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Reading Challenge: NASA’s Artemis Project — To the Moon, Mars, and Beyond
In ancient Greek mythology, Artemis was the goddess of the moon and twin of the sun god Apollo. Much like NASA's Apollo program, which took humans to the moon in the 1960s and 1970s, the Artemis spaceflight program will return humans to the moon and prepare us for our first travels to Mars and beyond. […]
2 events,
Closed for New Year’s
Closed for New Year’s
The library and Bookmobile will be closed Friday, Dec. 30 through Monday, Jan. 2 in observance of New Year's.
3 events,
Career Development Services with Job Center of Wisconsin
Career Development Services with Job Center of Wisconsin
The Job Center of Wisconsin is hosting pop-up services in the Racine Public Library! Stop in during their open sessions to get help with: Resume writing Interview preparation Strengthening your job search Applying for unemployment Registering on the Job Center of Wisconsin website They also offer virtual workshops for those who aren’t able to stop […]
Computer How-Tos: Windows 101
Computer How-Tos: Windows 101
Tuesday, Jan. 3(Register) and Mar. 21(Register) | 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor Adults | Registration Required Learn the basics of the Windows operating system. No materials required — just stop in, and we'll use the library's computers to show you the ropes.
2 events,
Scratch Jr. 101
Scratch Jr. 101
Get started on your coding journey. We walk you through the basics of coding using Scratch Jr., an easy block coding program for young ages. Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor Age range: Grades K-3 Registration is required.
3 events,
Senior Bingo
Senior Bingo
It’s Bingo time! Join us the first Thursday of every month for five free rounds of Bingo, and maybe even win a prize if you’re one of our best players. We've got new prizes for the new year — our best players will win scratch-offs from the Wisconsin State Lottery. Room: Community Room - Adult […]
Scratch 101
Scratch 101
Get started on your coding journey. We'll walk you through the basics of coding using Scratch, an easy block coding program for young ages. Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor Age range: Grades 4-8 Registration is required.
3 events,
Maker Monday
Maker Monday
The Innovation Lab will be open all day for you to stop in and try our 3D printers, laser engravers, virtual reality, drones and more! Try printing out a figurine or useful tool, or engrave a tag for your pet. You can even stay for a while to use our gaming systems. Room: The Atrium […]
Virtual Anti-Racism Book Group
Virtual Anti-Racism Book Group
This book club meets every Monday to cover books and conversations on the topic of racism. Location: Zoom Age range: Adults Registration is required — email Melissa.Donaldson@RacineLibrary.info for the Zoom link.
3 events,
*Canceled* Career Development Services with Job Center of Wisconsin
*Canceled* Career Development Services with Job Center of Wisconsin
The Job Center of Wisconsin is hosting pop-up services in the Racine Public Library! Stop in during their open sessions to get help with: Resume writing Interview preparation Strengthening your job search Applying for unemployment Registering on the Job Center of Wisconsin website They also offer virtual workshops for those who aren’t able to stop […]
Friends of the Racine Public Library Board Meeting
Friends of the Racine Public Library Board Meeting
On the second Tuesday of every month, the Friends of the Racine Public Library's board plans fundraisers, brainstorms promotions for the Friends and the Racine Public Library and sets strategy around advocacy and volunteering. Interested in joining? Email Friends@RPLFriends.org.
4 events,
Family Storytime with Miss Gail
Family Storytime with Miss Gail
Join us for music, motion and fun as we explore some of Miss Gail’s favorite stories. Her unique storytelling style captures children's minds and hearts, creating an inclusive space for everyone to interact. Room: Youth Services - 1st Floor Age range: Kids No registration — just drop in.
Learn to Type
Learn to Type
Hone your typing skills or get started on your typing journey. We'll have you typing like a pro in no time. Note: The date for this event has moved from Jan. 12 to Jan. 11. Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor Age range: Grades 4-8 Registration is required.
Chess Club
Chess Club
Join us for a facilitated chess club! Jeffrey Garcia, a member of the U.S. Chess Federation with more than 25 years in the game, will teach you how to play or help you find an opponent. No experience is necessary, and all ages are welcome. No registration — just drop in!
2 events,
Senior Dominoes: Chicken Foot
Senior Dominoes: Chicken Foot
Come play a few sessions of Chicken Foot Dominoes with us! We provide the space and the games, and you bring yourself (and a few friends or neighbors, if you'd like). Room: The Atrium - 1st Floor Age range: 55+ No registration — just drop in.
2 events,
Closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
The library and Bookmobile will be closed on Monday, Jan. 16 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. We will not be available for phone calls, chat messages or social services during this closure.
2 events,
Career Development Services with Job Center of Wisconsin
Career Development Services with Job Center of Wisconsin
The Job Center of Wisconsin is hosting pop-up services in the Racine Public Library! Stop in during their open sessions to get help with: Resume writing Interview preparation Strengthening your job search Applying for unemployment Registering on the Job Center of Wisconsin website They also offer virtual workshops for those who aren’t able to stop […]
3 events,
Family Storytime with Miss Gail
Family Storytime with Miss Gail
Join us for music, motion and fun as we explore some of Miss Gail’s favorite stories. Her unique storytelling style captures children's minds and hearts, creating an inclusive space for everyone to interact. Room: Youth Services - 1st Floor Age range: Kids No registration — just drop in.
Craft Time with Miss Keiko
Craft Time with Miss Keiko
Unleash your artistic spirit! Miss Keiko will be here with supplies for an easy craft and her eye for aesthetics to help you explore your creative side. Room: Youth Services - 1st Floor Age range: Kids No registration — just drop in.
2 events,
Racine Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Racine Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
The Racine Public Library’s board of trustees meets once a month. At their meetings, they discuss how the library has been doing and vote on any important courses of action. To see agendas and other details of the board meetings, visit the board meetings webpage. Meetings are open to the public. Room: Hybrid — Zoom […]
2 events,
Senior Movie Day
Senior Movie Day
All those 55 and up, join us for a movie! We’re setting up our full-size screen, projector — plus free popcorn and water — for your enjoyment. In today's film, the Crawley family journeys to southern France to investigate the mystery of the dowager countess' newly inherited villa. Room: The Atrium - 1st Floor Age […]
3 events,
Virtual Anti-Racism Book Group
Virtual Anti-Racism Book Group
This book club meets every Monday to cover books and conversations on the topic of racism. Location: Zoom Age range: Adults Registration is required — email Melissa.Donaldson@RacineLibrary.info for the Zoom link.
Podcast Production 101 with Community Powered
Podcast Production 101 with Community Powered
Learn some of the standard methods and styles of creating a podcast with Anthony from Community Powered. Community Powered, a part of Wisconsin Humanities, is working with the Racine Public Library to empower our community. Room: The Atrium - 1st Floor Age range: Teens, Adults Registration Required: January Click Here, February Click Here
3 events,
Career Development Services with Job Center of Wisconsin
Career Development Services with Job Center of Wisconsin
The Job Center of Wisconsin is hosting pop-up services in the Racine Public Library! Stop in during their open sessions to get help with: Resume writing Interview preparation Strengthening your job search Applying for unemployment Registering on the Job Center of Wisconsin website They also offer virtual workshops for those who aren’t able to stop […]
Paint ‘N’ Sip Coffee
Paint ‘N’ Sip Coffee
Sip coffee while painting the winter scene seen below with the guidance of our in-house artist, Ken. Room: Community Room - Adult Services, 2nd Floor (by the elevator) Age range: Seniors Ages 55+ Registration is required. Register for Jan. 24 Register for Feb. 21 (form opens Jan. 21) Register for March 21 (form opens Feb. […]
4 events,
Family Storytime with Miss Gail
Family Storytime with Miss Gail
Join us for music, motion and fun as we explore some of Miss Gail’s favorite stories. Her unique storytelling style captures children's minds and hearts, creating an inclusive space for everyone to interact. Room: Youth Services - 1st Floor Age range: Kids No registration — just drop in.
Chess Club
Chess Club
Join us for a facilitated chess club! Jeffrey Garcia, a member of the U.S. Chess Federation with more than 25 years in the game, will teach you how to play or help you find an opponent. No experience is necessary, and all ages are welcome. No registration — just drop in!
Make Stuff: Laser-Engraved Tile Art
Make Stuff: Laser-Engraved Tile Art
We'll show you how to find a design online to place on a tile you can take home. The design will then be carved by our laser engraver for you to pick up on a later day. Room: The Atrium - 1st Floor Age range: All Ages Registration is required. You can sign up beginning […]
2 events,
Open Gaming Lounge
Open Gaming Lounge
Our computers and consoles are all set up with games like Fortnite and Minecraft for you to play. Spend some time on your favorites, or try something new from our collection. Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor Age range: Kids, Tweens Registration is required.
2 events,
Virtual Anti-Racism Book Group
Virtual Anti-Racism Book Group
This book club meets every Monday to cover books and conversations on the topic of racism. Location: Zoom Age range: Adults Registration is required — email Melissa.Donaldson@RacineLibrary.info for the Zoom link.
3 events,
Career Development Services with Job Center of Wisconsin
Career Development Services with Job Center of Wisconsin
The Job Center of Wisconsin is hosting pop-up services in the Racine Public Library! Stop in during their open sessions to get help with: Resume writing Interview preparation Strengthening your job search Applying for unemployment Registering on the Job Center of Wisconsin website They also offer virtual workshops for those who aren’t able to stop […]
Android 101
Android 101
How do you find things on an Android phone? What buttons and gestures do you need to know to use it? Bring your phones to the library for an informational session that will have you navigating confidently in no time. Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor Age range: Adults Registration is required. Interested […]
2 events,
Family Storytime with Miss Gail
Family Storytime with Miss Gail
Join us for music, motion and fun as we explore some of Miss Gail’s favorite stories. Her unique storytelling style captures children's minds and hearts, creating an inclusive space for everyone to interact. Room: Youth Services - 1st Floor Age range: Kids No registration — just drop in.
Coding with Blocks
Coding with Blocks
Coding isn't just about a pageful of text and symbols. You can code using apps and even physical blocks. We'll walk you through these fun and easy coding methods to get you started on a skill that just might last a lifetime. Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor Age range: Grades K-3 Registration […]
2 events,
Senior Bingo
Senior Bingo
It’s Bingo time! Join us the first Thursday of every month for five free rounds of Bingo, and maybe even win a prize if you’re one of our best players. We've got new prizes for the new year — our best players will win scratch-offs from the Wisconsin State Lottery. Room: Community Room - Adult […]
Special Racine Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting — Closed Session
Special Racine Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting — Closed Session
The Racine Public Library’s board of trustees meets once a month. At their meetings, they discuss how the library has been doing and vote on any important courses of action. To see agendas and other details of the board meetings, visit the board meetings webpage. As this meeting is for closed session only, it is […]
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