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Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
3 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
Maker Monday
Maker Monday
The Innovation Lab will be open all day for you to 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 Atrium […]
Know Your Benefits: Medicare 2023
Know Your Benefits: Medicare 2023
Do you know what's coming up for Medicare plans in 2023? Laura Mandujano from Humana explains your benefits and what you need to know to enroll. Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor Age range: Adults No registration — just drop in. Explore other health resources at the Racine Public Library.
5 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
Computer How-Tos: Windows 11
Computer How-Tos: Windows 11
Learn the basics of Windows 11, Windows' newest operating system. No computers required — we'll be working off of the library's devices for today's session. Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor Age range: Adults Registration is required.
NaNoWriMo Kickoff Write-In
NaNoWriMo Kickoff Write-In
Start NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) off right by joining your fellow creatives for a write-in. We'll have time to meet each other and talk about our projects before diving into quiet time together to work on our projects. Room: Youth Services - 1st Floor Age range: All Ages No registration — just drop in.
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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 […]
3 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
4 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
Senior Bingo
Senior Bingo
It’s Bingo time! Join us the first Thursday of every month for five rounds of Bingo, and maybe even win a prize if you’re one of our best players. The grand prize is a $10 Walmart gift card. Room: The Atrium - 1st Floor Age range: 55+ No registration — just drop in.
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
4 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
Health Screenings and Education with Carthage College
Health Screenings and Education with Carthage College
Carthage College nursing students are providing free health screenings and education at the library. Stop in to test your vision, blood pressure, blood sugar, ankle brachial index, body mass index and more. Room: The Atrium - 1st Floor Age range: All Ages No registration — just drop in. Want to explore other health resources and […]
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
3 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
3 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
4 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
Maker Monday
Maker Monday
The Innovation Lab will be open all day for you to 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 Atrium […]
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
4 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
Friends of the Racine Public Library Board Meeting
Friends of the Racine Public Library Board Meeting
On the second Tuesday of every month, the Friends of the Racine Public Library's board plans fundraisers, brainstorms promotions for the Friends and the Racine Public Library and sets strategy around advocacy and volunteering. Interested in joining? Email Friends@RPLFriends.org.
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
3 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
4 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
Chicken Foot Dominoes
Chicken Foot Dominoes
Come play a few sessions of Chicken Foot Dominoes with us! We provide the space and the games, and you bring yourself (and a few friends or neighbors, if you'd like). Room: The Atrium - 1st Floor Age range: Seniors No registration — just drop in.
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
4 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
Health Screenings and Education with Carthage College
Health Screenings and Education with Carthage College
Carthage College nursing students are providing free health screenings and education at the library. Stop in to test your vision, blood pressure, blood sugar, ankle brachial index, body mass index and more. Room: The Atrium - 1st Floor Age range: All Ages No registration — just drop in. Want to explore other health resources and […]
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
4 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
Crafts with K: Making the Donuts
Crafts with K: Making the Donuts
Have your parents ever told you "I have to go make the donuts" before leaving for work? Want to give it a try? Today we'll create donuts from recycled cardboard, construction paper and glue. Don't forget to add sprinkles! There will be refreshments, including donuts. Room: Youth Services - 1st Floor Age range: Tweens; kids […]
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
3 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
5 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
Maker Monday
Maker Monday
The Innovation Lab will be open all day for you to 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 Atrium […]
Maker Monday
Maker Monday
The Innovation Lab will be open all day for you to 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 Atrium […]
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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 […]
4 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
iPad 101
iPad 101
Get ready to learn your way around an iPad! In this class, we'll go over the app store and how it works. Please bring your own device and any passwords needed to use it. Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor Age range: Adults Registration is required. Interested in more tech help?
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
5 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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
Retro Gaming Night with GamestersBay
Get 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!
Spice It Up!
Once 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 […]
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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 […]
7 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
Senior Movie Day
Senior Movie Day
All those 55 and up, join us for a movie! We’re setting up our full-size screen, projector — plus free popcorn and water — for your enjoyment. Today's film stars Richard Roundtree, Moses Gunn, Charles Cioffi, Christopher St. John and Lawrence Pressman in a plot about a private detective hired to rescue a mobster's daughter […]
Racine Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Racine Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
The Racine Public Library’s board of trustees meets once a month. At their meetings, they discuss how the library has been doing and vote on any important courses of action. To see agendas and other details of the board meetings, visit the board meetings webpage. Meetings are open to the public. Room: Hybrid — Zoom […]
A Brie to Disa-Brie
A Brie to Disa-Brie
Each 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! Age range: Adult No registration — just drop in.
3 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
3 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
3 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
5 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
Maker Monday
Maker Monday
The Innovation Lab will be open all day for you to 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 Atrium […]
Teen Craft and Chat: Dragon Eyes
Teen Craft and Chat: Dragon Eyes
Bring the dragon's eye to life. Through the clever combination of clay, pigment and glass eyes, Carrie guides you through creating an eye-catching piece of handmade art. Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor Age range: Teens (13-18) Registration is required.
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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 […]
3 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
3 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
4 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
Closed for Thanksgiving
Closed for Thanksgiving
The library and Bookmobile will be closed today in observance of Thanksgiving.
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
5 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
Black Friday at the Library
Black Friday at the Library
Stop by the library during Black Friday for: Free parking Forgiven fees on lost items* Free printing and copying Fill a bag for $5 from the book sale nook Discounted merch And other surprises! *Fee forgiveness only applies to items from the Racine Public Library, not to interlibrary loan items or items from other libraries […]
Open the Day after Thanksgiving
Open the Day after Thanksgiving
Starting in 2022, the library will be open for its normal Friday hours — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — on the day after Thanksgiving.
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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 […]
4 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
Fortnite Tournament Battle
Fortnite Tournament Battle
In partnership with GamestersBay, our November gaming tournament tests your Fortnite skills across three brackets. Bring your A-game, and may the best player win. Location: GamestersBay, 223 Sixth Street, Racine, WI 53403 Age range: Ages 9-18 Registration is required.
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
3 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
4 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
Maker Monday
Maker Monday
The Innovation Lab will be open all day for you to 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 Atrium […]
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
4 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
Tips and Tricks for Searching the Internet
Tips and Tricks for Searching the Internet
What's the best way to use a search engine like Google to find your way around the internet? We'll show you how to phrase your search for the best results and what search engines can do for you. Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor Age range: Adults Registration is required. Interested in more […]
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
4 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
Book Discussion: Freaky Fall Horror
Book Discussion: Freaky Fall Horror
Ready for the next batch of horror reads and discussions? Explore three horrific titles from September through November, then meet with other readers to share your favorite parts. We'll automatically place the reading list on hold for you when you sign up, so you'll need a library card. Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st […]
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
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
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
November 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 […]
4 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
Reading Challenge: NASA’s Artemis Project — To the Moon, Mars, and Beyond
Reading Challenge: NASA’s Artemis Project — To the Moon, Mars, and Beyond
In ancient Greek mythology, Artemis was the goddess of the moon and twin of the sun god Apollo. Much like NASA's Apollo program, which took humans to the moon in the 1960s and 1970s, the Artemis spaceflight program will return humans to the moon and prepare us for our first travels to Mars and beyond. […]
Senior Bingo
Senior Bingo
It’s Bingo time! Join us the first Thursday of every month for five rounds of Bingo, and maybe even win a prize if you’re one of our best players. The grand prize is a $10 Walmart gift card. Room: The Atrium - 1st Floor Age range: 55+ No registration — just drop in.
Tis the Season: Holiday Traditions from Radio’s Golden Age, Presented by Steve Darnall
Tis the Season: Holiday Traditions from Radio’s Golden Age, Presented by Steve Darnall
The holidays are a time of traditions for many — and there were plenty of entertaining traditions during the "Golden Age" of radio, from Jack Benny's annual shopping trips to Lionel Barrymore's portrayal of Ebenezer Scrooge. Our gift to you is an audio-based presentation full of classic seasonal sounds from radio's past, designed to spur […]
3 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
Health Screenings and Education with Carthage College
Health Screenings and Education with Carthage College
Carthage College nursing students are providing free health screenings and education at the library. Stop in to test your vision, blood pressure, blood sugar, ankle brachial index, body mass index and more. Room: The Atrium - 1st Floor Age range: All Ages No registration — just drop in. Want to explore other health resources and […]
4 events,
Summer Scares Reading Program
Summer Scares Reading Program
Looking 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 […]
COVID-19 Safety During the Holidays
COVID-19 Safety During the Holidays
From 11 a.m.-1 p.m., stop by the Racine Literacy Council's booth in the youth services department on the first floor. Here, take a survey and play COVID-19 myth-busters. All survey participants will be entered to win a gift basket. From 1-2 p.m., join the Racine Literacy Council in the Atrium to get up-to-date on COVID-19. […]
Crafts with K: Poetry and Painting
Crafts with K: Poetry and Painting
Calling all poetry and paint lovers! Try your hand — and your voice — at presenting a matching poem and painting to your fellow artists. Prizes will go to the top three performers. Refreshments will be served. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st Floor Age range: 16+ Registration is required.