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.  

This book club meets every Monday to cover books and conversations on the topic of racism. Location: Zoom Age range: Adults Registration is required — email Melissa.Donaldson@RacineLibrary.info for the Zoom link.

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 […]

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, […]

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.

Ahoy, mateys! Gather 'round for a plunderin' good time. Unleash yer inner swashbuckler with crafts and activities fit fer a pirate's life, and gather 'round for a pirate movie that'll keep ye all on the edge o' yer seats. Room: Youth Services - 1st Floor Age range: Kids No registration — just drop in.

Continuing your education is a big choice, and we're here to help make it easier. Stop in to visit with the Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) for free guidance and information on how you can make continuing education work for you. Room: Adult Services - 2nd Floor Age range: Adults No registration — just drop in.

Work with an attorney from LIFT WI to reinstate your driver's license. To learn more, call (608) 305-4829 or email Info@LIFTWisconsin.org. Room: Study Rooms 4 & 5 Age range: Adults Registration is required. Visit TinyURL.com/LIFTWIRacineClinic to book your 30-minute slot.

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 […]

This 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.

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.

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.

Our tablet and smartphone training program will teach you how to navigate web pages and use email and other features. With a self-guided approach and a coach's assistance, participants can go at their own pace to become more familiar with their devices. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Adults 60+ Registration […]

Stop in for a teens-only club for knitters, crocheters, and other fiber artists. Don't know the crafts, but want to learn? We have extra supplies and will help you get started. Room: TeenScene - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Teens No registration — just drop in.

Voces de la Frontera provee clases que ayudan a preparar clientes para tomar su examen de ciudadanía. Puede asistir a cuantas sesiones le necesite para obtener resultados. Todos los estudiantes deben tener al menos 5 años de residencia o 3 años como residente permanente casado con un ciudadano estadounidense. Room: The Business Center - Adult […]

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 […]

Voces de la Frontera's classes will help you get ready to take your citizenship exam. You can come to as many or as few of the sessions as are helpful to you. All students must have at least 5 years residency or 3 years as a permanent resident who is married to a U.S. citizen. […]

and This open play chess club is facilitated by Jeff Garcia, a member of the U.S. Chess Federation. When you arrive, all you have to do is settle in for a match with any of the available players. Players of all levels are welcome. The library has a limited number of chess sets, so please […]

Ayesha Montgomery's poetry workshop will uplift and energize you through the power of spoken word. Workshops include poetry readings, writing sessions and chances for you to share your work. Please bring your own supplies and refreshments. Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor* * October 18 session in the Martin Room - Youth Services, […]

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.

Let's talk about things that matter over a cup of coffee or tea! Enjoy coffee and conversation with people of all backgrounds who can listen, laugh, learn and exchange ideas. This is an open space to meet people with diverse views and a shared passion for engaging with others. Each month will offer different topics, […]

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 […]

The Racine Public Library Board of Trustees’ finance and personnel committee meets as needed. At their meetings, they discuss personnel matters — including changes in job descriptions and pay — as well as any budgetary matters. To see agendas and other details of these meetings, visit the board meetings webpage. Meetings are open to the […]

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 […]

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.

Each month, we're getting together to try a new cheese and to talk about books, movies, TV shows and more. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st Floor Age range: Teens & Adults No registration — just drop in.

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.

Let's play a few rounds of cards — don't forget to say UNO! Room: Community Room - Adult Services, 2nd Floor (by the elevator) Age range: Adults 50+ No registration — just drop in.