History
A-Brie to Disa-Brie
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesEach month, we're getting together to try a new cheese and to talk about the book we just read, this podcast you have to hear, or that binge-worthy Netflix show. It's anything, everything and cheese! Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor Age range: Teens, Adults Registration is required.
*Canceled* A-Brie to Disa-Brie
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesEach month, we're getting together to try a new cheese and to talk about the book we just read, this podcast you have to hear, or that binge-worthy Netflix show. It's anything, everything and cheese! Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor Age range: Teens, Adults Registration is required.
8th Annual Mary Finley and Marcie Eanes Memorial Black History Month Read-in
ZoomBONK! Arts and Culture Series will be hosting the 8th Annual “Mary Finley and Marcie Eanes Memorial Black History Month Read-In" in collaboration with Find the Light and the Racine Public Library. Come share in the celebration as Racine community members read short works from 15 Black contemporary and historical authors. For more information, visit […]
Author Visits: Matthew Prigge Presents “Opening Day in Milwaukee”
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesMatthew Prigge, Milwaukee historian and author, guides listeners through 50+ years of Milwaukee Brewers history from his new book, "Opening Day in Milwaukee." Room: Community Room - Adult Services, 2nd Floor (by the elevator) Age range: Teens & Adults No registration — just drop in.
Author Visits: Chad Lewis Presents “Bizarre History of Wisconsin — Strange Stories from Our Past”
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesAuthor 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 & […]
All Together Now: LGBTQ+ Pride — “Milk” Movie Screening
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesAll together now for LGBTQ+ pride month! We're celebrating queer rights with a screening of "Milk" — a film sharing the story of Harvey Milk, an American gay activist who fought for gay rights and became California's first openly gay elected official. 2008 • R • 2 hr 8 min To find more All Together Now […]
Summer Scares: Adult Book Discussion – “Ring Shout”
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesJoin our discussion of ""Ring Shout"" by P. Djeli Clark, a gripping novel that portrays the fight of resistance fighters against the Klan in 1915. Email Rebecca.Leannah@RacineLibrary.info with any questions. 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 […]
Author Visits: “100 Things to Do in Wisconsin Before You Die” with Dannelle Gay
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesDannelle Gay, author of ""100 Things to Do in Wisconsin Before You Die,"" shares with you the hidden gems of Wisconsin, including the Racine Art Museum. After Gay's talk, you can purchase signed copies — the profits from today's sales will support the Racine Public Library. Room: Community Room - Adult Services, 2nd Floor (by […]
Author Visits: “Wisconsin Lighthouses” Presented by Ken and Barb Wardius
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesLearn 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 […]
Cathedrals: How to Identify Biblical Figures in Cathedrals Around the World
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesThis presentation will teach you to identify biblical figures in Cathedrals around the world. Unlock the artistic clues provided by painters, sculptors, and glassmakers to learn the legends behind the artworks. Room: Community Room - Adult Services, 2nd Floor (by the elevator) Age range: All Ages No registration — just drop in.
Ghost Photography
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesThe Victorian fascination with spiritualism led to the eerie practice of capturing ghosts on camera. Today, we’ll explore how to use modern tech to snap some spirit shots of our own. Bring your phones if you have them, or borrow one of our devices when you get here. Room: TeenScene - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age […]
Learn About Diwali
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesJoin us to learn about Diwali, a holiday celebrated in parts of India, through crafts and traditional activities. All ages are welcome, but the program is designed with kids in mind. Room: Youth Services - 1st Floor Age range: Kids No registration — just drop in.