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School Visit

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Studio 321
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Open Studio Time

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Studio 321
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Open Studio Time

Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Studio 321
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

The Library is closed for Memorial Day.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Memorial Day.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Snack Hour

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities
Age Group:
Teens

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 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

School Visit

Friday, May 30, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:30pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Studio 321
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Buchnerfest

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Help us kick off our Summer Library Program and the opening of Buchner Pool! Enjoy storytimes, the Fairy Godmother Sisters, and activity stations. Done in partnership with the Waukesha Parks, Recreation & Forestry Dept.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Family Activities
Event Details:

Help us kick off our Summer Library Program and the opening of Buchner Pool! Enjoy storytimes, the Fairy Godmother Sisters, and activity stations. Done in partnership with the Waukesha Parks, Recreation & Forestry Dept.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Snack Hour

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities
Age Group:
Teens

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 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.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

All Ages Tie Dye

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Offsite at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

People of all ages can color their world at this tie-dyeing event! Bring your own t-shirts and dyeable items. If you forget, we’ll have cloth squares available (while supplies last). This event will take place in Cutler Park.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

People of all ages can color their world at this tie-dyeing event! Bring your own t-shirts and dyeable items. If you forget, we’ll have cloth squares available (while supplies last). This event will take place in Cutler Park.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Nerf Wars

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities
Age Group:
Teens

It's ON! Join WPL and Milwaukee Area Nerf Outings for a Nerf War of epic proportions. Bring your own blaster or borrow ours. Leave your ammo at home; we’ll provide the darts. Teens grades 7-12 are invited to participate. 

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Family Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's ON! Join WPL and Milwaukee Area Nerf Outings for a Nerf War of epic proportions. Bring your own blaster or borrow ours. Leave your ammo at home; we’ll provide the darts. 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Set Apart Art - Turtles

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Set Apart Art instructor Wendy McDonnell will provide step-by-step instructions for creating turtle paintings. Sponsored by the Bridges Library System. Teens grades 7-12 are invited to participate. 

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Studio 321
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Set Apart Art instructor Wendy McDonnell will provide step-by-step instructions for creating turtle paintings. Sponsored by the Bridges Library System. 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.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

The Library is closed for Independence Day.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Independence Day.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Rainbow Cake in a Jar

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking & Food
Age Group:
Teens

Join us to make a colorful and delicious dessert. Teens grades 7-12 are invited to participate. 

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

Join us to make a colorful and delicious dessert. 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.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Tabletop Terrariums

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Let your creative side flourish as you put together a whimsical tabletop terrarium! Teens grades 7-12 are invited to participate. 

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

Let your creative side flourish as you put together a whimsical tabletop terrarium! 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen DIY Cosplay: Magic Staves and Wands

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Activities, Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Teens

This class will teach you to make magic staves and wands from anime and movies. Then, feel free to design your own! Teens grades 7-12 are invited to participate. 

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Studio 321
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Activities, Music, Games & Fun
Registration Required
Event Details:

This class will teach you to make magic staves and wands from anime and movies. Then, feel free to design your own! 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

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.

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.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

The Library is closed for Thanksgiving.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Thanksgiving.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

The Library is closed for the holidays.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for the holidays.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

The Library is closed for the holidays.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for the holidays.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

The Library is closed for New Year's Eve.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for New Year's Eve.