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Waukesha Public Library

The Library is closed for Memorial Day.

Closing
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The Library is closed for Memorial Day.

Heyer Elementary Family Night

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities
Age Group:
Children

Family night for Heyer Elementary School.

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Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities
Event Details:

Family night for Heyer Elementary School.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

WPL is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-524-3695 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Accompanying Adults

Caregivers are required to attend programming with their participating children under age 11.

Photo/Video Permission

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

Buchnerfest

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Help us kick off our Summer Library Program and the opening of Buchner Pool! Enjoy storytimes, the Fairy Godmother Sisters, and activity stations. Done in partnership with the Waukesha Parks, Recreation & Forestry Dept.

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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Family Activities
Event Details:

Help us kick off our Summer Library Program and the opening of Buchner Pool! Enjoy storytimes, the Fairy Godmother Sisters, and activity stations. Done in partnership with the Waukesha Parks, Recreation & Forestry Dept.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo/Video Permission

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

tie dye

All Ages Tie Dye

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

People of all ages can color their world at this tie-dyeing event! Bring your own t-shirts and dyeable items. If you forget, we’ll have cloth squares available (while supplies last). This event will take place in Cutler Park.

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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

People of all ages can color their world at this tie-dyeing event! Bring your own t-shirts and dyeable items. If you forget, we’ll have cloth squares available (while supplies last). This event will take place in Cutler Park.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

WPL is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-524-3695 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Photo/Video Permission

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

Open Studio Time

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
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Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Studio 321
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
colorin

Colorín Colorado: Cuentos en la Biblioteca

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

¡Vengan a disfrutar de cuentos, actividades, y una paleta helada con toda la familia! Este programa ha sido diseñado para las familias hispanohablantes con niños pequeños. No es necesario inscribirse con anticipación.

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Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

¡Vengan a disfrutar de cuentos, actividades, y una paleta helada con toda la familia! Este programa ha sido diseñado para las familias hispanohablantes con niños pequeños. No es necesario inscribirse con anticipación.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

WPL is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-524-3695 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Photo/Video Permission

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

storytime

Outdoor Storytime

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30pm
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a drop-in Storytime for kids of all ages! Bring a blanket and your lunch. During bad weather, storytime will move into the Children's Dept.

* There will be no storytime on July 1 or July 4.

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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join us for a drop-in Storytime for kids of all ages! Bring a blanket and your lunch. During bad weather, storytime will move into the Children's Dept.

* There will be no storytime on July 1 or July 4.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

WPL is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-524-3695 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Photo/Video Permission

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

camp

Book Club Summer Camp, Grades 1-3

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Children

Join us for 3 days of book fun! Make new friends while you dive into a wonderful story. We’ll extend our imaginations through book related crafts, activities, and a special snack on day 3.

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Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Group
Event Details:

Join us for 3 days of book fun! Make new friends while you dive into a wonderful story. We’ll extend our imaginations through book related crafts, activities, and a special snack on day 3.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

WPL is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-524-3695 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo/Video Permission

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

snake discovery

Family Fun Days - Snake Discovery

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities
Age Group:
Children

IF IT’S A TUESDAY IN THE SUMMER, IT’S FAMILY FUN DAY! 

Join us for this family-friendly performance: Snake Discovery

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Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities
Event Details:

IF IT’S A TUESDAY IN THE SUMMER, IT’S FAMILY FUN DAY! 

Join us for this family-friendly performance: Snake Discovery

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

WPL is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-524-3695 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Accompanying Adults

Caregivers are required to attend programming with their participating children under age 11.

Photo/Video Permission

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

camp

Book Club Summer Camp, Grades 1-3

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Children

Join us for 3 days of book fun! Make new friends while you dive into a wonderful story. We’ll extend our imaginations through book related crafts, activities, and a special snack on day 3.

View Details
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Studio 321
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Group
Event Details:

Join us for 3 days of book fun! Make new friends while you dive into a wonderful story. We’ll extend our imaginations through book related crafts, activities, and a special snack on day 3.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

WPL is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-524-3695 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo/Video Permission

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

camp

Book Club Summer Camp, Grades 1-3

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Children

Join us for 3 days of book fun! Make new friends while you dive into a wonderful story. We’ll extend our imaginations through book related crafts, activities, and a special snack on day 3.

View Details
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Group
Event Details:

Join us for 3 days of book fun! Make new friends while you dive into a wonderful story. We’ll extend our imaginations through book related crafts, activities, and a special snack on day 3.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

WPL is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-524-3695 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo/Video Permission

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

Culver's logo and picture of ice cream.

Culver's Night

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking & Food
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Support Waukesha Public Library while enjoying something delicious from Culver’s!

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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cooking & Food
Event Details:

Support Waukesha Public Library while enjoying something delicious from Culver’s!

storytime

Outdoor Storytime

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30pm
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a drop-in Storytime for kids of all ages! Bring a blanket and your lunch. During bad weather, storytime will move into the Children's Dept.

View Details
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join us for a drop-in Storytime for kids of all ages! Bring a blanket and your lunch. During bad weather, storytime will move into the Children's Dept.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

WPL is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-524-3695 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Photo/Video Permission

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

Farmers' Market Storytime

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Listen to stories, songs, and rhymes while enjoying your treats from the market. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on.

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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Listen to stories, songs, and rhymes while enjoying your treats from the market. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

WPL is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-524-3695 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Accompanying Adults

Caregivers are required to attend programming with their participating children under age 11.

Photo/Video Permission

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

Farmers' Market Storytime

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Listen to stories, songs, and rhymes while enjoying your treats from the market. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on.

View Details
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Listen to stories, songs, and rhymes while enjoying your treats from the market. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

WPL is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-524-3695 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Accompanying Adults

Caregivers are required to attend programming with their participating children under age 11.

Photo/Video Permission

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

colorin

Colorín Colorado: Cuentos en la Biblioteca

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

¡Vengan a disfrutar de cuentos, actividades, y una paleta helada con toda la familia! Este programa está dirigido a las familias hispanohablantes con niños pequeños. No se necesita registrarse.

View Details
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

¡Vengan a disfrutar de cuentos, actividades, y una paleta helada con toda la familia! Este programa está dirigido a las familias hispanohablantes con niños pequeños. No se necesita registrarse.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

WPL is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-524-3695 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Photo/Video Permission

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

storytime

Outdoor Storytime

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30pm
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a drop-in Storytime for kids of all ages! Bring a blanket and your lunch. During bad weather, storytime will move into the Children's Dept.

* There will be no storytime on July 1 or July 4.

View Details
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join us for a drop-in Storytime for kids of all ages! Bring a blanket and your lunch. During bad weather, storytime will move into the Children's Dept.

* There will be no storytime on July 1 or July 4.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

WPL is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-524-3695 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Photo/Video Permission

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

camp

Book Club Summer Camp, Grades 4-6

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Children

Join us for 3 days of book fun! Make new friends while you dive into a wonderful story. We’ll extend our imaginations through book related crafts, activities, and a special snack on day 3.

View Details
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Group
Event Details:

Join us for 3 days of book fun! Make new friends while you dive into a wonderful story. We’ll extend our imaginations through book related crafts, activities, and a special snack on day 3.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

WPL is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-524-3695 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo/Video Permission

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

Family Fun Days

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities
Age Group:
Children

IF IT’S A TUESDAY IN THE SUMMER, IT’S FAMILY FUN DAY! 

Join us for this family-friendly performance: Kidsplay

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Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities
Event Details:

IF IT’S A TUESDAY IN THE SUMMER, IT’S FAMILY FUN DAY! 

Join us for this family-friendly performance: Kidsplay

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

WPL is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-524-3695 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Accompanying Adults

Caregivers are required to attend programming with their participating children under age 11.

Photo/Video Permission

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

camp

Book Club Summer Camp, Grades 4-6

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Children

Join us for 3 days of book fun! Make new friends while you dive into a wonderful story. We’ll extend our imaginations through book related crafts, activities, and a special snack on day 3.

View Details
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Studio 321
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Group
Event Details:

Join us for 3 days of book fun! Make new friends while you dive into a wonderful story. We’ll extend our imaginations through book related crafts, activities, and a special snack on day 3.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

WPL is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-524-3695 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo/Video Permission

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

camp

Book Club Summer Camp, Grades 4-6

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Children

Join us for 3 days of book fun! Make new friends while you dive into a wonderful story. We’ll extend our imaginations through book related crafts, activities, and a special snack on day 3.

View Details
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Group
Event Details:

Join us for 3 days of book fun! Make new friends while you dive into a wonderful story. We’ll extend our imaginations through book related crafts, activities, and a special snack on day 3.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

WPL is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-524-3695 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo/Video Permission

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

storytime

Outdoor Storytime

Friday, June 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30pm
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a drop-in Storytime for kids of all ages! Bring a blanket and your lunch. During bad weather, storytime will move into the Children's Dept.

* There will be no storytime on July 1 or July 4.

View Details
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join us for a drop-in Storytime for kids of all ages! Bring a blanket and your lunch. During bad weather, storytime will move into the Children's Dept.

* There will be no storytime on July 1 or July 4.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

WPL is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-524-3695 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Photo/Video Permission

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

The Library is closed for Independence Day.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Independence Day.

colorin

Colorín Colorado: Cuentos en la Biblioteca

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

¡Vengan a disfrutar de cuentos, actividades, y una paleta helada con toda la familia! Este programa está dirigido a las familias hispanohablantes con niños pequeños. No se necesita registrarse.

View Details
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

¡Vengan a disfrutar de cuentos, actividades, y una paleta helada con toda la familia! Este programa está dirigido a las familias hispanohablantes con niños pequeños. No se necesita registrarse.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

WPL is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-524-3695 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Photo/Video Permission

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.