Oak Creek Public Library Programs

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Be sure to check our events calendar to stay up to date on all of the fun activities that will keep you and your family busy this season.

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Adult Programs

One-on-One Tech Help

Technology Training Lab

Select Thursdays

2:00 - 4:00 p.m. by appt. only

Are you looking for one-on-one technology assistance? On Thursdays from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., bring in your device for a 30-minute appointment with a librarian. Library laptops will be available for general computer assistance.

Registration for each Thursday opens the Monday prior. You may only register for one 30 minute session per Thursday; walk-in appointments are not available.

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Writing Club

Technology Training Lab

Every other Saturday

10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Consider joining OCPL's Writing Club! Members meet every other Saturday to explore a new prompt, share their work, and workshop current projects. This is a member-lead club, so the structure is flexible to the needs of each session. We hope you can join us!

Registration is required.

Friends of the Library Meeting

Civic Center

Dec. 11th, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

For more than 20 years, the Friends of the Oak Creek Public Library has served as an independent organization of persons and businesses interested in assisting the library in developing programs, encouraging gifts, promoting knowledge and providing a channel for individuals and organizations to express ideas and make suggestions for library use and services.

Our meetings are held the second Wednesday of every month (except for July and August) at 6:00 p.m., typically held in the CIvic Center.

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Library Board Meeting

Tower Room

Dec. 12th, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

The Oak Creek Public Library Board of Trustees serves as the governing body of the Oak Creek Public Library. The Board is composed of seven members, each appointed by the Mayor for staggered three-year terms. The board usually meets on the second Thursday of each month in the Civic Center. Some meetings may be held virtually.

Agendas and minutes

Computer Class

Convert Your Memories: Analog to Digital

Technology Training Lab

Dec. 12th, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m

Did you know that our Library of Things has digitization equipment? This class will show you how to convert your analog materials into digital format.

This is a single-session class. Registration is required.

One-on-One Aging & Disability Resource Help

Civic Center

Dec. 17th, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m

Do you want help? Free one-on-one assistance is available from Andy Bethke, the Milwaukee County Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) Outreach Social Worker.

Registration is not required. Walk-ins welcome!

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Home Buyer's Workshop - "Pages to Property"

Technology Training Lab

Dec. 17th, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m

If the idea of buying a home is on your mind, don't miss out on this workshop tailored just for you! A local realtor and a mortgage broker will share valuable insights to help you feel at ease in today's housing market.

Instead of registering through the library's LocalHop, please register on the seminar site.

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Happy Paw-lidays: Adoptable Dogs Meet and Greet

Multi-purpose Room

Dec. 21st, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m

Come say "Hi!" to adoptable dogs at Woof Gang Rescue's holiday meet and greet! Dogs are not able to be adopted at this event, but Woof Gang Rescue will get you started in the application process.

All ages are welcome to attend. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required.

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The library will be closed December 24-25.

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Family, Teen, and Children's Programs

Winter Reading Challenge

Registration opens Dec. 1st

The Winter Reading Challenge runs Sunday, December 1 – Friday, February 28. Upon registration, participants will have their name added to the window mural overlooking Drexel Town Square. After reading for 15 days, participants will receive a prize (available while supplies last).

Need books? Let us build you a book bundle! Tell us what kind of books you’d like and a librarian will select titles based on your request. Get started.

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Music and Movement

Multi-purpose Room

Mondays,

Nov. 18th - Dec. 9th

6:30 - 7:00 p.m.

This 30-minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 2-5, with an adult (siblings welcome). We'll be incorporating music and movement into all books, songs, and rhymes.

Registration is not required.

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Baby Story Time

Story Time Room

Tuesdays,

Nov. 19th - Dec. 10th

9:30 - 9:50 a.m.
OR
10:30 - 10:50 a.m.

This 15-20-minute Story Time is geared toward children ages birth to 24 months, with an adult (siblings welcome). Come enjoy short stories, songs, and lapsit rhymes that foster early literacy. Play time with toys to follow.

Registration is not required. Please only attend one time slot per day.

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Toddler Story Time

Story Time Room

Wednesdays,

Nov. 20th - Dec. 11th

9:30 - 9:50 a.m.
OR
10:30 - 10:50 a.m.

This 20 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 2-3, with an adult (siblings welcome). It incorporates stories, songs, and rhymes and will be followed by a play time.

Registration is not required. Please only attend one time slot per day.

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STEAM Lab

What's it mean to be cool?

Story Time Room

Dec. 2nd, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Help scientists by recording information about ice and winter weather conditions on Earth using technology. Learn about how winter weather impacts the planet.

This program is for those in grades 2-5. Registration is required.

Family Fun

Elephant and Piggie Party

Multi-purpose Room

Dec. 5th, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

You are invited to an Elephant and Piggie party! Join us for a story time, crafts, and games all celebrating the fan favorites: Gerald and Piggie.

This program is designed for ages 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome). Registration not required.

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After School Art Club

Story Time Room

Dec. 11th, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Bring your imagination and creative thinking skills to our Art Club! At each session, you will create a different work of art.

This program is for those in grades 2-5. Registration is required.

Middle School: Jewelry Making

Story Time Room

Dec. 16th, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Learn how to make a beaded jewelry piece in this month's middle school program.

This program is for those in grades 6-8. Registration is required.

Jewelry supplies laid out on a table while someone uses two hansd to thread a large bead onto a string.

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Preschool Story Time

Story Time Room

Dec. 19th, 4:00 - 4:30 p.m.

This 25-30 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 3-5, with an adult (siblings welcome). It features stories, songs, and rhymes that foster early literacy.

Registration is not required.

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Tune in to the latest episode of the podcast to hear our librarians' reading recommendations!

This time on Not Your Mother's Library, you can enjoy crisp, cool evenings and the crunch of fallen leaves with these autumnal reading recommendations.

Oak Creek Public Library
8040 S 6th St
Oak Creek, WI 53154
414-766-7900
library@oakcreekwi.gov

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709 N 8th St, Milwaukee, WI 53233
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