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May 2026 |
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Spend summer at your libraries! |
 | Tracks in the Stacks Bigfoot Hunt |
June 1 - August 21, 2026 |
Join the free hunt for friendly bigfoots hidden throughout Bridges Library System libraries this summer! Explore all 24 member libraries, find their library bigfoots, and collect footprints along the way. Enter to win prizes at every library you visit—that’s up to 24 chances to win! |
Get ready for the Bigfoot Hunt! |
| Summer Library Program |
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Make wonderful memories at your Bridges libraries all summer long!
Enjoy free fun for all ages, including reading challenges, animal encounters, comedy shows, dance instruction, creative activities, and more.
With exciting events and chances to earn prizes, the whole family will love spending summer around the libraries. |
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Bringing awareness to the Library Memory Project |
Angela Meyers, Coordinator of Youth and Inclusive Services at Bridges Library System, joined Sandy Maxx from WTMJ 620AM Radio to talk about The Library Memory Project! |
Listen to the Spotlight Interview |
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Mukwonago Book Festival |
Mukwonago Community Library |
Join this day-long festival that brings together local authors, readers, and book lovers for a vibrant celebration of the remarkable literary talent in our community. Sunday, May 17
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Book Festival event details |
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Waukesha on Tap |
Pewaukee Public Library |
Hear the exciting true story of how generations of Waukesha entrepreneurs turned the area’s pristine waters into the golden libations that quenched the thirst of the growing county and the growing tavern culture that grew alongside as well. Thursday, May 28
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Waukesha on Tap event details and registration |
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Wisconsin Birthday Hike |
Powers Memorial Library (Palmyra) |
In honor of Palmyra becoming an Ice Age Trail Community, the library is hosting a hike. Meet at the Horseriders' Campground for a 2.8 mile hike on the Blue Spring Lake segment to Tamarack Road. Then connect back to Horseriders' Campground. The elevation of the trail is a 4 and the challenge level is a 3.
Friday, May 29
9:30 am - 12:30 pm Hike event details |
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Upcoming Memory Cafés |
May 17: Spring Family Day • Dwight Foster Public Library (Fort Atkinson) May 18: Animal Ambassadors • Menomonee Falls Public Library May 27: Harvesting the Past • Waukesha Public Library June 5: Collage Art • Hartland Public Library June 8: Women in Aviation • Jefferson Public Library June 11: Hug A Horse • At Horse Power Healing Center in Eagle
An event by Alice Baker Memorial Library |
View the Memory Café Events Calendar |
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On The Shelf | |
Mental Health Awareness Month |
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Connect With Us! |
Follow us on social media for more fun stuff from your libraries. |
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