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Trevor Berwanger Eagle Court of Honor

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Program Room A at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

A group of family and friends will gather to celebrate Trevor's Eagle scout award ceremony. We will have a short ceremony and the serve light refreshments after.

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

A group of family and friends will gather to celebrate Trevor's Eagle scout award ceremony. We will have a short ceremony and the serve light refreshments after.

Open sew and quilting

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 9:30am - 7:30pm
Program Room B at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Open sew and quilting

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

Open sew and quilting

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Preschool Fun Days

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Kids 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...

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

Kids 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! WRITE! PLAY!

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.

Game Day

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Kids are invited to show off their gaming skills! Video games and board games will be available. Registration is not required.

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

Kids are invited to show off their gaming skills! Video games and board games will be available.

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.

Studio 321 Equipment Training: Cricut

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Cricut. Registration is required for all adults and children attending. 

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Studio 321
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Technology Class
Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Cricut. Registration is required for all adults and children attending. 

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.

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Baby & Toddler Storytime & Playgroup

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

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

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

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

Learning Loving and Growing at Home

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 12:45pm - 3:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

We have a guest speaker coming with a seeing eye/guide dog. They are coming to show us how they train guide dogs.

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

We have a guest speaker coming with a seeing eye/guide dog. They are coming to show us how they train guide dogs.

Día de los Niños

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Únanse a nuestra celebración bilingüe que conecta a las familias con historias diversas y honra la herencia cultural. Registración no requerida.

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

Únanse a nuestra celebración bilingüe que conecta a las familias con historias diversas y honra la herencia cultural.

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.

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Stories Alive

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Stories will spring to life during this drop-in storytime for children of all ages. Our engaging storytellers will ignite imaginations with puppetry, songs, fingerplays, and more.

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

Stories will spring to life during this drop-in storytime for children of all ages. Our engaging storytellers will ignite imaginations with puppetry, songs, fingerplays, 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.

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Wiggles & Giggles Storytime

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

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
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.

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Teen After School Activities

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Teen Zone at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Friendly Activities, Games
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us after school for games, crafts, and activities! One Tuesday per month will be Teen Snack Hour.

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

Join us after school for games, crafts, and activities! One Tuesday per month will be Teen Snack Hour.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Tinker Tuesdays

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Friendly Activities
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Drop by for activities geared for kids ages 5-12. Each child must have an adult with them when using the makerspace. Registration is required.January 28 – Snow (igloo building chal...

Required
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Studio 321
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Friendly Activities
Required
Event Details:

Drop by for activities geared for kids ages 5-12. Each child must have an adult with them when using the makerspace. Registration is required.

January 28 – Snow (igloo building challenge)

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.

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PajamaRama

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

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
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.

after school

Teen After School Activities

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Teen Zone at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Friendly Activities, Games
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us after school for games, crafts, and activities! One Tuesday per month will be Teen Snack Hour.

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

Join us after school for games, crafts, and activities! One Tuesday per month will be Teen Snack Hour.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Diseases of Houseplants

Diseases of Houseplants

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Speaker
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a presentation by Brian Hudelson, Director of the University of Wisconsin Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic. We’ll learn about common houseplant diseases and their manag...

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

Join us for a presentation by Brian Hudelson, Director of the University of Wisconsin Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic. We’ll learn about common houseplant diseases and their management. Registration is not required.

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

Preschool Fun Days

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Kids 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...

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

Kids 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! WRITE! PLAY!

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.

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LEGO Club

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities, Games
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Kids ages 5 and up 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: Family Friendly Activities, Games
Event Details:

Kids ages 5 and up 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.

Girl Scout Meeting

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Program Room B at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Usual Troop Meeting, Thank you!

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

Usual Troop Meeting, Thank you!

LIBRARY CLOSED UNTIL 1:00 PM

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Waukesha Public Library

The Library will be closed until 1:00 PM for Staff Education. The Library will open at 1:00 PM. The Library will be open from1:00 - 6:00 PM on Friday, May 2.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed until 1:00 PM for Staff Education. The Library will open at 1:00 PM. 

The Library will be open from1:00 - 6:00 PM on Friday, May 2.

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Baby & Toddler Storytime & Playgroup

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

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

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

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

Sunbeam Project (Making Hygiene Kits)

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Program Room A at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Making Hygiene Kits

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

Making Hygiene Kits

Monday Movie Matinee: Minari (PG-13)

Monday Movie Matinee

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

You had me at “movies at the Library.” Library chairs will be available, but you are welcome to bring a more comfortable chair or cushion. Popcorn will be served. Movie ratings and...

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

You had me at “movies at the Library.” Library chairs will be available, but you are welcome to bring a more comfortable chair or cushion. Popcorn will be served. Movie ratings and content vary. Not all movies will be suitable for all audiences.

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.

Sunset Homes Annual Meeting

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Program Room A at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Annual Meeting of homeowners for condo association meeting.

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

Annual Meeting of homeowners for condo association meeting.

Library Resources 101

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Get an overview of Waukesha Public Library’s physical and digital resources and collections. Registration is not required.

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

Get an overview of Waukesha Public Library’s physical and digital resources and collections. Registration is not required.

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.