Waukesha Public Library

9:00am-8:30pm

Waukesha Public Library
321 Wisconsin Ave
Waukesha, WI 53186
United States

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Sun: Closed

Mon-Thu: 9:00am-8:30pm

Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm

Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

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9 am							Reservation Geocaching International Film Festival 9:30am–12:00pm Program Room A/B This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Program Room A/B Purpose of Meeting Our group is showing a film sponsored by the Geocaching Headquarters in Washington state for the Geocaching International Film Festival and to celebrate 25 years of Geocaching.
10 am		This event is in the "Children" group Stories Alive 10:00am–10:30am Children Children's Program Room This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy Event Details: Stories spring to life at these drop-in storytimes for children of all ages. Our storytellers will ignite young imaginations with puppetry, songs, interactive fingerplays, and imaginative activities. 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.	This event is in the "Children" group Wiggles & Giggles Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Children Children's Program Room This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy 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. This event is in the "Adults" group Maximize Your Medicare Benefits 10:30am–11:30am Adults Program Room B Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Program Room B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellbeing Registration Required Event Details: Get ready to maximize your Medicare benefits with the ADRC of Waukesha County. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group Mingle & Bingo 10:30am–11:30am Adults Program Room A/B This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Program Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Music, Games & Fun Event Details: Meet and mingle with active older adults! Come enjoy a cup of coffee and some rounds of Bingo in a relaxed environment. All those 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. 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.	This event is in the "Children" group Preschool Fun Days 10:00am–10:30am Children Children's Program Room This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy Event Details: Prepare for school success at the Library! Children 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! 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.	This event is in the "Children" group Baby & Toddler Storytime & Playgroup 10:00am–10:30am Children Children's Program Room This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Music, Games & Fun, Storytime & Early Literacy Event Details: Infants, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, music, fingerplays, and other activities that help encourage a love of reading. Storytime is followed by an informal playgroup 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.	This event is in the "Children" group Hello Saturday! 10:00am–11:00am Children Children's Program Room This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Family Activities Event Details: Kick off the weekend with a smile! Each Saturday will feature an exciting new activity. September 27: Cardboard Creations and Recycled Crafts 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.
11 am		This event is in the "Children" group Homeschool Hangout 11:00am–12:00pm Children Children's Program Room This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Family Activities Event Details: Join other homeschool families for hands-on learning! All ages 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.
12 pm						This event is in the "Adults" group School Visit 12:00pm–2:00pm Adults Studio 321 This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Studio 321 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts	Reservation Waukesha Mutual Aid Network Food Drive 12:45pm–4:15pm Program Room A/B This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Program Room A/B Purpose of Meeting Hosting a food drive
1 pm	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Open Studio Time 1:00pm–4:30pm Children, Teens, Adults Studio 321 This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Studio 321 Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
2 pm			This event is in the "Teens" group Teen After School Activities 2:30pm–3:45pm Teens Teen Zone This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Teen Zone Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Games & Fun Event Details: Join us after school for games, crafts, and other activities. The fourth Tuesday of the month will be Teen Snack Hour. On October 22, Teen After-School Activities will be from 12:30 – 2:00 PM. 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.	This event is in the "Teens" group Teen After School Activities 2:30pm–3:45pm Teens Teen Zone This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Teen Zone Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Games & Fun Event Details: Join us after school for games, crafts, and other activities. The fourth Tuesday of the month will be Teen Snack Hour. On October 22, Teen After-School Activities will be from 12:30 – 2:00 PM. 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.
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4 pm					This event is in the "Children" group Chess Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Children Children's Program Room This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Music, Games & Fun Event Details: Kids ages 5-12 are invited to connect with other players and learn new skills! All skill levels are welcome. Play will start with a beginner lesson, with intermediate advice offered throughout. 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.
5 pm				Reservation Gabriel Woods Annual Owners Meeting 5:00pm–8:00pm Program Room A/B This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Program Room A/B Purpose of Meeting Gabriel Woods Condominiums Annual Owners Meeting	Reservation 4-H Youth Leadership Group 5:30pm–8:00pm Program Room B This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Program Room B Purpose of Meeting Youth Leadership group - open to public if youth want to join and learn leadership skills!
6 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Acorn Squash and Walnut Bruschetta with Chef Pam 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Program Room A/B Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Program Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking & Food Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a special cooking demonstration with Chef Pam Dennis, a proud 24-year Navy Nurse Veteran and owner of Chef Pam’s Kitchen. 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. This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Maker Mondays 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Studio 321 Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Studio 321 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Explore your creative side, learn new skills, and enjoy an evening of making. Holiday card time again! Explore our stock of paper, stamps, stickers and more to make your own custom holiday cards. Registration is required. Ages 18+ 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.	This event is in the "Children" group PajamaRama 6:30pm–7:00pm Children Children's Program Room This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy 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. This event is in the "Adults" group Repair and Renew: Mending for the Beginner 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Program Room A/B Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Program Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Learn the basics of different mending techniques like patching, darning, simple seam repair, and visible mending with Wendy from Sew Much More. Participants will be able to try hand and machine stitching during the program. 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.		Reservation PFLAG Waukesha Educational Meeting 6:00pm–8:00pm Program Room A This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Program Room A Purpose of Meeting PFLAG Waukesha educational meeting. Sarah Jenkins from the Metropolitan Milwaukee Fair Housing Council will be our guest speaker: "Understanding Fair Housing/Protecting Rights at the Local, State and Federal Levels". This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Studio 321 Equipment Training: Glowforge 6:00pm–8:00pm Children, Teens, Adults Studio 321 Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Studio 321 Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults Program Type: Technology Help Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to use the Glowforge Laser Cutter. 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. This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Library Con 6:30pm–7:30pm Teens Teen Zone This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library Room: Teen Zone Age Group: Teens Program Type: Music, Games & Fun Event Details: 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 manga and anime. 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.