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Vision Boards Femprenuer

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room B at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

the purpose of this meeting is to connect women through networking and goal setting by creating a vision boards that inspire personal and professional growth.

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

the purpose of this meeting is to connect women through networking and goal setting by creating a vision boards that inspire personal and professional growth.

Titles for Tots

Titles For Tots

Friday, January 23, 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.

School Visit

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Studio 321
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
JanBoree

JanBoree - Your Mars Vacation

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Children

Are you ready for a Mars vacation? Dr. Dennis Roscoe will walk you through your itinerary of tourist hotspots, along with your accommodations aboard the SpaceX Starship, for your three-year adventure.

Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities, Science & Technology
Event Details:

Are you ready for a Mars vacation? Dr. Dennis Roscoe will walk you through your itinerary of tourist hotspots, along with your accommodations aboard the SpaceX Starship, for your three-year adventure.

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.

JanBoree

JanBoree Art

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Create an “Out of This World” masterpiece in Studio 321. Open to all ages. Makers under age 11 must be accompanied by an adult.

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

Create an “Out of This World” masterpiece in Studio 321. Open to all ages. Makers under age 11 must be accompanied by an adult.

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.

JanBoree

JanBoree - Galaxy of Crafts

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Kids of all ages are invited to make galaxy slime, constellation patterns, and other make-and-take projects. 

Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Kids of all ages are invited to make galaxy slime, constellation patterns, and other make-and-take projects. 

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.

Open Studio Time

Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Studio 321
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Stories Alive

Stories Alive

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

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.

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.

The Choice of Voice: A Writer's Workshop

The Choice of Voice: A Writer's Workshop

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Author Visit
Age Group:
Adults

Kathie Giorgio will lead an interactive writers' workshop exploring the powerful role of voice. Fiction and non-fiction writers are welcome.

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

Kathie Giorgio will lead an interactive writers' workshop exploring the powerful role of voice. Fiction and non-fiction writers are 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.

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.

YMCA Nutrition Workshop: Budget-Friendly Meals

YMCA Nutrition Workshop: Budget-Friendly Meals

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking & Food, Health & Wellbeing
Age Group:
Adults

Join Sydney Roberts, a Registered Dietitian from the YMCA, who knows that eating healthy doesn’t have to mean spending more.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking & Food, Health & Wellbeing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Sydney Roberts, a Registered Dietitian from the YMCA, who knows that eating healthy doesn’t have to mean spending 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.

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.

Wiggles and Giggles

Wiggles & Giggles Storytime

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Shake those sillies out with stories, singing, dancing, and more!

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

Shake those sillies out with 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.

Waukesha 4-H Horse Project Meeting

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Program Room A at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Annual meeting for the horse project to discuss events and expectations for the year

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

Annual meeting for the horse project to discuss events and expectations for the year

PajamaRama

PajamaRama

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

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 & 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.

Waukesha Memory Cafe Image

Memory Café

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Memory Cafe
Age Group:
Adults

Laughing in the New Year

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Memory Cafe
Registration Required
Event Details:

Laughing in the New Year

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.

Creative Sparks

Creative Sparks

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Perfect for kids who love to explore different ways of creating, this program features a new hands-on art project each month. Registration is required. Kids ages 5-12 are invited.

January - 3D Collage 

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Perfect for kids who love to explore different ways of creating, this program features a new hands-on art project each month. Registration is required. Kids ages 5-12 are invited.

January - 3D Collage 

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.

Banting Elementary Family Night

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities
Age Group:
Children, Adults

Banting Elementary School Family Night at Waukesha Public Library.

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

Banting Elementary School Family Night at Waukesha Public Library.

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.

Preschool Fun Days

Preschool Fun Days

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Children ages 3-4 and their caregivers are invited to join us for a fun-filled morning of stories and early literacy activities. We will focus on the five key early literacy skills: READ! TALK! SING! WRITE! PLAY!

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

Children ages 3-4 and their caregivers are invited to join us for a fun-filled morning of stories and early literacy activities. We will 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.

Chess Club

Chess Club

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Children

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. 

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.

Baby & Toddler Storytime

Baby & Toddler Storytime & Playgroup

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

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 an informal playgroup for families.

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

Hello Saturday

Hello Saturday!

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities
Age Group:
Children

Spice up your Saturday with a fun family activity.

January 31: Crafterday!

February 7: Bilingual Storytime with Amanda Stewart and Treasures/Los Tesoros

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

Spice up your Saturday with a fun family activity.

January 31: Crafterday!

February 7: Bilingual Storytime with Amanda Stewart and Treasures/Los Tesoros

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.

Sunbeam Kids

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Program Room A at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Making door decorations for Linden Grove residents

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

Making door decorations for Linden Grove residents

Music Mondays

Music Mondays

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Children

Thirty minutes of songs and rhymes will encourage singing, dancing, and playing. 

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

Thirty minutes of songs and rhymes will encourage singing, dancing, and playing. 

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 Matinees

Monday, February 2, 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.

Wiggles and Giggles

Wiggles & Giggles Storytime

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Shake those sillies out with stories, singing, dancing, and more!

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

Shake those sillies out with 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.