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Stories Alive

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Stories will spring to life during this drop-in storytime for children of all ages. Our engaging storytellers will ignite imaginations with puppetry, songs, fingerplays, and more.

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

Stories will spring to life during this drop-in storytime for children of all ages. Our engaging storytellers will ignite imaginations with puppetry, songs, fingerplays, 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.

Medicare Monday

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...

Register Now
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.

Meet & Greet SDW School Board Candidates

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 5:15pm - 7:45pm
Program Room A at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Come and meet candidates for the School Board for the School District of Waukesha. This is a community listening session where the candidates will listen to your concerns and visio...

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

Come and meet candidates for the School Board for the School District of Waukesha.

wiggles

Wiggles & Giggles Storytime

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Let's shake those sillies out with fun stories, singing, dancing, and more!

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

Teen Snack Hour

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Enjoy a snack from the Library’s Kitchen and engage in some fun activities. Snacks are available while supplies last.

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

Enjoy a snack from the Library’s Kitchen and engage in some fun activities. 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.

tinker

Tinker Tuesdays

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Friendly Activities
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Drop by for activities geared for kids ages 5-12. Each child must have an adult with them when using the makerspace. Registration is required.January 28 – Snow (igloo building chal...

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Studio 321
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Friendly Activities
Required
Event Details:

Drop by for activities geared for kids ages 5-12. Each child must have an adult with them when using the makerspace. Registration is required.

January 28 – Snow (igloo building challenge)

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.

Waukesha 4-H Horse Project Meeting

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room B at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Meeting for all project members to go through rules, expectations, and events for the upcoming 4-H project year.

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

Meeting for all project members to go through rules, expectations, and events for the upcoming 4-H project year.

pajama

PajamaRama

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Miss Kathy and her lovable puppet friends for cozy bedtime stories. PJs, pillows, and fuzzy slippers optional.

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

UBK homeschoolers Game Day

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 11:30am - 3:30pm
Program Room B at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Our science club will be meeting to do a biology test/activity followed by a larger group (families with parents and siblings) for a educational game day.

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

Our science club will be meeting to do a biology test/activity followed by a larger group (families with parents and siblings) for a educational game day.

Tales of Haunted Hydrology and Spooky Lakes

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.

preschool

Preschool Fun Days

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Kids 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...

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

Kids 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! WRITE! PLAY!

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.

game

Game Day

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Kids are invited to show off their gaming skills! Video games and board games will be available. Registration is not required.

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

Kids are invited to show off their gaming skills! Video games and board games will be available. 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.

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.

Prairie Elementary Family Night

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities
Age Group:
Children, All Ages
Event Details:

Family Night at the Waukesha Public Library for Prairie Elementary School.

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

Family Night at the Waukesha Public Library for Prairie Elementary School.

storytime

Baby & Toddler Storytime & Playgroup

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Infants, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, music, fingerplays, and other activities that help foster a love of reading. Storytime is followed by pl...

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

Infants, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, music, fingerplays, and other activities that help foster a love of reading. Storytime is followed by playgroup—an informal gathering 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.

hello saturday

Hello Saturday

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Spice up your Saturday with a fun family activity. February 1: Frozen Tales with the Snow QueenFebruary 8: Open Wide, What’s Inside?!February 15: Bird FeedersFebruary 22: Craf...

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

Spice up your Saturday with a fun family activity.

 

February 1: Frozen Tales with the Snow Queen

February 8: Open Wide, What’s Inside?!

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.

stories

Stories Alive

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Stories will spring to life during this drop-in storytime for children of all ages. Our engaging storytellers will ignite imaginations with puppetry, songs, fingerplays, and more.

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

Stories will spring to life during this drop-in storytime for children of all ages. Our engaging storytellers will ignite imaginations with puppetry, songs, fingerplays, 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.

Monday Movie Matinee: Casablanca (PG)

Monday Movie Matinee

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

You had me at “movies at the Library.” Library chairs will be available, but you are welcome to bring a more comfortable chair or cushion. Popcorn will be served. Movie ratings and...

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

You had me at “movies at the Library.” Library chairs will be available, but you are welcome to bring a more comfortable chair or cushion. Popcorn will be served. Movie ratings and content vary. Not all movies will be suitable for all audiences.

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.

Open Knit & Crochet - Public Welcome!

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room 2 at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

--OPEN TO THE PUBLIC-- Join us for some open knitting & crochet time at the library! You are encouraged to bring your own project and work at your own pace. We promise there wil...

Conference Room 2
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Conference Room 2
Purpose of Meeting

--OPEN TO THE PUBLIC--

wiggles

Wiggles & Giggles Storytime

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Let's shake those sillies out with fun stories, singing, dancing, and more!

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

Community Resource Fair

Community Resource Fair

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Strong communities are caring communities! Talk with representatives from local organizations that provide helpful resources to Waukesha residents.  

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

Strong communities are caring communities! Talk with representatives from local organizations that provide helpful resources to Waukesha residents.  

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.

after school

Teen After School Activities

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Teen Zone at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Friendly Activities, Games
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us after school for games, crafts, and activities! One Tuesday per month will be Teen Snack Hour.

Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Friendly Activities, Games
Event Details:

Join us after school for games, crafts, and activities! One Tuesday per month will be Teen Snack Hour.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

pajama

PajamaRama

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Miss Kathy and her lovable puppet friends for cozy bedtime stories. PJs, pillows, and fuzzy slippers optional.

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

Applications 101 with WCTC

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Program Room A at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Speaker
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn about job and college applications, the similarities, and differences between the two, and how to navigate the various types of job or college applications. Open to adults ag...

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

Learn about job and college applications, the similarities, and differences between the two, and how to navigate the various types of job or college applications.

after school

Teen After School Activities

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Teen Zone at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Friendly Activities, Games
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us after school for games, crafts, and activities! One Tuesday per month will be Teen Snack Hour.

Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Friendly Activities, Games
Event Details:

Join us after school for games, crafts, and activities! One Tuesday per month will be Teen Snack Hour.

Disclaimer(s)

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.