Classes & Workshops in Holmen

Beginning Weaving with Kallia Walkowiak

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 3:00 PM UTC · Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts

2026 Class Offerings: Wednesday, February 25, 2026 Friday, April 17, 2026 Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Friday, October 2, 2026 Friday, November 6, 2026 (10 am-4 pm) Class Fee: $200/ W

Snack Hack: Kids Kitchen

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Mitchell Street Branch

Each weekly session will include a hands-on cooking lesson that focuses on a specific nutritional element, food group, cooking principle, or history of food. Sessions include a snack for attendees. All supplies will be provided.

Hidden Chapter Book Club

In 2 weeks · Tue, Apr 21, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Central Library

Tucked away in a cozy corner of the library, The Hidden Chapter Book Club gathers once a month to read, sip, and discover. We’ll discuss a new book each month and explore historic library spaces and collections overlooked by the everyday visitor. April meeting will discuss Better Living...

Art Crafternoon

In 3 weeks · Fri, Apr 24, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Atkinson Branch

Come create with us! We'll supply a variety of art supplies and create a new masterpiece each time. Meet friends, get messy, and see what you can create together.

Fiber Arts with Friends

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 9:45 PM–10:45 PM UTC · Tippecanoe Branch

Bring your projects for a monthly social fiber arts get-together! All experience levels encouraged. We welcome knitting, crochet, tatting, sewing, mending or other fiber-related projects.

Gravity! Art and Activities

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 3:30 PM–4:15 PM UTC · Martin Luther King Branch

Let's talk about gravity! Join us for a read aloud about why gravity is so important and then explore the theory with activities and an art project.

Craft & Chat

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 9:00 PM–10:30 PM UTC · East Branch

Bring your craft and hang-out for a cozy craft and chat! All-ages program to bring neighborhood crafters together. Every Thursday starting January 8th - April 30th, 4-5pm.

Midweek Makers

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 7:30 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Zablocki Branch

Beat those Wednesday blues with Midweek Makers! Come get creative, using either an assortment of art supplies from the Art Cart, or using building straws, Magna Tiles, and LEGO bricks during You Build It! on alternating Wednesdays all year long. Make new friends, bring your family, or stop by after.

Chapter Book Buddies Book Club

In 2 weeks · Wed, Apr 22, 9:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Tippecanoe Branch

This month's book is available to check-out at the Tippecanoe Branch one month before the program date.

Create & Craft

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Good Hope Branch

January: Sleep Masks February: DIY Buttons March: 3D Pen Playtime April: Shrinky Dinks

Visible Mending

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 10:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · East Branch

Learn simple and effective mending techniques to bring your beloved clothes back to new life. Explore library resources about clothing repair methods such as replacing buttons and mending buttonholes, patching holes, repairing seams, darning, sashiko, and more! Try out both hand sewing and machine..

ESL Book Club

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 6:00 PM–7:30 PM UTC · Virtual · Ages 18+

ESL Book Club is for adult English language learners. Practice your English reading, speaking, and listening skills. Read part of the book ahead of time and read a chapter together out loud with the group. We will discuss the book's themes, vocabulary, and cultural references. Join other adults...

History Buff Book Club

In 2 weeks · Mon, Apr 20, 10:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Tippecanoe Branch

Calling all history buffs, History Buff Book Club is here! Please join us for a monthly non-fiction, history related book discussion. Upcoming Titles: January 2026 - A Flower Traveled in My Blood by Haley Cohen Gilliland February 2026 - NO BOOK CLUB March 2026 - When Women Ran Fifth Avenue by Julie.

Novel Ideas Book Club

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Zablocki Branch

Once There Were Wolves by Charlotte McConaghy Inti Flynn arrives in Scotland with her twin sister, Aggie, to lead a team of biologists tasked with reintroducing fourteen gray wolves into the remote Highlands. She hopes to heal not only the dying landscape, but Aggie, too, unmade by the terrible...

Ready Readers Book Club

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 9:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Tippecanoe Branch

Copies of the book will be available to check out after each event.

ArtLab

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Center Street Branch

Try out new art supplies, projects and learn new techniques for creative self-expression.

Beginning Sewing for Teens

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 10:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Tippecanoe Branch

Follow along with our amazing teacher, Ms. Lizzy, as she walks teens through step-by-step instructions for making a drawstring pouch on a sewing machine. Please register. Limit 10.

Teaching with Hidden Treasures

In 3 weeks · Sat, Apr 25, 3:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · East Branch · Ages 18+

You don’t have to break the bank to create great props that will enhance your story times and make books come alive! This session will show you a variety of simple but creative story time props that can be made using open-access online finds, your recyclables and craft items you have on hand,...

Cozy Crafting

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 10:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Central Library

Get cozy, craft, and meet up with friends and neighbors @Central Library! Bring along your latest work in progress, or try out an easy, librarian-selected crochet pattern. We’ll enjoy hot seasonal drinks, and browse a curated selection of pattern books available to scan or check out. Bring...

Adult Crafting @ Tippe!

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 10:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Tippecanoe Branch · Ages 18+

Don't let the kids have all the fun! Join us for adult skill level craft projects and create something you can proudly display in your home. Projects change monthly. Registration recommended. April 2026: Coffee Filter Wreaths

Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art

In 1 week · Sun, Apr 19, 5:00 AM–4:59 AM UTC · Central Library

The 84th annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Sunday, April 19 and runs through Saturday, May 16. There will be an artists' reception at the Library during this exhibit run, on Saturday, April 25 from 2:00-3:00PM. The Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art, or...

Animation Around the World

In 3 weeks · Fri, Apr 24, 8:30 PM–10:00 PM UTC · East Branch

Dive into the world of animated movies with Kanopy, featuring a movie from a new country every week! For teens and tweens.

Rhyme Time Stay & Play (ages 0-2)

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 3:30 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Wauwatosa Public Library

Rhyme Time is a 20-minute program which engages your child in early literacy development through interactive stories, songs, fingerplays, and movement. Rhyme Time is designed for children birth through 2 years accompanied by an adult. Older siblings are welcome. Registration is not required. This..

Learn and Play: Spring Cleaning

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 10:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Central Library

Help your child get ready to read with hands-on activities designed to promote early literacy skills. Build motor skills as you "clean", "wash," "iron," and fold a load of laundry. Hang matching sock pairs on a laundry line, use clothespins and hangers, and practice using clothing fasteners like...

Peoria Chiefs at Wisconsin Timber Rattlers

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 11:40 PM UTC · Neuroscience Group Field

MiLB High-A: Peoria Chiefs at Wisconsin Timber Rattlers at Neuroscience Group Field

Learn Through Play STEM Day: Light

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Ashwaubenon Branch

School aged children and caregivers can explore a variety of self-guided STEM activities including: Kaleidoscopes, UV bracelets, and suncatchers.

Teen Craft Club!

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Oconomowoc Public Library

Knitting! Sketching! Crochet! Come on down to the library for some designated crafting time with other teens! Bring your current project and join us, or come and learn a new skill! Ages 12-18.

Toronto Blue Jays at Milwaukee Brewers

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 11:40 PM UTC · American Family Field

MLB: Toronto Blue Jays at Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field

Teen Game Night

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 9:00 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Martin Luther King Branch · Ages 10–17

Fan of video games? Board games? Any games????Then come to the library for a night of fun!

Book Scouts Pizza Party!

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library

Open to youth in grades 3-6. All of Book Scouts Book Club (Story Seekers and Page Turners) are invited to join us for a (PIZZA!) party to celebrate the end of our Book Scouts season! Meet up with friends new and old for lots of book-related activities, discussion, and pizza! Registration is...

Story Time with Playgroup

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 4:00 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Villard Square Branch

Story Time includes plenty of fingerplays, songs, and other activities that help little ones learn. Intended for children 3 years old and younger with a caregiver.

Baby and Toddler Time

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 3:00 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Pewaukee Public Library

Story Time Stay & Play (ages 3-6)

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 3:30 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Wauwatosa Public Library

Story Time promotes early literacy development through interactive stories, songs, fingerplays, and movement. Children will practice gross and fine motor skills, as well as independence; your 3-6-year-old is encouraged to attend on their own if this suits their growing independence and your...

Spanish/English Storytime with La Escuelita

In 2 weeks · Fri, Apr 24, 3:30 PM–4:00 PM UTC · East Branch

Join in the fun and enjoy storytime in Spanish and English. Únete a la diversión y disfruta de la hora del cuento en español e inglés.

Teen Game Lab: Dream It, Build It, Play!

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 9:00 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Good Hope Branch · Ages 10–17

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Baby & Lapsit Storytime

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 2:00 PM–2:30 PM UTC · Oconomowoc Public Library

Let’s read some stories, bounce to rhymes and songs, and play with our friends! Best for ages birth-2 years; siblings of all ages are welcome.

Dabble Box Open Lab

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 8:30 PM–11:00 PM UTC · L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library

Drop in to play, make, and share! From coding with robots to painting and drawing, there’s something for everyone. Open Lab is recommended for ages 8 and up, but is open to all ages with age-appropriate adult supervision.

Book Babies Storytime - Evening Edition

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 10:30 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Wrightstown Branch

Evening edition of storytime offered the second Monday evening each month.

You Build It!

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Martin Luther King Branch

Calling all architects! Enjoy open building time with Magna-Tiles, LEGO Bricks, blocks, and construction straws. Challenge yourself or your friends to build something new!

Family Storytime

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 3:30 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Southwest Branch

Family Yoga with Cultivate Yoga MKE

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 3:00 PM–3:45 PM UTC · Tippecanoe Branch

Children under 7 and their caregivers are invited to practice mindfulness through a variety of physical yoga poses, breath practices, stories, games, and activities to cultivate connection with the body, breath, emotions and each other. All experiences and levels are welcome.

Sensory Story Time (ages 3-8)

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 2:30 PM–3:15 PM UTC · Wauwatosa Public Library

Join us for a Story Time program designed specifically for autistic children, neurodivergent children, or children who find it difficult to sit through our traditional Story Time programs. This 45 minute program is for children ages 3-8 along with their parent or caregiver and includes stories, ...

Papercraft Party

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 11:00 PM–1:00 AM UTC · Oconomowoc Public Library

Looking for the perfect card for a special occasion? Or maybe you’d love to create unique bookmarks for yourself—or to share at the library? Join our monthly Papercraft Party! Explore our extensive collection of high-quality papers and supplies as you design beautiful cards and bookmarks. All...

Story Time & Play Group

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 3:30 PM–4:15 PM UTC · Mitchell Street Branch · Ages 18+

Enjoy a 20 minute storytime, followed by play with educational toys for kids under 3 with an adult.

Teen Litwits Book Club

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 11:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC · L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library

Open to youth in grades 7-12. Join us for Teen Litwits where you can talk about books you love (or hate) without fear of non-readers getting you down. Snacks served. Copies of the current book are available for check out at the Youth Services desk. Register below or contact Youth Services at...

Storytimes for Groups & Families Preschool (Ages 3-5)

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 3:15 PM–3:45 PM UTC · Central Library

Library Lunch & Learn: How to Use AI

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 4:30 PM–5:30 PM UTC · Ashwaubenon Branch

In today's world of rapid technological innovation, it can be a bit difficult to keep up. If you are curious about all of the news regarding Artificial Intelligence (AI), but are not sure where to start? This is the presentation for you! Library IT Technician, Dareios Moore, will share an overview..

Preschool Storytime

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 3:30 PM–4:00 PM UTC · East Branch

Adult Story Time

In 2 weeks · Mon, Apr 20, 11:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Martin Luther King Branch · Ages 18+

Why should kids be the only ones who get read to in the library? Come to the Community Room at King for a relaxing hour listening to a good tale. Our inaugural story is "Washington Black," a novel by Esi Edugyan, the basis for the streaming series of the same name on Hulu.

Baby Time (ages 0-12 mo.)

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 2:30 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Wauwatosa Public Library

Baby Time is an interactive 20-minute program for babies (0 - 12 months) with an adult. Enjoy simple stories, lap bounces, songs, rhymes, and fingerplays together! Older siblings are welcome. Registration is requested. Please note: Our children's programs are planned so that they are...