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April 2024

Events for Kids
Monthly Reading Challenge

Monthly Reading Challenge

April 1-30 • All Ages

Registration is Required

Log your reading on Beanstack online or the Beanstack app to earn badges.

Read 10 hours by the end of the month and earn a Beardie Buck good for $1 toward the purchase of a Friends Book Sale item or Loki accessory available at the Checkout Desk. 

Programs & Events

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public, but some may require registration. A waiting list is available if registration is full.

FAMILY (ALL AGES)

Eclipse Viewing

Eclipse Viewing

Monday, April 8 • 1-2:30 pm

Join us to watch the solar eclipse on the large screen, plus fun activities for the kids. Eclipse glasses are available at the Checkout Desk while supplies last.

El día de los niños/El día de los libros - Family Fun Night

El día de los niños/El día de los libros - Family Fun Night

Friday, April 26 • 4-6 pm

Celebrate Children's Day AND Book Day at the Library! This fabulous fiesta will include bilingual stories and songs, fun crafts, Spanish language-learning games and activities, door prizes, and FOOD! Delicioso! 

Día de recursos familiares con/Family Resource Day with OASD

Día de recursos familiares con/

Family Resource Day with OASD

Saturday, April 27 • 10 am-12 pm

Las familias Hispanas/Latinas que hablan español están invitadas a explorar la Biblioteca Pública de Oconomowoc durante este programa gratuito, en asociación con el Distrito Escolar del Área de Oconomowoc. Las actividades incluirán recorridos por la biblioteca, manualidades y cuentos para niños, comida y obsequios de libros. Las familias pueden obtener más información sobre los recursos gratuitos de la biblioteca, inscribirse para obtener tarjetas de la biblioteca y participar para ganar premios. Preferiblemente registrarse antes del 20 de Abril. Envíe un correo electrónico a Melanie Hernández a hernandezm@oasd.org para registrarse o deja un mensaje de voz al 262-560-3158 con nombre, apellido, teléfono, y número de personas que asistirán


Hispanic and Spanish-speaking families are invited to explore the Oconomowoc Public Library during this free program in partnership with the Oconomowoc Area School District. Activities will include tours of the Library, crafts and storytime for kids, food, and book giveaways. Families can learn more about free Library resources, get signed up for library cards, and be entered to win door prizes. Registration is required, preferably before April 20. Email Melanie Hernandez at hernandezm@oasd.org to register or leave a voicemail at 262-560-3158 with first name, last name, phone number, and number of people attending.

BIRTH-PRESCHOOL (AGES 0-5)

Storytimes

No Storytimes on April 2 or 3.

Spring Storytimes end on April 24. 

Join us for stories, movement, and songs. No registration required.

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Morning Motion Storytime

Morning Motion
Tuesdays 
 9-9:30 am

Toddler Time Storytime

Toddler Time
Tuesdays & Wednesdays
10-10:30 am

Baby & Lapsit Storytime

Baby & Lapsit
Wednesdays
9-9:30 am

PreK Power

PreK Power
Wednesdays 
11-11:30 am

Shorehaven Storytime

Shorehaven Storytime

Friday, April 12 • 10-11 am 

Join the library in caring and sharing with our friends at Shorehaven! This intergenerational storytime features moving, shaking, singing, and reading, all in the spirit of being together in our community. 

Puppets & Play

Puppets & Play 

Saturday, April 13 • 10-11 am 

Stop by the Library for a puppet show, followed by open play and social time for little ones.

SCHOOL AGE (AGES 5-12)

Monday Makers

Monday Makers

Monday, April 1

Pick up a to-go bag and create a craft at home. Available while supplies last.

Kids' Kitchen

Kids' Kitchen - Eat the Rainbow

Wednesday, April 24 • 4-5 pm  

Enjoy fun stories, songs, and kitchen science while making new recipes. Children between the ages of 5-7 will require assistance from either an adult or older sibling. Adults do not need to register. 

Registration is Required

TWEEN (AGES 8-12)

SmACK (Smart, Awesome Cook Kids) at the Library

SmACK
(Smart, Awesome Cook Kids) at the Library

Monday, April 8 • 4-5 pm

SmACK is an after-school meetup for active kids who want to be involved at the Library and in their community. Each meeting features activities, snacks, volunteering, thoughtful discussions, and more.

Registration is Required
BeTween Time - Cake Decorating

BeTween Time - 100th Day Scavenger Hunt

Tuesday, April 9 • 4-5 pm

What time is it? BeTween time! A monthly, after-school meetup for ages 8-12, with a different activity planned each month. This month: It's the 100th day of 2024! Test your searching skills to see if you can find all 100 objects hidden around the Library. Prizes will be given for most objects found! 

Registration is Required

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