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PajamaRama

Tuesday, March 24, 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 Café

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Memory Cafe
Age Group:
Adults

Quilters’ Café
Celebrate the colorful world of quilts with our show-and-tell quilting café! Experienced quilters will share their projects and stories—plus we’ll play some quilting games, too! Registration is required.

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

Quilters’ Café
Celebrate the colorful world of quilts with our show-and-tell quilting café! Experienced quilters will share their projects and stories—plus we’ll play some quilting games, too! 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.

Teen After-School Activities

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:45pm
Teen Zone at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Teens

Join us after school every Tuesday and Wednesday, from February 3- April 29, for various games, crafts, and activities! 

There will be no after-school activities during Spring Break. (March 31 and April 1).

Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun
Event Details:

Join us after school every Tuesday and Wednesday, from February 3- April 29, for various games, crafts, and activities! 

There will be no after-school activities during Spring Break. (March 31 and April 1).

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

Wednesday, March 25, 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 

Upcoming
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.

Preschool Fun Days

Thursday, March 26, 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

Thursday, March 26, 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 & Playgroup

Friday, March 27, 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!

Saturday, March 28, 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.

Music Mondays

Monday, March 30, 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, March 30, 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.

Family Storytime

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

It’s Spring Break! Join us for a drop-in storytime for kids of all ages.

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

It’s Spring Break! Join us for a drop-in storytime for kids of all ages.

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.

English Language Learning @ WPL

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Public Meeting
Age Group:
Adults

This six-week English language class is intended for students (ages 18+) whose native language is not English.

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

This six-week English language class is intended for students (ages 18+) whose native language is not English.

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.

PajamaRama

Tuesday, March 31, 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.

Sketchbook Club

Sketchbook Club

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 321 at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Explore a variety of prompts and mediums to help you grow your sketchbook skills. Bring your own sketchbook and favorite drawing tools. Ages 18+   

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

Explore a variety of prompts and mediums to help you grow your sketchbook skills. Bring your own sketchbook and favorite drawing tools. Ages 18+   

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 Book Club

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Build literacy and make lasting memories during Spring Break!

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

Build literacy and make lasting memories during Spring Break!

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.

LEGO® Club

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Program Room at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Children

Play and meet other building buddies! LEGO® bricks are provided. Kids ages 5 and up are invited.

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

Play and meet other building buddies! LEGO® bricks are provided. Kids ages 5 and up are invited.

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.

Family Storytime

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

It’s Spring Break! Join us for a drop-in storytime for kids of all ages.

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

It’s Spring Break! Join us for a drop-in storytime for kids of all ages.

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!

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room A/B 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: Program Room A/B
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.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Waukesha Public Library

The Library is closed for Easter.

Closing
Branches:
Waukesha Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Easter.

Stories Alive

Stories Alive

Monday, April 6, 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.

Election

All Day
Program Room A/B at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Public Meeting
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Program Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Public Meeting

Wiggles & Giggles Storytime

Tuesday, April 7, 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.

Teen After-School Activities

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:45pm
Teen Zone at Waukesha Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Teens

Join us after school every Tuesday and Wednesday, from February 3- April 29, for various games, crafts, and activities! 

There will be no after-school activities during Spring Break. (March 31 and April 1).

Library Branch: Waukesha Public Library
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun
Event Details:

Join us after school every Tuesday and Wednesday, from February 3- April 29, for various games, crafts, and activities! 

There will be no after-school activities during Spring Break. (March 31 and April 1).

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.

PajamaRama

Tuesday, April 7, 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.