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December 2025

Events for Adults
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Coping Through Stress with Journaling

Wednesday, December 3 • 6–7 pm


Join Waukesha County Public Heath Educator Dan Michaels to learn about the benefits of developing a journaling habit, especially in times of stress. Registration required.

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Hands-On Holidays


Saturday, December 6 • 10 am–12 pm


Visit a variety of holiday crafting stations with all supplies provided for adults, teens, and kids to make gifts to share.

Gingerbread cookies with baking tools on a gray surface next to text reading ‘Cookie Walk Fundraiser.

Cookie Walk Fundraiser


Saturday, December 13 • 9:30 am–12 pm


Choose from a variety of delicious holiday treats sold by the pound! Proceeds benefit the Friends of Oconomowoc Public Library.

Sign that says "Sorry we're closed but still awesome."

Library Closings

The Library building will closed:

  • Closed December 24–25

  • Closed December 31–January 1

Our online resources are always available.

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.


View the full calendar, or keep reading for this month's adult events!

Writing Group

Monday, December 1 • 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.

Person writing in a notebook.

Rembrandt

Tuesday, December 2 • 6–7:30 pm


All painting deals with light, but only Rembrandt’s works radiate a mystic aura. His art illuminates darkness and lifts us to a spiritual height. Explore the life and legacy of one of history’s greatest artists, Rembrandt van Rijn, with Professor Karri Fritz-Klaus from the Cornerstone History Symposium.

Painting of a stormy sea with a boat and figures, overlaid with text ‘Rembrandt Cornerstone Art History Lecture.’

Bookmark Makers

Monday, December 8 • 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!

Three handmade bookmarks.

Diamond Drop-In

Wednesday, December 10 • 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.

Blue diamond painting.

Watercolor Wonders

Wednesday, December 10 • 6–8 pm Thursday, December 11 • 9–11 am


Learn to paint with watercolor paints guided by step-by-step instructions.


This month: Autumn Wreath



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Watercolor painting.

Assistance for Job Seekers

Thursday, December 11 • 11 am–1 pm


Looking for your first job? We can help you get started. Learn how to find job openings, write a resume that stands out, prepare for interviews, build computer skills, explore training opportunities, and even file for Unemployment Insurance if needed. Registration required.


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Flyer for WOW County Job Center Satellite Service at Oconomowoc Public Library with job seeker resources and event details.

Fiber Arts Circle 

Thursday, December 11 • 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!

Yarn, needles, and other fiber arts tools and materials.

Thriller Book Club

Monday, December 15 • 6–7 pm


Join us as we discuss a new thriller each month. This month's book: Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera.


"What would you do if you thought you murdered your best friend? And if everyone else thinks so too? What if the truth doesn't matter? As Lucy Chase's Texas hometown begins to tell versions of what happened and who Lucy is to a nationwide, true crime obsessed audience, at the bequest of her grandmother, she returns to the place she vowed never to set foot in again to solve her friend's murder, even if she is the one that did it."


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Red Cross Blood Drive

Friday, December 26 • 9 am–3 pm

Call (800) RED-CROSS (800-733-2767) to schedule an appointment. 


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Close-up of an arm donating blood with a grip device, under bold red banner reading ‘Blood Drive.’
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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, Clementine'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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