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Klimt

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Spaulding Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, History & Genealogy
Event Details:

The era of Belle Époque Vienna, home and times of Gustav Klimt, proved to be the cradle for what was the best and worst in the early days of the 20th Century.

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Magazine Giveaway

All Day 1/19 - 1/25
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Stop by the lobby and browse our table of FREE past-issue magazines. Take home your favorites and enjoy some great reads. The table will be restocked daily, so check back often for new titles.

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1893 World's Columbian Exposition Talk with Jason Rehorst

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Lyke Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Did you know that Oconomowoc has deep ties to one of the largest spectacles in American history? Join us for a new talk on the 1893 Columbian Exposition World's Fair held in Chicago by Jason Rehorst.

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Community Helpers Storytime - Dentists

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Lyke Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Let's learn about the people who help make our city a great place to live through books, songs, and rhymes! Our special guest, Dr. Jamie Mandigo, will share about her job as a dentist, how she serves our community, and some stories. Ages 0-5.

Shorehaven Storytime

Shorehaven Storytime

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Shorehaven
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

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. Ages 0-5.

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Monster Jam Reading Challenge

All Day 12/1–1/31
Children
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Reading Challenges
Event Details:

December 1-January 31 • Ages 2-12

Disney on Ice Reading Challenge

All Day 12/8–2/16
Children
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Reading Challenges
Event Details:

December 8-February 16 • Ages 2-12

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All Day 12/31–1/1
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LEGO Club

10:00am–12:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Lyke Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Build, challenge, and create at our monthly LEGO Club! Use the library’s abundance of LEGOs to try out a special building challenge, complete STEM projects, or just use your imagination to build with friends and family. 

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public.

Library I Spy

All Day
Children
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Pick up a scavenger hunt sheet anytime this month and keep a sharp eye out for hidden pictures throughout the Children's Area. Ages 5-12.

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public.

Writing Group

6:00pm–7:45pm
Adults
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Spaulding Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Group
Event Details:

Be inspired and put your own stories into words in a supportive and inclusive environment. Bring your notebook or laptop and develop your writing practice.

Tea provided, and feel free to bring a snack to share. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public.

Klimt

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Spaulding Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, History & Genealogy
Event Details:

The era of Belle Époque Vienna, home and times of Gustav Klimt, proved to be the cradle for what was the best and worst in the early days of the 20th Century.

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public.

Watercolor Wonders

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Lyke Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn watercolor painting skills with step-by-step instructions. All supplies are provided.

This Month: Winter Landscape

Registration opens November 5, 2025 at 8AM

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public.

Watercolor Wonders

9:00am–11:00am
Adults
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Lyke Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn watercolor painting skills with step-by-step instructions. All supplies are provided.

This Month: Winter Landscape

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public.

Assistance for Job Seekers

11:00am–11:30am
Teens, Adults
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Study Room 2
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Technology Help
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for a job or wanting to boost your career skills?

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public.

Assistance for Job Seekers

11:30am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Study Room 2
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Technology Help
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for a job or wanting to boost your career skills?

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public.

Assistance for Job Seekers

12:00pm–12:30pm
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Study Room 2
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Technology Help
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for a job or wanting to boost your career skills?

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public.

Assistance for Job Seekers

12:30pm–1:00pm
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Study Room 2
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Technology Help
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for a job or wanting to boost your career skills?

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public.

Fiber Arts Circle

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Spaulding Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public.

Monday Makers

All Day
Children
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Pick up a to-go bag and create a craft at home. Available while supplies last. Ages 5-12.

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public.

BeTween Time

4:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Lyke Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Games & Fun
Registration Required
Event Details:

What time is it? BeTween time! A monthly, after-school meetup for ages 8-12, with a different activity planned each month.

This month: Make your own puzzle!

Ages 8-12. Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public.

Papercraft Party

6:00pm–8:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Spaulding Conference Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Looking for the perfect card for a special occasion?
Or maybe you’d love to create unique bookmarks for yourself—or to share at the library?

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public.

Homeschool @ the Library

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Tweens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Lyke Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Homeschool families are invited to gather for a special lesson. Best for ages 8-12. Children ages 5-7 will require assistance from either an adult or older sibling. Registration is required for each student. 

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public.

Curiosity Club - How Far Will it Fly?

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Lyke Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Activities, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Some after-school science fun! Enjoy some interesting STEAM-based activities and learn how they work. 

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public.

"Book Club" Book Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Spaulding Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join our new monthly "book club" book club. This year the picks start with Reese Witherspoon's Book Club list. 

January-Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public.

Laughter Yoga

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Lyke Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellbeing
Registration Required
Event Details:

You may have heard about the health benefits of laughter including stress reduction, improved oxygen intake, boosted immune system and others. However, is there enough humor around us to get enough laughter throughout the day? 

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public.

"Book Club" Book Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Spaulding Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join our new monthly book club. The picks will be taken from Reese Witherspoon's Book Club list. 

January-Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public.

Teen Pokemon Club!

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Lyke Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun
Event Details:

Gotta catch 'em all -- at the library! 

Join us for Pokémon Club! Teens will be able to trade Pokémon cards, watch some Pokémon, learn how to play the TCG, and get to know other teens who love Pokémon.  

Ages 12-18. 

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public.

Stuffed Animal Sleepover!

1:00pm–3:00pm
Children
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oconomowoc Public Library
Room: Lyke Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun
Registration Required
Event Details:

Give your stuffed animal a night of wonder and adventure at the library! Kids can drop off a stuffed animal of their choice and learn about their adventures the next day.

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public.