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Books for Babies

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime

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.

Waukesha Memory Café

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Making the JourneyStep into the shoes of a Wisconsin immigrant family by exploring their trunk filled with historical items. Led by Old World Wisconsin.A Memory Café is a social ga...

Required
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Event Details:

Making the Journey
Step into the shoes of a Wisconsin immigrant family by exploring their trunk filled with historical items. Led by Old World Wisconsin.

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.

Studio 321 Equipment Training: Cricut

Thursday, January 23, 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. 

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. 

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.

Titles for Tots

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us to hear about the newest children’s titles, carefully selected to ignite your child's imagination. We’ll share valuable literacy tips and read a story or two. Afterward, ev...

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

Join us to hear about the newest children’s titles, carefully selected to ignite your child's imagination. We’ll share valuable literacy tips and read a story or two.

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.

Brock Barnabas & Medieval Dragons

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Speaker
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Realistic animatronic dragons come to life with inventor and time-traveler, Brock Barnabas. He’ll need your help traveling back to Medieval times!

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

Realistic animatronic dragons come to life with inventor and time-traveler, Brock Barnabas. He’ll need your help traveling back to Medieval times!

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.

JanBoree Rock Art

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Drop in and create your own rock masterpiece. Makers under age 11 must be accompanied by an adult.

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

Drop in and create your own rock masterpiece. Makers under age 11 must be accompanied by an adult.

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.

Gem Makes & Takes

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us to make crowns and crafts inspired by geodes. Kids of all ages are welcome.

Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us to make crowns and crafts inspired by geodes. Kids of all ages are welcome.

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.

Stories Alive

Monday, January 27, 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.

Medicare Monday

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Speaker
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Get ready to maximize your Medicare benefits with the Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources! This presentation will provide an overview of Medicare Parts A, B, C and D, as we...

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

Get ready to maximize your Medicare benefits with the Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources!

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.

Wiggles & Giggles Storytime

Tuesday, January 28, 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.

Teen Snack Hour

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Enjoy a snack from the Library’s Kitchen and engage in some fun activities. Snacks are available while supplies last.

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

Enjoy a snack from the Library’s Kitchen and engage in some fun activities. Snacks are available while supplies last.

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.

Tinker Tuesdays

Tuesday, January 28, 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.

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.

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.

PajamaRama

Tuesday, January 28, 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.

Tales of Haunted Hydrology and Spooky Lakes

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Speaker
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Um yes, hello! Local TikTok-famous hydrologist, artist, and educator, Geo Rutherford, will take us on a journey through the depths of various lakes, discussing scientific anomalies...

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

Um yes, hello!

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.

Preschool Fun Days

Thursday, January 30, 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!

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, January 30, 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.

Baby & Toddler Storytime & Playgroup

Friday, January 31, 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.

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

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

Spice up your Saturday with a fun family activity.   February 1: Frozen Tales with the Snow Queen February 8: Open Wide, What’s Inside?! February 15: Bird Feeders ...

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

Spice up your Saturday with a fun family activity.

 

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.

Stories Alive

Monday, February 3, 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.

Monday Movie Matinee

Monday, February 3, 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.

Wiggles & Giggles Storytime

Tuesday, February 4, 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.

Community Resource Fair

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Strong communities are caring communities! Talk with representatives from local organizations that provide helpful resources to Waukesha residents.  

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

Strong communities are caring communities! Talk with representatives from local organizations that provide helpful resources to Waukesha residents.  

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 Activities

Tuesday, February 4, 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.

PajamaRama

Tuesday, February 4, 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.