The Library will be closed on Monday, May 30 in observance of Memorial Day. We are thankful for the bravery and sacrifice of the national heroes who fought for this country. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten.
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Recipes from Chef Pam
Our Kitchen Celebration was so much fun! Thanks to Chef Pams Kitchen for the lesson and the SAMPLES! Now go try out Chef Pam’s Recipes for Mushroom Ragout Bruschetta and Caramelized Onion & Goat Cheese Bruschetta at home. Happy cooking!
Oceans of Possibilities – Summer Library Program
If you’d like to get a sneak peek at events for this year’s Summer Library Program, take a look at our Kids/Teen schedule and our Adult schedule. Every age can participate and enjoy special events all summer long. Registration starts online June 1. More information will be coming. Stay tuned!
It’s time to switch to Libby…
Attention Overdrive users! If you haven’t switched to Libby yet, the time is now! The Overdrive App has been removed from all app stores and will be completely retired later this year. Everyone is encouraged to switch to Libby as soon as possible. See our brochure or call our Reference Desk with any questions. We think you’re going to LOVE using Libby. Libby is available (for free!) from the Apple App Store, Google Play, and the Microsoft Store.
Food & Beverages in the Library
Help us keep the Library clean! Starting Monday, February 21, food and beverages will no longer be allowed in the Children’s Department or the Teen Zone. As always, the computer areas in the building are also food and beverage free zones. Thank you for understanding.
You can make your own Compassion Kit!
The Library is no longer giving away Compassion Kits, but the instructions are available here if you’d like to assemble one on your own. There are instructions for adults, teens, preschool through 2nd grade, 3rd through 6th grade, and Spanish instructions for families. We hope you find them useful.
Thank you, Friends!
The Friends of Waukesha Public Library have graciously committed to donating $125,000 to the major renovation currently taking place inside Waukesha Public Library. This includes naming rights to our new public service desk and one of the conference rooms on the first floor. (Official names still to come!) According to Terry Carpenter, President of the Friends, “Delivering this first installment to the Library renovation is very satisfying for the members of the board. We wholeheartedly thank our members for their donations and support over the years to make this possible.”
From left to right are Board members: Cynthia Deatrick, Mike Caruss, Janet O’Brien, Tammy Bowen-Dixon, Terry Carpenter, Dawn Borowski, Larry Nelson, Bruce Gay, and Margo J.
Anyone feel like a burger?
We invite you to dine at Culver’s to help raise money for the Friends of Waukesha Public Library! Culver’s will donate 10% of all curbside, drive-thru, and inside orders at the Main Street location (near Woodman’s). Treat yourself to dinner or dessert! All the fundraisers will be from 5:00-8:00 PM. Dates are below:
- August 18, 2021
- September 15, 2021
- October 20, 2021
- November 17, 2021
- December 15, 2021
- January 19, 2022
- February 16, 2022
- March 16, 2022
- April 18, 2022
- May 20, 2022
Masks
Per our Library Board, masks are highly recommended while in the Library. If you need a mask, you may ask for one at any service desk.
AmazonSmile is now part of the Amazon app
Shopping for a gift? You can also help benefit the Friends of Waukesha Public Library while finding something great for your friend! Amazon has added the AmazonSmile feature to their mobile app.
Here’s How it works:
- Open the Amazon App on your mobile device
- From the main menu, tap on “AmazonSmile” within Programs & Features
- Select “Friends of Waukesha Public Library” as your charity
- Follow the on-screen instructions to activate
Happy Shopping!