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EARLY LIBRARY CLOSE

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 8:30pm
Waukesha Public Library

Waukesha Public Library will close at 4:00 PM on November 21 in honor of the Dedication Ceremony for the Waukesha Parade Memorial at Grede Park. The ceremony begins at 4:39 PM. ...

Closing
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Waukesha Public Library
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Waukesha Public Library will close at 4:00 PM on November 21 in honor of the Dedication Ceremony for the Waukesha Parade Memorial at Grede Park. The ceremony begins at 4:39 PM.

EARLY LIBRARY CLOSE

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Waukesha Public Library

The Library will be closing at 6:00 PM.

Closing
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Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closing at 6:00 PM.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

Happy Thanksgiving!

Closing
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Waukesha Public Library
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Happy Thanksgiving!

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

Closed for staff education.

Closing
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Waukesha Public Library
Description:

Closed for staff education.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

The Library will be closed due to street closures for the Waukesha Christmas Parade.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed due to street closures for the Waukesha Christmas Parade.

EARLY LIBRARY CLOSE

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Waukesha Public Library

The Library will be closing at 6:00 PM.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closing at 6:00 PM.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library
Closing
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Waukesha Public Library

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

Merry Christmas!

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
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Merry Christmas!

EARLY LIBRARY CLOSE

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Waukesha Public Library

The Library will be closing at 6:00 PM.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closing at 6:00 PM.

EARLY LIBRARY CLOSE

Monday, December 30, 2024 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

Happy New Year!

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

Happy New Year!

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

Happy New Year!

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

Happy New Year!

EARLY LIBRARY CLOSE

Thursday, January 2, 2025 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.

Water Justice: A Community Conversation

Monday, January 20, 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 panel discussion featuring leading local voices on water-related issues such as environmental sustainability and the health of our water as it impacts human life. Eng...

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

Join us for a panel discussion featuring leading local voices on water-related issues such as environmental sustainability and the health of our water as it impacts human life.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Waukesha Hot Talks—With Tony Brown

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Speaker
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Ever wonder how the City of Waukesha works? Meet us for a “spicy” interview session with Waukesha’s City Administrator, Tony Brown. He’ll share insider knowledge about how the City...

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

Ever wonder how the City of Waukesha works? Meet us for a “spicy” interview session with Waukesha’s City Administrator, Tony Brown. He’ll share insider knowledge about how the City works while eating progressively hotter hot sauces.

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.

Green Bay’s 13 Championship Seasons

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

Join us for a presentation by Green Bay Packers historian and author, Jim Rice. He’ll recount the 13 greatest seasons in franchise history - 1929, 1930, 1931, 1936, 1939, 1944, 196...

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

Join us for a presentation by Green Bay Packers historian and author, Jim Rice.

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 Meteorology to Ecology With Eric Manges

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Speaker
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Former TV meteorologist Eric Manges will talk about the connections between meteorology and ecology. Learn about the resiliency of diverse native landscapes and how they offer more...

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

Former TV meteorologist Eric Manges will talk about the connections between meteorology and ecology. Learn about the resiliency of diverse native landscapes and how they offer more than just beauty—they also offer hope.

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.

The Origins of Feasts and Fasting

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Speaker
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join independent food historian and author Christina Ward for an exploration of the influence of religious and spiritual beliefs on modern American food culture. Ward will unravel ...

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

Join independent food historian and author Christina Ward for an exploration of the influence of religious and spiritual beliefs on modern American food culture.

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.

Common Scams and How to Avoid Them

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Speaker
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join Ben Merens, from the Wisconsin Bureau of Consumer Protection, to learn about the details of common scams, the warning signs of a scam, and what to do if you or someone you kno...

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

Join Ben Merens, from the Wisconsin Bureau of Consumer Protection, to learn about the details of common scams, the warning signs of a scam, and what to do if you or someone you know falls victim to a scam or fraud.

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.

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.

Create Better Health

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Speaker
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Eat well and prepare delicious food on a budget! Join Extension FoodWIse Nutrition Educators to "Create Better Health" following a customizable recipe template. Learn to make a sat...

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

Eat well and prepare delicious food on a budget! Join Extension FoodWIse Nutrition Educators to "Create Better Health" following a customizable recipe template.

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.