Week of 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Closed for Labor Day
Lap-Sit Storytime
Lap-Sit 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.
Tuesday Tales
Tuesday Tales
Preschool-aged children are in for a great storytime! Listen to stories, sing songs, and join in some simple rhymes and fingerplays. Room: Youth Services - 1st Floor Age range: Kids No registration — just drop in.
Bedtime Stories and Songs
Bedtime Stories and Songs
A 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.
Senior Dominoes
Senior Dominoes
Come play a few sessions of Dominoes with us! We'll be trying games like chicken foot, Mexican train and more. 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: Ages 55+ No registration — just drop […]
Musical Family Storytime
Musical Family 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.
Once Upon a Time, 125 Years Ago…
Once Upon a Time, 125 Years Ago…
On Sept. 9, 1897, the Racine Public Library opened its doors for the first time. 125 years later, we're commemorating this day with the unveiling of our brand-new Techmobile and staged recreations of historic library photos. Throughout the evening, also enjoy our storytimes, crafts, vendors and food. Want to learn more about our anniversary and […]
Techmobile Unveiling
Techmobile Unveiling
On Sept. 9, 1897, the Racine Public Library opened its doors for the first time. 125 years later, we're commemorating this day with the unveiling of our brand-new Techmobile and staged recreations of historic library photos. Stick around for a historical literary talk at 6 p.m., and throughout the evening enjoy our storytimes, crafts, vendors […]
Pokémon Club with Twin Dragon Games
Pokémon Club with Twin Dragon Games
Certified Pokémon Professors from Twin Dragon Games show you how to play the Pokémon card game, teach you the value of different cards, and encourage discussion of all things Pokémon. Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor Age range: Tweens, Grades 4-8 No registration — just drop in.
Row the Root — A Library Paddle Fundraiser
Row the Root — A Library Paddle Fundraiser
Paddle along the Root River, starting at the R.E.C. and concluding at the Sixth Street bridge. A Root River specialist will join us on the water to teach attendees about the river’s ecosystem and history. The rain date is Saturday, Sept. 24. Want to learn more about the library's 125th anniversary and how it's celebrating? […]