NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WINaNoWriMo is a fun, empowering approach to creative writing. The challenge: draft an entire novel (or other writing-based project) in just one month. For 30 wild, exciting, surprising days, you get to lock away your inner editor, let your imagination take over, and just create! To track your progress with the Racine Public Library's other […]
Coding Classes: Scratch 101
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WIGet 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 - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Grades 4-8 Registration is required.
Fortnite Tournament
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WIShowcase your skills for the ultimate Fortnite showdown! Compete in an action-packed tournament to claim victory as the champion of the virtual battleground. Room: Community Room - Adult Services, 2nd Floor (by the elevator) Age range: Tweens & Teens Registration is required.
The Great Turkey Launch
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WIWhat does it take to construct the perfect turkey catapult? We'll judge your plastic-turkey-launching skills based on distance, accuracy and hilarity. Room: TeenScene - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Teens No registration — just drop in.
Stitch N Bitch
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WIWhether it's crochet, cross-stitch, felting, knitting, quilting, embroidery or any other fiber art, bring your WIP and hang out in the company of fellow crafters. What is a Stitch N Bitch? These groups are gathering and conversation spaces for knitters and other fiber artists — and they also have a rich feminist history. Room: The […]
Drop-In Movies
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WICatch a movie on your next visit to the library! Our staff's favorite films from a variety of age ranges and genres will be playing for your enjoyment. The film's title and rating will be posted outside the community room while it's being played. Room: Community Room - Adult Services, 2nd Floor (by the elevator) […]
Switch Saturday
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WIDrop in for open playtime on TeenScene's Nintendo Switch. Compete or cooperate with other attendees on whatever games interest you, and join in the occasional tournament. Room: TeenScene - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Teens No registration — just drop in.
STEAM Workshops: Robotics Lab
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WIExplore how different robots work by trying them out yourself. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Kids & Tweens Registration is required.
Maker Monday
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WIOn the second Monday of the month, stop in to try different STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) activities. Make something new, try out fun games and experiences, or spend some time at our Just Dance or Switch Sports station. On Sept. 11, we're bringing out the 3D printers, Dash the robot, and trying […]
Health Pop-Up with Aurora Health Care
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WIOur monthly health pop-ups with Aurora Health Care provide free blood pressure screenings, health-themed swag, and all kinds of health information and resources. Each month, stop back in to learn something new about the health theme of the month and meet with organizations providing healthcare throughout the community. Room: Adult Services Lake-Facing Windows - 2nd […]
Memory Café • Café de la memoria
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WIA Memory Café is a comfortable social gathering that allows people experiencing memory loss, along with their loved ones, to socialize, enjoy activities and make connections with others. • Café de la Memoria es una reunión cómoda, donde personas impactadas con pérdida de memoria junto a sus familiares o seres queridos, pueden establecer conexiones, disfrutar […]
Stitch N Bitch
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WIWhether it's crochet, cross-stitch, felting, knitting, quilting, embroidery or any other fiber art, bring your WIP and hang out in the company of fellow crafters. What is a Stitch N Bitch? These groups are gathering and conversation spaces for knitters and other fiber artists — and they also have a rich feminist history. Room: The […]