GREEN BOOK (PG-13, 130 minutes )
Starring Viggo Mortensen and Mahershala Ali.
A working-class Italian-American bouncer becomes the driver of an African-American classical pianist on a tour of venues through the 1960s American South.
Events - Adults
Monday, May 13
Do you enjoy reading but don't have time for a traditional book club? Try Short Story Night instead! Join us at Lion's Tail Brewing in downtown Neenah, Monday, May 13th, at 7:00pm as we discuss "The Short Happy Life of Francis Macomber" by Ernest Hemingway. Like a cross between a traditional book club and a late night talk show, Short Story Night includes trivia, commentary, discussion, author interviews and more. Read the stories online before Monday’s discussion at www.neenahlibrary.org/shortstory or pick up a copy at the Neenah Public Library reference desk. No registration required.
For more information, please contact the Neenah Public Library adult reference desk by phone: 920-886-6315 or e-mail: Library@neenahlibrary.org.
Tuesday, May 14
Free legal assistance is available to individuals who need help with simple legal questions, assistance with forms, or referrals to attorneys who offer reduced-cost and /or unbundled services. Volunteer lawyers and pre-law students from UW-Oshkosh will be available to offer help in the following case types: family law, small claims, domestic abuse/harassment injunctions, probate/wills or guardianships, and property disputes.
If accommodations are needed to participate, please contact the library administrative office at 920-886-6301 or by email at library@neenahlibrary.org at least 24 hours in advance of the program.
Wednesday, May 15
Join us for conversation, refreshments, and of course, knitting!
The first & third Wednesdays of each month (unless otherwise noted) at 6:30pm in the 2nd floor Carpenter Room.
Bring your latest project or one that you are struggling to complete. Learn about charity knitting projects.
For new knitters, experienced knitters, crocheters and other needle crafters - all ages are welcome!
Please contact Adult Services with any questions!
920-886-6315 or Library@neenahlibrary.org
Thursday, May 16
Drop in for a friendly game of chess every Thursday evening from 6:00pm until 8:00pm. All ages and skill levels are encouraged to attend. Even if you have never played, but are interested in learning, stop by and we will teach you. No registration or chess boards required. Chess is played on the library's second floor.
Bring music you're working on, something you're having trouble with, play a solo or a duet for the group, play along with your fellow ukers. All skill levels welcome!
Ukers will meet in the first floor Story Time Room.
Friday, May 17
Join the talented instructors from Absolute Wellness in this ballet inspired workout.
Sunday, May 19
Are you interested in learning how to play Dungeons and Dragons? Join us every Sunday at 1:00pm in the second floor Aylward Room at the Neenah Public Library. This friendly Dungeons and Dragons group is always looking for few more adventurers. This is a great introduction for newbies, or people simple looking for a gaming group. No registration is required for this free event.
This is group is for adults 18 and older.
Instrumental acoustic jazz influenced by the legendary Roma Gypsy Jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt!
"The ensemble also pulls influences from American jazz, European Folk Music, traditional Latin, Parisian waltz, and other vintage-jazz sources. Expect a range of tunes from the “Hot Swing" repertoire, originals, and standards done in uniquely arranged styles.”
For more information about this fantastic group, visit Caravan online.
Friends of the Neenah Public Library Concert Series
Join us at the library for afternoon concerts from a variety of unique and talented artists!
The hour-long concerts begin at 2:00 PM, October to May, in the Shattuck Community Room. Performances are free and open to the public. The concert series is sponsored by The Friends of the Neenah Public Library.