June Movies

Come see movies at the library for FREE!

ONE FOR THE MONEY (2012)

• Tuesday, June 19 at 2:15 PM
• Thursday, June 21 at 6:15 PM

Newly-divorced, just out of a job, broke and desperate Stephanie Plum just has found work as a bail bondsman. This is her first collar—a man who broke her heart in high school, a cop who is wanted for murder. Starring Katherine Heigl, Daniel Sunjata and John Leguizamo. Directed by Julie Anne Robinson. Rated PG-13, 91 minutes.

SHERLOCK HOLMES: A GAME OF SHADOWS (2011)

• Tuesday, June 19 at 6:15 PM
• Thursday, June 21 at 2:15 PM

Sherlock and Doctor Watson take on the evil Professor Moriarty, with help from brother Mycroft Holmes and a gypsy. Starring Robert Downey, Jr., Jude Law, Jared Harris and Stephen Fry. Directed by Guy Ritchie. Rated PG-13, 129 minutes.

The Fine Print for Kids

Due to some last minute programming changes, publication of the children's newsletter will be delayed. We will get the information out to you as soon as possible. Youth program registration will still begin on June 1st. We apologize for the delay.

The Fine Print

The Summer 2012 edition of the Library's newsletter, The Fine Print is available online now!

Free printed copies will soon available at the library.

Adult Summer Reading Program

The Menomonee Falls Public Library presents Between the Covers, this year's Adult Summer Reading program. Sign up at the Adult Reference desk starting Monday, June 4.

You can read anything—a non-fiction book, a fiction book, an audio book, Playaways, and even e-books. Enter one book per week to win prizes drawn every Friday until August 3. A grand prize will be drawn from all the entries after the program ends. For further information, call Karen at 262-532-8912.

Employment Opportunity

The library is looking to hire a Library Page II (part-time). See the complete job announcement below.

Library Page II (pdf)

Heather Sanders, Youth Volunteer of the Year

Heather Sanders was awarded Youth Volunteer of the Year award by the United Way of Waukesha County for her service to the Menomonee Falls Public Library during the summer of 2011.

Heather spent more than 230 hours with the library, assisting classes, organizing resources, and serving as a youth leader and mentor. She helped us form the teen volunteer program by participating in planning sessions, coming up with great ideas, and acting as a model volunteer. We were so impressed that we nominated Heather and are pleased to congratulate her on winning this prestigious award!

We are so proud of her, and grateful for all the time and talent she shared with us. If you see Heather around the library this summer, be sure to say hello and offer her your thanks for her dedicated service to the library.

Memorial Day Parade

School-age kids, teens, and parents can march with the Menomonee Falls Library to promote our summer activities with a banner and flyers.

Kids under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

Participants should wear a colorful t-shirt to go with the hats and leis we will provide.

Each parent must provide a phone number where they could be immediately reached during the parade if necessary.

Exact time & assembly location will be provided at a later date. Parents are responsible for picking up their children after the parade at Neu’s Hardware in the River Court shopping center, where each will receive a treat for participating.

Please sign up by May 25 in person in the Youth Library or by calling the Youth Reference desk at 532-8915.

Train Day

On Saturday, May 19 from 10:00am to 2:00pm, the Library will host a railroad demonstration with the Lionel Railroad Club of Milwaukee to celebrate railroads in America. The Railroad club members will bring their railroads, set them up, run them and answer any questions about them. The program will be held in the Community Meeting Room and is free. For more information, please call Karen at 262-532-8912.

Teen Summer Reading Program

You can “Own the Night” at the library during our 2012 Teen Summer Reading Program! Sign up on the second floor of the library starting Monday, June 4th.

Read one book per week and enter your name to win prizes such as flash drives, book bags, and free books. This year, we will also have passes to local attractions such as Pizza Hut, the Milwaukee Brewers, Discovery World, and the Mitchell Park Domes. A grand prize will be drawn after the program ends on Saturday, August 4th. Stop by the Teen Zone and check out some great summer reading!

Wii Gaming @ the Library

On Saturday, July 21st, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, the library will host an open Nintendo Wii gaming event for teens in our Youth Program Room. We will have a variety of games available, including Mario Kart, Super Smash Brothers, and Wii Sports Resort. Snacks and cold beverages will be served. Open to ages 12 to 19. No advance registration is necessary – just show up and play!

Chess Tournament

The library will host a chess tournament on Saturday, June 23rd, in the Meeting Room. Ben Corcoran of Benzo Chess will be coordinating this event. Registration begins at 9:00 AM, with play beginning at 10:00 AM. Chess boards will be provided. Adult and Scholastic (under 18) sections will be available. Free to anyone who wants to test their chess skills!

Harry Potter Movie Matinees @ Your Library

Come see these FREE showings of the final two Harry Potter films in our meeting room!

• Tuesday, July 10 at 2:15 PM: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1 (PG-13, 146 min.)
• Thursday, July 12 at 2:15 PM: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2 (PG-13, 130 min.)

Social Networking @ MFPL

Interested in the latest book releases for teens? Looking for the most current teen program information? Make sure to check out our Teen Zone blog or “like” us on Facebook.

Computer Classes

The computer class schedule for May and June has been posted.

Register for classes in person at the second floor reference desk or over the phone by calling 532-8920.

Shop Amazon and help the Library

Do you shop at Amazon? If so, you can help the library at no cost to yourself!

Click on any of the Amazon links located throughout this website or the library's catalog for more information.

The MFPL website is now mobile!

Search the catalog, place holds, renew items and access library information easily from your smart phone with our new mobile website and free iPhone and Android apps. Visit the mobile website via the “mobile” links on our catalog and website, or search for “Libraryanywhere” in the Apple App Store or the Android Marketplace.

Speak Up for Your Library

We know you value the Menomonee Falls Public Library. Each time you attend one of our many programs, use a computer or check out a book, movie or music CD you make a continued investment in MFPL. And for that we'd like to thank you.

But the time has come for you to speak up and lend your voice in support!

Increasingly in today's political and economic climate, there are times when this library needs your voice, or when the libraries of the Waukesha County Federated Library System need your help.

Add your voice to the growing chorus! Click here to Speak Up for Your Library.

Public Domain eBooks

Over 15,000 titles found in the public domain are now available in one place.

This downloadable collection of ePub books can be viewed on most eReaders, including Sony eReaders and the Nook. However, these eBooks will not work with Amazon's Kindle.

Start browsing the collection.

To view these eBooks on a computer, you will need to download and install Adobe Digital Editions.

• SEARCH THE CATALOG
• SEARCH GUIDE
• WEB CATALOG TIPS
• MY ACCOUNT