Oak Creek Public Library

Do you love to read Japanese comics? Celebrate Manga Day with us! Visit the 2nd floor Service Desk on November 3 to choose a free magnet. One magnet per person, available while supplies last. Remember that you can also check out all kinds of manga in the library’s graphic novel collection.&nbsp; 

This program is geared toward teens. Registration is not required. Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: Manga Day Magnet Giveaway at Oak Creek Public Library

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Oak Creek

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Manga Day Magnet Giveaway at Oak Creek Public...

Do you love to read Japanese comics? Celebrate Manga Day with us! Visit the 2nd floor Service Desk on November 3 to choose a...

Manga Day Magnet Giveaway at Oak Creek Public Library

In this advanced Excel computer class, you will learn how to use PivotTables. PivotTables are a powerful tool used to calculate, summarize, and analyze data, letting you see comparisons, patterns, and trends. This class is recommended for people who have an intermediate level knowledge of Excel (or who have taken an Intermediate Excel class).&nbsp; 

<ul><li>Create drop-downs with data validation and review filtering within a table.</li><li>Gain an understanding of PivotTables and then create, analyze data, and format within one.</li><li>Group Exercise 1: create a PivotTable with others in the class using an existing worksheet.</li><li>Learn how to filter within a PivotTable.</li><li>Group Exercise 2: replicate PivotTable examples with a large data set.</li><li>Create a PivotChart and adjust the data/apply filtering. </li></ul>


This is a single-session class and&nbsp;requires registration. Register by visiting <a href="https://oakcreeklibrary.org/events/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">oakcreeklibrary.org/events</a> or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: Advanced Excel: PivotTables at Oak Creek Public Library

Advanced Excel: PivotTables at Oak Creek Public...

In this advanced Excel computer class, you will learn how to use PivotTables. PivotTables are a powerful tool used to...

Advanced Excel: PivotTables at Oak Creek Public Library

Please join us for a Poetry Open Mic Night! Take the stage or simply come to enjoy our community's talented poets. Poems should be no longer than five (5) minutes in length and should not contain any profanity. Further guidelines are listed below.
Guidelines
<ul><li>Poetry may be in any poetic style and on any subject.</li><li>A poem in its entirety must be an original work by the person doing the reading.<ul><li>Plagiarism is a serious offense with serious consequences.</li><li>Poet may not use any AI software to create poem.</li></ul></li><li>Only one poem per person is allowed.</li><li>All poems must be read in English.</li><li>Poems containing profanity/language that is vulgar, offensive, or inappropriate will not be accepted.</li></ul>
This program will take place in the Multi-purpose Room and is open to teens &amp; adults. If you would like to read your poem, registration is recommended but not required. Those who have registered will be given the opportunity to read in the order they signed up. Registration is not required for general attendance. Register by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: Poetry Open Mic Night at Oak Creek Public Library

Poetry Open Mic Night at Oak Creek Public Library

Please join us for a Poetry Open Mic Night! Take the stage or simply come to enjoy our community's talented poets. Poems should...

Join Oak Creek Public Library in reading over the winter. This all-ages Winter Reading Challenge runs Tuesday, December 1 – Saturday, February 27. Upon registration, participants will have their name added to the window mural overlooking Drexel Town Square. After reading for 15 days, participants will receive a prize (while supplies last). Prizes will be available Tuesday, December 15 – Saturday, February 27, or while supplies last.
<a href="https://www.oakcreekwi.gov/959/Reading-Challenge" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register on our website</a> starting December 1. Be sure to visit the library's events calendar often to stay up to date with all the fun activities the library will have to keep you busy this winter!
Sponsored by the Friends of the Oak Creek Public Library.

Local Event: 2026/2027 Winter Reading Challenge at the Oak Creek Public Library

2026/2027 Winter Reading Challenge at the Oak...

Join Oak Creek Public Library in reading over the winter. This all-ages Winter Reading Challenge runs Tuesday, December 1 –...

2026/2027 Winter Reading Challenge at the Oak Creek Public Library

Learn about potential and kinetic energy by creating catapults to fling marshmallows. Dress for a mess!
This program is for those in grades 2-5 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is required.&nbsp;Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: STEAM Lab: Marshmallow Catapults

STEAM Lab: Marshmallow Catapults

Learn about potential and kinetic energy by creating catapults to fling marshmallows. Dress for a mess!
This program is for...

Are you interested in volunteering at the library? Come and learn about the teen volunteer program and opportunities available this winter &amp; spring. This orientation is required for new volunteers. New volunteers must submit the volunteer application before the event. The online application form will be available <a href="https://oakcreeklibrary.org/teen-volunteers" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a> starting Monday, December 14.&nbsp;
This program is for those in grades 7-12 and will take place in the Multi-purpose Room. Registration is required.&nbsp;Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: Teen Volunteer Orientation

Teen Volunteer Orientation

Are you interested in volunteering at the library? Come and learn about the teen volunteer program and opportunities available...

You are invited to drop-in and play with sensory toys and activities. Each month, we'll focus on a social emotional learning topic related to the <a href="https://www.fredrogersinstitute.org/6fundamentals" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Six Fundamentals of Learning and Growing by Fred Rogers</a>. January's theme is "Times of Solitude."
This program is geared toward ages 3-5, with an adult and will take place in the Story Time Room. Please note: Some of the activities contain small items that could pose a choking hazard. Please stay nearby and actively supervise your child during this event. Dress for mess! Registration is not required.Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: Sensory Play

Sensory Play

You are invited to drop-in and play with sensory toys and activities. Each month, we'll focus on a social emotional learning...

Want to find out more about child care and summer camp options? Visit with different child care and summer camp providers to learn more about their offerings and programs at this exciting one-stop shop event! <a href="https://www.oakcreekwi.gov/985/Child-Care-Summer-Camp-Resource-Fair" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">See the full list of participants.</a>
This program is geared toward parents and families with children ages 0-12. It will take place in the Multi-purpose Room. Registration is not required. Library sponsorship of this event does not constitute an endorsement of the child care &amp; summer camp participants.

Local Event: Child Care & Summer Camp Resource Fair

Child Care & Summer Camp Resource Fair

Want to find out more about child care and summer camp options? Visit with different child care and summer camp providers to...

Learn about the human heart by making a pumping heart model. Dress for a mess!
This program is for those in grades 2-5 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is required.&nbsp;Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: STEAM Lab: The Human Heart

STEAM Lab: The Human Heart

Learn about the human heart by making a pumping heart model. Dress for a mess!
This program is for those in grades 2-5 and will...

You are invited to drop-in and play with sensory toys and activities. Each month, we'll focus on a social emotional learning topic related to the <a href="https://www.fredrogersinstitute.org/6fundamentals" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Six Fundamentals of Learning and Growing by Fred Rogers</a>. February's theme is "The Capacity to Look and Listen Carefully."
This program is geared toward ages 3-5, with an adult and will take place in the Story Time Room. Please note: Some of the activities contain small items that could pose a choking hazard. Please stay nearby and actively supervise your child during this event. Dress for mess! Registration is not required.
Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Learn about magnets through making and playing with magnetic slime. Dress for a mess!
This program is for those in grades 2-5 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is required.&nbsp;Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: STEAM Lab: Magnetic Slime

STEAM Lab: Magnetic Slime

Learn about magnets through making and playing with magnetic slime. Dress for a mess!
This program is for those in grades 2-5...

You are invited to drop-in and play with sensory toys and activities. Each month, we'll focus on a social emotional learning topic related to the <a href="https://www.fredrogersinstitute.org/6fundamentals" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Six Fundamentals of Learning and Growing by Fred Rogers</a>. March's theme is "The Capacity to Play."
This program is geared toward ages 3-5, with an adult and will take place in the Story Time Room. Please note: Some of the activities contain small items that could pose a choking hazard. Please stay nearby and actively supervise your child during this event. Dress for mess! Registration is not required.
Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Babies and toddlers are invited to join us for a drop-in spring break ball. We'll have balls and other sensory activities, baby-friendly crafts, play tunnels, bubbles, and music to move &amp; groove to during the party.&nbsp;
This program is geared toward ages 0-3, with an adult (siblings are welcome) and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is not required.&nbsp;Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: Babies and Toddlers Ball

Babies and Toddlers Ball

Babies and toddlers are invited to join us for a drop-in spring break ball. We'll have balls and other sensory activities,...

Learn about greenhouse gases by making molecules using delicious gum drops. Dress for a mess!
This program is for those in grades 2-5 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is required.&nbsp;Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: STEAM Lab: Gummy Greenhouse Gases

STEAM Lab: Gummy Greenhouse Gases

Learn about greenhouse gases by making molecules using delicious gum drops. Dress for a mess!
This program is for those in...

You are invited to drop-in and play with sensory toys and activities. Each month, we'll focus on a social emotional learning topic related to the <a href="https://www.fredrogersinstitute.org/6fundamentals" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Six Fundamentals of Learning and Growing by Fred Rogers</a>. April's theme is "Self Worth."
This program is geared toward ages 3-5, with an adult and will take place in the Story Time Room. Please note: Some of the activities contain small items that could pose a choking hazard. Please stay nearby and actively supervise your child during this event. Dress for mess! Registration is not required.
Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Learn all about wind energy and make pinwheels. Dress for a mess!
This program is for those in grades 2-5 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is required.&nbsp;Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: STEAM Lab: Wind Energy

STEAM Lab: Wind Energy

Learn all about wind energy and make pinwheels. Dress for a mess!
This program is for those in grades 2-5 and will take place...

You are invited to drop-in and play with sensory toys and activities. Each month, we'll focus on a social emotional learning topic related to the <a href="https://www.fredrogersinstitute.org/6fundamentals" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Six Fundamentals of Learning and Growing by Fred Rogers</a>. May's theme is "Sense of Trust."
This program is geared toward ages 3-5, with an adult and will take place in the Story Time Room. Please note: Some of the activities contain small items that could pose a choking hazard. Please stay nearby and actively supervise your child during this event. Dress for mess! Registration is not required.



Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

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HALLOWINGS Returns to Greendale’s Gazebo Park October 27–November 1!
Scary fun, nearly 600 glowing pumpkins, family activities, live music, a Halloween parade, and a little Ghostbusters magic are coming to Historic Downtown Greendale Village!
Greendale, WI — Gift of Wings is excited to announce the return of HALLOWINGS, bringing six days of Halloween fun to Gazebo Park in Historic Downtown Greendale Village from October 27 through November 1, 2026!
This beloved community tradition promises something for everyone, from glowing pumpkins and spooky kites to family-friendly games, delicious treats, and a Halloween parade featuring some unforgettable surprises.
Nearly 600 Pumpkins Will Light Up Gazebo Park!
Bring your creativity and carve a pumpkin to display at HALLOWINGS — pumpkins are FREE! Leave your creation on display, and Gift of Wings will illuminate it each evening, creating a spectacular display of nearly 600 glowing pumpkins through November 1.
Visitors can also enjoy Pumpkin Bowling, Gourd Golf, live music, food, and beverages Thursday through Sunday. Spooky kites and colorful spinners will add to the Halloween atmosphere as they fly in and around Gazebo Park.
Kids can enjoy free candy, and everyone should keep an eye out for the Giant Pumpkin glowing in the park each night!
The HALLOWINGS costume contest will take place following the Halloween parade on Sunday, November 1, at approximately 3:15 p.m. Come dressed in your Halloween best and join the fun!
PUMPKINS OVER GREENDALE: Watch Pumpkins Fly!
On Saturday, October 31, Gift of Wings will present PUMPKINS OVER GREENDALE at Greendale High School from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Watch as the Gift of Wings trebuchet launches pumpkins through the air before they smash to the ground in spectacular fashion! The current record flight is an impressive 250 feet. A smaller trebuchet will also be on hand to launch gourds.
It’s pumpkin smashing at its finest — and a Halloween spectacle you won’t want to miss!
A Halloween Parade with Ghostbusters Magic!
The Gift of Wings Halloween Parade will bring together children, families, and plenty of creative costumes for a festive celebration through Greendale.
Returning for the second time, the parade will feature a replica of the famous Ghostbusters car, the ECTOMOBILE (ECTO-1), and the Original 1938 Greendale Fire Engine, along with a towering, 25-foot Stay Puft Marshmallow Man and other festive floats.
With plenty of Halloween spirit, colorful costumes, and larger-than-life surprises, this is sure to be a parade to remember!
Who ya gonna call? Ghostbusters!
Come Hungry — The Gift of Wings Grill Is Ready!
No Halloween celebration is complete without great food! The Gift of Wings Grill will serve up crowd favorites, including brats, hot dogs, hot chocolate, and what we believe is the best ice cream in Greendale.
Be sure to save room for our famous Apple Cider Mini Donuts, made fresh and served hot right on-site!
A Greendale Community Tradition
HALLOWINGS is proudly sponsored by Gift of Wings, Greendale Park and Recreation, and GrandHaven LLC.
“We’re excited to bring HALLOWINGS back to Gazebo Park
and continue this wonderful community tradition,” said Scott Fisher of Gift of Wings. “From the glowing pumpkins and family activities to the trebuchet launches and Halloween parade, there’s something for everyone. We invite the entire community to come out, join the fun, and celebrate Halloween with us!”
We would greatly appreciate your help in sharing this event with the community by including HALLOWINGS in your community calendar or considering a feature story about this unique Greendale tradition.
For interviews or additional information, please contact:
Scott Fisher 
Gift of Wings 
Phone: 414-305-3145

Local Event: Hallowings

Hallowings

HALLOWINGS Returns to Greendale’s Gazebo Park October 27–November 1!
Scary fun, nearly 600 glowing pumpkins, family activities,...

REMEMBRANCE FESTIVAL | JANUARY 9–10, 2027 | MADISON, WI
A Sacred Living Arts Gathering of Music, Movement, Creativity &amp; Authentic Human Connection
Remembrance Festival invites you to step out of the ordinary and into an unforgettable experience at the beautiful WYSO Center for Music in Madison.
Featuring DJ Drez &amp; Marti Nikko, this inaugural gathering brings together live music, dance, yoga, conscious breathwork, meditation, sound journeys, healing arts, inspiring conversations, and creative experiences that awaken the senses and bring us together.
Whether you're drawn to the music, curious about exploring something new, or simply longing for genuine human connection, there's something here for you.
Come curious. Leave inspired.
✨ The full festival schedule is LIVE!
🎟️ EARLY BIRD TICKETS END NOVEMBER 1!
Explore the schedule and reserve your place at <a href="https://www.RemembranceFestival.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.RemembranceFestival.org</a>
Gather. Connect. Awaken. Remember.

Local Event: Remembrance Festival

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Remembrance Festival

REMEMBRANCE FESTIVAL | JANUARY 9–10, 2027 | MADISON, WI
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