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Kids in the Kitchen

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking & Food
Age Group:
Children

Learn about cooking and sample a tasty treat. Kids ages 5-12 are welcome to participate. Registration is required. 

Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Cooking & Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about cooking and sample a tasty treat. Kids ages 5-12 are welcome to participate. Registration is 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.

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.

Kids in the Kitchen

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking & Food
Age Group:
Children

Learn about cooking and sample a tasty treat. Kids ages 5-12 are welcome to participate. Registration is required. 

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Cooking & Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about cooking and sample a tasty treat. Kids ages 5-12 are welcome to participate. Registration is 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.

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.

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Kidz Fun Zone

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities
Age Group:
Children

Experience a new activity each week! Drop in when you can, leave when you’d like.

July 10: Spy Camp 

July 17: Mini Golf 

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

Experience a new activity each week! Drop in when you can, leave when you’d like.

July 10: Spy Camp 

July 17: Mini Golf 

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.

Sheepshead for Learning In Retirement members

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 12:15pm - 3:15pm
Program Room B at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

sheepshead card game

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

sheepshead card game

Trivia at North Pillar Brewing Co.

Trivia at North Pillar Brewing Co.

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Adults

Join us at North Pillar Brewing Co. to test your trivia knowledge and compete for glory! Purchase is not required to participate. No more than 6 people per team. Prizes will be given to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun
Event Details:

Join us at North Pillar Brewing Co. to test your trivia knowledge and compete for glory! Purchase is not required to participate. No more than 6 people per team. Prizes will be given to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams.

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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Outdoor Storytime

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a drop-in Storytime for kids of all ages! Bring a blanket and your lunch. During bad weather, storytime will move into the Children's Dept.

* There will be no storytime on July 1 or July 4.

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

Join us for a drop-in Storytime for kids of all ages! Bring a blanket and your lunch. During bad weather, storytime will move into the Children's Dept.

* There will be no storytime on July 1 or July 4.

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.

Farmers Market Storytime

Farmers' Market Storytime

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Listen to stories, songs, and rhymes while enjoying your treats from the market. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on.

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

Listen to stories, songs, and rhymes while enjoying your treats from the market. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on.

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.

Farmers Market Storytime

Farmers' Market Storytime

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Listen to stories, songs, and rhymes while enjoying your treats from the market. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on.

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

Listen to stories, songs, and rhymes while enjoying your treats from the market. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on.

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.

Division 2 DCM Meeting - Key Club

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room B at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

To meet with fellow Key Clubbers nearby, converse on how to improve their clubs, and go over goals for the year!

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

To meet with fellow Key Clubbers nearby, converse on how to improve their clubs, and go over goals for the year!

colorin

Colorín Colorado: Cuentos en la Biblioteca

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

¡Vengan a disfrutar de cuentos, actividades, y una paleta helada con toda la familia! Este programa está dirigido a las familias hispanohablantes con niños pequeños. No se necesita registrarse.

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

¡Vengan a disfrutar de cuentos, actividades, y una paleta helada con toda la familia! Este programa está dirigido a las familias hispanohablantes con niños pequeños. No se necesita registrarse.

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.

Quiet Book Club in Cutler Park

Quiet Book Club

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Adults

Gather to read silently on the grassy lawns of Cutler Park and enjoy refreshing drinks and a snack. Readers are welcome, but not required, to quietly socialize and chat about what they're reading for the last 15 minutes of the event.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group
Event Details:

Gather to read silently on the grassy lawns of Cutler Park and enjoy refreshing drinks and a snack. Readers are welcome, but not required, to quietly socialize and chat about what they're reading for the last 15 minutes of the event.

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.

Oakbrook Corporation Budget Meeting

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 9:30am - 2:00pm
Program Room A at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Budget planning meeting for our organization

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

Budget planning meeting for our organization

SBHF Family Education Group

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room B at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Offering education and social support to prenatal and parenting families that we serve in our home visiting program.

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

Offering education and social support to prenatal and parenting families that we serve in our home visiting program.

storytime

Outdoor Storytime

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30pm
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a drop-in Storytime for kids of all ages! Bring a blanket and your lunch. During bad weather, storytime will move into the Children's Dept.

* There will be no storytime on July 1 or July 4.

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

Join us for a drop-in Storytime for kids of all ages! Bring a blanket and your lunch. During bad weather, storytime will move into the Children's Dept.

* There will be no storytime on July 1 or July 4.

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.

Water Blaster Spray Art

Teen Water Blaster Spray Art

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

This program will be meeting on the front steps of the Library. 

Use a water blaster to make your own unique artwork. Teens grades 7-12 are invited to participate. 

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program will be meeting on the front steps of the Library. 

Use a water blaster to make your own unique artwork. Teens grades 7-12 are invited to participate. 

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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Family Fun Days

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities
Age Group:
Children

IF IT’S A TUESDAY IN THE SUMMER, IT’S FAMILY FUN DAY! 

Join us for this family-friendly performance: Wildlife in Need

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

IF IT’S A TUESDAY IN THE SUMMER, IT’S FAMILY FUN DAY! 

Join us for this family-friendly performance: Wildlife in Need

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.

Idyllic Bubble Tea House

Idyllic Bubble Tea House

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking & Food
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a kitchen demonstration by Idyllic Bubble Tea House and learn about their fascinating and refreshing drinks! Participants will have a chance to enjoy a small sample of bubble tea. Registration is required.

Waitlist
Registration Required
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 kitchen demonstration by Idyllic Bubble Tea House and learn about their fascinating and refreshing drinks! Participants will have a chance to enjoy a small sample of bubble tea. Registration is 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.

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.

Art Explorers

Art Explorers

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Color your world with art projects inspired by the masters! Learn about the work of famous artists and create your own masterpiece to take home. Each child (ages 5-12) must have an adult with them when using the makerspace.

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

Color your world with art projects inspired by the masters! Learn about the work of famous artists and create your own masterpiece to take home. Each child (ages 5-12) must have an adult with them when using the makerspace.

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.

State of Homelessness

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Program Room A at Waukesha Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Provide data on the state of homelessness to service providers in Waukesha County.

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

Provide data on the state of homelessness to service providers in Waukesha County.

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Kidz Fun Zone

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities
Age Group:
Children

Experience a new activity each week! Drop in when you can, leave when you’d like.

July 10: Spy Camp 

July 17: Mini Golf 

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

Experience a new activity each week! Drop in when you can, leave when you’d like.

July 10: Spy Camp 

July 17: Mini Golf 

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.

Tiny Art Show Registration

Tiny Art Show Registration

All Day
Virtual at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Register here to pick up a kit to participate in the Library's Tiny Art Show. Kits may be picked up starting Monday, July 7. Your completed art must be dropped off by Wednesday, July 30 @ 8:30 PM.

Register Now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Register here to pick up a kit to participate in the Library's Tiny Art Show. Kits may be picked up starting Monday, July 7. Your completed art must be dropped off by Wednesday, July 30 @ 8:30 PM.

storytime

Outdoor Storytime

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a drop-in Storytime for kids of all ages! Bring a blanket and your lunch. During bad weather, storytime will move into the Children's Dept.

* There will be no storytime on July 1 or July 4.

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

Join us for a drop-in Storytime for kids of all ages! Bring a blanket and your lunch. During bad weather, storytime will move into the Children's Dept.

* There will be no storytime on July 1 or July 4.

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.

Monday Movie Matinee: Wicked (PG)

Monday Movie Matinee

Monday, August 4, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Program Room A at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a movie! Library chairs will be available, but you are welcome to bring a more comfortable chair or cushion. Popcorn will be served. Movie content varies.   

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

Join us for a movie! Library chairs will be available, but you are welcome to bring a more comfortable chair or cushion. Popcorn will be served. Movie content varies.   

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.

Messy Masterpieces

Monday, August 4, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Let your child explore art without the pressure of making anything specific. Kids will be encouraged to experiment, play, and discover their own artistic style. 

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

Let your child explore art without the pressure of making anything specific. Kids will be encouraged to experiment, play, and discover their own artistic style. 

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.