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Bright Beginnings Story Time and Play Group

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Storytime & Early Literacy
Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy

This story time meets in the O'Neill Room downstairs for 15-20 minutes of interactive stories, rhymes and songs, followed by playtime with special toys.

Therapy Pet Reading Program (Blumi-Dog)

4:30pm–5:00pm
Children
Storytime & Early Literacy
Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy

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.

Lady Lighthouse Keeper: The Extraordinary Life & Times of Georgia Green Stebbins

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
History & Genealogy
Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Barb and Ken Wardius, authors of Wisconsin Lighthouses: A Photographic and Historical Guide, return to share the remarkable story of Georgia Green Stebbins.

Build It Club

4:15pm–5:15pm
Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts, Science & Technology
Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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.

Morning Break Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Storytime & Early Literacy
Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy

This story time meets in the story room at the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs and other early literacy activities.  Recommended for ages 3-5 years.

Therapy Pet Reading Program (Clover and Corky)

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children
Storytime & Early Literacy
Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy

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.

Cup of Health: Healthy Bones, Healthy You

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Health & Wellbeing
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellbeing
Registration Required
Event Details:

This one-hour session will teach participants about the importance of good bone health for overall wellness and longevity. Special emphasis is on osteoporosis and steps families can take to reduce their risk and stay healthy.

Thanksgiving Holiday - Library Closing Early Wednesday

11/26/2025 @ 2:00pm–11/28/2025 @ 5:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Elm Grove Public Library
Description:

The Elm Grove Library will be closed from 2:00 pm on Wednesday, November 26th, until 10:00 am on Saturday, November 29th.

Therapy Pet Reading Program (Marty-Cat)

4:30pm–6:00pm
Children
Storytime & Early Literacy
Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy

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.

Holiday Book Talks with Daniel Goldin

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Author Visit
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Visit
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get into the holiday spirit with a lively and insightful presentation by Daniel Goldin, proprieter of Boswell Book Company.

First Friday Films: A Christmas Story Christmas

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Movie
Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

First Friday Films will take place on the second Friday of December due to a staff training day on December 5. This month we will be showing A Christmas Story Christmas the long-awaited sequel to A Christmas Story (1983).

Annual Holiday Evening for Families

4:30pm–7:00pm
Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Annual Holiday Evening for Families will include crafts and refreshments for all ages throughout the evening, as well as a meet-and-greet with your favorite ice princesses at 6:00-7:00!

Holiday Trivia Night!

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Music, Games & Fun
Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun
Event Details:

Think you know your holiday traditions, festive tunes, and seasonal fun facts? Gather your friends and join us for a jolly evening of trivia at the library!

Therapy Pet Reading Program (Blumi-Dog)

4:30pm–5:00pm
Children
Storytime & Early Literacy
Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy

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.

Build It Club

4:15pm–5:15pm
Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts, Science & Technology
Library Branch: Elm Grove Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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.

Christmas Holiday

All Day 12/24–12/25
Closing
Branches:
Elm Grove Public Library

New Year's Eve

2:00pm–8:30pm
Closing
Branches:
Elm Grove Public Library
Description:

The Elm Grove Library will close at 2:00 pm on New Year's Eve, December 31st, and remain closed through New Year's Day, January 1st.