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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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Online Catalog Update: December 2 - 10
The eight public libraries of Jefferson County are joining the 16 public libraries of Waukesha County to become the new Bridges Library System. When the consolidation of the Jefferson and Waukesha County library catalogs is complete, you will have access to 2.3 million items! The catalog will be updated from December 2 - 10. During this time, the library catalog will be unavailable.
Between December 2-10:
You will be able to:
* Visit the library during regular business hours
* Check out all types of material, including e-materials
* Use the library's website and Internet access
* Keep your position in holds queues
You will NOT be able to:
* Login to your account
* View the online catalog from home or inside the library
* Renew materials
* Pay fines/fees* Place holds
Thank you for your patience!
We look forward to providing you with
this enhanced library experience.
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Jessica Michna's Christmas At Balmoral Castle
Details are available at the Reference Desk, 524-3682.
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 Teen Makerspace Winter Party
Tuesday, December 8, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Drop by after school and be a maker! Snacks, crafts and games will be provided. Teen Manga and Anime Club Ramen Party
Tuesday, December 15, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Enjoy ramen and Japanese snacks while watching a couple episodes of the anime featuring our favorite mysterious butler.
Teens in grade 7-12 are invited to participate. For details on these or other programs,
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Dads and Kids Activity NightWednesdays: December 2 - 16; 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Kids of all ages...bring your dad, grandad or favorite uncle to the library for an evening of stories, games and activities.
 Fantastic Flicks Saturday December 19, 2:00 p.m.
Schools Out!
Join us for the movie, Minions.
Game Days and Open Minecraft PlayMonday - Wednesday, December 28 - 3010:00 a.m. - NoonWe've got the iPads, board games and Wiis... you just need to come for the fun! All ages welcome.
For details on these and other children's programs,
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Fifty new magazine titles were added to Flipster!
Flipster makes it easy to read your favorite magazines on your computer or mobile device. This month, 50 new titles have been added, making a total of 104 magazines available to you! New titles include: Architectural Digest, Bon Appetit, Conde Nast Traveler, Elle Décor, Flea Market Décor, New Yorker and Vogue. See the complete list of available titles!
If you prefer paper copies, our extensive magazine collection is still available any time the library is open.
Access to your favorite magazines has never been easier!
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Friends of the Waukesha Public Library
The year is coming to an end, and we look forward to another successful year in 2016. If you have not renewed your membership or wish to become a member of the Friends of the Waukesha Public Library, please complete a membership form and submit it to the Library.
If you are interested in volunteering at the library with the Friends, please fill out a volunteer application and return it to the library. The opportunities to volunteer are always expanding. Some events at which Friends volunteers helped in 2015 were Friends' membership drives, Waukesha Reads, Buchnerfest, art dedications and fundraising events. Please check the Friends' link on the Library's website for upcoming events. Also, all are invited to join us for our bimonthly board meetings, held at 6:30 p.m. in the Library Board Room. Our next meeting is Monday, January 18, 2016.
Sincerely,
Pat Church
President, Friends of Waukesha Public Library
Don't miss this upcoming event: Dinner @ Culver's
2300 Grandview Blvd., Waukesha
Wednesday, December 2, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Sponsored by Friends of Waukesha Public Library
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The Library is closed
Friday, December 4
for Staff Education Day.
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The Library is closed on
Thursday,
December 24 &
Friday, December 25
Thursday,
December 31 &
Friday, January 1
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Adult Book Discussion
There will be no Adult Book Discussion meeting in December.
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 Tuesday, December 1510:00 a.m. The film features Wisconsin author Jerry Apps reminiscing about winters on the family farm. | | |
Monday Night Movies
begin at 6:30 p.m.
Monday, December 14 Monday, December 28
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Support Friends of Waukesha Public Library while you shop online!
Login in to your Amazon account at Amazon Smile, select Friends
of Waukesha Public Library as the group you want to support and start shopping!
A percent of your purchases will be donated to the Friends.
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