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! Age range: All Ages Registration is required. Sign up at […]
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
BeanstackNovember is National Native American Heritage Month. Celebrate the rich cultural traditions, histories, and contributions of Indigenous peoples in North America by reading books written by Indigenous authors and completing activities inspired by this celebration. Log your reading and activities in Beanstack throughout the month to earn badges. Location: Beanstack Age range: All Ages Registration […]
Summer Scares Reading Program
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesLooking for a book to keep you on your toes? How about three? Join our Summer Scares event to read three spooky titles throughout the summer and discuss them with fellow horror fans. We have reading lists for middle grades, young adults, and adults. Also, watch out for other Summer Scares activities about all things […]
Retro Gaming Night with GamestersBay
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesGet ready to compete (or game solo, if that's more your speed). Competitors can battle to the top in Mario Kart, Smash Brothers and Street Fighter to win croc charms, posters, stickers and gift certificates. Giant Chess, Connect 4, Jenga and more will also be set up for you to try. This event is a […]
Spice It Up!
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesOnce a month, we’ll give you a spice packet with recipe ideas, fun facts and — of course — the spice itself. Just stop by the second-floor staff desk to pick up your sample. Available first-come, first-served while supplies last. November's spice is rosemary. December's spice is nutmeg. Location: Adult Services - 2nd Floor Age […]
Family Storytime with Gail Navratil
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesJoin us for music, motion and fun as we explore some of Miss Gail’s favorite stories. Her unique storytelling style captures children's minds and hearts, creating an inclusive space for everyone to interact. Room: Youth Services - 1st Floor Age range: Kids No registration — just drop in.
Craft Time with Miss Keiko
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesChildren and caretakers, unleash your artistic spirit! Miss Keiko will be here with supplies and her eye for aesthetics to help you explore your creative side. The theme for November's craft is "Thanksgiving Day." Room: Youth Services - 1st Floor Age range: Kids No registration — just drop in.
Ruff Readers
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesSnuggle and pet a therapy dog while practicing your reading skills at the ear of our gentle, non-judgmental canine friends. Sessions are open to kids grades K through 5 only. Bookings are 15 minutes for a single child and must be reserved a week in advance, one week at a time. Room: The Martin Room […]
Cars and Drones
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesCurious to know what it's like to control and even program a tiny vehicle? Come try out the library's drones and remote control cars to get a taste of coding and engineering. Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor Age range: Grades 4-8 Registration is required.
Bedtime Stories and Songs
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesA cozy evening of song, dance and movement with Miss Carrie. We’ll have different songs, instruments and stories for you to hear every week. 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.
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! Age range: All Ages Registration is required. Sign up at […]
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
BeanstackNovember is National Native American Heritage Month. Celebrate the rich cultural traditions, histories, and contributions of Indigenous peoples in North America by reading books written by Indigenous authors and completing activities inspired by this celebration. Log your reading and activities in Beanstack throughout the month to earn badges. Location: Beanstack Age range: All Ages Registration […]