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Art Explorers

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
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...

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

Kidz Fun Zone

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities
Age Group:
Children
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 July 24: Rainbow of Animal Activities July 31: ...

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

Outdoor Storytime

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30pm
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
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 ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
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.

Colorín Colorado: Cuentos en la Biblioteca

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
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...

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

Outdoor Storytime

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30pm
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
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 ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
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.

Family Fun Days

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

IF IT’S A TUESDAY IN THE SUMMER, IT’S FAMILY FUN DAY! Join us for this family-friendly performance: Science HeroesLearn about real-life science heroes who use STEM to add spla...

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

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

Join us for this family-friendly performance: Science Heroes

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.

Kids in the Kitchen

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

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

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

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

Required
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Cooking
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.

Kidz Fun Zone

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities
Age Group:
Children
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 July 24: Rainbow of Animal Activities July 31: ...

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

Outdoor Storytime

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

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
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

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

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
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

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

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
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.

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
Age Group:
Children
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...

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

Outdoor Storytime

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

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
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.

Family Fun Days

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

IF IT’S A TUESDAY IN THE SUMMER, IT’S FAMILY FUN DAY! Join us for this family-friendly performance: Wildlife in NeedMeet animals up close while you learn how this wildlife reh...

Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Friendly 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.

Art Explorers

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

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

Kidz Fun Zone

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities
Age Group:
Children
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 July 24: Rainbow of Animal Activities July 31: ...

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

Outdoor Storytime

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

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
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.

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
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. 

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.

Summer Celebration - Spoon Man

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities, Performance
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us for a family-friendly performance by “Spoon Man” Jim Cruise at 1:00 PM. Then, stick around for pizza, ice cream, games, and more! 

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

Join us for a family-friendly performance by “Spoon Man” Jim Cruise at 1:00 PM. Then, stick around for pizza, ice cream, games, 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.

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

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.

Messy Masterpieces

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
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. 

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.

Messy Masterpieces

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
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. 

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.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

The Library is closed for Labor Day.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Labor Day.