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Kids' Trivia

Kids' Trivia!

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, School Age
Registration Required
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Our trivia will put your team to the test with a variety of questions, from general knowledge to history, animals, and geography. Join us where fun meets facts in this brain-busting program! Kids will be divided into small teams.

David Brooks How to Know a Person

The Creative and Compassionate Art of Seeing Others Deeply with David Brooks

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library
Room: Zoom / Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Virtual
Event Details:

Join us for an online discussion with prominent cultural writer and bestselling author David Brooks on his book, How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply, in which he helps us pose essential qu

My First Book Club

My First Book Club

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, School Age
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
How to Downsize without the Stress

How to Downsize Without the Stress

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library
Room: Community Hall
Age Group: Adults
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A Simple 2026 Roadmap for Waunakee Homeowners

Julia Hotz the Connection Cure

Nature, Art, and Service as Medicine with Journalist Julia Hotz

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library
Room: Zoom / Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Virtual
Event Details:

Be sure to jump start your new year with us as we chat virtually with journalist and author Julia Hotz about her book The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service, and Belonging

Blue yoga mat on wood floor. Slow Flow Yoga

Slow Flow Yoga

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library
Room: Community Hall
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Slow Flow Yoga is a gentle, breath-focused practice with slow, mindful movement. Poses encourage deep awareness and relaxation, restoring calm and balance to the body and mind. All levels are welcome, ages 16+.

Book BINGO next to a bingo sheet and ball caller

Book BINGO

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, School Age
Event Details:

Join us for BINGO! A few lucky winners will take home a book and everyone will have fun! 

For grades K-4. No registration required.

teen late night hangout

Teen Late Night Hangout

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 10:00pm
Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library
Age Group: Teen / Preteen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens and preteens (grades 5-12), it's time for a late night lock-in at the library. We will have food, movies, video games, crafts, and more!  

tower building challenge

Tower Building Challenge

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Teen / Preteen
Event Details:

Teens and preteens (grades 5 and up), how tall can you build a tower made of popsicle sticks? What about one made of crayons?

Medicare 101

Medicare 101

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library
Room: Community Hall
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Confused about Medicare? Retirement specialist Jake Zimmermann can help! In this free, educational program, Mr. Zimmermann will discuss the different parts of Medicare (A, B, C and D) and how people can pay for health care after retirement.

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Preschool Storytime

10:45am–11:15am
Kids, Birth to Pre-K
Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime

Fun for preschoolers and caregivers who are getting ready for the school experience. Share more complex stories, songs, rhymes, and more! 

This storytime is recommended for developmental ages 3-5 and their caregiver (siblings always welcome!). All storytimes are inclusive and welcoming. You are encouraged to attend the storytime that best meets your needs. Registration is not required.

Tiny Tots

9:45am–10:00am
Kids, Birth to Pre-K
Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime

Tiny Tots is an active 20 minute program of stories, rhymes, and songs.

This storytime is recommended for developmental ages 1-3 and their caregiver (siblings always welcome!). All storytimes are inclusive and welcoming. You are encouraged to attend the storytime that best meets your needs. Registration is not required.

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All Ages Storytime

9:45am–10:15am
Kids, Birth to Pre-K
Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime

Join a member of CI Pediatric Therapy Centers' staff for an interactive story time of books, songs, movement, crafts, and fun! Activities will be geared towards children ages 2-5, but all ages welcome!

Registration is not required.

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Havens Petting Farm

1:30pm–4:30pm
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, School Age
Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library
Room: Patio
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K, School Age
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Celebrate the end of school, and another summer of reading at the library with Havens Petting Farm!

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End of Summer Fest

4:00pm–7:00pm
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, School Age, Teen / Preteen, Adults
Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library
Room: Community Hall
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K, School Age, Teen / Preteen, Adults

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Closing at 5pm

5:00pm–8:00pm
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All Day 11/26–11/27
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9:00am–1:00pm
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All Day 12/24–12/25
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Closing at 1pm

1:00pm–8:00pm
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