It is the vision of the Waukesha Public Library to provide a welcoming and dynamic environment where citizens of all ages can find the inspiration, ideas, and information
necessary to achieve their full potential.
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Attention Book Clubs!
Seven new Book Group Kits are available for your group to read and discuss: * Animal, Vegetable, Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver * Angry Housewives Eating Bon Bons by Lorna Landvik * The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot * Look Again by Lisa Scottoline * The Story of Edgar Sawtelle by David Wroblewski * The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield * The World Without Us by Alan Weisman
Each kit contains ten copies of a discussable title, plus a discussion guide, in an easy to transport duffel bag. You can even set your own convenient due date, up to ninety days from the day you check it out. Stop at the Reference Desk for more information and to pick up a complete list of our 55 kit titles. Obtaining multiple copies for your book club has never been easier!
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Saturday, March 9, 1:00 p.m.
Join us for an early St. Patrick's Day celebration of Celtic music and culture. Both traditional and original music will be performed on the Ancient Wire Strung Celtic Harp.
Join the Waukesha YMCA and the Waukesha Public Library for our Healthy Living Series beginning Tuesday, March 19 from noon to 1:00 p.m. Learn from a registered dietitian what steps you need to take to live a healthier life. Attendees are welcome to bring their lunch and to eat during these lunch 'n' learn workshops.
Tuesday, March 19:
Preventing Heart Disease
Tuesday, April 16: Stress Management
Tuesday, May 21:
Prevention and Management of Diabetes
For more information on on these or other adult programs,
Bright Beginnings - Books Too Good to Miss!Saturday, March 23, 9:30-11:30 a.m. OR 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Library staff will present innovative and practical ways to use the best of this years' children's books, as well as some old favorites for curricular connections, thematic tie-ins and just plain fun! Contact the Children's Department at 262-524-3692 to register. Continuing education hours available!
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Student art from the School District of Waukesha will grace the Library walls during the month of March. On March 14, from 4:00-6:00 p.m. there will be an art reception to honor the student artists and their art teachers.
Sign up today for one or more creative art classes offered at the Library. Cerealism
Saturday, March 9, 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Pipe Cleaner Sculptures
Tuesday, March 19, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Razzle Dazzle Garland
Monday, March 25 Ages 6-9: 4:00-5:00 p.m. Ages 10-12: 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Page Remmers with the Waukesha Community Art Project will help you create your own snazzy garland.
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Library Closed
Sunday,
March 31 | |
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Monday Movie Nights
at 6:30 p.m.
March 11
Skyfall
March 25
Elizabeth: The Golden Age |
To get program updates and other information about books and reading 'like' the Waukesha Reads Facebook page.
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