Oak Creek Public Library Programs

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Activities for all ages

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Adult Programs

Library Board Meeting

Tower Room

July 10th, 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

July 10th - 31st

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.

Friends of the Library Book Nook: $5 Bag Sale

Book Nook

July 12th, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

The Friends of the Oak Creek Public Library are hosting a $5 bag sale at the Book Nook on select Saturdays this summer and fall. Choose from children's books, hardcover fiction and non-fiction, paperbacks, CDs, DVDs, audiobooks, and special-priced items.

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Begin Your Adventure: Learn to Play Dungeons & Dragons

Business Center

Every other Saturday

1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Designed for adults and young adults with little or no experience playing D&D. We’ll guide you through everything from the basics of roleplaying and rolling dice to understanding character sheets and storytelling mechanics. All materials will be provided, including blank character sheets, dice, laptops, and sourcebooks.

Ages 16+. Registration is required.

Reptiles of Wisconsin

Multi-purpose Room

July 19th, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Through hands-on education, learn what critters you can find right in your backyard and what makes them important members of our ecosystems.

Open to all ages, but children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required.

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The library will be closed July 4 for Independence Day.

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Family, Teen, and Children's Programs

Summer Reading Challenge

Registration opened June 14

Join Oak Creek Public Library in reading over the summer. This all-ages Summer Reading Challenge runs Saturday, June 14 – Saturday, August 9. 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. Prizes will be available Saturday, June 28 – Saturday, August 9, or while supplies last.

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STEAM Lab

Story Time Room

Mondays, July 7th - 28th

Grades 1-2: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Grades 3-6: 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Work as a team to create, experiment and learn through hands-on activities. Themes vary by session.

Registration for each session is required.

Music and Movement

Multi-purpose Room

Mondays,

July 7th - 28th

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,

July 8th - 29th

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,

July 9th - 30th

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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LEGO® Club

Story Time Room

Tuesdays, July 8th - 29th,

1:30 - 2:30 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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Video Game Club

Story Time Room

July 9th - 16th, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.

Join us for our Video Game Club where we play a different video game at each session! We will also have activities relating to popular game characters.

This program is for those in grades 3-6. Registration for each session is required.

Middle School Program

Story Time Room

Wednesdays, July 9th - 30th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Join us for fun activities!

7/9: Intro to Calligraphy

7/16: Techniques in Printmaking

7/23: Nature Art

7/30: Potted Plants Extravaganza!

This program is for those in grades 6-9. Registration for each session is required.

City Workers Story Time

Story Time Room

Thursdays, July 10th - 31st, 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

This 20-25 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). Get ready to nurture early literacy with stories, songs, and rhymes and get excited to meet a special guest!

7/10: Fire Department
7/17: DPW + Cherry Picker

7/24: Police Department

7/31: DPW + Excavator

Registration is not required.

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Family Fun

Multi-purpose Room

Thursdays, July 10th - 31st, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.

Gather the family for an afternoon of adventure and fun! Explore a new theme each week to inspire creativity, curiosity, and collaboration.

7/10: Narwhal and and Jelly Party
7/17: DIY Pet Art

7/24: Cardboard Creations

7/31: Great Lakes Celebration

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

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Intergenerational Story Time

Story Time Room

July 11th, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

This 30-minute Story Time welcomes children of all ages with their caregivers and seniors from the community, including some special guests from The Waters. It will feature stories and songs followed by a playtime and social for all attendees.

Registration is not required.

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Story Time at the Farmers Market

Drexel Town Square

July 12th, 9:30 & 10:30 a.m

Meet us at the Farmers Market for Story Time! These 20-minute interactive sessions incorporate stories, songs, and rhymes.

Geared toward children ages 2-5, with an adult (siblings welcome). Registration is not required.

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Art Club

Story Time Room

July 23rd - 30th,

1:30 - 2:30 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 3-6. Registration for each session is required.

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

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