Mary Todd Lincoln

I guess this is my day to blog.  Earlier today I posted a list of upcoming events at the Cudahy Library, but I wanted to highlight one of them. Next Monday, February 11, there is an actress portraying Mary Todd Lincoln.  We are currently in the middle of some presidential research and this would be an excellent addition to that research.

10th Anniversary Library Events

Monday, February 11, 6:30-8:30pm: Mary Todd Lincoln: The Widow Reflects-
Mrs. Lincol recalls her genteel girlhood in Lexington, Kentucky, her marriage to the gangly young lwaayer, and her rise to become the First Lady.

Saturday, March 23, 1:30pm: Hug the Library

Tuesday, April 23, 6:30-8:00pm: Wisconsin Outlaws:

Hug Your Library

Come celebrate the Cudahy Family Library's 10th birthday and give the library a big HUG!

On March 23, at 1:30, the library will prepare a 300-person human chain to reach around and hug the building. Refreshmenets to follow.

The Cudahy school with the largest number of students attending will win a $300 donation from the Friends of the Cudahy Library and one lucky person will win a Kindle Fire!

High School Play

Message from the HS Theater Department....

On behalf of the cast and crew of the High School Theater, we would like to invite you all to the production of "Harvey."  Dates for the show are Thursday December 6th through Saturday December 8th. All performances are at 7:00pm. Tickets are $5.00 at the door.

We hope to see you all there to suport the arts, our students, and enjoy the wonderful talent of all involved. 

Dickens of a Christmas

Hometown Holiday at the Library

Next Saturday, November 24, the Cudahy Family Library is hosting it's annual holiday event.

12:30-Santa arrives
2:30-Children's commedian and ventriloquist
4:00-Cocoa & Cookies
4:30-Tree Lighting

This is a wonderful annual event and the library does a great job. Please consider stopping by for part, or all, of the day. For full details, go to the library's website.

Tree Decorating

On Saturday, November 10, Kozy students will have the opportunity to decorate their tree at Cathedral Square Park in downtown Milwaukee. Please join us at 10am for this event.

Safe Trick or Treat

Safe Trick or Treat

at 

Cudahy United Methodist Church

Corner of lake Drive and Ramsey

2pm to 4pm

Sunday, October 28

Treats

Games

Fashion Show at 3pm

Join them for a scary good time.

Support Your Library

Parents, are you looking for a night out without the kdis? This Friday, October 19th, the Cudahy Family Library is hosting its annual Harvest Tasting Fundraiser. Take the opportunity to get dressed up, have fun, and support your library. For full event details, visit the library's site at: http://www.cudahyfamilylibrary.org/ .

Coping With Divorce

The city of Franklin is offering a seminar on helping children through a divorce.

Presenter Bill Schacht, LCSW will keep you on the edge of your

seat in this dynamic, eye-opening, 3-hour workshop, designed

for parents, grandparents, and step-parents of children ages 3 to

23 in families already separated or divorced or considering such

change.

More details can be found: http://www.franklinwi.gov/DefaultFilePile/User/LHuening/Newsletter/March2012/Kids_In_A_Break_Newsletter_Complete_March2012.pdf

Northern Lights

Today, a solar storm from the sun hit the Earth.  This is a naturally occuring thing that has happened in the past and will happen again in the future.  Solar storms are what cause the Northern Lights.  Typically, these lights can only be seen much farther north than Milwaukee.  However, this is a larger than average storm, and it is possible that we will be treated to the show this evening. 

After dark, look to the northern sky.  There is a full moon tonight and that, along with the city lights, will make the Northern Lights more difficult to see, but one can hope.

Click here for an article about the solar storm.



The Aurora Borealis from Per Byhring on Vimeo.

Wild Theater

Tomorrow night, Lincoln Elementary is hosting Wild Theater as presented by the Milwaukee County Zoo and Kohl's.  Head over to Lincoln at 6:30 for a theatrical performance that includes audience participation, puppetry, games, and songs with a conservation message.

Christmas Carol

Hometown Holiday at the Cudahy Family Library

On November 26, join your friends at the Cudahy Family Library for a Hometown Holiday celebration.  At 1:30, you can enjoy "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" followed at 2:30 with a visit by and pictures with Santa Claus. The event caps off with a tree lighting ceremony complete with hot chocolate and cookies.

James Howe

Today, at 4:00, James Howe will be visiting the Cudahy Library (Click here for full post).  I encourage all families to attend this wonderful event.

Fall Festival

The second annual fall festival will be held at General Mitchell on Saturday.  Stop by during the day for games, crafts, and contests.  At night there will be a dance party, trivia contest, and costume contests.  Food and beverages will also be available.

James Howe

James Howe, author of Bunnicula, will be speaking at the Cudahy Family Library on Thursday, October 13, at 4:00 pm.  This is a wonderful opportunity to hear a nationally famous author speak about his books and the process of writing.  Take the time on Thursday to go and listen; perhaps you will be inspired to become an author yourself.  Form more information, visit: http://boswell.indiebound.com/ or http://www.cudahyfamilylibrary.org/teen.html

Movie Nights in Cudahy

There are still two more weeks left for the Cudahy Movie Nights.  This is a lot of fun and I think everyone would really enjoy it.  Here is the information:

The Cudahy Celebrations Committee is proud to announce “Chase Family Movie Nights” at Cudahy Park every Thursday during the month of June. Admission is Free – so grab a blanket and your favorite movie snacks and join us in the park.

June 23th - “Wizard of Oz”
June 30th - “Ghostbusters”

Seating begins at 7pm, show time at dusk. Don’t forget to bring a blanket or lawn chairs, snacks and drinks, or have a late picnic in the park.

Kozy Carnival

The Kozy Carnival is here!  Students were able to enjoy a "sneak-peak" of the some of the activities this afternoon, but to really experience everything the carnival has to offer, please join us on the Kozy playground from 4:00-7:00 tonight!

Walk-a-Thon

Today the students participated in the annual Kozy Walk-a-Thon to raise money for the school.  Our route took us down Hammond Ave and lead us around Pulaski Park.  While walking, students were treated to three rest stops: fruit, stamps, and juice. The students raised a great deal of money for Kozy and I would like to thank all those who donated.