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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

Landlord-Tenant Law

Multi-purpose Room

June 6th, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Many Wisconsin residents live in rental housing. As a landlord or tenant, it is important to understand your rights and responsibilities under Wisconsin Law. Ben Merens from the Wisconsin Bureau of Consumer Protection will be here to answer the questions you have about renting out your space or being a renter yourself.

 

Registration is not required.

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Musical Sing-along Nights

Multi-purpose Room

June 7th, 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Come and sing along to a well-known and loved movie musical at our ‘Musical Sing-along Nights’. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the movie starts at 6:00 p.m. Snacks/beverages will be provided. Stay for a chance to win themed raffle prizes!

Registration is not required. This program is for all ages, but children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Library Board Meeting

Tower Room

June 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

Intro to Facebook

Technology Training Lab

June 14th

9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Do you wish that you knew more about how to use Facebook to connect with other family members, friends, and colleagues? Topics include: how to change your profile picture, how to send a message and post to other user’s walls, friending and liking, and privacy settings.

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

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Friends of the Library Meeting
Technology Training Lab

June 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.

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

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Wisconsin Remembers

2nd floor

May 4th - June 19th

Wisconsin Remembers: A Face for Every Name is part of the Wisconsin Veterans Museum’s Traveling Exhibit Program. It features a photo for each of the 1,161 Wisconsinites officially listed on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C.

Visit the 2nd floor of the library to view this exhibit now through June 19. Registration is not required.

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The Library will be closed May 29.

Family, Teen, and Children's Programs

Summer Reading Challenge

Registration opens June 10th

Join Oak Creek Public Library this summer to read All Together Now! This all-ages Summer Reading Challenge runs Saturday, June 10 – Saturday, August 12. Prizes will be available Monday, June 12 – Saturday, August 12, or while supplies last. Participants who read for 10 hours will receive a prize and have their name added to the window mural overlooking Drexel Town Square.

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Summer Reading Kick-Off at the Farmers Market

Drexel Town Square

June 10th, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Meet us at the Farmers Market for the Summer Reading Kick-Off! Learn how to join the Summer Reading Challenge and grab some library swag (while supplies last) at our booth from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Story Times based on this year's theme "All Together Now" will take place at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

 

This Story Time is geared toward children ages 4-8, with an adult, though all ages are welcome. Registration is not required.

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Music and Movement

Multi-purpsoe Room

Mondays, June 12th - 26th

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, June 13th - 27th

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). It features short stories, songs, and lapsit rhymes that foster early literacy and will be followed by a play time.

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

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Toddler Story Time

Story Time Room

Wednesdays, June 14th - 28th 

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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Rainbow Book Month

YA Section (2nd floor)

Rainbow books are located on the display stand in the YA section throughout the month of June. After you read one, tell us a bit about it by filling out a short review form, and we'll give you a prize. Participants can turn in their forms at the second-floor service desk to receive their prize.

This program is geared toward teens. Registration is not required.

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STEAM Labs

Story Time Room

Mondays, June 12th - 26th

 

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. These include:

 

6/12: Toothpick Towers
6/19: DNA Model
6/26: Wind Car

Registration for each session is required.

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Summer Performer - Robin's Dog Stars

Multi-purpose Room

June 13th, 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Bring the whole family to see dog tricks by Robin's Dog Stars! Robin Bengtson and her two dogs will perform over 50 tricks for your entertainment.

This program is for all ages. Registration is not required.

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Teen Volunteer Orientation

Multi-purpose Room

June 13th, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

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

This program is for those entering grades 7-12 in Fall 2023. Registration is required.

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Baby-Sitters Club Party

Multi-purpose Room

June 14th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Are you like Kristy? Claudia? Mary Anne? Stacey? Jessi? Maybe you're a Logan! Pack your "Kid Kits" and come to Stoneybrook to celebrate the greatness of Anne M. Martin's "The Babysitter's Club!" 

This program is for those entering grades 3-6 in fall 2023. Registration is required. 

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Family Fun

Multi-purpose Room

Thursdays, June 15th - June 29th, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.

There will be a new theme each week to explore through various stations, crafts, games, and hands-on activities.

6/15: Mermaids
6/22: Dragons Love Tacos
6/29: Bluey

This program is geared toward children 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome). Registration is not required.

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Middle School Nerf Fight Fun

Multi-purpose Room

June 15th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

"All's fair in love and Nerf War." Errrr...that's not quite the saying. Bring your own Nerf Blaster to the library and let the battle begin!

This program is for those entering grades 6-9 in fall 2023. Registration is required. 

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Summer Performer - Game Show Gurus

Multi-purpose Room

June 20th, 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Join the Game Show Gurus in this interactive family program. Audience members will compete in two teams with physical challenges and trivia questions in the Versus Game Show.

This program is for all ages. Registration is not required.

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Messy Art

Story Time Room

June 21st, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

A wise woman once said, "Take chances, make mistakes, and get messy!" So, we’re doing that at the library (to save you from the cleanup).

This program is for those entering grades 3-6 in fall 2023. Registration is required. 

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Middle School Tie Dye Time

Story Time Room

June 22nd, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Turn boring white objects into beautifully tie-dyed technicolored treasures! We'll provide one small object to transform, but feel free to bring one or two of your own! 

This program is for those entering grades 6-9 in fall 2023. Registration is required. 

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Drop-in LEGO Challenge

Story Time Room

June 27th, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.

Try a new and exciting LEGO challenge.

This program is geared towards children ages 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome). Registration is not required.

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Video Game Club: Roblox

Story Time Room

June 28th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

We'll take some of your favorite Roblox games and turn them into real-life games, crafts, and activities!

This program is for those entering grades 3-6 in fall 2023. Registration is required. 

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Middle School Anime Meetup

Story Time Room

June 29th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Let's get together and discuss our favorite anime and manga, craft, snack on Japanese treats, and watch an episode of an anime.

This program is for those entering grades 6-9 in fall 2023. Registration is 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, we celebrate World Bee Day with books about our fuzzy, bumbling friends. 🐝

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