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Adult Maker Monday

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Stop by to explore your creative side! Learn new skills and enjoy an evening of making. Adults 18+ only. This month we will be working with macramé. Registration is required.

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

Stop by to explore your creative side! Learn new skills and enjoy an evening of making. Adults 18+ only. This month we will be working with macramé.

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.

From Hive to Honey Jar: The Basics of Beekeeping

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Speaker
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join Sam Pickens, local beekeeper and owner of Buzzy Bees Honey, to learn about the basics of beekeeping, enjoy a mini honey tasting, and view an observation hive with live bees. ...

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

Join Sam Pickens, local beekeeper and owner of Buzzy Bees Honey, to learn about the basics of beekeeping, enjoy a mini honey tasting, and view an observation hive with live bees.

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.

Lunches for Later

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Program Room A at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Group will be assembling 50 bag lunches for Street Angels

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

Group will be assembling 50 bag lunches for Street Angels

storytime

Outdoor Storytime

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Outdoor Storytime:

Join us for a fun-filled, drop-in storytime for all ages! Bring a blanket, your lunch, and enjoy stories and fun! Storytime will be moved indoors to the Children’s Program Room dur...

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

Outdoor Storytime

Join us for a fun-filled, drop-in storytime for all ages! Bring a blanket, your lunch, and enjoy stories and fun! Storytime will be moved indoors to the Children’s Program Room during inclement weather.

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 encouraged to attend programming with their participating children.

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 Making

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Stop by for special activities and crafts geared for teens! Teens going into grades 7-12 are invited to participate.

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

Stop by for special activities and crafts geared for teens!

Teens going into grades 7-12 are invited to participate.

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.

Family Fun Days

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

IF IT’S A TUESDAY IN THE SUMMER, IT’S FAMILY FUN DAY!  Join us for this family-friendly performance: Caribbean & West African Storytelling Experience interactiv...

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

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

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 encouraged to attend programming with their participating children.

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.

Senior Social Hour

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Speaker
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Meet and mingle with active older adults! Enjoy a cup of coffee, conversation, and some creativity in a relaxed environment. All seniors looking for friendship and community are we...

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

Meet and mingle with active older adults! Enjoy a cup of coffee, conversation, and some creativity in a relaxed environment. All seniors looking for friendship and community are welcome to attend.

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.

steam

Summer STEAM

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Drop by Studio 321 for special activities geared for kids 5-12 years old. Each child must have an adult with them when using the Makerspace. Registration is required. June 12: O...

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

Drop by Studio 321 for special activities geared for kids 5-12 years old. 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 encouraged to attend programming with their participating children.

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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Book Bike Family Nights

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

The Library’s Book Bike will be rolling through Waukesha neighborhoods this summer! Families can listen to a read-aloud, enjoy an activity, have a frozen treat, and even turn in re...

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

The Library’s Book Bike will be rolling through Waukesha neighborhoods this summer!

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 encouraged to attend programming with their participating children.

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.

Common Threads Fiber Group

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room B at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

gathering of fiber art people to share ideas and socialize.

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

gathering of fiber art people to share ideas and socialize.

kidz

Kidz Fun Zone

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Each week we'll go on an adventure with different hands-on, interactive activities. The Library will provide the materials so your imagination can run free! Drop in when you can, l...

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

Each week we'll go on an adventure with different hands-on, interactive activities. The Library will provide the materials so your imagination can run free!

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 encouraged to attend programming with their participating children.

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.

Pflag Waukesha

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room A at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Support and education. We will have a panel presentation on the benefits of therapy that affirms a person's identity and the dangers of "conversion" therapy.

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

Support and education. We will have a panel presentation on the benefits of therapy that affirms a person's identity and the dangers of "conversion" therapy.

Studio 321 Equipment Training: Glowforge

Thursday, July 11, 2024 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 Glowforge Laser Cutter. 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 Glowforge Laser Cutter. 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 encouraged to attend programming with their participating children.

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, July 12, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Outdoor Storytime:

Join us for a fun-filled, drop-in storytime for all ages! Bring a blanket, your lunch, and enjoy stories and fun! Storytime will be moved indoors to the Children’s Program Room dur...

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

Outdoor Storytime

Join us for a fun-filled, drop-in storytime for all ages! Bring a blanket, your lunch, and enjoy stories and fun! Storytime will be moved indoors to the Children’s Program Room during inclement weather.

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 encouraged to attend programming with their participating children.

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.

Walk-esha Walking Club

Walk-esha Walking Club

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a community stroll! Walks take a 1-1.5 mile loop through the downtown area and use ADA-accessible routes. People of all ages and abilities are welcome, including those ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for a community stroll! Walks take a 1-1.5 mile loop through the downtown area and use ADA-accessible routes.

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, July 16, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Outdoor Storytime:

Join us for a fun-filled, drop-in storytime for all ages! Bring a blanket, your lunch, and enjoy stories and fun! Storytime will be moved indoors to the Children’s Program Room dur...

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

Outdoor Storytime

Join us for a fun-filled, drop-in storytime for all ages! Bring a blanket, your lunch, and enjoy stories and fun! Storytime will be moved indoors to the Children’s Program Room during inclement weather.

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 encouraged to attend programming with their participating children.

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, July 16, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

IF IT’S A TUESDAY IN THE SUMMER, IT’S FAMILY FUN DAY!  Join us for this family-friendly performance: Mad Science Up, up, and away! Experiments demonstrating the pri...

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

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

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 encouraged to attend programming with their participating children.

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.

lib con

Library Con!

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us to celebrate a love for all things nerdy—and wear your cosplay! We'll do an art activity, eat Japanese snacks, play games, and talk about our obsessions.

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

Join us to celebrate a love for all things nerdy—and wear your cosplay! We'll do an art activity, eat Japanese snacks, play games, and talk about our obsessions.

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.

kitchen

Kids in the Kitchen

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Learn about cooking and sample a tasty treat. Kids ages 5-12 are welcome to participate. Registration is required.

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

Learn about cooking and sample a tasty treat. Kids ages 5-12 are welcome to participate. 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 encouraged to attend programming with their participating children.

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.

Tabletop Gaming Night

Adult Tabletop Gaming Night

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us the third Wednesday of each month for tabletop role-playing games. Adults 18+ only. Join our Dungeons and Dragons campaign in June and July! Make your own character at...

Required
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Studio 321
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Event Details:

Join us the third Wednesday of each month for tabletop role-playing games. Adults 18+ only. Join our Dungeons and Dragons campaign in June and July!

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.

Book Discussion: The Bullet Swallower by Elizabeth Gonzalez James

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Carnegie Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Don’t miss this discussion! The lives of legendary bandido nicknamed El Tragabalas ("The Bullet Swallower") and his cowboy, movie star grandson intertwine across time in this magic...

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

Don’t miss this discussion! The lives of legendary bandido nicknamed El Tragabalas ("The Bullet Swallower") and his cowboy, movie star grandson intertwine across time in this magical realism western.

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.

kitchen

Kids in the Kitchen

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Learn about cooking and sample a tasty treat. Kids ages 5-12 are welcome to participate. Registration is required.

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

Learn about cooking and sample a tasty treat. Kids ages 5-12 are welcome to participate. 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 encouraged to attend programming with their participating children.

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.

kidz

Kidz Fun Zone

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Each week we'll go on an adventure with different hands-on, interactive activities. The Library will provide the materials so your imagination can run free! Drop in when you can, l...

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

Each week we'll go on an adventure with different hands-on, interactive activities. The Library will provide the materials so your imagination can run free!

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 encouraged to attend programming with their participating children.

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: 3D Printers

Thursday, July 18, 2024 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 3D printers. 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 3D printers. 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 encouraged to attend programming with their participating children.

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.