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August 2025

It's Back-to-School Season

Your libraries are here to support learners of every age and level!

Whether you're learning your ABCs, tackling college courses, or picking up new skills as a lifelong learner, your library has the resources and tools just for you!

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Reading Riches

Libraries offer something for everyone to read! Books, ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, newspapers, comics, manga, archives, and more! Browse the catalog, or read and listen on the Libby app!

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Homework Help

Get the support you need to make homework a breeze. Use meeting rooms for study sessions, dive into research with BadgerLink resources, and get book recommendations on NoveList. Need guidance? Library staff are always eager to help!

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Tech Tools

Unlock a world of digital possibilities at your libraries. Access computers and laptops, WiFi, hotspots, and printers. Enhance your learning and creativity with STEM Kits and Makerspaces!

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Limitless Learning

Never stop learning at your library! Access free online courses from Udemy to expand your knowledge. Try something new by borrowing items from the Library of Things. Check out engaging library programs for learners of all ages and interests.

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Final weeks to play!

Journey of Dragons: A Library Challenge Ends August 29

There are still a couple weeks left to play the game! Join a party of adventurers on a legendary journey to the 22 participating member library locations in Waukesha and Jefferson counties. All entry forms submitted in June and July will roll over for August's drawing.

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The July winners are:

• Barbara T. – Stagecoach Inn Supper Club Gift Card

• Rachel T. - Go! Game & Calendar Store Gift Card
• Grayson A. - Martha Merrell’s Books & Toys Gift Card
• Kathleen R. - Sunset Playhouse Gift Card

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Around the Libraries

Forge new friendships while enjoying activities at the library!

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Fiber Arts

Powers Memorial Library (Palmyra)

Learn to crochet, or chat while you work on your own fiber project every Friday at the library. Knitters, weavers, spinners, and other creators of any level are welcome! 

Friday, August 22
1:00 -3:00 pm

Learn more

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Mocktails & Movies: Wonka

Delafield Public Library

Enjoy an evening of film and delightful non-alcoholic beverages! The night will begin with a how-to for the Wonka-themed drink with mixology enthusiast A.J. Beck and then settle in to watch a fun flick!

Saturday, August 23
7:00 - 9:30 pm
Learn more and register

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Silent Book Club

Watertown Public Library

No one to tell you what to read. No deadlines. No book reports.
Just reading what you like around other people on the last Tuesday of each month at the library! Enjoy a low key theme each time to keep folks coming back.

Tuesday, August 26
6:00 - 7:15 pm
Learn more

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Coffee Chats

New Berlin Public Library

Join New Berlin Public Library every Thursday for coffee and games in the Study Zone on the 2nd floor. Intended for adults, though all are welcome to join these drop-in, casual game sessions!

Thursday, August 28
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Learn more

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Upcoming Memory Cafés

  • Aug. 27: Fishing • Watertown Public Library

  • Aug. 27: Saddle Up for Smiles • Waukesha Public Library
    With Sawdust, the miniature therapy horse

  • Sept. 5: Bingo! • Town Hall Library, North Lake

  • Sept. 8: Family Treasures • Dwight Foster Public Library, Fort Atkinson

  • Sept. 11: Old-Fashioned Career Day • Mukwonago Community Library

  • Sept. 15: Back to School • Pauline Haass Public Library, Sussex

Memory Café Events

Registration open for Library Memory Project's Fall Family Day on Sunday, September 28, 2025. Open house from 1-4 p.m. Free admission at Retzer Nature Center.

Fall Family Day

Sunday, September 28

Open House: 1:00 - 4:00 pm

Retzer Nature Center, Waukesha

We invite those living with memory loss, their care partners and families (grandkids, too), to attend our free family-friendly outing. 

• Planetarium Shows
• Art Project
• Animal Education
• Bingo & Music
• Accessible Trails
• Refreshments

Learn more and register

On The Shelf

Read a Romance Month

Cover art for "Say You'll Remember Me"

Say You'll Remember Me

by Abby Jimenez

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When Javi Dumped Mari
by Mia Sosa

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A Tropical Rebel Gets the Duke

by Adriana Herrera

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Grimstone

by Sophie Lark

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The Keeper of Lonely Spirits

by E. M. Anderson

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Single Player: A Novel

by Tara Tai

Find Your Library

Jefferson County

Dwight Foster Public Library (Fort Atkinson)
Jefferson Public Library

Johnson Creek Public Library

Karl Junginger Memorial Library (Waterloo)
L.D. Fargo Public Library (Lake Mills)
Powers Memorial Library (Palmyra)
Watertown Public Library

Whitewater Public Library


Waukesha County

Alice Baker Library (Eagle)
Big Bend Public Library
Brookfield Public Library
Butler Public Library
Delafield Public Library
Elm Grove Public Library
Hartland Public Library
Menomonee Falls Public Library
Mukwonago Community Library
Muskego Public Library
New Berlin Public Library
Oconomowoc Public Library
Pauline Haass Public Library (Sussex)
Pewaukee Public Library
Town Hall Library (North Lake)
Waukesha Public Library

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Waukesha, Wisconsin 53186
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