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Community Video Game Group

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Room B at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

A space for folks in the community to come together and play video games! Video games will be provided, but feel free to bring your own.

Program Room B
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room B
Purpose of Meeting

A space for folks in the community to come together and play video games! Video games will be provided, but feel free to bring your own.

Preschool Fun Days

Preschool Fun Days

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Prepare for school success at the Library! Children ages 3-4 and their caregivers are invited to join us for a fun-filled morning of stories and early literacy activities. We’ll focus on the five key early literacy skills: READ! TALK! SING!

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

Prepare for school success at the Library! Children ages 3-4 and their caregivers are invited to join us for a fun-filled morning of stories and early literacy activities. We’ll focus on the five key early literacy skills: READ! TALK! SING!

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.

Chess Club

Chess Club

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Children

Kids ages 5-12 are invited to connect with other players and learn new skills! All skill levels are welcome. Play will start with a beginner lesson, with intermediate advice offered throughout. 

Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun
Event Details:

Kids ages 5-12 are invited to connect with other players and learn new skills! All skill levels are welcome. Play will start with a beginner lesson, with intermediate advice offered throughout. 

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.

Scholar Panel

Waukesha Reads Scholar Panel

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Community Reads
Age Group:
Adults

Local scholars Marin Denning (American Indian Studies), John Kasparek (History), and Ellyn Lem (English) will examine The Seed Keeper through the lenses of their respective academic disciplines.

Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Reads
Event Details:

Local scholars Marin Denning (American Indian Studies), John Kasparek (History), and Ellyn Lem (English) will examine The Seed Keeper through the lenses of their respective academic disciplines.

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.

Baby & Toddler Storytime

Baby & Toddler Storytime & Playgroup

Friday, October 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Games & Fun, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Infants, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, music, fingerplays, and other activities that help encourage a love of reading. Storytime is followed by an informal playgroup for families.

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

Infants, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, music, fingerplays, and other activities that help encourage a love of reading. Storytime is followed by an informal playgroup for families.

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.

Hello Saturday

Hello Saturday!

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities
Age Group:
Children

Kick off the weekend with a smile! Each Saturday will feature an exciting new activity.

September 27: Cardboard Creations and Recycled Crafts

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

Kick off the weekend with a smile! Each Saturday will feature an exciting new activity.

September 27: Cardboard Creations and Recycled Crafts

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.

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.

music mondays

Music Mondays

Monday, November 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Children

Join us for 30 minutes of songs and rhymes to encourage singing, dancing, and playing. Nursery rhymes have never been so fun!

Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun
Event Details:

Join us for 30 minutes of songs and rhymes to encourage singing, dancing, and playing. Nursery rhymes have never been so fun!

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.

monday movie

Monday Movie Matinee

Monday, November 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults

Settle in for a morning movie! Popcorn will be served. Movie ratings and content vary. 

September 8: A Complete Unknown (R, 2h 21m)

Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Settle in for a morning movie! Popcorn will be served. Movie ratings and content vary. 

September 8: A Complete Unknown (R, 2h 21m)

Election

All Day
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Public Meeting
Age Group:
Adults
Cancelled
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Public Meeting
wiggles and giggles

Wiggles & Giggles Storytime

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Let's shake those sillies out with fun stories, singing, dancing, and more!

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

Let's shake those sillies out with fun stories, singing, dancing, and more!

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.

Teen After School

Teen After School Activities

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:45pm
Teen Zone at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Teens

Join us after school for games, crafts, and other activities. The fourth Tuesday of the month will be Teen Snack Hour. On October 22, Teen After-School Activities will be from 12:30 – 2:00 PM.

Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Games & Fun
Event Details:

Join us after school for games, crafts, and other activities. The fourth Tuesday of the month will be Teen Snack Hour. On October 22, Teen After-School Activities will be from 12:30 – 2:00 PM.

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.

pajamarama

PajamaRama

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Join Miss Kathy and her lovable puppet friends for cozy bedtime stories. PJs, pillows, and fuzzy slippers optional. 

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

Join Miss Kathy and her lovable puppet friends for cozy bedtime stories. PJs, pillows, and fuzzy slippers optional. 

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.

Quiet Book Club

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Carnegie Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Adults

Gather to read silently in our cozy Carnegie Room and enjoy warm drinks and a snack. Readers are welcome, but not required, to quietly socialize and chat about what they're reading for the last 15 minutes of the event.

Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Carnegie Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group
Event Details:

Gather to read silently in our cozy Carnegie Room and enjoy warm drinks and a snack. Readers are welcome, but not required, to quietly socialize and chat about what they're reading for the last 15 minutes of the event.

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.

Teen After School

Teen After School Activities

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:45pm
Teen Zone at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Teens

Join us after school for games, crafts, and other activities. The fourth Tuesday of the month will be Teen Snack Hour. On October 22, Teen After-School Activities will be from 12:30 – 2:00 PM.

Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Games & Fun
Event Details:

Join us after school for games, crafts, and other activities. The fourth Tuesday of the month will be Teen Snack Hour. On October 22, Teen After-School Activities will be from 12:30 – 2:00 PM.

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.

Sketchbook Club

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults

Experiment with a variety of prompts and mediums to help you grow your sketchbook skills. Bring your own sketchbook and favorite drawing tools. Ages 18+

Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Studio 321
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Event Details:

Experiment with a variety of prompts and mediums to help you grow your sketchbook skills. Bring your own sketchbook and favorite drawing tools. Ages 18+

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.

Preschool Fun Days

Preschool Fun Days

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Prepare for school success at the Library! Children ages 3-4 and their caregivers are invited to join us for a fun-filled morning of stories and early literacy activities. We’ll focus on the five key early literacy skills: READ! TALK! SING!

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

Prepare for school success at the Library! Children ages 3-4 and their caregivers are invited to join us for a fun-filled morning of stories and early literacy activities. We’ll focus on the five key early literacy skills: READ! TALK! SING!

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.

LEGO Club

LEGO Club

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Children

Kids ages 5-12 are welcome to play and meet other building buddies! LEGO® bricks are provided.

Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun
Event Details:

Kids ages 5-12 are welcome to play and meet other building buddies! LEGO® bricks are provided.

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.

Nico Lang Author Visit

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Join Nico Lang, author of American Teenager: How Trans Kids are Surviving Hate and Finding Joy in a Turbulent Era for an author visit at the Waukesha Public Library.  The even...

Program Room A/B
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Purpose of Meeting

Join Nico Lang, author of American Teenager: How Trans Kids are Surviving Hate and Finding Joy in a Turbulent Era for an author visit at the Waukesha Public Library.

Baby & Toddler Storytime

Baby & Toddler Storytime & Playgroup

Friday, November 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Games & Fun, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Infants, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, music, fingerplays, and other activities that help encourage a love of reading. Storytime is followed by an informal playgroup for families.

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

Infants, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, music, fingerplays, and other activities that help encourage a love of reading. Storytime is followed by an informal playgroup for families.

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.

Hello Saturday

Hello Saturday!

Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities
Age Group:
Children

Kick off the weekend with a smile! Each Saturday will feature an exciting new activity.

September 27: Cardboard Creations and Recycled Crafts

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

Kick off the weekend with a smile! Each Saturday will feature an exciting new activity.

September 27: Cardboard Creations and Recycled Crafts

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.

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.

Public Art Tour

Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Take a guided tour of the Library’s extensive Public Art Collection! Tours will be led by members of our Public Art Committee. Registration is required. Meet in Program Room A/B.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take a guided tour of the Library’s extensive Public Art Collection! Tours will be led by members of our Public Art Committee. Registration is required. Meet in Program Room A/B.

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, November 8, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Studio 321
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace

LGBT Waukesha Crafternoon

Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Program Room A at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

This is a low-key event designed for members of the LGBT community in and around Waukesha and their allies to come together. Bring your own craft or try out one of ours. Enjoy conv...

Program Room A
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A
Purpose of Meeting

This is a low-key event designed for members of the LGBT community in and around Waukesha and their allies to come together. Bring your own craft or try out one of ours. Enjoy conversation or craft in silence.

Open Studio Time

Sunday, November 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Studio 321
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace