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  • 9:30 AM-10:00 AM
    2018-08-01

    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 activities

    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 sessions throughout the year.  Check our website for specific dates and themes.

  • 10:30 AM-11:00 AM
    2018-08-01

    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 activities

    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 sessions throughout the year.  Check our website for specific dates and themes.

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  • 10:30 AM-11:30 AM
    2018-08-02

    Event Category: Special Children’s Program

    Target Audience: School-Age Kids (all ages welcome)

    Showing of Moana follow by character meet and greet with Wayfinding Princess and Water Princess.

    *This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Germantown Community Library.

     

     

     

  • 1:30 PM-2:30 PM
    2018-08-02

    Event Category: Special Children’s Program

    Target Audience: School-Age Kids (all ages welcome)

    Character meet and greet with Wayfinding Princess and Water Princess followed by showing of Moana.

    *This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Germantown Community Library.

     

     

     

  • 4:00 PM-7:30 PM
    2018-08-02

    Event Category: Craft Circle

    Target Audience: All Ages

    1st Thursday of every month @ 4:00 – 7:30 p.m.

    Feel free to drop in anytime during the event.  All ages are welcome – we will have a variety of projects available for all skill levels.  All supplies provided.

    Visit our website or dates and craft themes.

    If you are interested in sharing your talents and being a guest crafter, please contact Jackie Kolo at jklolo@germantownlibrarywi.org.  The library will purchase and provide all supplies.

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  • 10:30 AM-11:30 AM
    2018-08-03

    Event Category: Special Children’s Program

    Target Audience: Children of All Ages

    Join Princess My Party for a children’s play of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.  This is a one-hour interactive children’s theatre where kids become part of they play.  Princess My Party is a not for profit company based in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin that specializes in luxury children’s party entertainment through singing, dancing, and more.  This event is perfect for children ages 3-7.

  • 1:00 PM-2:00 PM
    2018-08-03

    Event Category: Adult Book Groups

    Target Audience: Adults (18+)

    The Dive into Dewey!: Strictly Nonfiction Book Group meets the 1st Friday of each month from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. in the library’s large meeting room.  Join us for some interesting reading and lively conversation.  No registration is required. All are welcome!  Free coffee, tea, and hot chocolate provided by the Friends of the Germantown Community Library!

    Visit our website or stop by the Reference Desk for specific dates and individual titles.

    Copies of the selected books are available at the Circulation Desk. Please bring your library card to check out a copy.

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  • 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
    2018-08-04

    Event Category: General Events

    Join the library at the Germantown Farmer’s Market.  We will have a variety of different activities each week including kid’s crafts, games, and books for sale as well as information about library programs and services.

    Saturdays in Summer & Fall

    June 2, July 7, August 4, September 1 & October

     

     

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  • 10:30 AM-12:30 PM
    2018-08-06

    Event Category: Movies @ the Library

    Target Audience: All ages welcome.

    Come to the library to view a variety of movies for the whole family.  Free popcorn provided.

    Mondays in August @ 10:30 a.m.

    • August 6: Early Man (PG 1hr 40 m)
    • August 13: A Wrinkle in Time (PG 1h 50 m)
    • August 20: Sherlock Gnomes (PG 1hr 26 m)
    • August 27: Peter Rabbit (PG 1hr 25 m)
  • 1:30 PM-3:30 PM
    2018-08-06

    Event Category: Special Adult Program

    Target Audience: Teens (13+) & Adults

    Come to the library to view a variety of movies for all ages.  Free popcorn provided.

    Mondays in August @ 1:30 p.m.

    • August 6:The Greatest Showman (PG 1hr 46 m)
    • August 13: Black Panther  (PG-13 2h 14 m)
    • August 20: A Quiet Place (PG-13 1hr 30 m)
    • August 27: Chippaquiddick (PG-13 1hr 24 m)
  • 1:30 PM-3:30 PM
    2018-08-06

    Event Category: Special Adult Program

    Target Audience: Teens (13+) & Adults

    Come to the library to view a variety of movies for all ages.  Free popcorn provided.

    Mondays in August @ 1:30 p.m.

    • August 6:The Greatest Showman (PG 1hr 46 m)
    • August 13: Black Panther  (PG-13 2h 14 m)
    • August 20: A Quiet Place (PG-13 1hr 30 m)
    • August 27: Chippaquiddick (PG-13 1hr 24 m)
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  • 9:30 AM-12:00 PM
    2018-08-07

    Event Category: General Events

    Target Audience: All ages welcome

    Free Hearing Screens

    9:30 – 10:00 a.m.: Cleaning & Servicing of Hearing Aids (no appointment needed)

    9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: Hearing Screens (call Chenoa James at 262-502-1799 to schedule an appointment)

    Free Blood Pressure Screens

    If not on-call, the Germantown Fire Department will be available to provide free blood pressure screens on the 1st Tuesday of every month from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.  No appointment is needed, but please feel free to call the library at 262-253-7760 that morning to see if the Fire Department is available.

  • 9:30 AM-10:00 AM
    2018-08-07

    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 sessions throughout the year.  Check our website for specific dates and themes.

  • 10:30 AM-11:00 AM
    2018-08-07

    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 sessions throughout the year.  Check our website for specific dates and themes.

  • 1:30 PM-2:00 PM
    2018-08-07

    Event Category: Special Children’s Program

    Target Audience: Ages 5 & up

    Tuesdays @ 1:30 p.m.

    June 12 – August 7 (No class July 3)

    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.

  • 3:00 PM-4:00 PM
    2018-08-07

    Event Category: Special Children’s Program

    Target Audience: Grades 3-6

    Tuesdays, July 10 – August 7 @ 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.

    Join us for an introduction to coding.  Each week we will introduce a new programming concept, coding language and fun activity to apply new tools.  Beginner and advanced coders are welcome.  Registration required.  Call the library at 262-253-7760 or visit the Youth Services Desk to sign-up.

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  • 9:30 AM-10:00 AM
    2018-08-08

    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 activities

    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 sessions throughout the year.  Check our website for specific dates and themes.

  • 10:30 AM-11:00 AM
    2018-08-08

    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 activities

    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 sessions throughout the year.  Check our website for specific dates and themes.

  • 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
    2018-08-08

    Event Category: Special Adult Program

    Target Audience: Adult 18+

    Meet Polly Huenink-Schellinger, Registered Nurse and Clinical Aromatherapist, as she discusses the health benefits of essential oils and aromatherapy. Topics will include safety, proper dilution, definition of essential oils and quality prerequisites. Polly will cover using essential oils and aromatherapy for stress, depression, boosting your immune system and improving your overall physical, emotional and spiritual well-being.  Bring your questions!

     

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  • 9:15 AM-10:15 AM
    2018-08-09

    Event Category: Adult Book Groups

    Target Audience: Adults (18+)

    The Morning Book Group meets the 2nd Thursday of each month from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. in the library’s large meeting room. Join us for some interesting reading and lively conversation.  No registration is required. All are welcome!  Free coffee, tea, and hot chocolate provided by the Friends of the Germantown Community Library!

    Visit our website or stop by the Reference Desk for specific dates and individual titles.

    Copies of the selected books are available at the Circulation Desk. Please bring your library card to check out a copy.

  • 1:30 PM-3:30 PM
    2018-08-09

    Event Category: Special Children’s Program

    Target Audience: Activities geared toward children (All ages welcome!)

    Celebrate a great summer!!  Join us for face painting, crafts, outdoor activities, and treats.  All ages welcome.

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  • 10:30 AM-12:30 PM
    2018-08-13

    Event Category: Movies @ the Library

    Target Audience: All ages welcome.

    Come to the library to view a variety of movies for the whole family.  Free popcorn provided.

    Mondays in August @ 10:30 a.m.

    • August 6: Early Man (PG 1hr 40 m)
    • August 13: A Wrinkle in Time (PG 1h 50 m)
    • August 20: Sherlock Gnomes (PG 1hr 26 m)
    • August 27: Peter Rabbit (PG 1hr 25 m)
  • 1:30 PM-3:30 PM
    2018-08-13

    Event Category: Special Adult Program

    Target Audience: Teens (13+) & Adults

    Come to the library to view a variety of movies for all ages.  Free popcorn provided.

    Mondays in August @ 1:30 p.m.

    • August 6:The Greatest Showman (PG 1hr 46 m)
    • August 13: Black Panther  (PG-13 2h 14 m)
    • August 20: A Quiet Place (PG-13 1hr 30 m)
    • August 27: Chippaquiddick (PG-13 1hr 24 m)
  • 1:30 PM-3:30 PM
    2018-08-13

    Event Category: Special Adult Program

    Target Audience: Teens (13+) & Adults

    Come to the library to view a variety of movies for all ages.  Free popcorn provided.

    Mondays in August @ 1:30 p.m.

    • August 6:The Greatest Showman (PG 1hr 46 m)
    • August 13: Black Panther  (PG-13 2h 14 m)
    • August 20: A Quiet Place (PG-13 1hr 30 m)
    • August 27: Chippaquiddick (PG-13 1hr 24 m)
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  • 3:00 PM-4:00 PM
    2018-08-14

    Event Category: Agin & Dementia

    Target Audience: Adults (18+), all ages welcome

    Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease: The Basics

    This program provides information that everyone should know about memory loss and what that means for all of us. Explore memory loss, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Learn about risk factors, research, treatments and steps to a proper diagnosis/assessment. Join us for this comprehensive overview!  Registration appreciated.  Please call 800.272.3900 or email sprohuska@alz.org

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  • 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
    2018-08-15

    Event Category: Adult Book Groups

    Target Audience: Adults (18+)

    Books on the Town will meet June through August at 6:00 p.m. at various local restaurants. Join us for some interesting reading and lively conversation.

    Patrons will be responsible for purchase of their dinner and beverages.  Registration is required. Please call the library at 262-253-7760 to sign up.  Attendance is limited to 20 people.

    Copies of the selected books are available at the Circulation Desk. Please bring your library card to check out a copy.

    Visit our website or stop by the Reference Desk for specific dates and individual titles.

    Copies of the selected books are available at the Circulation Desk. Please bring your library card to check out a copy.

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  • 1:00 PM-2:00 PM
    2018-08-17

    Event Category: Adult Book Groups

    Target Audience: Adults (18+)

    The History Buff Book Group meets the 3rd Friday of each month from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. in the library’s large meeting room.  Join us for some interesting reading and lively conversation.  No registration is required. All are welcome!  Free coffee, tea, and hot chocolate provided by the Friends of the Germantown Community Library!

    Visit our website or stop by the Reference Desk for specific dates and individual titles.

    Copies of the selected books are available at the Circulation Desk. Please bring your library card to check out a copy.

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  • 10:30 AM-12:30 PM
    2018-08-20

    Event Category: Movies @ the Library

    Target Audience: All ages welcome.

    Come to the library to view a variety of movies for the whole family.  Free popcorn provided.

    Mondays in August @ 10:30 a.m.

    • August 6: Early Man (PG 1hr 40 m)
    • August 13: A Wrinkle in Time (PG 1h 50 m)
    • August 20: Sherlock Gnomes (PG 1hr 26 m)
    • August 27: Peter Rabbit (PG 1hr 25 m)
  • 1:30 PM-3:30 PM
    2018-08-20

    Event Category: Special Adult Program

    Target Audience: Teens (13+) & Adults

    Come to the library to view a variety of movies for all ages.  Free popcorn provided.

    Mondays in August @ 1:30 p.m.

    • August 6:The Greatest Showman (PG 1hr 46 m)
    • August 13: Black Panther  (PG-13 2h 14 m)
    • August 20: A Quiet Place (PG-13 1hr 30 m)
    • August 27: Chippaquiddick (PG-13 1hr 24 m)
  • 1:30 PM-3:30 PM
    2018-08-20

    Event Category: Special Adult Program

    Target Audience: Teens (13+) & Adults

    Come to the library to view a variety of movies for all ages.  Free popcorn provided.

    Mondays in August @ 1:30 p.m.

    • August 6:The Greatest Showman (PG 1hr 46 m)
    • August 13: Black Panther  (PG-13 2h 14 m)
    • August 20: A Quiet Place (PG-13 1hr 30 m)
    • August 27: Chippaquiddick (PG-13 1hr 24 m)
  • 3:00 PM-4:30 PM
    2018-08-20

    13600 Juneau Boulevard Elm Grove, 53122

    13600 Juneau Boulevard Elm Grove, 53122

    Event Category: Again & Dementia

    Target Audience: Adults with early stage dementia, mild memory loss or mild cognitive impairment (MCI), and a family member or care partner

    Held the 3rd Monday of each month @ 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. on a rotating basis with Menomonee Falls, Germantown, Brookfield, and Elm Grove libraries.

    First time attendees should contact the Alzheimer’s Association for more information or RSVP for the next Memory Café at 800-272-3900.

    Visit our website for additional details.

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  • 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
    2018-08-21

    N108 W18500 Lilac Ln, Germantown, WI 53022

    N108 W18500 Lilac Ln, Germantown, WI 53022

    Event Category: Special Adult Program

    Target Audience: All ages welcome

    Join us as we begin the Summer Reading Program with a performance by the Germantown Community Band Dixielanders.  Come hear a variety of music performed by local members of the community.  All ages welcome.  Reception and refreshments to follow.

  • 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
    2018-08-21

    Event Category: Tablet Tuesday

    Target Audience: Adults & Young Adults

    This session will provide a fun and stress-free opportunity to learn what coding is all about.  Can you make a musical keyboard out of bananas?  You may after this session!  No prior knowledge is needed.  Target audience ranges form middle school to adults of any age.

    Tablet Tuesdays is a monthly class covering various useful skills for using iPads hosted by one of our Washington County libraries each month.  Sign-up is required as space is limited.  Please call the library where each session is being held to sign up.

  • 6:00 PM-7:00 PM
    2018-08-21

    Event Category: Tablet Tuesday

    Target Audience: Adults & Young Adults

    This session will provide a fun and stress-free opportunity to learn what coding is all about.  Can you make a musical keyboard out of bananas?  You may after this session!  No prior knowledge is needed.  Target audience ranges form middle school to adults of any age.

    Tablet Tuesdays is a monthly class covering various useful skills for using iPads hosted by one of our Washington County libraries each month.  Sign-up is required as space is limited.  Please call the library where each session is being held to sign up.

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  • 9:15 AM-10:15 AM
    2018-08-23

    Event Category: Adult Book Groups

    Target Audience: Adults (18+)

    The Mystery/Thriller Book Group generally meets the 4th Thursday of each month from 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. in the library’s large meeting room.  Join us for some interesting reading and lively conversation.  No registration is required. All are welcome!  Free coffee, tea, and hot chocolate provided by the Friends of the Germantown Community Library!

    Visit our website or stop by the Reference Desk for specific dates and individual titles.

    Copies of the selected books are available at the Circulation Desk. Please bring your library card to check out a copy.

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  • 10:30 AM-12:30 PM
    2018-08-27

    Event Category: Movies @ the Library

    Target Audience: All ages welcome.

    Come to the library to view a variety of movies for the whole family.  Free popcorn provided.

    Mondays in August @ 10:30 a.m.

    • August 6: Early Man (PG 1hr 40 m)
    • August 13: A Wrinkle in Time (PG 1h 50 m)
    • August 20: Sherlock Gnomes (PG 1hr 26 m)
    • August 27: Peter Rabbit (PG 1hr 25 m)
  • 1:30 PM-3:30 PM
    2018-08-27

    Event Category: Special Adult Program

    Target Audience: Teens (13+) & Adults

    Come to the library to view a variety of movies for all ages.  Free popcorn provided.

    Mondays in August @ 1:30 p.m.

    • August 6:The Greatest Showman (PG 1hr 46 m)
    • August 13: Black Panther  (PG-13 2h 14 m)
    • August 20: A Quiet Place (PG-13 1hr 30 m)
    • August 27: Chippaquiddick (PG-13 1hr 24 m)
  • 1:30 PM-3:30 PM
    2018-08-27

    Event Category: Special Adult Program

    Target Audience: Teens (13+) & Adults

    Come to the library to view a variety of movies for all ages.  Free popcorn provided.

    Mondays in August @ 1:30 p.m.

    • August 6:The Greatest Showman (PG 1hr 46 m)
    • August 13: Black Panther  (PG-13 2h 14 m)
    • August 20: A Quiet Place (PG-13 1hr 30 m)
    • August 27: Chippaquiddick (PG-13 1hr 24 m)
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  • 5:30 PM-7:30 PM
    2018-08-30

    Event Category: Special Children’s Program

    Target Audience: Children of All Ages

    Join the library for a full interactive movie experience of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971).  There will be activities, refreshments & more.  Pick you for free Golden Ticket at the Youth Services Desk.  Turn it in the night of the program to win fun prizes!  All ages welcome to attend.

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