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Waukesha Public Library

The Library is closed for the holidays.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
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The Library is closed for the holidays.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Friday, December 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellbeing
Age Group:
Adults
Cancelled
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellbeing

EARLY LIBRARY CLOSE

Monday, December 29, 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.

EARLY LIBRARY CLOSE

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Waukesha Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

The Library is closed for New Year's Eve.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for New Year's Eve.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

Happy New Year!

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

Happy New Year!

Monday Movie Matinees

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults

Add some “reel” excitement to your week! Discover new film favorites and revisit the classics with fellow movie lovers. Popcorn will be served. 

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

Add some “reel” excitement to your week! Discover new film favorites and revisit the classics with fellow movie lovers. Popcorn will be served. 

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.

Courage+ Youth Meeting

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room B at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

LGBT support group for youth 

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

LGBT support group for youth 

Books For Babies

Books For Babies

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Learn about the newest board books for babies, then stay for playtime! We’ll introduce titles hot off the press, share literacy tips, and read a story or two.

Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Learn about the newest board books for babies, then stay for playtime! We’ll introduce titles hot off the press, share 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.

Endfield Estates Condominium Association

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room B at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Presenting 2026 budget to unit owners for review and discussion. 

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

Presenting 2026 budget to unit owners for review and discussion. 

Sketchbook Club

Sketchbook Club

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Explore a variety of prompts and mediums to help you grow your sketchbook skills. Bring your own sketchbook and favorite drawing tools. Ages 18+   

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

Explore a variety of prompts and mediums to help you grow your sketchbook skills. Bring your own sketchbook and favorite drawing tools. 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.

Waukesha 4-H Dog Project

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room A at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Orientation for Waukesha 4-H Dog Project

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

Orientation for Waukesha 4-H Dog Project

WCSAHM

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Program Room A at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Get together for moms and kids in WCSAHM group

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

Get together for moms and kids in WCSAHM group

Waukesha Mutual Aid Network

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room B at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Community meeting

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

Community meeting

PFLAG Waukesha Educational Meeting

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room A at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Representatives from Courage+ will be our guest speakers. Courage+ is an organization that serves LGBTQ+ youth through safe, inclusive housing, trauma informed centered care, reso...

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

Representatives from Courage+ will be our guest speakers. Courage+ is an organization that serves LGBTQ+ youth through safe, inclusive housing, trauma informed centered care, resources and community education.

Studio 321 Equipment Training: Glowforge

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Learn how to use the Glowforge Laser Cutter. Registration is required for all adults and children attending. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Studio 321
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
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.

Titles for Tots

Titles For Tots

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Discover exciting new children’s books chosen to spark your child’s imagination! We’ll share valuable literacy tips and read a story or two.

Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Discover exciting new children’s books chosen to spark 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.

LGBT Waukesha Crafternoon

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Program Room A at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

This is a low-key event designed for members of the LGBT community in and around Waukesha and their allies to come together. Bring your own craft or try out one of ours. Enjoy conv...

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

This is a low-key event designed for members of the LGBT community in and around Waukesha and their allies to come together. Bring your own craft or try out one of ours. Enjoy conversation or craft in silence.

Nourishing Our Neighbors: A Conversation on Food and Nutrition Insecurity

Nourishing Our Neighbors: A Conversation on Food and Nutrition Insecurity

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellbeing
Age Group:
Adults

Community leaders will explore food and nutrition insecurity in Waukesha. Discover local resources for hunger relief and nutrition education, and learn practical ways to expand access to healthy, affordable food for all.

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

Community leaders will explore food and nutrition insecurity in Waukesha. Discover local resources for hunger relief and nutrition education, and learn practical ways to expand access to healthy, affordable food for all.

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.

Homeschool Hangout

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities
Age Group:
Children

Join other homeschool families for STEAM related activities. All ages welcome!

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

Join other homeschool families for STEAM related activities. 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.

Art Therapy with Broken Mirror Healing

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Program Room B at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

A free art therapy workshop with a focus on those who continue to be affected by the 2021 Waukesha Christmas Parade , but open to the whole community . A small presentation by Mira...

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

A free art therapy workshop with a focus on those who continue to be affected by the 2021 Waukesha Christmas Parade , but open to the whole community .

Adult Maker Mondays

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Stop by Studio 321 to explore your creative side, learn new skills, and enjoy an evening of making. Registration is required.

This month we will be exploring polymer clay. Supplies will be provided.

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

Stop by Studio 321 to explore your creative side, learn new skills, and enjoy an evening of making. Registration is required.

This month we will be exploring polymer clay. Supplies will be provided.

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.

Community Office Hours: Dementia Care Specialist with the ADRC of Waukesha County

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room 1 at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Jennifer Harders from the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Waukesha County will be at the Library to meet with people regarding resources or to complete screens.  Ple...

Conference Room 1
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Conference Room 1
Purpose of Meeting

Jennifer Harders from the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Waukesha County will be at the Library to meet with people regarding resources or to complete screens.  Please call her at 262-548-7650 in advance to make an ap

Books For Babies

Books For Babies

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Learn about the newest board books for babies, then stay for playtime! We’ll introduce titles hot off the press, share literacy tips, and read a story or two.

Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Learn about the newest board books for babies, then stay for playtime! We’ll introduce titles hot off the press, share 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.