Oak Creek Public Library Programs

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Stay up to date on the library's 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 1st - January 31st

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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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. 8th, 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

Jan. 8th - 29th, 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 Meeting

Civic Center

Jan. 14th, 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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OCPL Trivia Night

Multi-purpose Room

Jan. 16th, 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 Monday, December 1 – Saturday, 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).

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STEAM Lab: Paper Airplanes

Story Time Room

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

In this lab, we'll explore the aerodynamics of flight and then craft our own paper airplanes.

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

Music and Movement

Multi-purpose Room

Mondays,

Jan. 5th-Mar. 16th

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. 6th-Mar. 17th

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. 7th-Mar. 18th

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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After School Art Club

Story Time Room

Jan. 14th, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Bring your imagination and creative thinking skills to our After School 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.

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Read Learn Create

Story Time Room

Jan. 15th, 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 Craft Club

Story Time Room

Jan. 19th, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Join our Middle School Craft Club and do a new project at each session.

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

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Teen Volunteer Orientation

Multi-purpose Room

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

Come and learn about the teen volunteer program and opportunities available this winter & spring. This orientation is required for new volunteers and encouraged for returning volunteers.

This program is for those in grades 7-12. Registration is required.

LEGO® Club

Story Time Room

Jan. 27th, 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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Child Care & Summer Camp Resource Fair

Multi-purpose Room

Jan. 31st, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Visit with different child care and summer camp providers to learn more about their offerings and programs at this exciting one-stop shop event!

This program is geared toward parents and families with children ages 0-12. Registration is not 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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