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Waunakee Public Library

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Waunakee Public Library
201 N Madison St
Waunakee, WI 53597
United States

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Sun: 12:00pm-4:00pm

Mon: Closed

Tue-Thu: 9:00am-8:00pm

Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm

Sat: 9:00am-4:00pm

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Slow Flow Yoga

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Open

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+.

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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

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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

Open

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.

Liz Moore God of the Woods

Secrets and Second Chances with Liz Moore

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library

Room: Zoom / Virtual

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Virtual

Event Details:

We are thrilled to welcome Liz Moore to discuss her latest work, The God of the Woods, an instant New York Times bestseller and one of NPR’s 2024 “Books We Love” highlight

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College Planning Workshop

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library

Room: Community Hall

Age Group: Adults

Event Details:

This is a college chat for parents of 8th -11th graders.

Watercolors for Beginners: Gothic Book with Roses

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Full

Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library

Room: Community Hall

Age Group: Adults

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us as we learn how to paint using professional watercolor supplies! In this 1.5 hour class, you will learn wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry techniques as well as glazing and splatter to create this 5x7 inch painting. This class is

Bilingual Storytime

Bilingual Storytime / Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 9:45am - 10:15am

Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library

Room: Storytime Room

Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K

Program Type: Storytime

UnBook Club

UnBook Club

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Open

Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library

Room: Storytime Room

Age Group: Kids, School Age

Program Type: Book Club

Registration Required

Event Details:

A book club for kids who like to read, snack, and have fun!

Bring a book to read or borrow one of ours. We will discuss our favorite books, and have time to read and enjoy a snack. There will also be time for a fun activity or game!

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Time	Sun (7/12)	Mon (7/13)	Tue (7/14)	Wed (7/15)	Thu (7/16)	Fri (7/17)	Sat (7/18)
7 am						Library Board Meeting 7:45am–9:00am Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library Room: Board Room Event Details: The Library Board of Trustees meets the 3rd Friday of each month in the library's Board Room. Meetings are open to the public and begin at 7:45AM.
8 am
9 am			This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Preschool Storytime 9:45am–10:15am Kids, Birth to Pre-K This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group 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.	This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Baby Time 9:45am–10:00am Kids, Birth to Pre-K This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K Program Type: Storytime Share some stories, rhymes, and lap songs, followed by play time for babies and chat time for caregivers! This storytime is recommended for developmental ages 0-1 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group Good Morning Games 9:00am–11:00am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library Room: Community Hall Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join us for an adult game group where we play Mahjong (Filipino style)! Don't know how to play, but want to learn? We are happy to teach! See you there! This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Tiny Tots 9:45am–10:00am Kids, Birth to Pre-K This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group 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.
10 am			This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Tiny Tots 10:45am–11:00am Kids, Birth to Pre-K This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group A Good Yarn 10:00am–12:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library Room: Living Room Age Group: Adults Event Details: Bring your current knitting/crochet project for a social hour with a group of like-minded fiber friends! Meets in the Library's cozy Living Room. This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Preschool Storytime 10:45am–11:15am Kids, Birth to Pre-K This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group 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.
11 am
12 pm
1 pm			This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "School Age" group Prehistoric Pets With J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue 1:30pm–2:30pm Kids, School Age This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "School Age" group Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library Room: Community Hall Age Group: Kids, School Age Event Details: Travel back in time with J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue for a prehistoric adventure! 🦎 Discover the living descendants of ancient creatures and learn how reptiles, amphibians, and other amazing animals connect us to the age of dinosaurs.
2 pm
3 pm			This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "School Age" group Prehistoric Pets With J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue 3:00pm–4:00pm Kids, School Age This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "School Age" group Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library Room: Community Hall Age Group: Kids, School Age Event Details: Travel back in time with J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue for a prehistoric adventure! 🦎 Discover the living descendants of ancient creatures and learn how reptiles, amphibians, and other amazing animals connect us to the age of dinosaurs.
4 pm
5 pm
6 pm		This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group This event is in the "School Age" group Jammie Jams 6:30pm–7:00pm Kids, Birth to Pre-K, School Age This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group This event is in the "School Age" group Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K, School Age Program Type: Storytime Wear your coziest pajamas and join us in the Library for an evening storytime! We’ll share favorite stories, rhymes, activities, and more. This storytime is recommended for all ages 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. This event is in the "Teen / Preteen" group This event is in the "Adults" group To Be! Shakespeare Here and Now 6:30pm–7:30pm Teen / Preteen, Adults This event is in the "Teen / Preteen" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Waunakee Public Library Age Group: Teen / Preteen, Adults Event Details: Waunakee Public Library is pleased to present “To Be! Shakespeare Here and Now” on Monday, July 13th at 6:30pm. The show is a one-person interactive presentation, featuring actor Ron Fry as William Shakespeare.