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Therapy Pet Reading Program (Blumi-Dog)

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Therapy Pets:

Make an appointment to read with a certified therapy pet for 25 minutes, once per month.  Sign up in the library by calling 262-782-6717.  Recommended for readers in grad...

Registration begins May 1st.

Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Make an appointment to read with a certified therapy pet for 25 minutes, once per month.  Sign up in the library by calling 262-782-6717.  Recommended for readers in grades 1-5.

Registration begins May 1st.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Build It Club

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Build It Club:

Participants will spend time designing and building with Legos, Keva Planks, Ozobots and more.  No registration required and the library will provide all materials.  Reco...

Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Family Activities, Science & Technology

Participants will spend time designing and building with Legos, Keva Planks, Ozobots and more.  No registration required and the library will provide all materials.  Recommended for kindergarten to grade 5.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Wisconsin Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Author Visit
Age Group:
Adults

Join authors and photographers Barb and Ken Wardius for a captivating visual tour of Wisconsin’s historic lighthouses.

Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Visit
Event Details:

Join authors and photographers Barb and Ken Wardius for a captivating visual tour of Wisconsin’s historic lighthouses.

This event is in the "Children" group

Toy Adventure Night

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Children

Kids, drop off your toy at the library between 3:00-5:00 pm on July 16.  During the night, your toy will have an adventure that you will learn about the next day!  Toys will be picked up the following morning, July 17th.

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids, drop off your toy at the library between 3:00-5:00 pm on July 16.  During the night, your toy will have an adventure that you will learn about the next day!  Toys will be picked up the following morning, July 17th.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Learn about an intriguing assortment of creatures including snakes, lizards, insects, spiders, hedgehogs, birds and more, featuring live animals.

Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun
Event Details:

Learn about an intriguing assortment of creatures including snakes, lizards, insects, spiders, hedgehogs, birds and more, featuring live animals.

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Story Time

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Bring a blanket to spread on the grass for outdoor story time!  Content will be for children 3-5 years old but all are welcome to participate in stories, songs and rhymes.  Story time will move inside if weather is inclement.

Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Bring a blanket to spread on the grass for outdoor story time!  Content will be for children 3-5 years old but all are welcome to participate in stories, songs and rhymes.  Story time will move inside if weather is inclement.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Cup of Health: Coping with Stress Through Journaling

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellbeing
Age Group:
Adults

Stressed out? This one-hour presentation will discuss chronic stress and its impact on physical and mental health. Participants will be introduced to and practice journaling as a coping technique to protect their well-being.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellbeing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stressed out? This one-hour presentation will discuss chronic stress and its impact on physical and mental health. Participants will be introduced to and practice journaling as a coping technique to protect their well-being.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

The Recycled Art Challenge

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

This is an opportunity for kids in grades 1-5 to create original art using found objects, leftover supplies and imagination!  Participants may attend one day or both days.  Finished projects will be displayed in the library.

Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
Event Details:

This is an opportunity for kids in grades 1-5 to create original art using found objects, leftover supplies and imagination!  Participants may attend one day or both days.  Finished projects will be displayed in the library.

This event is in the "Children" group

The Pocket Lady: Growing with Character Through the Virtues

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Games & Fun, Family Activities
Age Group:
Children

A unique and lively story program with short original and traditional stories that demonstrate the virtues of kindness, courage, cooperation, and more!

Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun, Family Activities
Event Details:

A unique and lively story program with short original and traditional stories that demonstrate the virtues of kindness, courage, cooperation, and more!

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Story Time

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Bring a blanket to spread on the grass for outdoor story time!  Content will be for children 3-5 years old but all are welcome to participate in stories, songs and rhymes.  Story time will move inside if weather is inclement.

Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Bring a blanket to spread on the grass for outdoor story time!  Content will be for children 3-5 years old but all are welcome to participate in stories, songs and rhymes.  Story time will move inside if weather is inclement.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Trivia Night!

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Adults

Gather your friends and put your wits to the test at our Library Trivia Night! This fun-filled evening features a variety of trivia questions, including regional topics, pop culture, history, and more.

Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun
Event Details:

Gather your friends and put your wits to the test at our Library Trivia Night! This fun-filled evening features a variety of trivia questions, including regional topics, pop culture, history, and more.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Build It Club

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Build It Club:

Participants will spend time designing and building with Legos, Keva Planks, Ozobots and more.  No registration required and the library will provide all materials.  Reco...

Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Family Activities, Science & Technology

Participants will spend time designing and building with Legos, Keva Planks, Ozobots and more.  No registration required and the library will provide all materials.  Recommended for kindergarten to grade 5.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Wehr Nature Center - Sssensational Snakes

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Learn about snakes in an interactive format including stories and guided activities.

Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Family Activities, Science & Technology
Event Details:

Learn about snakes in an interactive format including stories and guided activities.

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Story Time

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Bring a blanket to spread on the grass for outdoor story time!  Content will be for children 3-5 years old but all are welcome to participate in stories, songs and rhymes.  Story time will move inside if weather is inclement.

Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Bring a blanket to spread on the grass for outdoor story time!  Content will be for children 3-5 years old but all are welcome to participate in stories, songs and rhymes.  Story time will move inside if weather is inclement.

This event is in the "Adults" group

First Friday Films: Wonka

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults

A matinee film series for adults. On the first Friday of every month, a new release movie is screened in the O'Neill Room at 1:00 p.m. Skip the wait list and see it on a big screen! Everyone's invited, and bring a friend.

Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

A matinee film series for adults. On the first Friday of every month, a new release movie is screened in the O'Neill Room at 1:00 p.m. Skip the wait list and see it on a big screen! Everyone's invited, and bring a friend.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Therapy Pet Reading Program (Marty-Cat)

Monday, August 4, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Therapy Pets:

Make an appointment to read with a certified therapy pet for 25 minutes, once per month.  Sign up in the library by calling 262-782-6717.  Recommended for readers in grad...

Children may schedule an appointment with Marty, a certified therapy cat, once per month.  Sign up in the library.  One reader per 25-minute time slot or two siblings or friends may sign up together.

Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Make an appointment to read with a certified therapy pet for 25 minutes, once per month.  Sign up in the library by calling 262-782-6717.  Recommended for readers in grades 1-5.

Children may schedule an appointment with Marty, a certified therapy cat, once per month.  Sign up in the library.  One reader per 25-minute time slot or two siblings or friends may sign up together.

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Story Time

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Bring a blanket to spread on the grass for outdoor story time!  Content will be for children 3-5 years old but all are welcome to participate in stories, songs and rhymes.  Story time will move inside if weather is inclement.

Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Bring a blanket to spread on the grass for outdoor story time!  Content will be for children 3-5 years old but all are welcome to participate in stories, songs and rhymes.  Story time will move inside if weather is inclement.

This event is in the "Children" group

Evening Story Times with Kathy Luck

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

The whole family can attend this story time for a lively mixture of stories, puppets and music that will encourage children to engage with books throughout the summer.  Recommended especially for children ages 3-7 years.

Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

The whole family can attend this story time for a lively mixture of stories, puppets and music that will encourage children to engage with books throughout the summer.  Recommended especially for children ages 3-7 years.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Therapy Pet Reading Program (Blumi-Dog)

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Therapy Pets:

Make an appointment to read with a certified therapy pet for 25 minutes, once per month.  Sign up in the library by calling 262-782-6717.  Recommended for readers in grad...

Registration begins May 1st.

Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Make an appointment to read with a certified therapy pet for 25 minutes, once per month.  Sign up in the library by calling 262-782-6717.  Recommended for readers in grades 1-5.

Registration begins May 1st.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Portraits in the Struggle of Change: Frida Kahlo

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

Presented by Karri Fritz-Klaus of Cornerstone Symposium, this engaging art history program explores the powerful work of Frida Kahlo—one of Mexico’s most iconic and influential artists.

Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Presented by Karri Fritz-Klaus of Cornerstone Symposium, this engaging art history program explores the powerful work of Frida Kahlo—one of Mexico’s most iconic and influential artists.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Therapy Pet Reading Program (Clover and Corky)

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Therapy Pets:

Make an appointment to read with a certified therapy pet for 25 minutes, once per month.  Sign up in the library by calling 262-782-6717.  Recommended for readers in grad...

Registration begins May 1st.

Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Make an appointment to read with a certified therapy pet for 25 minutes, once per month.  Sign up in the library by calling 262-782-6717.  Recommended for readers in grades 1-5.

Registration begins May 1st.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Foraging in Wild Wisconsin

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking & Food, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Join Ben of Pink Teepee Farms for an immersive journey into the forests and fields of Wisconsin. This hands-on program explores how to safely identify and harvest wild edible mushrooms and plants.

Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking & Food, Science & Technology
Event Details:

Join Ben of Pink Teepee Farms for an immersive journey into the forests and fields of Wisconsin. This hands-on program explores how to safely identify and harvest wild edible mushrooms and plants.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Junk Journaling

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Elm Grove Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Discover the joy of self-expression through junk journaling in this creative, hands-on workshop led by artist Bonnie Gunelius.

Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Discover the joy of self-expression through junk journaling in this creative, hands-on workshop led by artist Bonnie Gunelius.

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All Day
Elm Grove Public Library
Closing
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