands of Brilliance:

Small Group Classes for Those on Autism Spectrum

Wednesdays from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. at the McIntosh Memorial Library.

This program will bring together neurodiverse teens and young adults in the Viroqua area.

Interested participants can connect with us at https://islandsofbrilliance.app.neoncrm.com/forms/connectwithus or call (262) 224-4230. To ensure individual attention, each community fellowship is limited to 10 participants.

The weekly, 60-minute sessions run February through September and will be led by a local educator and artist who have been hired and trained by IOB. Many of the Brilliant Fellows identify as neurodivergent and/or have close ties to the autism community.

The Fellowship is being held in-person on Wednesdays from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. at the McIntosh Memorial Library. The classes couple a creative hands-on activity with a technology component that helps students express themselves and encourages them to develop positive interaction skills. In addition, attendees will establish connections with peers and mentors in their community, which can help address the isolation that neurodiverse teens and young adults often face.

Funding for the program came from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services through a grant using American Rescue Plan Act dollars.

 

 

Woodcarving Group

With John Sutton and Local Carvers

SATURDAY’s, 10:00AM-12:00PM

April 13th, 2024

For ages 9+ Under 18, an adult must be present

Registration is Required. Please stop by the library or call 608-637-7151 ext. 6

Please bring your own tools if you have them

What to Expect: Workshops are subject to change

  • Workshop 6+:
    • Guest’s Show and tell
    • Patterns
    • Finishing
    • And more!

Past Conversations

Press the link above to watch previously recorded Conversations programs!

Many of our Past Programs are available on our YouTube page. Click Here for our YouTube page or search McIntosh Memorial Library Viroqua on the YouTube home page.

 

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