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Loki underwent a procedure on his eye on July 22, 2025. The procedure went well and he is recovering out of the spotlight. “Hi Friends! After I’m all healed up, I’m going to be retiring in September. I love my library friends so much, and I know you love me too, so I asked one of my best friends if she would step in and be the new library animal ambassador.Stop by the library between July 24 and August 9 to guess which animal she is!”
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A Peace of My Mind Series
August 1-31
The Library will display a gallery titled “A Peace of My Mind,” a traveling exhibit featuring the powerful words and images of the Wisconsin Uniters. The gallery showcases the work of photographer John Noltner, who captured images and sentiments of the public and Wisconsin Uniters. Each photo features a member with a quote about their hopes for the community. Uniting to prevent targeted violence is the goal of the Uniters, a diverse group of individuals willing to work together and create positive change in their area through a project facilitated by Urban Rural Action. |
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Join the Friends of the Library!
| The Friends of the Oconomowoc Public Library is a nonprofit group created to support the mission of the Oconomowoc Public Library by raising funds for the Library for special programs and purposes including Explore Passes, Loki’s care, and so much more.
Annual membership fees help support the Friends fundraising efforts and give members early access to book sales. |
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Programs & Events
Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public, but some may require registration. A waiting list is available if registration is full. |
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| Saturday, August 2 • 9-10 am | Meet up at Veterans Memorial Park for a walk down memory lane. Learn about the history of the settlers who founded Oconomowoc, the families who built the architectural jewels on our lakes, and our community that has thrived for more than 150 years! |
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| Monday, August 4 • 6-7 pm | Be inspired and put your own stories into words in a supportive and inclusive environment. Share your work, discuss writing techniques, and give and receive feedback from other writers. |
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| Monday, August 4 • 7-8 pm | Join us for the OPL's Reading Ramblers, a new read-anything walking book club. Chat about what you're reading and get ideas for what to read next, all while walking around Fowler Lake (~2 miles).
Meet on the library steps at 7 pm wearing comfortable walking shoes. We'll start walking toward Lac La Belle at 7:05. |
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| Wednesdays, August 6 & 20 • 12:30-2 pm | Enjoy bigger diamond painting fun, and conversation! Bring your own project to work on or choose from one the Library provides. Project design choices are first come, first served upon arrival. |
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| Wednesday, August 6 • 6-8 pm Thursday, August 7 • 9-11 am |
Learn how to paint with watercolors guided by step-by-step instructions. This month's theme: Turtles |
| Registration is Required |
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| Monday, August 11 • 6-8 PM | Ever wonder how you could share your creative side with the rest of the community? Join our monthly bookmark-making bonanza! Make one (or more) to give away to patrons at the library and one to take home!
Supplies provided but feel free to bring your own paper arts and ribbon supplies to embellish! |
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| Thursdays, August 14 & 28 • 6-7:45 PM | Bring your project and make new friends! All fiber arts are welcome–crochet, knit, cross-stitch, weaving, latch-hooking, and more! |
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| Wednesday, August 20 • 6-8 pm Thursday, August 21 • 9-11 am |
Learn how to paint with step-by-step instructions. This month's painting: TBD |
| Registration is Required |
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| Saturday, August 23 • 8 am-12 pm |
Stop by the Library stand at the Farmers Market for a craft and to see what's new at the Library! |
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Sign up to receive age-specific book lists, news, and event emails.
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