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Book Discussion: Nature's Best Hope by Doug Tallamy

Book Discussion: Nature’s Best Hope by Doug Tallamy

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Carnegie Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a powerful discussion on the meaningful and easy ways homeowners can create sanctuaries for biodiversity to help sustain wildlife in their own backyards.

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

Join us for a powerful discussion on the meaningful and easy ways homeowners can create sanctuaries for biodiversity to help sustain wildlife in their own backyards.

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.

Heyer Elementary Family Literacy Night

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
Age Group:
Children

Family night for Heyer Elementary School.

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

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

The Library is closed in observance of Memorial Day.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed in observance of Memorial Day.

Teen Snack Hour

Teen Snack Hour

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:45pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking & Food
Age Group:
Teens

Teens, stop by the first-floor Program Room to enjoy a snack and play the Nintendo Switch. Snacks are available while supplies last.

Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking & Food
Event Details:

Teens, stop by the first-floor Program Room to enjoy a snack and play the Nintendo Switch. 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.

Waukesha Memory Cafe Image

Waukesha Memory Café

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Memory Cafe
Age Group:
Adults

Harvesting the Past

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Memory Cafe
Registration Required
Event Details:

Harvesting the Past

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.

Waukesha Memory Café

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Memory Cafe
Age Group:
Adults

There’s No Business Like Show Business

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Memory Cafe
Registration Required
Event Details:

There’s No Business Like Show Business

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.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

The Library is closed in observance of Independence Day.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed in observance of Independence Day.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

The Library is closed in observance of Independence Day.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed in observance of Independence Day.

Election

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

Bridges Library System Board Meeting

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Program Room A at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Bridges Library System Board meeting.

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

Bridges Library System Board meeting.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

The Library is closed in observance of Labor Day.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed in observance of Labor Day.

Election

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

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

The Library will be closed in observance of Veteran's Day.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed in observance of Veteran's Day.

EARLY LIBRARY CLOSE

Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Waukesha Public Library

The Library will close at 6:00 PM.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library will close at 6:00 PM.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

The Library is closed for Thanksgiving.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Thanksgiving.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

The Library will be closed for staff education.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed for staff education.

EARLY LIBRARY CLOSE

Monday, December 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Waukesha Public Library

The Library will close at 6:00 PM.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library will close at 6:00 PM.

EARLY LIBRARY CLOSE

Tuesday, December 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Waukesha Public Library

The Library will close at 6:00 PM.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library will close at 6:00 PM.

EARLY LIBRARY CLOSE

Wednesday, December 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Waukesha Public Library

The Library will close at 6:00 PM.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library will close at 6:00 PM.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

The Library is closed for Christmas Eve.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Christmas Eve.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

The Library is closed for Christmas.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Christmas.

EARLY LIBRARY CLOSE

Monday, December 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Waukesha Public Library

The Library will close at 6:00 PM.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library will close at 6:00 PM.

EARLY LIBRARY CLOSE

Tuesday, December 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Waukesha Public Library

The Library will close at 6:00 PM.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library will close at 6:00 PM.