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June 2024

Adult Events

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open

to the public, but some may require registration.

Summer Library Program

2024 Summer Library Program
June 10-August 10 

Adventure Begins at Your Library!

Embark on a journey this summer! Dive into the pages of thrilling tales, explore far-off lands, and meet fascinating characters along the way.  All are invited to join!

Our Summer Library Program offers programs, prize drawings, and more for all ages!

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Reading Program 

Starting June 10!

Beanstack
Google Play Store
Apple App Store

Open to Kids, Teens, & Adults!

Participate on Beanstack online or the Beanstack app. Track reading and log activities to earn books, coupons, and tickets for prize drawings. Paper logs are available in the Summer Reading Room upon request.

Summer Reading Room Hours

Monday-Thursday: 10 am-6 pm • Saturday: 9 am-1 pm

Big Community Read Finding Dorothy by Elizabeth Letts

To help celebrate the Summer of Oz, the Oconomowoc Public Library is having a Big Community Read. You can pick up a free copy of the book starting June 1 at the Library, available while supplies last. Join us for a community discussion and virtual visit with the author on August 6 at 6 pm at the Library. Please share the book with friends and family members!

Library Treasure Adventure - Explore ALL 24 to find adventure & treasures galore! June 1-August 31

Welcome, Adventurers!

Join us for a journey through history and mystery! Dust off your imagination, sharpen your intellect and set out on a free epic quest to discover amazing treasures at all 24 public libraries in Waukesha and Jefferson Counties.

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Programs & Events

Registration opens June 10 at 9 am!

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public, but some may require registration.

Fiber Arts Circle

Big Community Read Begins:

Finding Dorothy by Elizabeth Letts

Saturday, June 1 

To help celebrate the Summer of Oz the Oconomowoc Public Library is having a Big Community Read. You can pick up a free copy of Finding Dorothy by Elizabeth Letts starting June 1 at the Library. Join us for a community discussion with the author on August 6 at 6 pm at our Library (author will be on Zoom). You can check out the book or pick up a free copy (while supplies last). Please share the book with friends! 

Cup of Health Wellness Series - Better Brain Health

 Wednesday, June 5 • 6-7 pm

This session will teach participants what they can do to lower their dementia risk and keep their brains healthy. Presented by Waukesha County Public Health Health & Human Services Department. Registration is preferred but walk-ins are welcome. 

Registration
Watch & Learn Writing Workshop
Fiber Arts Circle

Farmers Market

Saturday, June 8 • 8 am-12 pm

Stop by the Library stand at the Farmers Market to see what's new at the Library!

Fiber Arts Circle

Ukulele Lessons

Tuesdays, June 11, 18, & 25 • 12-1:30 pm

Add a new skill to your repetoire with a three-week course on the ukulele! Instruments will be provided.

One sign-up registers participants for all three weeks.

Registration is Required
Fiber Arts Circle

Diamond Drop-In

Wednesdays, June 12 & 26 • 12:30-2 pm

Enjoy bigger diamond painting fun, and conversation! Bring your own project to work on or choose from one the Library provides. Project design choices are first come, first served upon arrival.

Fiber Arts Circle

Canvas Creations

Wednesday, June 12 • 6-7:30 pm

Thursday, June 13 • 10-11:30 am

Learn how to paint with step-by-step instructions.

This month's painting: Sunset

Registration is Required
Fiber Arts Circle

Fiber Arts Circle

Thursdays, June 13 & 27 • 6-7:45 pm

Bring your project and make new friends! All fiber arts are welcome–crochet, knit, cross-stitch, weaving, latch-hooking, and more!

HiStory Walk

Saturday, June 15 • 9-10:30 am

Walk through history with a narrated version of the Oconomowoc Historical Society's Historic Walking Tour. We'll start at Veterans Memorial Park and travel down Lake Drive.

HiStory Walk

Thriller Book Club

Monday, June 17 • 6-7 pm

Join us as we discuss a new thriller each month. This month’s book: The Last Time I Saw You by Liv Constantine. 

Thriller Book Club
Fiber Arts Circle

Watercolor Wonders

Wednesday, June 19 • 6-7:30 pm

Thursday, June 20 • 10-11:30 am

Learn how to watercolor with step-by-step instructions.

This month's painting: Butterfly

Registration is Required
Pick Your Pattern Dot Painting

Bingo!

Tuesday, June 25 • 6-7 pm

Get ready to mark your cards, shout "Bingo!" and experience a night of friendly competition and camaraderie. Registration is preferred, but walk-ins are welcome.

Registration is Required
Fiber Arts Circle

Tie-Dye Time

Wednesday, June 26 • 6-7:30 pm

Thursday, June 27 • 10-11:30 am

Grab some dye and make a mess at the Library! Dyes and one white bandana per participant will be supplied. Attendees are welcome to bring one other item to dye if they would like, but nothing larger than a t-shirt. 

Registration is Required
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