The Summer Library Program kicks off in one week!
Visit the library starting Monday, June 13th to pick up your summer reading log. Reading logs are available for all ages.
Classes and programs for all ages have been planned for the summer. For a full list of events, check out the
Library Calendar!
The Summer Library Program is sponsored by the Friends of the Watertown Public Library.
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Summer Reading is Just Around the Corner
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Reading Logs will be available starting Monday, June 13th.
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Intro to Geocaching
Geocaching:
a game in which players are given the coordinates of a hidden item which they search for with a GPS device such as a smartphone.
Come learn about this fun, outdoor family activity. Get and introduction to the Geocaching App, learn tips and tricks, and get entered to win a Geocaching door prize.
Sunday, June 12 at 1:30pm
Registration encouraged.
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Small Business Breakfast Series
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Have you ever dreamed of starting your own business? Are you already running a business? Whether you are just starting out, are a current small business owner or curious about small business ownership, the Library's Small Business Breakfast Series is for you!
Join us Wednesday mornings from 8:00-9:00am for coffee, bagels and breakfast snacks while you learn, discuss and network.
June 22nd - Small Business Association Loans and Resources
June 29th - Effective Business Plans
July 6th - Free Online Courses
July 13th - How to Start a Business - Financial Aspects
July 20th -
Low Cost / No Cost Marketing Tips
July 27th - Women in Business Panel Discussion
Registration is encouraged. Visit or call the Library Reference Desk at 920-262-4090 x25 to register or for more information.
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 Digging with Dinosaurs
Have you ever wondered what it was like to be an archaeologist and discover fossils? Now's your chance!
Let's kick off the Summer Reading Program with Roary the Dinosaur -- join us for some digging, exploring and investigating!
Monday, June 13th from 3:00-5:00pm, All Ages!
Pajama-Rama
Here is your chance to wear your pajamas to the library! Join us for a literacy night full of stories, songs, snacks and more! Come dressed in your coziest pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal friend.
Tuesday, June 14th 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Check in with the Children's Department or visit the Kids Page to find out about more exciting programs happening this Summer!
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Battle of the Books
Interested in participating with a team to answer questions on 10 books you collectively read? Then sign up for our BOB (Battle of the Books) competition today!
BOB begins
June 8th from 3:30-4:30, and will meet weekly at the same time here at the library. When you sign up, you will be given a list of 10 books. Along with a group of 4 others (you can come with a group or be put on one) you will read the books and practice questions each week here at the library. The final competition teams from other county libraries will be held on July 27th right in town at WHS!
YAAH Mini Golf!
Be sure you sign up for this popular event as it fills up quite quickly! There will be teams made up once you arrive, so bring a friend or two to play mini-golf all throughout the library! There will be snacks as well, of course! June 18th from 6:00-8:00 pm!
Questions? Please email ( [email protected]) or call (920-262-4090 ext 16) Kim for further information.
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Friends of the Watertown Library
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Thank You!
Thank you to the Friends of the Watertown Public Library for funding the 2016 Summer Reading Programs.
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Cafe Catalog
Visit the new library catalog to place holds, review your account and more!
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Painting at the Library!
Tues., July 19 at 5:30pm
Come to the library for an
evening
of painting!
Participants will complete a painting from start to finish with artist and teacher, Kris Schumacher of Art on the Town. No painting experience needed.
Space is limited, sign-up required. Visit or call the R
eference Desk at 920-262-4090 x25 to register. Ages 18 and up.
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Zumba at the Library
Join Maria Gracia for Zumba at the Library!
You don't have to know how to dance, be coordinated or worry about difficult moves. Just show up, get a great workout and have a blast!
Exercise clothes and shoes, and a bottle of water are recommended. Families welcome!
Sun., June 26 at 1:30pm
Wed., July 6 at 6:00pm
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Bookies Book Club
The July selection is
Vintage
by Wisconsin author Susan Gloss.
Discussion Times:
Wed., July 20 6:00pm
Thurs., July 21, 10:00am
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Mystery Book Club
The August selection is
Dead Angler
by Wisconsin Author Victoria Huston.
Discussion Times:
Tuesday, Aug. 9, 6:00pm
Thurs., Aug. 11, 10:00am
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