Children
Coding Classes: Scratch Jr.
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesGet 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 Innovation Lab - 2nd Floor, by public computers Age range: Grades K-3 Registration is required.
Closed for Staff Training
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesThe library and Bookmobile will be closed on Friday, May 12 and Friday, Oct. 20 for staff training. We will not be available for phone calls, chat messages or social services during this closure.
3D Printing 101
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United States3D printers can make figurines, tools, fidgets, useful items and so much more. Come learn how our 3D printers work, from how to pick and print a model to how the machines turn them into real life. Room: The Innovation Lab - 2nd Floor, by public computers Age range: Kids & Tweens Grades 3+ Registration […]
Preschool & Toddler STEAM Time
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesChildren, with the help of their caretakers, explore various STEAM topics through learning centers in the Innovation Lab. Room: The Innovation Lab - 2nd Floor, by public computers Age range: Preschoolers & Toddlers No registration — just drop in.
Chess Club
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesThis open play chess club is facilitated by Jeff Garcia, a member of the U.S. Chess Federation. When you arrive, all you have to do is settle in for a match with any of the available players. Players of all levels are welcome. Room: The Community Room - Adult Services, 2nd Floor (by the elevator) […]
Journey to Awareness with Racine Friendship Clubhouse
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesIn recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, stop by Racine Friendship Clubhouse's table to learn about mental illness. Spin the feeling wheel, pick up a ribbon, and join in a community coloring project. Room: Adult Services - 2nd Floor Age range: All Ages No registration — just drop in.
Health and Family Resource Fair
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesCelebrate with us what the library does best: share resources. Explore resources for everyone in the family from more than 30 community organizations. Grab some free refreshments and swag, and enter our free raffles to win prizes donated by participating organizations. Raffle participants must be present to win when the results are announced at 1 […]
Renovation Celebration and Open House
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesWe're cutting the ribbon on the second floor renovation! After a year of construction, the Racine Public Library's second floor is transformed and ready for you to explore. Arrive early to join us for the welcome and ribbon-cutting, or stop by at any time to explore your library's new spaces. Stop into the Innovation Lab […]
Young Writers Guild
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesWriting your next story or crafting a new poem? How about working on the storyboard for a graphic novel or the script for a screenplay? No matter your genre, if you're a writer, you're invited. Come share your work, gather ideas and hang out with other young writers. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, […]
Meaningful Locations Photography Exhibit
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesCelebrate LGBTQ+ pride with the Racine Public Library, the LGBT Center of Southeast Wisconsin and Community Powered as we reveal Racine community members' Meaningful Locations. 2-2:30 p.m. — Photo viewing 2:30-4 p.m. — Brief walking tour to visit nearby Meaningful Locations 4-5 p.m. — Photo viewing and refreshments Do you have a photo you want […]
Lunch Break at the Library
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesGrab lunch while you stop in to pick up holds or browse the shelves! Each week, we're hosting a rotation of food trucks offering a variety of cuisines for you to try. Here's what's next for our food truck lineup. Check back in the coming weeks or subscribe to our newsletter to find out who […]
Coding Classes: Scratch 101
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesGet 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 Innovation Lab - 2nd Floor, by public computers Age range: Grades 4-8 Registration is required.