All Together Now: Summer Reading at the Racine Public Library
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine
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Summer Scares
Don't miss out on a spine-chilling summer! First, read three titles curated by Booklist and the Horror Writers Association — you can pick from our selections for adults, young adults or middle grades. Then, dive deep with us into what makes horror so fascinating by joining book discussions, craft sessions and other activities. To find […]
All Together Now: Summer Reading at the Racine Public Library
Join us at the library as we host a series of summer programs for everyone in your family. This year, the summer reading theme is “All Together Now,” which focuses on kindness, unity and friendship. Summer Reading Program is an annual initiative hosted by the Racine Public Library — and libraries around the world — […]
Summer of Play: STEM Challenge
Play with different STEM activities this summer to earn badges and enter to win prizes. Activities include attending a Maker Monday session, checking out titles from Libby and hoopla, trying LinkedIn Learning or one of our technology classes, and more. You can use the tickets you earn from completing activities to enter drawings to win […]
Maker Monday
Maker Monday
Every Monday, 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. Our audio and podcasting studio will be open to use until 2 p.m. On Monday, July 17, make whatever […]
Author Visits: “Wisconsin Lighthouses” Presented by Ken and Barb Wardius
Author Visits: “Wisconsin Lighthouses” Presented by Ken and Barb Wardius
Learn about the fascinating history of our local lighthouses. Today's visiting authors, Barb and Ken Wardius, are lifelong Wisconsin residents with a passion for lighthouse history and photography that covers authorship, lectures and guided tours. Room: Community Room - Adult Services, 2nd Floor (by the elevator) Age range: Teens & Adults No registration — just […]
Art with Bri: Salt Painting
Art with Bri: Salt Painting
Join Bri's fun and crazy art class to put the A in STEAM! Today, learn how to make beautiful salt paintings that will amaze your friends and family. Se habla Español. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: All Ages Registration is required.
Lunch Break at the Library
Lunch Break at the Library
Grab 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 […]
Summer Scares: Freaky Movie Series – Blithe Spirit
Summer Scares: Freaky Movie Series – Blithe Spirit
Experience a thrill-packed summer with our Summer Scares movie series! These films are sure to make your heart race. On August 2nd, catch "R.I.P.D."; on August 16th, it's "Brothers Grimm," and on August 23rd, prepare to be spooked by "Blithe Spirit." Don't miss out on the screams and excitement! To find more Summer Scares programming, […]
Chess Club
Chess Club
Welcome to open play chess club. 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 feel free to bring your own. Room: Community Room - Adult Services, […]
Friday Afternoon Crafts
Friday Afternoon Crafts
Every Friday afternoon in August, meet us in youth services for quick, easy and cute craft activities. Room: Youth Services - 1st Floor Age range: Kids Pre-K to 13 Years No registration — just drop in.