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Author Visits: Chad Lewis Presents “Bizarre History of Wisconsin — Strange Stories from Our Past”
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, RacineSummer Scares: Teen Craft & Chat — Fae Doors
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, RacineWeek of Events
All Together Now: Racine Monopoly
All Together Now: Racine Monopoly
This year, the summer reading theme is "All Together Now." We're kicking off the activity with a round of Racine Monopoly, where you can visit locations around Racine to try activities and be entered to win prizes like a one-year family pass to the Racine Art Museum, gift cards to local businesses, plants and more. […]
Maker Monday
Maker Monday
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 Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: All Ages No registration […]
Ruff Readers
Ruff Readers
Snuggle and pet a therapy dog while practicing your reading skills at the ear of our gentle, non-judgmental canine friends. Bookings are 15 minutes for a single child and must be reserved a week in advance, one week at a time. Call the library at (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - […]
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, […]
Author Visits: Chad Lewis Presents “Bizarre History of Wisconsin — Strange Stories from Our Past”
Author Visits: Chad Lewis Presents “Bizarre History of Wisconsin — Strange Stories from Our Past”
Author and researcher Chad Lewis guides you through an evening of bizarre and unusual stories from Wisconsin's past. Explore over 100 strange and unbelievable newspaper stories from our state's early days, featuring ghosts, sea serpents, medical anomalies and even UFOs. Room: Community Room - Adult Services, 2nd Floor (by the elevator) Age range: Teens & […]
Ruff Readers
Ruff Readers
Snuggle and pet a therapy dog while practicing your reading skills at the ear of our gentle, non-judgmental canine friends. Bookings are 15 minutes for a single child and must be reserved a week in advance, one week at a time. Call the library at (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - […]
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 […]
Ruff Readers
Ruff Readers
Snuggle and pet a therapy dog while practicing your reading skills at the ear of our gentle, non-judgmental canine friends. Bookings are 15 minutes for a single child and must be reserved a week in advance, one week at a time. Call the library at (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - […]
Minecraft Club for Grades 4-7
Minecraft Club for Grades 4-7
Young Minecraft enthusiasts, join us every Wednesday to play cooperatively on a shared server. We're open to all playstyles, including building, survival and PVP. Sign up quickly — only 12 slots are available. Your registration signs you up for the whole summer. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Teens Entering Grades […]
Summer Scares: Craft Night
Summer Scares: Craft Night
Create a spooky, scary craft with us! To find more Summer Scares programming, just search up ""Summer Scares"" on our calendar. Summer Scares is sponsored by the Friends of the Racine Public Library. Room: Community Room - Adult Services, 2nd Floor (by the elevator) Age range: Tweens, Teens & Adults Registration is required.
Thoughtful Words Poetry Workshop
Thoughtful Words Poetry Workshop
Ayesha Montgomery's poetry workshop will uplift and energize you through the power of spoken word. Workshops include poetry readings, writing sessions and chances for you to share your work. Please bring your own supplies and refreshments. Registration is recommended, but drop-ins are welcome. Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor, The Business Center - […]
*Canceled* Ruff Readers
*Canceled* Ruff Readers
Snuggle and pet a therapy dog while practicing your reading skills at the ear of our gentle, non-judgmental canine friends. Bookings are 15 minutes for a single child and must be reserved a week in advance, one week at a time. Call (262) 636-9170 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st […]
Minecraft Club for Grades 8-12
Minecraft Club for Grades 8-12
Young Minecraft enthusiasts, join us every Thursday to play cooperatively on a shared server. We're open to all playstyles, including building, survival and PVP. Sign up quickly — only 12 slots are available. Your registration signs you up for the whole summer. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Teens Entering Grades […]
Summer Scares: Teen Craft & Chat — Fae Doors
Summer Scares: Teen Craft & Chat — Fae Doors
You might have seen the cute ""fairy doors"" that decorate nooks and baseboards as if to invite wee creatures through. Fae lore warns us to watch out for who these doors attract — so if we're going to create doorways, let's make them more fitting for the fearsome creatures that might creep through! To find […]
LEGO Club
LEGO Club
We're bringing out our LEGO collection! Build and play whatever you imagine. No need to bring your own — the library will provide all the bricks you need. Younger kids are asked to have a caretaker present during the program. Cleanup begins at 2:45 p.m. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st Floor Age […]