Week of Events
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
NaNoWriMo 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 […]
Young Writers Guild
Young Writers Guild
Writing 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, […]
Stitch N Bitch
Stitch N Bitch
Whether 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 […]
Chess Club
Chess Club
and This 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. The library has a limited number of chess sets, so please […]
Coding Classes: Scratch 101
Coding Classes: 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 Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Grades 4-8 Registration is required.
Coding Classes: Code with Drawing
Coding Classes: Code with Drawing
Explore the world of robotics, and unleash your inner coder. Get ready to program a robot that can respond to drawings of your own design. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Grades 4-8 Registration is required.