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Lapsit Storytime
Lapsit Storytime
Introduce your child to the library through new stories, simple songs, and rhymes with Miss Ali and Miss Carrie! For birth to 24 months to attend with a caregiver. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st Floor Age range: Birth to 24 months No registration — just drop in.
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 (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st […]
2 events,
Tuesday Tales
Tuesday Tales
Kids are in for a great storytime! Listen to stories, sing songs, and join in some easy activities. Room: Youth Services - 1st Floor Age range: Kids No registration — just drop in.
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 (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st […]
5 events,
Family Storytime with Miss Gail
Family Storytime with Miss Gail
Join 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.
Preschool & Toddler STEAM Time
Preschool & Toddler STEAM Time
Introduce your little ones to science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) concepts through fun and interactive activities. Explore a variety of STEAM skills at stations throughout the Innovation Lab, including robotics, simple coding, and more. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Kids No registration — just drop in.
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 (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st […]
3 events,
Musical Storytime
Musical Storytime
Sing, wiggle and dance 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.
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 (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st […]
“Planting an Idea” with Jerry Apps and Natasha Kassulke
“Planting an Idea” with Jerry Apps and Natasha Kassulke
Jerry Apps and Natasha Kassulke's new book, "Planting an Idea," is part critical and creative thinking guidebook and part overview of our planet's environmental challenges. Sign in virtually or join us in person for their virtual presentation. Room: Hybrid — Virtual Showing & Community Room - Adult Services, 2nd Floor (by the elevator) Age range: […]
1 event,
Stamp-A-Palooza
Stamp-A-Palooza
Create unique designs using a variety of ink and stamps to decorate personal cards, bookmarks, and stationary. Room: Youth Services - 1st Floor Age range: Kids No registration — just drop in.
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Maker Monday
Maker Monday
On the second Monday of the month, 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 […]
Lapsit Storytime
Lapsit Storytime
Introduce your child to the library through new stories, simple songs, and rhymes with Miss Ali and Miss Carrie! For birth to 24 months to attend with a caregiver. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st Floor Age range: Birth to 24 months No registration — just drop in.
Health Pop-Up with Aurora Health Care
Health Pop-Up with Aurora Health Care
Our monthly health pop-ups with Aurora Health Care provide free blood pressure screenings, health-themed swag, and all kinds of health information and resources. Each month, stop back in to learn something new about the health theme of the month and meet with organizations providing healthcare throughout the community. Room: Adult Services Lake-Facing Windows - 2nd […]
3 events,
Tuesday Tales
Tuesday Tales
Kids are in for a great storytime! Listen to stories, sing songs, and join in some easy activities. Room: Youth Services - 1st Floor Age range: Kids No registration — just drop in.
Memory Café • Café de la memoria
Memory Café • Café de la memoria
A Memory Café is a comfortable social gathering that allows people experiencing memory loss, along with their loved ones, to socialize, enjoy activities and make connections with others. • Café de la Memoria es una reunión cómoda, donde personas impactadas con pérdida de memoria junto a sus familiares o seres queridos, pueden establecer conexiones, disfrutar […]
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 (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st […]
2 events,
Family Storytime with Miss Gail
Family Storytime with Miss Gail
Join 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.
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 (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st […]
3 events,
Musical Storytime
Musical Storytime
Sing, wiggle and dance 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.
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 (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st […]
Coding Classes: Coding Blocks
Coding Classes: Coding Blocks
Coding isn't just about a pageful of text and symbols. You can code even using hands-on tools like physical blocks and games. These methods are fun, easy ways to start learning coding. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Grades K-3 Registration is required.
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Canceled: Craft Time with Miss Keiko
Canceled: Craft Time with Miss Keiko
Young library visitors can express their creativity and learn new skills in this autumn craft adventure with Miss Keiko. Room: Youth Services - 1st Floor Age range: Kids & Tweens No registration — just drop in.
1 event,
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 […]
0 events,
2 events,
Lapsit Storytime
Lapsit Storytime
Introduce your child to the library through new stories, simple songs, and rhymes with Miss Ali and Miss Carrie! For birth to 24 months to attend with a caregiver. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st Floor Age range: Birth to 24 months No registration — just drop in.
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 (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st […]
2 events,
Tuesday Tales
Tuesday Tales
Kids are in for a great storytime! Listen to stories, sing songs, and join in some easy activities. Room: Youth Services - 1st Floor Age range: Kids No registration — just drop in.
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 (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st […]
5 events,
Family Storytime with Miss Gail
Family Storytime with Miss Gail
Join 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.
Preschool & Toddler STEAM Time
Preschool & Toddler STEAM Time
Introduce your little ones to science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) concepts through fun and interactive activities. Explore a variety of STEAM skills at stations throughout the Innovation Lab, including robotics, simple coding, and more. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Kids No registration — just drop in.
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 (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st […]
2 events,
Musical Storytime
Musical Storytime
Sing, wiggle and dance 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.
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 (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st […]
1 event,
Closed for Staff Training
The library and Bookmobile will be closed on Friday, May 12 and Friday, Oct. 20 for staff training. We will not be available for phone calls, chat messages or social services during this closure.
1 event,
STEAM Workshops: Laser Engraving
STEAM Workshops: Laser Engraving
Have you ever wondered how a laser engraver works? Today, find out how by engraving a design of your own. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Kids & Tweens Registration is required.
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3 events,
Lapsit Storytime
Lapsit Storytime
Introduce your child to the library through new stories, simple songs, and rhymes with Miss Ali and Miss Carrie! For birth to 24 months to attend with a caregiver. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st Floor Age range: Birth to 24 months No registration — just drop in.
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 (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st […]
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, […]
2 events,
Tuesday Tales
Tuesday Tales
Kids are in for a great storytime! Listen to stories, sing songs, and join in some easy activities. Room: Youth Services - 1st Floor Age range: Kids No registration — just drop in.
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 (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st […]
2 events,
Family Storytime with Miss Gail
Family Storytime with Miss Gail
Join 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.
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 (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st […]
2 events,
Musical Storytime
Musical Storytime
Sing, wiggle and dance 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.
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 (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st […]
0 events,
1 event,
Open Gaming Lounge
Open Gaming Lounge
Our computers are set up with games like Fortnite and Minecraft for you to play. Spend some time on your favorites, or try something new from our collection. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Kids & Tweens Registration is required.
0 events,
2 events,
Lapsit Storytime
Lapsit Storytime
Introduce your child to the library through new stories, simple songs, and rhymes with Miss Ali and Miss Carrie! For birth to 24 months to attend with a caregiver. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st Floor Age range: Birth to 24 months No registration — just drop in.
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 (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st […]
2 events,
Tuesday Tales
Tuesday Tales
Kids are in for a great storytime! Listen to stories, sing songs, and join in some easy activities. Room: Youth Services - 1st Floor Age range: Kids No registration — just drop in.
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 (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st […]
5 events,
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! To track your progress with the Racine Public Library's other […]
Family Storytime with Miss Gail
Family Storytime with Miss Gail
Join 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.
Preschool & Toddler STEAM Time
Preschool & Toddler STEAM Time
Introduce your little ones to science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) concepts through fun and interactive activities. Explore a variety of STEAM skills at stations throughout the Innovation Lab, including robotics, simple coding, and more. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Kids No registration — just drop in.
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 (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st […]
4 events,
Musical Storytime
Musical Storytime
Sing, wiggle and dance 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.
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 (262) 636-9217 to get started. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st […]
Coding Classes: Scratch 101
Coding Classes: Scratch 101
Get started on your coding journey. We'll walk you through the basics of coding using Scratch, an easy block coding program for young ages. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Grades 4-8 Registration is required.
2 events,
Coding Classes: Scratch Jr.
Coding Classes: Scratch Jr.
Get started on your coding journey. We walk you through the basics of coding using Scratch Jr., an easy block coding program for young ages. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Grades K-3 Registration is required.
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