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

Book BINGO

2nd floor Service Desk

December 2nd - January 29th

Pick up a BINGO card at the 2nd floor Service Desk. When you get BINGO, turn the card back in for a free advanced readers copy of an adult book. Prizes are available while supplies last. Only one card allowed per person.

Registration is not required.

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Holiday Book Nook Sale

Book Nook

December 2nd - January 4th

Need a last minute stocking stuffer? Look no further than the Book Nook! We have a huge selection to choose from, and all items are only $0.50 unless otherwise marked.

All proceeds benefit the programs, services, and collections of the Oak Creek Public Library.

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Friends of the Library Meeting

Civic Center

Jan. 8th, 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.

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One-on-One Tech Help

Technology Training Lab

Select Thursdays

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

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.

Library Board Meeting

Tower Room

Jan. 9th, 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

Basic Computer Skills

Technology Training Lab

January 9th - 30th

6:00 - 8:30 p.m

Participants will learn computer, Internet, search tool, and basic email concepts.

This is a 4-week class. Registration is required.

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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.

Registration is required.

One-on-One Aging & Disability Resource Help

Civic Center

Jan. 17th, 10:00 - 11:30 a.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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OCPL Trivia Night

Multi-purpose Room

Jan. 24th, 5:30 - 8:00 p.m

Join us for a night full of trivia and fun! Snacks, beverages, and music will accompany a mix of easy, medium, and hard questions. Members of the winning team will receive an OCPL Trivia trophy and a gift card to a local business.

Registration is required. Please limit your team to a minimum of two members and a maximum of six members.

The library will be closed December 31 thru January 1.

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Family, Teen, and Children's Programs

Winter Reading Challenge

Registration opened 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,

Jan. 6th - Mar. 17th

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,

Jan. 7th - Mar. 18th

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,

Jan. 8th - Mar. 19th

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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Family Fun

Fort Night

Multi-purpose Room

Jan. 2nd, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Join us for an indoor fort-building extravaganza. We'll have a family story time focused on bedtime stories, so pajamas are encouraged. Feel free to bring your own blankets, pillows, and a book.

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

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STEAM Lab

Cryptic Codes

Story Time Room

Jan. 6th, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Learn all about secret messages & ciphers, and then create your own at our cryptic code lab!

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

After School Art Club

Story Time Room

Jan. 8th, 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.

Latch and Learn

A Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding Support Group

Story Time Room

Jan. 9th, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

This monthly support group is led by Oak Creek Health Department Certified Lactation Counselors. We can help with latch, supply issues, positioning, and more.

Registration is not required.

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Read Learn Create

Story Time Room

Jan. 16th, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

This 15-20 minute story time is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). It features stories, songs, and rhymes that foster early literacy and will be followed by a craft related to the story.

Registration is not required.

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Middle School: Family Trees

Story Time Room

Jan. 20th, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Create your own family tree and learn more about researching your family history.

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

LEGO® Club

Story Time Room

Jan. 28th, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Brick by Brick, we'll build awesome creations and friendships at LEGO Club! Come make your masterpiece.

This program is for ages 4-11, with an adult. Registration is not required.

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

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