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Check Out These Upcoming Events!

Triptych Book Club

Wednesday, October 23 - 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Rosenberry Lounge

Read what catches your eye!

Triptych Book Club offers a graphic novel, a kids novel, and a teen novel with a similar theme. We will discuss the theme, learn trivia, DIY Project, and enjoy a snack.

Open Lab

Wednesday, October 23 - 3:30pm to 5:00pm
The Workshop

Anyone is welcome to come into the Workshop to explore and see what it has to offer. Try your hand at sphero, osmo, snap circuits, and 3D printing, or many other options to nurture your inner scientist.

Sugar Skull Decorating

Wednesday, October 23 - 6:00pm
The Workshop

Decorate a sugar skull with colorful patterns of icing for the Day of the Dead, a traditional Mexican holiday that begins October 31.

Memory Screening - Registration Required

Offered by Dane County Aging and Disability Resource Center Memory Care Specialists

Thursday, October 24 - 9:00am
Room D

A memory screen is a wellness tool that helps identify possible changes in memory.

Getting to Know Medicare

Presented by Jesse Grutz

Thursday, October 24 - 4:30pm
Classroom - Lower Level

This class is for those new to Medicare, as well as those currently enrolled. We’ll cover the component parts of Medicare, discuss recent changes, and options for managing health care costs in retirement.

Three balls of yarn for knitting

Dewey Stitchers

Thursday, October 24 - 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Room C

Bring your knitting, crocheting, cross stitch, embroidery, crewel or any other fiber art you may be working on or want learn about.

Visiting the Beyond

Presented by Curt Strutz, Paranormal Investigator

Thursday, October 24 - 6:00pm
Community Room

Ever wonder what the inside of a real haunted house looks like?

Retirement & Taxes Simplified

With Jesse Grutz

Thursday, October 24 - 6:00pm
Classroom - Lower Level

This class is designed for those looking for a worry-free retirement. Learn about these important topics:

GLADIUS in Concert - Registration Required

Flamenco/Classical/Jazz Guitar

Friday, October 25 - 6:00pm
Community Room

Registration: Register!

Halloween Party

Saturday, October 26 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Community Room

Costumes are welcome!
Get ready for a thrilling good time.
Contests, games, crafts, snacks, and more abound at our haunted party.

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