My LINKcat AccountPhoto Group - Play of Light
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Zoom
"In the right light, at the right time, everything is extraordinary.” —Aaron Rose, American film director & artist
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Book Study: Stamped From the Beginning by Ibram X. Kendi - Registration Required
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Zoom
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Suggested Weekly Reading and Reflection Questions
Learn the history of how racist ideas were created, spread, and became deeply rooted in American society as you read and discuss this National Book Award winner.
Taking Flight - Registration Required
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Zoom
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Whether you’re a casual bird-watcher, a hard-core life-lister, or simply someone who loves the outdoors, you'll encounter new ways of thinking about birds, people, and the extraordinary history that connects them at this program.
A Fall Harvest of Poetry - Registration Required
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Zoom
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Autumn brings to mind cool days, hot soup, harvest, birds migrating, and family gatherings.
While every season lends itself to poetry, the colorful trees of fall help us to notice the beauty of life.
You’re invited to share your poetry related to fall, or read a poem that inspires you.
Warriors, Saints and Scoundrels - Registration Required
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Zoom
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Have you ever wondered who created the Hodag? Who helped America’s Dairyland become known for its cheese? Who won the vote for African Americans in Wisconsin? Who made “Forward” the state motto?
Listen to entertaining tales of weird and wonderful characters, from fishermen and fur traders to poets and politicians. Join us as Michael Edmonds brings Wisconsin history to life.
Photo Group - Play of Light
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Zoom & Library Community Room
Light is the name of the game in most visual arts, especially photography. How would you interpret the play of light photographically?
In this assignment, the only subject is light and how it combines with line, structure, texture, and shape.
“Light makes photography. Embrace light. Admire it. Love it. But above all, know light. Know it for all you are worth, and you will know the key to photography.” – George Eastman
Elizabeth Cady Stanton - Registration Required
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Zoom
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Elizabeth Cady Stanton fought for equal rights for women for over fifty years.
Upon her death in 1902 she left behind a legacy of her crusade for female equality and myriad writings that would inspire feminists for over a century to come.
Black Male Suffrage in Early Wisconsin - Registration Required
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Zoom
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On October 31, 1865 Ezekiel Gillespie, a black Milwaukee resident, asked that his name be added to the list of eligible voters.
He was refused. The next day he went to the polls to vote. He was again turned away on account of his race. Listen to the rest of the story as Dr. Christy Clark-Pujara illuminates the history of black male suffrage in Wisconsin in this virtual program.
Leaves of Peace - Poetry Reading
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Zoom
Leaves of Peace is an anthology of poems written by Wisconsin Poets.
Whether it's peace of heart, peace of mind, or peace across the land that you're hoping to hear or share, join us on August 3 and be inspired!
Listen to poems from the collection and perhaps bring one of yours to share.
Contact jhenze [at] deforestlibrary.org to receive an invitation to Zoom.
Photography Group - A Day in My Town
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Zoom & Library Community Room
This month’s challenge is to create a series of images that document your town.
Because we have some members of our group who live in places other than DeForest, take your camera wherever you call home this month, whether it is Madison, Cottage Grove, or even Boulder Junction.
Capture the daily life of your community through streets, buildings, natural features, and events.
Practice social distancing while capturing your images!
This group is sponsored by the library and is open to the public. New members and visitors are always welcome!