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Apr. 28
Harry Potter Escape Room Kit
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Monday, April 1, 2024 to Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Summary:
Calling all Harry Potter tween and teen fans! Escape room kits centered around the popular series are available for pickup at the Reference Desk all month long! For ages 11-17; 1 kit per person, but can be played with 1-4 people.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Harry Potter Escape Room Kit
Apr. 29
Harry Potter Escape Room Kit
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Monday, April 1, 2024 to Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Summary:
Calling all Harry Potter tween and teen fans! Escape room kits centered around the popular series are available for pickup at the Reference Desk all month long! For ages 11-17; 1 kit per person, but can be played with 1-4 people.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Harry Potter Escape Room Kit
Library Kids Club
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Monday, April 29, 2024 from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Summary:
Calling all Kindergarten through 5th graders!! Join us in the Programming Room in the TalkReadPlay Center every other Monday at 3:30pm for some fun at the Library Kids Club! We will play games, read books, make some crafts or do a STEAM challenge with our friends. No registration needed, just come by for some fun at the library geared just for our elementary age friends! Bi-weekly programs run January 8 through May 13 this winter and spring.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Library Kids Club
Hooks & Needles
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Monday, April 29, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Summary:
Every Monday knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are invited to work on current projects in a friendly atmosphere. Instruction will be provided if this is a new skill for you! Just bring your hooks or needles - yarn will be provided!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Hooks & Needles
Apr. 30
Harry Potter Escape Room Kit
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Monday, April 1, 2024 to Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Summary:
Calling all Harry Potter tween and teen fans! Escape room kits centered around the popular series are available for pickup at the Reference Desk all month long! For ages 11-17; 1 kit per person, but can be played with 1-4 people.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Harry Potter Escape Room Kit
Little University Storytime
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, April 30, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Summary:
Join Miss Tina this winter and spring for Little University Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday for great books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, music & movement! Storytime is the same theme each week so come whichever day works best for your schedule.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Little University Storytime
STEAM Team
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, April 30, 2024 from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Summary:
Every Tuesday our elementary age friends (grades 4K-5th) are invited to join us in the TalkReadPlay Center programming room for some S.T.E.A.M. Team challenges and fun with Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
STEAM Team
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Tech Tutor
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 01, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Summary:
Do you have specific questions about your smartphone, tablet, or laptop? Make an appointment with the Tech Tutor to help answer you specific questions. Tech Tutor cannot help set up your device however. Please have any needed passwords with you if you think you will need to download an app.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Tech Tutor
2
Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Baby Bounce
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Thursday, May 02, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 9:45 AM
Summary:
Join Miss Tina every week this winter and spring for songs, rhymes, fingerplays, books, bubbles, free play and more! Programs are geared towards children ages 0-2 and older siblings are always welcome!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Baby Bounce
Little University Storytime
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Thursday, May 02, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Summary:
Join Miss Tina this winter and spring for Little University Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday for great books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, music & movement! Storytime is the same theme each week so come whichever day works best for your schedule.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Little University Storytime
WorkSmart Career Services
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Thursday, May 02, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Summary:
Are you an adult who wants to go to college, but needs help?? Each week, a representative from the WorkSmart Network will be at the library and available for drop-in meetings to explore the program's services and your eligibility. WorkSmart offers financial assistance with college tuition and fees; career exploration and job search strategies; resume and cover letter assistance and more! Eligible adults include dislocated workers, Veterans and those who meet income eligibility requirements.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
WorkSmart Career Services
Reading with Rover
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Thursday, May 02, 2024 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Summary:
Children can improve their reading skills and make a new, furry, four-legged friend by reading aloud to a licensed therapy dog! No registration is necessary, just drop in for some one-on-one time with a canine friend!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Reading with Rover
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Kindergarten Ready!
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Friday, May 03, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Summary:
Stop by the Creative Zone in the TalkReadPlay Center each week with your preschoolers for a variety of Kindergarten Readiness activities to help your kiddo work on skills to get them ready for Kindergarten! This is a drop in weekly program from 10am-2pm specifically for preschool kids. There will be a variety of activities to participate in and it's a great time to work with your preschoolers to help them prepare for their start to school!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Kindergarten Ready!
4
Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
5
Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
6
Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Friends of the Library Meeting
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Monday, May 06, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Summary:
If you are interested in learning about Friends and how to get involved, you are invited to join in the monthly meeting in the Makerspace!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Friends of the Library Meeting
Hooks & Needles
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Monday, May 06, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Summary:
Every Monday knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are invited to work on current projects in a friendly atmosphere. Instruction will be provided if this is a new skill for you! Just bring your hooks or needles - yarn will be provided!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Hooks & Needles
Friends of the Watertown Public Library Monthly Meeting
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Monday, May 06, 2024 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Summary:
Friends of the Watertown Public Library Monthly Meeting
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Friends of the Watertown Public Library Monthl...
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Little University Storytime
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, May 07, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Summary:
Join Miss Tina this winter and spring for Little University Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday for great books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, music & movement! Storytime is the same theme each week so come whichever day works best for your schedule.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Little University Storytime
STEAM Team
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, May 07, 2024 from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Summary:
Every Tuesday our elementary age friends (grades 4K-5th) are invited to join us in the TalkReadPlay Center programming room for some S.T.E.A.M. Team challenges and fun with Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
STEAM Team
Paper Arts Club
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, May 07, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Summary:
If you are someone who enjoys scrapbooking, cardmaking, using the Cricut or anything else "paper arts" related, then our Paper Arts Club is for you! This group will meet the first and third Tuesday of each month in our Makerspace. Bring a project to work on or get a new idea for someone else!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Paper Arts Club
8
Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Games Club
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 08, 2024 from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Summary:
Come enjoy a new program celebrating games! Board games, card games, BINGO and more! We will have different kinds of games every other week this winter and spring in the TalkReadPlay Program Room for elementary age kids to enjoy. No registration required, just drop in and bring a friend!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Games Club
Tech Tutor
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 08, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Summary:
Do you have specific questions about your smartphone, tablet, or laptop? Make an appointment with the Tech Tutor to help answer you specific questions. Tech Tutor cannot help set up your device however. Please have any needed passwords with you if you think you will need to download an app.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Tech Tutor
9
Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Baby Bounce
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Thursday, May 09, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 9:45 AM
Summary:
Join Miss Tina every week this winter and spring for songs, rhymes, fingerplays, books, bubbles, free play and more! Programs are geared towards children ages 0-2 and older siblings are always welcome!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Baby Bounce
Little University Storytime
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Thursday, May 09, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Summary:
Join Miss Tina this winter and spring for Little University Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday for great books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, music & movement! Storytime is the same theme each week so come whichever day works best for your schedule.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Little University Storytime
WorkSmart Career Services
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Thursday, May 09, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Summary:
Are you an adult who wants to go to college, but needs help?? Each week, a representative from the WorkSmart Network will be at the library and available for drop-in meetings to explore the program's services and your eligibility. WorkSmart offers financial assistance with college tuition and fees; career exploration and job search strategies; resume and cover letter assistance and more! Eligible adults include dislocated workers, Veterans and those who meet income eligibility requirements.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
WorkSmart Career Services
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Thursday, May 09, 2024 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Summary:
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
10
Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Kindergarten Ready!
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Friday, May 10, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Summary:
Stop by the Creative Zone in the TalkReadPlay Center each week with your preschoolers for a variety of Kindergarten Readiness activities to help your kiddo work on skills to get them ready for Kindergarten! This is a drop in weekly program from 10am-2pm specifically for preschool kids. There will be a variety of activities to participate in and it's a great time to work with your preschoolers to help them prepare for their start to school!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Kindergarten Ready!
11
Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Read Rhyme Rhythm
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Summary:
Get ready to dance this all winter and spring with sessions of Read, Rhyme, Rhythm storytimes with Beth Mueller, educator and dance instructor! Children will listen to stories and recreate the movements of book characters through movement and dance. Ages 3-5 in the TalkReadPlay Programming Room.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Read Rhyme Rhythm
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
13
Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Bookworms Book Club
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Monday, May 13, 2024 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Summary:
We're teaming up with the Watertown Senior Center for a book club! Join the Bookworms Book Club the second Monday of each month at the Senior Center (514 S. 1st St.) at 1:00 pm. Upcoming selections include:
  • May 13 - Washington Black by Esi Edugyan
  • June 10 - The Red Tent by Anita Diamant

URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Bookworms Book Club
Library Kids Club
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Monday, May 13, 2024 from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Summary:
Calling all Kindergarten through 5th graders!! Join us in the Programming Room in the TalkReadPlay Center every other Monday at 3:30pm for some fun at the Library Kids Club! We will play games, read books, make some crafts or do a STEAM challenge with our friends. No registration needed, just come by for some fun at the library geared just for our elementary age friends! Bi-weekly programs run January 8 through May 13 this winter and spring.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Library Kids Club
Hooks & Needles
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Monday, May 13, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Summary:
Every Monday knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are invited to work on current projects in a friendly atmosphere. Instruction will be provided if this is a new skill for you! Just bring your hooks or needles - yarn will be provided!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Hooks & Needles
Cinema Club
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Monday, May 13, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Summary:

Cinema buffs are invited to join us in watching a movie each month at Cinema Club! Each month has a theme, and we email a poll monthly so the group can vote on what we'll be watching! If you want to get on the email list contact Jamie at jhernandez@watertownpubliclibrary.org.


URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Cinema Club
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Little University Storytime
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Summary:
Join Miss Tina this winter and spring for Little University Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday for great books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, music & movement! Storytime is the same theme each week so come whichever day works best for your schedule.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Little University Storytime
Homeschool Tuesdays
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Summary:
We are excited to offer a fun and educational program just for our Homeschool families monthly throughout the school year! Registration is required for the program and these programs are geared toward families homeschooling in the preschool and elementary school ages.

**Upcoming Programs:

May 14: End of Year Games Day!

**Monthly program plans subject to change.

URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Homeschool Tuesdays
STEAM Team
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Summary:
Every Tuesday our elementary age friends (grades 4K-5th) are invited to join us in the TalkReadPlay Center programming room for some S.T.E.A.M. Team challenges and fun with Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
STEAM Team
Smash Bros Tournament
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Summary:
Come join us for the first ever Super Smash Bros Tournament located in the community Room.
Ages 17+

URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Smash Bros Tournament
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Tech Tutor
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Summary:
Do you have specific questions about your smartphone, tablet, or laptop? Make an appointment with the Tech Tutor to help answer you specific questions. Tech Tutor cannot help set up your device however. Please have any needed passwords with you if you think you will need to download an app.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Tech Tutor
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Baby Bounce
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Thursday, May 16, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 9:45 AM
Summary:
Join Miss Tina every week this winter and spring for songs, rhymes, fingerplays, books, bubbles, free play and more! Programs are geared towards children ages 0-2 and older siblings are always welcome!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Baby Bounce
Little University Storytime
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Thursday, May 16, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Summary:
Join Miss Tina this winter and spring for Little University Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday for great books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, music & movement! Storytime is the same theme each week so come whichever day works best for your schedule.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Little University Storytime
WorkSmart Career Services
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Thursday, May 16, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Summary:
Are you an adult who wants to go to college, but needs help?? Each week, a representative from the WorkSmart Network will be at the library and available for drop-in meetings to explore the program's services and your eligibility. WorkSmart offers financial assistance with college tuition and fees; career exploration and job search strategies; resume and cover letter assistance and more! Eligible adults include dislocated workers, Veterans and those who meet income eligibility requirements.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
WorkSmart Career Services
Reading with Rover
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Thursday, May 16, 2024 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Summary:
Children can improve their reading skills and make a new, furry, four-legged friend by reading aloud to a licensed therapy dog! No registration is necessary, just drop in for some one-on-one time with a canine friend!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Reading with Rover
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Kindergarten Ready!
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Friday, May 17, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Summary:
Stop by the Creative Zone in the TalkReadPlay Center each week with your preschoolers for a variety of Kindergarten Readiness activities to help your kiddo work on skills to get them ready for Kindergarten! This is a drop in weekly program from 10am-2pm specifically for preschool kids. There will be a variety of activities to participate in and it's a great time to work with your preschoolers to help them prepare for their start to school!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Kindergarten Ready!
Show & Tell Book Club
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Friday, May 17, 2024 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Summary:
The Show & Tell Book Club is for anyone who loves to read what THEY want to read! In this book club we will not have an assigned book to talk about - we will just trade book recommendations and talk about whatever we've been reading recently. Socialize with fellow book lovers in a fun, casual environment! This book club will meet every other month.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Show & Tell Book Club
Teen Mario Kart
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Friday, May 17, 2024 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Summary:
Come join us for one of our first events using the Nintendo Switch! We will be hosting a Mario Kart Tournament in the community room for teens and tweens. Prizes for the top racers will be available. Event for ages 11-17.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Teen Mario Kart
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Hooks & Needles
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Monday, May 20, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Summary:
Every Monday knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are invited to work on current projects in a friendly atmosphere. Instruction will be provided if this is a new skill for you! Just bring your hooks or needles - yarn will be provided!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Hooks & Needles
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
STEAM Team
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Summary:
Every Tuesday our elementary age friends (grades 4K-5th) are invited to join us in the TalkReadPlay Center programming room for some S.T.E.A.M. Team challenges and fun with Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
STEAM Team
Paper Arts Club
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Summary:
If you are someone who enjoys scrapbooking, cardmaking, using the Cricut or anything else "paper arts" related, then our Paper Arts Club is for you! This group will meet the first and third Tuesday of each month in our Makerspace. Bring a project to work on or get a new idea for someone else!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Paper Arts Club
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Games Club
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Summary:
Come enjoy a new program celebrating games! Board games, card games, BINGO and more! We will have different kinds of games every other week this winter and spring in the TalkReadPlay Program Room for elementary age kids to enjoy. No registration required, just drop in and bring a friend!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Games Club
Tech Tutor
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Summary:
Do you have specific questions about your smartphone, tablet, or laptop? Make an appointment with the Tech Tutor to help answer you specific questions. Tech Tutor cannot help set up your device however. Please have any needed passwords with you if you think you will need to download an app.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Tech Tutor
Author Open Reading
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Summary:
The Watertown Public Library is celebrating local authors by hosting its second annual Open Reading on Wednesday, May 22 at 6:00 pm. Authors of all ages have a chance to read an original piece of writing to a live audience - what an incredible experience! Refreshments will be served, courtesy of Friends of the Library.
To participate, authors should email their name and a copy of the piece they wish to perform to jhernandez@watertownpubliclibrary.org. We will use this to determine the order of the program. Pieces should be no longer than 10 minutes in length.
Questions should be directed to Jamie at (920) 545-2326.

URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Author Open Reading
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
WorkSmart Career Services
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Thursday, May 23, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Summary:
Are you an adult who wants to go to college, but needs help?? Each week, a representative from the WorkSmart Network will be at the library and available for drop-in meetings to explore the program's services and your eligibility. WorkSmart offers financial assistance with college tuition and fees; career exploration and job search strategies; resume and cover letter assistance and more! Eligible adults include dislocated workers, Veterans and those who meet income eligibility requirements.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
WorkSmart Career Services
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Kindergarten Ready!
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Friday, May 24, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Summary:
Stop by the Creative Zone in the TalkReadPlay Center each week with your preschoolers for a variety of Kindergarten Readiness activities to help your kiddo work on skills to get them ready for Kindergarten! This is a drop in weekly program from 10am-2pm specifically for preschool kids. There will be a variety of activities to participate in and it's a great time to work with your preschoolers to help them prepare for their start to school!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Kindergarten Ready!
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Family Yoga
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Saturday, May 25, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Summary:
Family Yoga is a great way to connect with your family, move your bodies, and have some fun... and we're excited to again offer this wonderful family program on Saturdays each month this winter and spring! Join yoga instructors from the Lake Mills Yoga Co-Op in the Library Community Room for these special family yoga programs!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Family Yoga
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Hooks & Needles
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Monday, May 27, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Summary:
Every Monday knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are invited to work on current projects in a friendly atmosphere. Instruction will be provided if this is a new skill for you! Just bring your hooks or needles - yarn will be provided!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Hooks & Needles
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Badger Talk: Leading the Band
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, May 28, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Summary:
Dr. Pompey talks about his experiences leading the famed UW-Marching Band, as well as what it is like to succeed the legendary Mike Leckrone. Dr. Pompey gives an inside look into the beloved organization that has been sharing music with the people of Wisconsin since 1885. This event is part of the Badger Talks program, which extends the resources of UW-Madison to citizens throughout the state.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Badger Talk: Leading the Band
Jewelry Making for Beginners
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, May 28, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Summary:
Jewelry Making for Beginners
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Jewelry Making for Beginners
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Bookies Book Club
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Summary:

The Bookies Book Club meets the last Wednesday of each month at 6:00 pm. All adults are welcome to join! Title selections for the first half of the year include:

  • January: The Color Purple by Alice Walker
  • February: Commonwealth by Ann Patchett
  • March: Where I Can't Follow by Ashley Blooms
  • April: The Nick Adams Stories by Ernest Hemingway
  • May: No Two Persons by Erica Bauermeister
  • June: West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge

URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Bookies Book Club
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
WorkSmart Career Services
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Thursday, May 30, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Summary:
Are you an adult who wants to go to college, but needs help?? Each week, a representative from the WorkSmart Network will be at the library and available for drop-in meetings to explore the program's services and your eligibility. WorkSmart offers financial assistance with college tuition and fees; career exploration and job search strategies; resume and cover letter assistance and more! Eligible adults include dislocated workers, Veterans and those who meet income eligibility requirements.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
WorkSmart Career Services
Murder They Read BOOK CLUB
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Thursday, May 30, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Summary:
Do you like MYSTERY, SUSPENSE, THRILLER, HORROR & TRUE CRIME?
Then this book club is FOR YOU!
Join our first book club meeting where we will get to know each other and discuss the books/authors we would like to read. Light snacks provided. Registration is not necessary.
The first book selection will be revealed at this meeting!

URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Murder They Read BOOK CLUB
Murder They Read Book Club
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Thursday, May 30, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Summary:
Do you like MYSTERY, SUSPENSE, THRILLER, HORROR & TRUE CRIME?
Then this book club is for you!
Carin's May Pick:
  • The Only One Left by Riley Sager
Matt's June Pick:
  • Host by Robin Cook

URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Murder They Read Book Club
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Gaming Escape Room
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to Friday, May 31, 2024
Summary:
Teens and tweens can try this fun new escape room in May! The kits will be available at the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor and will be 1 per person. It can be played alone or with others!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Gaming Escape Room
Jun. 1
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Hooks & Needles
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Monday, June 03, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Summary:
Every Monday knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are invited to work on current projects in a friendly atmosphere. Instruction will be provided if this is a new skill for you! Just bring your hooks or needles - yarn will be provided!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Hooks & Needles
Wisconsin Supper Clubs
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Monday, June 03, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Summary:
Come learn all about the fun that is Wisconsin supper clubs! Proclaimed "Supper Club Guru" and bestselling author, Ron Faiola, will be here to share his knowledge and expertise surrounding this cherished Wisconsin tradition!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Wisconsin Supper Clubs
Friends of the Watertown Public Library Monthly Meeting
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Monday, June 03, 2024 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Summary:
Friends of the Watertown Public Library Monthly Meeting
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Friends of the Watertown Public Library Monthl...
Jun. 4
Little University Storytime
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, June 04, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Summary:
Little University Storytimes are for children ages 0-5 years old. This program's focus is to incorporate stories, songs, rhymes, crafts, music and movement to promote pre-literacy skills, fine and gross motor skills, and foster a love of reading at an early age. Siblings are always welcome!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Little University Storytime
Paper Arts Club
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, June 04, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Summary:
If you are someone who enjoys scrapbooking, cardmaking, using the Cricut or anything else "paper arts" related, then our Paper Arts Club is for you! This group will meet the first and third Tuesday of each month in our Makerspace. Bring a project to work on or get a new idea for someone else!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Paper Arts Club
Jun. 5
Camp Library
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, June 05, 2024 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Summary:
This weekly school age program is for kids entering Kindergarten through 5th grades. Each week will have a different activity to stop in and enjoy! Weekly themes are listed and no registration is necessary.
June 5: Tie Dyeing
Be sure to bring a t-shirt, shorts, towel, or any other 100% cotton item with you to dye! Instructions to finish the tie dye will be sent home with you.
June 12: Obstacle Course
Test your adventure skills with an obstacle course... indoors & out depending on weather!
June 19: Slime Time!
Stop in to make some different kids of slime to bring home with you!
June 26: Snack Attack
Come get creative with food and see if you can create the snack challenges... then eat them!
July 3: Ocean Adventure
Join in the ocean themed fun with games, crafts and more... all about the ocean!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Camp Library
Tech Tutor
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, June 05, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Summary:
Tech Tutor
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Tech Tutor
Jun. 6
Baby Bounce
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Thursday, June 06, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 9:45 AM
Summary:
Baby Bounce brings caregivers and babies together for 45 minutes of rhymes, songs, books, bubbles and play! Our focus is on pre-literacy skills, socialization, fine and gross motor skills. Siblings are always welcome!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Baby Bounce
Little University Storytime
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Thursday, June 06, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Summary:
Little University Storytimes are for children ages 0-5 years old. This program's focus is to incorporate stories, songs, rhymes, crafts, music and movement to promote pre-literacy skills, fine and gross motor skills, and foster a love of reading at an early age. Siblings are always welcome!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Little University Storytime
WorkSmart Career Services
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Thursday, June 06, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Summary:
Are you an adult who wants to go to college, but needs help?? Each week, a representative from the WorkSmart Network will be at the library and available for drop-in meetings to explore the program's services and your eligibility. WorkSmart offers financial assistance with college tuition and fees; career exploration and job search strategies; resume and cover letter assistance and more! Eligible adults include dislocated workers, Veterans and those who meet income eligibility requirements.
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
WorkSmart Career Services
Reading with Rover
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Thursday, June 06, 2024 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Summary:
Children can improve their reading skills and make a new, furry, four-legged friend by reading aloud to a licensed therapy dog! No registration is necessary, just drop in for some one-on-one time with a canine friend!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Reading with Rover
Jun. 7
Family Yoga
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Friday, June 07, 2024 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Summary:
Family Yoga is a great way to connect with your family, move your bodies, and have some fun... and we're excited to again offer this wonderful family program on Fridays this summer! Join yoga instructor, Sue Anderson, in the Library Community Room for these special family yoga programs!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Family Yoga
Teen Time: Slush & Paint
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Friday, June 07, 2024 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Summary:
Like to paint? Like to drink slushies? Come and make slushies WHILE we paint together!
URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Teen Time: Slush & Paint
Friday Family Flicks
Hosted by:
Watertown Public Library
Hours:
Friday, June 07, 2024 from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Summary:
Free movies will be shown in the Community Room on Friday afternoons. Popcorn will be provided. Bring your own drinks, extra snacks, blankets or pillows as well if you choose!

June 7: Wish (PG 92 min)
June 14: Little Mermaid (Live Action version) (PG 135 min)
June 21: Migration (PG 87 min)
June 28: Wonka (PG 112 min)
July 5: Vivo (PG 99 min)
July 12: Kung Fu Panda 4 (PG 94 min)
July 19: A Dog's Way Home (PG 96 min)
July 26: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-verse (PG 136 min)

URL:
Event registration
Phone:
920-262-4090
Friday Family Flicks
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