Waukesha Reads

11/05/2025

10/29/2025

Join Waukesha Public Library tomorrow night for our FINAL event celebrating The Seed Keeper by Diane Wilson. Local scholars Ellyn Lem (English), Marin Denning (American Indian Studies), and John Kasparek (History) will examine the book through the lenses of their respective academic disciplines. Don't miss this last chapter of Waukesha Reads 2025!

More information:
https://waukesha.librarycalendar.com/event/waukesha-reads-scholar-panel-15847

10/28/2025

What a wonderful Waukesha Reads we've been having! Enjoy these photos and consider stopping by Waukesha Public Library on Thursday evening for our FINAL event--the Waukesha Reads Scholar Panel at 6:30 PM.

More Information:
https://waukesha.librarycalendar.com/event/waukesha-reads-scholar-panel-15847

10/25/2025

Waukesha Reads 2025 is on the home stretch! Please consider joining us for one (or all!) of our final three events coming up next week. No need to register, just show up. 😊

See our full event calendar:
https://waukeshareads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/EDITED-WRBrochure25_Full-Layout-no-bleeds.pdf

10/21/2025

Wow! Both of these events are full - with waiting lists. If you’ve registered but can no longer attend, please be sure to cancel your reservation or release your tickets so someone else can take your place. We’re thrilled to see so much excitement around Waukesha Reads this year – thank you for being part of it! ❤️

To release you tickets for Diane Wilson, please contact the Civic Theatre box office: https://www.waukeshacivictheatre.org/box-office/

To cancel your registration for Sips, Songs, & Cinema, use the Library's online calendar or call the Reference Desk at 262.524.3682.
https://waukesha.librarycalendar.com/events/month

10/19/2025

Former Waukesha Mayor and County Board Supervisor Larry Nelson will be leading a book discussion on The Seed Keeper this Monday night at Waukesha Public Library. Great conversation is guaranteed, and we hear that brownies may be involved...

Don't miss it! See you 6:30 PM. 😊

10/17/2025

This Saturday, October 18, enjoy a FREE day at the museum and explore the exhibit "The Seeds We Sow: Agricultural Legacies of Waukesha County." You'll discover how Waukesha County led the way in establishing Wisconsin as America’s Dairyland in the 20th century. Thank you to the Waukesha County Historical Society & Museum for providing the opportunity!

10/16/2025

Let the Library take you on a trip down memory lane! Visit the display case located outside the Library's Carnegie Room and reminisce about the last 19 years of community-wide reading. You'll find information about this year's book and author, memorabilia from the last 18 years, and information about upcoming events. The display will be available through the end of October.

10/13/2025

Wondering how to fill your Tuesday? We've got you covered! Get some exercise in the morning at Frame Park during the Mindful Nature Walk and then come back to the Library in the evening to learn how Ukwakhwa is reclaiming Haudenosaunee agricultural traditions.

See our full list of events here:
https://waukeshareads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/EDITED-WRBrochure25_Full-Layout-no-bleeds.pdf

Mindful Nature Walk
October 14 @ 10:30 AM (Frame Park)

Sprouting Seeds at Ukwakhwa
October 14 @ 6:30 PM (Waukesha Public Library)

10/13/2025

Today, on Indigenous Peoples' Day, we reflect on the powerful history shared by Aaron Bird Bear (Mandan, Hidatsa, and Diné) during his recent visit to the Library. His insights into the First Nations of Wisconsin and the lasting impacts of boarding schools and federal policies that sought to criminalize and erase Indigenous languages and cultures shed important light on histories that should never be forgotten.

If you enjoyed his presentation, check out the rest of our Waukesha Reads events here:
https://waukeshareads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/EDITED-WRBrochure25_Full-Layout-no-bleeds.pdf

10/12/2025

We'll be meeting at Martha Merrell's Bookstore on Monday, October 13, at 10:30 AM to discuss The Seed Keeper by Diane Wilson. Grab your morning coffee, bring a friend, and enjoy the conversation! Everyone is welcome. ☕😊📗

10/11/2025

Waukesha Reads is going strong! Check out the programs coming up next week and mark your calendar. There's something for everyone. 😊

See the full list of events here:
https://waukeshareads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/EDITED-WRBrochure25_Full-Layout-no-bleeds.pdf