CRAFTS FOR TEENS & GROWN-UPS (1:00 – 3:00 p.m. or 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.)

The library will be offering craft and activity workshop for adults and those ages 12+.  Crafts vary in length of completion, but you are welcome to drop anytime during the time slots.  Space is very limited.  Registration is required and closes a week prior to each program.  Please visit the Adult Reference Desk, call the library at (262) 253-7760 or email Trisha at smithp@germantownlibrarywi.org to register.

• Monday, July 15: Tissue Paper Candle Holders
• Wednesday, August 21: Jewelry Making (with Xpressions from West Bend)
• Monday, September 16: Card Making
• Wednesday, October 9: Rustic Wooden Pumpkins
• Thursday, November 14: String Art
• Monday, December 2, 9 & 16: Holiday Crafts

CRAFTS FOR TEENS & GROWN-UPS (1:00 – 3:00 p.m. or 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.)

The library will be offering craft and activity workshop for adults and those ages 12+.  Crafts vary in length of completion, but you are welcome to drop anytime during the time slots.  Space is very limited.  Registration is required and closes a week prior to each program.  Please visit the Adult Reference Desk, call the library at (262) 253-7760 or email Trisha at smithp@germantownlibrarywi.org to register.

• Monday, July 15: Tissue Paper Candle Holders
• Wednesday, August 21: Jewelry Making (with Xpressions from West Bend)
• Monday, September 16: Card Making
• Wednesday, October 9: Rustic Wooden Pumpkins
• Thursday, November 14: String Art
• Monday, December 2, 9 & 16: Holiday Crafts

Preschool Storytime

Event Category: Storytime

Target Audience: Geared to 3 – 5 year olds, but children of all ages are welcome!

Tuesdays @ 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

• No sign up is required, just drop in!
• Storytime lasts about 30 minutes.
• Storytime is followed by a craft or activity.

Join us for stories, movement and music geared for preschoolers. Storytime is a great way to introduce growing kids to books, social interaction and lifelong learning!

Preschool Storytime is held during specific sessions throughout the year.  Check our website for specific dates.

Preschool Storytime

Event Category: Storytime

Target Audience: Geared to 3 – 5 year olds, but children of all ages are welcome!

Tuesdays @ 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

• No sign up is required, just drop in!
• Storytime lasts about 30 minutes.
• Storytime is followed by a craft or activity.

Join us for stories, movement and music geared for preschoolers. Storytime is a great way to introduce growing kids to books, social interaction and lifelong learning!

Preschool Storytime is held during specific sessions throughout the year.  Check our website for specific dates.

The library will be hosting technical support consultations from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays of the month.  Please register by stopping by the Reference Desk calling the library at (262) 253-7760 or emailing William at wkressin@germantownlibrarywi.org.  Make sure to include the topic of your question so we can be prepared with instructions.  Can’t make the scheduled times?  Let us know and we can work to find a time that meets your scheduling needs.

Some examples of questions include using library databases, downloading eBooks or eAudiobooks through Overdrive/Libby or RB Digital, using a tablet, setting up an email account, research assistance, genealogy research, signing up for Gale Courses, and printing.

• May 7 & 21
• June 4 & 18
• July 2 & 16
• August 6 & 20
• September 3 & 17

Tuesdays @ 1:30 p.m.

June 18 – July 30

Join us for a short story and a variety of activities including outdoor games, parachute play, art, science projects, and more.  Activities are geared for ages 5 & up.  Registration required.  Call the library at 262-253-7760 or visit the Youth Services Desk to sign-up.

June 18            BYO Items Tie Dying

June 25            Kind Notes in Library Books

July 2               Galaxy Painted Rocks

July 9               Glow in the Dark Fun

July 16             Parachute Games

July 23             Shrinky Dinks

July 30             Rocket Launch!

Baby/Toddler Storytime

Event Category: Storytime

Target Audience: Geared for ages 2 years-old and under, but children of all ages are welcome!

Wednesdays @ 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

• No sign up is required, just drop in!
• Storytime lasts about 30 minutes.
• Storytime is followed by playtime or an activity.

Join us for stories, movement and music geared for babies and toddlers. Storytime is a great way to introduce growing kids to books, social interaction and lifelong learning!

Baby/Toddler Storytime is held during specific sessions throughout the year.  Check our website for specific dates

Baby/Toddler Storytime

Event Category: Storytime

Target Audience: Geared for ages 2 years-old and under, but children of all ages are welcome!

Wednesdays @ 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

• No sign up is required, just drop in!
• Storytime lasts about 30 minutes.
• Storytime is followed by playtime or an activity.

Join us for stories, movement and music geared for babies and toddlers. Storytime is a great way to introduce growing kids to books, social interaction and lifelong learning!

Baby/Toddler Storytime is held during specific sessions throughout the year.  Check our website for specific dates

Wednesday @ 1:30 p.m.

June 19 – July 31

Join us for a short story and a variety of activities including outdoor games, parachute play, art, science projects, and more.  Activities are geared for ages 5 & up.  Registration required.  Call the library at 262-253-7760 or visit the Youth Services Desk to sign-up.

June 19            BYO Items Tie Dying

June 26            Kind Notes in Library Books

July 3               Galaxy Painted Rocks

July 10               Glow in the Dark Fun

July 17             Parachute Games

July 24             Shrinky Dinks

July 31             Rocket Launch!

Youth Performers Thursdays @ 10:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.

Programs geared toward school-aged kids, but all ages welcome!

July 18: *Soda Pups Dog Show
July 25: Hale O Malo Hawaiian Dance Group
August 1: Miss Kim’s Amazing Animal Show
August 8: *Hillbilly Silly Science Spectacular

*Sponsored by the Friends of the Germantown Community Library

Youth Performers Thursdays @ 10:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.

Programs geared toward school-aged kids, but all ages welcome!

July 18: *Soda Pups Dog Show
July 25: Hale O Malo Hawaiian Dance Group
August 1: Miss Kim’s Amazing Animal Show
August 8: *Hillbilly Silly Science Spectacular

*Sponsored by the Friends of the Germantown Community Library

Join us for a night of painting happy little clouds and happy little trees with Bob Ross.  All supplies will be provided.  Geared for students in grades 7-12.  Registration is required by calling the library at (262) 253-7760.

Fridays @ 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

June 21 – July 26

Bring your own Ukulele, play some tunes, and have some fun!  We will meet on select Fridays from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. No prior experience is necessary.  Geared for grade 4 & up.   Registration required.  Call the library at 262-253-7760 or visit the Youth Services Desk to sign-up.

GERMANTOWN FARMER’S MARKET (Saturdays @ 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)

Join the library at the Germantown Farmer’s Market this summer from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.  We will have a variety of different activities each week including kid’s crafts, bubbles, chalk, giant games, character visits, and books for sale as well as information about library programs and services.

• June 1: Summer Suncatchers
• June 8: Meet “Cosmo” the Astronaut & Free Popcorn
• June 15: Bug Crafts
• June 22: Usborne Book Sale & Origami Bookmarks
• June 29: No Activities – Visit Us @ Horicon Marsh!
• July 6: Usborne Book Sale & Color Your Own Bookmarks
• July 13: Bubbles & Chalk (Princess Visits @ 10:30 – 11:15)
• July 20: Life-Size Games
• July 27: Giant Sticker Art (Drive-in Movie @ 10:30)
• Aug 3: Alien Masks
•  Aug 10: Bubbles & Chalk (Princess Visits @ 10:30 – 11:15)
• Aug 17: Space Crafts
• Aug 24: Giant Coloring
• Aug 31: Free Ice Cream