No matter what your age, it’s easy to participate in the library’s Summer Library Program! Track your reading and participate in activities to earn prizes.
Starting June 8, pick up a reading log at the library! The program runs through July 31.
HOW IT WORKS: Stop in during the program and track your summer reading with our reading logs to earn a variety of prizes, from passes to local attractions to raffle entries for a number of library giveaways.
KIDS & TEENS: pick up a reading log, a lanyard, a brag tag, and spin the prize wheel to get started! Then visit the library each week and collect brag tags and prizes. Completed reading logs earn you an adventure pass or a free book PLUS a chance to win a raffle basket.
ADULTS: fill out an entry form for each book that you read and be entered to win weekly prize drawings for Toppers Pizza! All entries go into the grand prize drawing for a Kindle Fire, provided by First English Lutheran Church – Whitewater! A special thank you to First English Lutheran Church and Toppers for sponsoring the adult prizes!
We would also like to thank Bridges Library System, Tanis Construction, the Whitewater Aquatic and Fitness Center, Springs Water Park, Little Amerricka, and Old World Wisconsin for their sponsorship.
We have a full calendar of FREE and FUN activities for all ages this summer! Check out the events below or click here to view our full summer calendar of activities!
We’re kicking off the Summer Reading Program with Mark Hayward: Yo-Yo Tricks & Comedy!
Come enjoy this high-energy show packed with comedy and amazing object manipulation. Using everything from yo-yos, spinning tops, and juggling gear! Mark brings a fun, witty performance that audiences of all ages can enjoy.
Monday, June 8th at 4:00 PM in Meeting Room 1
All Ages
Books & Blooms
Select Fridays at 3:30 p.m.
6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31
A garden storytime for all ages! Join Ms. Sarah for stories, songs, and a different garden or nature activity each week! Bring your own blanket or chair, if desired. Outside next to the library’s entrance.
Unlazy River
Thursday, June 11 at 3:30 p.m.
Bring your own floaties and cruise through our outdoor obstacle course. Sprinklers included!*
*Bring a towel and clothes that can get wet.
Family Jams with Noelle Larson
Saturdays, June 20 & July 11 at 10:30-11:45 a.m.
Kids and families are invited to explore world instruments in the “Instrument Lab,” dance and move to expressive music, and make music together at “Family Jams,” a memorable music & movement experience for the whole family.
Super Smash Bros. Tournament
Wednesday, June 17 at 3:00-5:00 p.m. Meeting Room 2.
Showcase your skills in the hit Switch game and compete for prizes.
Wildlife Education with Wildlife in Need Center
Monday, June 22 at 4:00 p.m. Meeting Room 1.
Learn about how the Wildlife in Need Center works to rehabilitate local Wisconsin wildlife! Participants will have the chance to meet one of the Animal Ambassadors.
Nostalgia Nights
1970s: Monday, June 22 at 5:30 p.m. in Meeting Room 1.
More info here.
1980s: Monday, July 13 at 5:30 p.m. in Meeting Room 1.
More info here.
For all ages! Feel free to dress for the decade and bring items to reminisce over.
Land Ho! Sea Shanty Music & Movement
Monday, June 29 at 3:30 p.m. in Meeting Room 1.
Ahoy, ye sea shanty lovers! Kids of all ages are invited to embark on a music and movement adventure to explore world instruments and sing, drum, and dance along with sea shanties. Bring your friends and relations and prepare to set sail for a memorable and engaging musical experience!
Bhangra in India: A Lively Farm Dance Adventure!
Monday, July 13 at 4:00 p.m. in Meeting Room 1.
Join a magical journey of the dances and stories of India. Explore an Indian farm in the state of Punjab to discover the fascinating tales and learn the very popular Bhangra Harvest Dance!
Tie-Dye Catapult
Thursday, July 16 at 11:00 a.m. in the Library Parking Lot.
Bring your own t-shirt to tie-dye with the help of the
Whitewater Police Department and our trusty catapult.
Puzzle Race
Tuesday, July 28 at 5:30-7:30 p.m. in Meeting Room 1.
Gather a team and race against others to complete a 500 piece puzzle the fastest. Teams can contain up to 4 members.
Cookbook Contest
Thursday, July 20 at 3:30 p.m. in Meeting Room 1
Make a delectable dish using a cookbook from our library! Eaters will taste and vote on their favorite!
For Young Children
Join us for Storytime every Wednesday morning at 9:30 a.m. on June 10-August 19!
Build a foundation for lifelong reading and learning with this fun storytime. Read some stories, sing some songs, and be a little silly with Miss Deana!
Ages 0-5
There is no cost or registration!
For Kids Ages 6-11
DIY Play-Doh
Monday, June 15 at 4:00 p.m. Meeting Room 1.
Learn how to make one of America’s favorite pastimes!
Registration preferred. Click here to register.
Born Learning Trail Meetup
Tuesday, June 16 at 9:30 a.m. at Starin Park.
Join us for a meet up at the Born Learning Trail! We will have fun with the trail activities, and a snack will be provided!
Seed Art
Thursday, June 18 at 3:00 p.m. Meeting Room 1.
Make a work of art with seeds and canvas!
Dino-Rama
Thursday, June 25 at 3:30 p.m. Meeting Room 1
Come and make dino dioramas at the library!
Flower Pot Painting
Thursday, July 9 at 3:30 p.m. in Meeting Room 1
Decorate a pot for your next plant! All supplies provided.
Build a Box Fort
Monday, July 20 at 4:00 p.m. in Meeting Room 1
We provide the boxes, you build the fort!
All ages welcome!
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Thursday, July 23 at 3:30 p.m. in Meeting Room 1
Do you ever wonder what your stuffies do at night? Bring them to the
library for a story and a bedtime snack and see what kind of trouble
they can get up to! Stuffies can be picked up on Friday morning starting
at 9:00 a.m.
Pet Cents
Monday, July 27 at 4:00 p.m. in Meeting Room 1
Have you ever wanted to own a dragon? How about a unicorn? Now’s your chance! Adopt a (pretend) pet and play Pet Cents, our live action game where pretend money gets you dragon food, vet visits, and more-if you know how to budget it.
For Teens
Karaoke
Enjoy some snacks, sip some soda (or water), and sing some songs!
Tuesday, June 9th at 3:00 PM in Meeting Room 1
Ages 12-18
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Join us for a series of three standalone summer adventures. First hour is reserved for character creation.
Wednesday, June 10 at 1:00 PM in Meeting Room 2
Ages 12-18
Make a Terrarium
We provide the supplies, you provide the green thumb. Build a living terrarium with us!
Tuesday, June 16 at 3:00 PM in Meeting Room 2
Ages 12-18
Artist Trading Cards
Tuesday, June 23 at 3:00 p.m. in Meeting Room 2
Create miniature works of art with the medium of your choice and then trade them with other artists!
Ages 12-18.
Bling a Book Cover!
Tuesday, June 30 at 3:00 p.m. in Meeting Room 2
You bring the book, we’ll bring the bling! Decorate a book cover with diamond art! *Library materials will not be harmed during this program*
Ages 12-18.
Registration required. Click here to register.
Junk Journaling
Tuesday, July 7 at 3:00 p.m. in Meeting Room 2
Turn trash into treasure and record your adventures with a junk journal! All supplies provided.
Ages 12-18.
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Tuesday, July 8 at 1:00 p.m. in Meeting Room 2
Join us for a series of three standalone summer adventures. First hour is reserved for character creation.
Ages 12-19.
Registration required. Click here to register.
Stuffed Animal Taxidermy
Tuesday, July 14 at 3:00 p.m. in Meeting Room 2
Stuffies make great wall trophies! All supplies provided for you to turn a beloved stuffie into a proud display.
Ages 12-18.
Boba Mixology with Idyllic Bubble Tea House
Tuesday, July 21 at 3:00 p.m. in Meeting Room 2
A hands-on experience where kids will explore the culture and history behind bubble tea while creating their own custom drink combinations. Participants will experiment with four unique tea bases, authentic premium toppings, and a variety of boba to design delicious, one-of-a-kind creations. For ages 12-18.
Miniature Book Making
Tuesday, July 28 at 3:00 p.m. in Meeting Room 2
We’re making itty bitty books! Come join us, all the cool kid are doing it.
Ages 12-18.
For Adults
Nurture Your Energy: Guided Journaling & Tarot for Summer
Thursday, June 11 at 6:00 p.m. in Meeting Room 2
Join intuitive guide, Katy Daixon Wimer, for an hour devoted to checking in with yourself and discovering juicy nuggets of your own wisdom. What to bring: A notebook, a pen, and an open heart.
FREE but space is limited. Click here to register.
Fiber Fridays
June 12 and July 10 at 5:00 p.m. in Meeting Room 2
Bring your own project or use our materials to create something new!
A sewing machine and some basic supplies and materials will be available. This is a time to create, relax, and have fun!
TED Democracy: Founding Futures Livestream
Saturday, June 13 at 12:00-1:30 PM, Meeting Room 1
We’re joining libraries across the country to livestream TED Democracy Philadelphia: Founding Futures, a powerful day of ideas designed to inform and inspire. Watch the first session of these original TED Talks with us. Stay for reflection and discussion. Be part of the conversation.
Magic Drafts
Mondays, June 8 and July 6 at 5:30-7:30 p.m. in Meeting Room 2.
Open up some free Magic: The Gathering boosters and compete for prizes.
For adults and teens. Registration required. Click here to register.
Library Garden Club
Tuesdays – 6/2, 6/16, 7/14, 8/4 @ 3:30 – 5:00 PM
Mondays – 6/29, 7/27, 8/17, 8/31 @ 9:00 – 11:00 AM
Join the Library Garden Club and help us work in the library’s gardens! Bring a trowel if possible. We will meet outside near the library’s entrance.
For adults and teens.
Intro to Dungeons & Dragons
Tuesdays, June 9 and July 7 at 5:30-7:00 p.m. in Meeting Room 2.
Take your first steps into a world of adventure and learn how to play the iconic tabletop game. Leave with a finished character to play.
For adults and teens. Registration required. Click here to register.
Makerspace 101: 3D Printing
Tuesdays, June 16 and July 14 at 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the Makerspace.
Learn everything you need to know about our 3D PRINTERs and get certified to use them for your own projects.
For adults and teens. Registration required. Click here to register.
The Tactics of Writing a Horror Story
Thursday, June 18 at 5:00-7:00 p.m. in Meeting Room 2.
Join writer Chris Welch for a look at the craft of writing stories that scare.
Ages 18 and up.
Makerspace 101: Cricut Maker
Tuesdays, June 23 and July 21 at 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the Makerspace.
Learn everything you need to know about our Cricut Maker and get certified to use it for your own projects.
For adults and teens. Registration required. Click here to register.
Pollinators and Your Garden
Thursday, June 25 at 5:30 p.m. in Meeting Room 2.
Join master gardener Ruth Flescher for an overview of pollinators and how to adapt your garden to support them.
Adult Dungeons & Dragons
Friday, June 26 at 4:00-8:00 p.m. in Meeting Room 2.
Join us a standalone summer adventure, White Plume Mountain. First hour is reserved for character creation.
For adults. Registration Required.
Click here to register.
Book Binding
Thursday, July 2 at 5:00-7:00 p.m. in Meeting Room 2.
Assemble and take home your own blank book from a few simple supplies.
Age 18 and up. Registration required.
Macrame Coasters
Thursday, July 9 at 5:00-7:00 p.m. in Meeting Room 2.
Get started with macrame through this simple craft. All supplies are provided.
Age 18 and up. Registration required.
Line Dancing
Thursday, July 16 at 6:00-7:00 p.m. – Meeting Room 1.
Join Terri Dellamaria for a dance class that will engage the brain and body. For age 18 and up.
Sip & Paint
Thursday, July 23 at 5:00-7:00 p.m. – Meeting Room 2.
Sip some tea and follow some step-by-step instructions with us to paint your own masterpiece. Age 18 and up.
Sea Glass Suncatchers
Thursday, July 30 at 5:00-7:00 p.m. – Meeting Room 2.
Transform sea glass into eye and sun catching decorations.
At the Library
Outdoor Scavenger Hunt
Starting June 8 in the Library Gardens
Participate in a nature-themed outdoor scavenger hunt! Can you find all of the critters throughout the library’s garden? Instructions will be located near the library’s entrance. There are also book recommendations!
Contact the library with event questions or accommodation requests at library@whitewater-wi.gov or 262-473-0530.