Fond du Lac Public Library announce March events

Learn the backstory to Fond du Lac’s Haentze Floral Co. during History at Home at the Fond du Lac Public Library

Anyone who has purchased flowers in Fond du Lac likely knows Haentze Floral Co., which has been an anchor in the Fond du Lac community since 1858.

From floral supply trade to wholesale greenhouse to retail florist, the Haentze Floral Co. has done it all for more than 160 years. Since 2022, the family has also owned Wood’s Floral & Gifts, located in downtown Fond du Lac.

Learn about the history of not only the company but the six generations of family behind it during History at Home on Thursday, March 13 at 6 p.m. This program of the Fond du Lac Public Library will be held in the McLane Room.

Join History at Home in person or watch from home via the library’s Facebook page at facebook.com/FDLPL. No registration required to view the program.

Join the Oshkosh Rhythm Institute for a Community Drum Circle at the Fond du Lac Public Library

Connect with others and enjoy a fun morning of rhythm and music on Saturday, March 15 at 11 a.m. at the Fond du Lac Public Library.

Register starting March 1 at calendar.fdlpl.org to join the Community Style Drum Circle in the library’s McLane Room; this will offer a fun, interactive activity for all ages to enjoy together.

Presented by the Oshkosh Rhythm Institute, a professional facilitator will invite participants to use drums and percussion instruments from all over the world to make beautiful music in the moment.

All ages and skill levels welcome, no experience necessary, and no need to bring an instrument. This program will be presented as a journey in rhythm in a safe environment.

Give stuffed animals an adventure at the Fond du Lac Public Library during March

Kids can give their favorite stuffed animal the adventure of a lifetime at the Fond du Lac Public Library.

Among the activities planned for March is the library’s annual Stuffed Animal Sleepover. For this popular event, drop off a stuffed animal at the library on Friday, March 7 at 5 p.m. Kids then can stay for a short storytime and get their stuffed friends ready for the sleepover. They can return the next morning at 9:30 a.m. to find out about all the fun the animals had overnight.

Registration is required for this event at calendar.fdlpl.org.

Other youth activities planned during February include:

· Wednesday, March 5 at 1:30 p.m. in the Discovery Room: Drop in to Homeschool Hour to connect with other homeschooled students while learning something new. Learn about Caldecott Award winners and about picture books in general. No registration required.

· Tuesday, March 11 at 6 p.m. in the McLane Room: Drop into the latest meeting of the FDLPL Rook Club. Chess players of all ages and abilities are invited for friendly gameplay; experienced players are encouraged to assist newer players. No registration required.

· Wednesday, March 12 at 4:30 p.m. in the Discovery Room: Visit Crafty Kids to make pom-pom flower bookmarks. No registration required.

· Friday, March 14 at 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.: Youth ages 5-12 will learn to paint a Happy Hippo during Paint-Along. Register starting Feb. 28 at calendar.fdlpl.org.

· Monday, March 17 at 4:30 p.m. in the Discovery Room: Join Maker Mondays to make a creature lamp with fiber optic hair. No registration required.

· Tuesday, March 25 at 4:30 p.m. in the Discovery Room: Visit with a trained therapy dog and practice your reading skills. These dogs are great listeners.

Teens, meanwhile, have plenty planned as well, including a special ACT Prep session on Monday, March 3 at 5 p.m. in the Discovery Room. High schoolers may drop in for an overview of the

test, preparation tips, and to learn more about resources from the library and beyond that can help on test day. No registration required.

Other events for teens include:

· Monday, March 10 through Sunday, March 16: Register for a Browser’s Cache bag, complete with a checked-out book and more, that can be picked up later in the month. Theme:The Nick of Time.

· Tuesday, March 4 at 4:30 p.m. in the Discovery Room: Drop into Anime Afternoon to see a few episodes of anime and enjoy a few snacks. Cosplay is welcome. No registration required.

· Monday, March 10 and Monday, March 24 at 4:30 p.m. in the Teen Area: Drop in for some dedicated writing workshop time. Connect with other writers, and bring what you’re working on. We’ll offer writing prompts as well.

· Tuesday, March 18 at 4:30 p.m. in the Discovery Room: Drop into Play with Your Food this month for a noodle-themed activity. No registration required.

· Thursday, March 20 at 4:30 p.m. in the Teen Space: Get ready for a tabletop roleplaying adventure during Ready, Set, Roleplay. Bring your own Level 1 character or use one provided. All experience levels are welcome. For grades 6-12. No registration required.