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Week of May 9, 2022

Wednesday, May 11

STORYTELLING with Weeya Calif as part of the Fox Cities Reads

Come listen to traditional stories told by Weeya Calif. She comes from a long line of oral storytellers. She dresses in authentic 18th Century clothing. Her stories have been passed down from many generations and teach important lessons, ways of life and how things came to be.  Weeya Calif, a member of The Echota Cherokee Tribe of Alabama and is a professional artist, art educator, and storyteller.

Weeya recently became the recipient of the Golden Apple Award which is given to teachers of distinction annually. She encourages her students to be their best selves and to be kind. She looks forward to sharing her stories with you.

 

Funded in part by a grant from Wisconsin Humanities, with funds from the National Endowment for the Humanities and its A More Perfect Union initiative, and the State of Wisconsin.

This program is free and open to the public.  To see more events in relation to the Fox Cities Reads, please visit: https://foxcitiesbookfestival.org/fox-cities-reads/

 

Thursday, May 12

**Today we will meet at Memorial Park**

We will meet at the Tullar Shelter in Memorial Park. This is the "old shelter", enter from Tullar Road or Gay Drive.  Please check event calendar for location information on future dates.

Build better brains and bodies with active outdoor discovery! Wild Child Adventure Storytime will be held outdoors at various parks in or around Neenah.  Join Neenah Librarians for stories, short hikes and enrichment activities. You can expect the program to run about 30 to 40 minutes. 

Please dress appropriately for the weather-this could mean snowpants, rain boots or a sun hat depending on the forecast.  Many of the locations will not have restrooms or restrooms will only be available during the warmer months, please plan accordingly. This is a rain or shine program however extreme weather (cold, heat or heavy rain) may result in a cancellation.



 

All ages and skill levels are welcome! Chess sets will be provided. Coaching and beginner help is available.