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Love Your Library Photo Contest
To celebrate National Library Week, we want to see photos of what YOU love about your new library! Do you have a favorite cozy spot? A favorite new chair? A favorite light fixture? We want to see it! Submit your entry (one per person, please) to askrefwt@watertownpubliclibrary.org. The photos will be posted on our website …
Poetry Walk
In celebration of National Poetry Month the library is teaming up with Main St. businesses to create a Poetry Walk! Start at the Reference Desk on the second floor of the library and receive a Poetry Walk Guide that will direct you up and down Main St. reading poems along the way!
Teen Pick-Me-Up: Earth Day Cookies
If you're between the ages of 11-18, come to the library on Earth Day (4/22) to celebrate the planet by taking home a kit to make Earth cookies! (PLEASE NOTE: take-home kits will be available for pickup in the Teen Space, and they'll remain available only while supplies last).
Tackle Technology (at the Senior Center!)
Tackle Technology (at the Senior Center!)
We will be at the Senior Center ready to answer your tablet and smartphone questions! Bring your devices with you and we will try to help you understand them better! Registration is required. Call (920) 545-2331.
Teen CASH
Teen CASH
Teen CASH (or "Casual After School Hang") is an event series for teens and “tweens” that’s set to take place every Monday in the library’s new Teen Space! Every week starting, drop in between 3:30-5:30pm to participate in a fun activity or try your hand at a new kind of craft — there’ll be something new …
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Little University Storytime
Little University Storytime
Join Miss Tina for Little University Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday for great books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, music & movement! Storytime is the same theme each week so come whichever day works best for your schedule.
Library Kids Club
Library Kids Club
Calling all Kindergarten through 5th graders!! Join us in the Programming Room in the TalkReadPlay Center every Tuesday at 3:30pm for some fun at the Library Kids Club! Each week we will play games, read books, make some crafts or do a STEAM challenge with our friends. No registration needed, just come by each week …
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Teen Homework Help
Teen Homework Help
Looking for a quiet after-school hangout to finish up homework and get new book suggestions? Between 2:30-6:30 on the following Wednesdays, teens and "tweens" are welcome in the Teen Space for help with research, conversation, reading recommendations, and even healthy after school snacks: 3/30, 4/6, 4/13, and 4/27 (more dates in May to come). No registration is required.
Bookies Book Club
Bookies Book Club
The Bookies Book Club meets the last Wednesday of each month at 6:00 pm. All adults are welcome to join! In 2022 we will be discussing: January 26 - The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead February 23 - The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes March 30 - Speak, Okinawa by Elizabeth Miki Brina April 27 - Nothing to See Here by Kevin …
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Baby Bounce
Baby Bounce
Baby Bounce is back! Join Miss Tina every week for songs, rhymes, fingerplays, books, bubbles, free play and more! Programs are geared towards children ages 0-2 and older siblings are always welcome!
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytime
Join Miss Tina for Little University Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday for great books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, music & movement! Storytime is the same theme each week so come whichever day works best for your schedule.
Recycling 101: Basics to Becoming a Better Recycler
Recycling 101: Basics to Becoming a Better Recycler
Ever wonder what happens to all your recycling after it’s picked up? Looking for clarification on what is or isn’t recyclable? Join us for a presentation from Jefferson County’s Solid Waste Program and learn tips on how to be a better recycler.
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Book in a Jar Contest
Come to the second floor to inspect our Book in a Jar. Think you know what book it is? Make a guess and have a chance to win a prize! Contest open to adults between May 1-15.
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Teen CASH
Teen CASH
Teen CASH (or "Casual After School Hang") is an event series for teens and “tweens” that’s set to take place every Monday in the library’s new Teen Space! Every week starting, drop in between 3:30-5:30pm to participate in a fun activity or try your hand at a new kind of craft — there’ll be something new …
Hooks & Needles
Hooks & Needles
Every Monday knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are invited to work on current projects in a friendly atmosphere. Instruction will be provided if this is a new skill for you! Just bring your hooks or needles - yarn will be provided!
3 events,
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytime
Join Miss Tina for Little University Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday for great books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, music & movement! Storytime is the same theme each week so come whichever day works best for your schedule.
Library Kids Club
Library Kids Club
Calling all Kindergarten through 5th graders!! Join us in the Programming Room in the TalkReadPlay Center every Tuesday at 3:30pm for some fun at the Library Kids Club! Each week we will play games, read books, make some crafts or do a STEAM challenge with our friends. No registration needed, just come by each week …
2 events,
Teen Homework Help
Teen Homework Help
Looking for a quiet after-school hangout to finish up homework and get new book suggestions? Between 2:30-6:30 on the following Wednesdays, teens and "tweens" are welcome in the Teen Space for help with research, conversation, reading recommendations, and even healthy after school snacks: 3/30, 4/6, 4/13, and 4/27 (more dates in May to come). No registration is required.
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Baby Bounce
Baby Bounce
Baby Bounce is back! Join Miss Tina every week for songs, rhymes, fingerplays, books, bubbles, free play and more! Programs are geared towards children ages 0-2 and older siblings are always welcome!
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytime
Join Miss Tina for Little University Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday for great books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, music & movement! Storytime is the same theme each week so come whichever day works best for your schedule.
Reading with Rover
Reading with Rover
Visit the TalkReadPlay Center to read with specially trained therapy dogs every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month! Stop in, pick a few books, and curl up with a furry friend to read.
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Bookworms Book Club
Bookworms Book Club
We're teaming up with the Watertown Senior Center to bring a new book club to town! Join the Bookworms Book Club the second Monday of each month at the Senior Center (514 S. 1st St.) at 1:00 pm. In May we will be discussing A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini.
Hooks & Needles
Hooks & Needles
Every Monday knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are invited to work on current projects in a friendly atmosphere. Instruction will be provided if this is a new skill for you! Just bring your hooks or needles - yarn will be provided!
4 events,
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytime
Join Miss Tina for Little University Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday for great books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, music & movement! Storytime is the same theme each week so come whichever day works best for your schedule.
Library Kids Club
Library Kids Club
Calling all Kindergarten through 5th graders!! Join us in the Programming Room in the TalkReadPlay Center every Tuesday at 3:30pm for some fun at the Library Kids Club! Each week we will play games, read books, make some crafts or do a STEAM challenge with our friends. No registration needed, just come by each week …
Writers Workshop
Writers Workshop
Writers Workshop will meet once a month for all ages wanting to improve writing and share their writing pieces. There will be a mix of short lessons, practice writings, and small group work, as well as sharing and critiquing individual pieces. In past years, we have put together a class book of our writing and …
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Teen Homework Help
Teen Homework Help
Looking for a quiet after-school hangout to finish up homework and get new book suggestions? Between 2:30-6:30 on the following Wednesdays, teens and "tweens" are welcome in the Teen Space for help with research, conversation, reading recommendations, and even healthy after school snacks: 3/30, 4/6, 4/13, and 4/27 (more dates in May to come). No registration is required.
3 events,
Baby Bounce
Baby Bounce
Baby Bounce is back! Join Miss Tina every week for songs, rhymes, fingerplays, books, bubbles, free play and more! Programs are geared towards children ages 0-2 and older siblings are always welcome!
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytime
Join Miss Tina for Little University Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday for great books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, music & movement! Storytime is the same theme each week so come whichever day works best for your schedule.
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Read, Rhyme, Rhythm
Read, Rhyme, Rhythm
Join Miss Beth Mueller for her popular pre-school program... Read, Rhyme, Rhythm! Come to the TalkReadPlay Center Program Room for some dancing, reading, music & movement on Saturday, May 14th from 10am-11am! Program is geared towards ages 3-5 and no registration is required.
A Conversation with Amy Reichert
A Conversation with Amy Reichert
Join one of our librarians in a conversation with Delafield-based author Amy Reichert. Amy is the author of several books, including "The Kindred Spirits Supper Club" and "The Optimist's Guide to Letting Go." This presentation will be in the form of an interview (even taking questions from the audience!) and refreshments will be provided. Sponsored …
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Musical Paint Night
Musical Paint Night
Join us in the maker space for a relaxing night of musically influenced painting! Bring your earbuds or headphones and electronic device to pick your own music to paint to, or bring your song suggestions for us to play for you! Let the music influence what you paint. The lyrics, the melody, or how the …
Hooks & Needles
Hooks & Needles
Every Monday knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are invited to work on current projects in a friendly atmosphere. Instruction will be provided if this is a new skill for you! Just bring your hooks or needles - yarn will be provided!
2 events,
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytime
Join Miss Tina for Little University Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday for great books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, music & movement! Storytime is the same theme each week so come whichever day works best for your schedule.
Library Kids Club
Library Kids Club
Calling all Kindergarten through 5th graders!! Join us in the Programming Room in the TalkReadPlay Center every Tuesday at 3:30pm for some fun at the Library Kids Club! Each week we will play games, read books, make some crafts or do a STEAM challenge with our friends. No registration needed, just come by each week …
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Homeschool Wednesdays
Homeschool Wednesdays
We are excited to again offer a fun and educational program just for our Homeschool families! Registration is required for the program and these programs are geared toward families homeschooling in the preschool and elementary school ages. Monthly themes will be listed as available.
Dungeons & Dragons Mixer
Dungeons & Dragons Mixer
Following a well-attended meet-up that ran the gamut in age and experience, the library is now excited about the prospect of forming *multiple* groups for DnD! Anyone interested in joining a group (even those who were unable to attend the info session) is invited to our library mixer event on May 18th, when we …
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Baby Bounce
Baby Bounce
Baby Bounce is back! Join Miss Tina every week for songs, rhymes, fingerplays, books, bubbles, free play and more! Programs are geared towards children ages 0-2 and older siblings are always welcome!
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytime
Join Miss Tina for Little University Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday for great books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, music & movement! Storytime is the same theme each week so come whichever day works best for your schedule.
Streaming for Beginners
Streaming for Beginners
Are you curious about how to start streaming TV shows or different services? We will be covering the basics at this program. Registration is required at the library, or call us at 920-545-2331.
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“Death on the Nile” Movie Matinee & Ice Cream
“Death on the Nile” Movie Matinee & Ice Cream
Calling all adults! Treat yourself to a day at the library! Come for a free showing of the movie "Death on the Nile" in our Community Room, and enjoy free ice cream and popcorn! Drinks will not be provided. The movie is rated PG-13 and has a running time of 127 minutes.
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Hooks & Needles
Hooks & Needles
Every Monday knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are invited to work on current projects in a friendly atmosphere. Instruction will be provided if this is a new skill for you! Just bring your hooks or needles - yarn will be provided!
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2 events,
Teen Homework Help
Teen Homework Help
Looking for a quiet after-school hangout to finish up homework and get new book suggestions? Between 2:30-6:30 on the following Wednesdays, teens and "tweens" are welcome in the Teen Space for help with research, conversation, reading recommendations, and even healthy after school snacks: 3/30, 4/6, 4/13, and 4/27 (more dates in May to come). No registration is required.
Bookies Book Club
Bookies Book Club
The Bookies Book Club meets the last Wednesday of each month at 6:00 pm. All adults are welcome to join! In 2022 we will be discussing: January 26 - The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead February 23 - The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes March 30 - Speak, Okinawa by Elizabeth Miki Brina April 27 - Nothing to See Here by Kevin …
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Read with B93.3
Read with B93.3
Join us in the TalkReadPlay Center programming room for a special storytime with a special guest... one of the radio jockey's from B93.3 will be reading to kids on the radio and in the library at 11:30am! Come enjoy the special reading as it's being broadcast and enter to win a prize basket when you …
Pride & Ally Button Making Party
Pride & Ally Button Making Party
Join us June 1st in the maker space any time between 3PM and 5PM for a Pride button making party to celebrate the beginning of Pride Month! Members of the LGBTQIA+ community and Allies of all ages are welcome! At this program you can make up to 3 buttons. Choose from the 50 designs we …
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Reading with Rover
Reading with Rover
Children can improve their reading skills and make a new, furry, four-legged friend by reading aloud to a licensed therapy dogs! No registration needed, just drop in for some one-on-one time with a canine friend.
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