Oak Creek Public Library

Are you interested in volunteering at the library? Come and learn about the teen volunteer program and opportunities available this summer. This orientation is required for new volunteers. New volunteers must submit the volunteer application before the event. The online application form is&nbsp;available at <a href="https://oakcreeklibrary.org/teen-volunteers" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://oakcreeklibrary.org/teen-volunteers</a>.

This program is for those entering grades 7-12 in Fall 2026 and will take place in the Multi-purpose Room. Registration is required. Register by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: Teen Volunteer Orientation at Oak Creek Public Library

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Teen Volunteer Orientation at Oak Creek Public...

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

Teen Volunteer Orientation at Oak Creek Public Library

Are you feelin’ quizzy? Join us for a night full of trivia and fun! Snacks, beverages, and music will accompany a mix of easy, medium, and hard questions. There are a total of five rounds—all different categories—and each round has ten questions. Members of the winning team will receive an OCPL Trivia trophy and a gift card to a local business.
Doors to the Multi-purpose Room open at 5:30 p.m. and trivia starts promptly at 6:00 p.m. Registration is required. Please limit your team to a minimum of two members and up to a maximum of six members. Register by visiting <a href="https://oakcreeklibrary.org/events/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">oakcreeklibrary.org/events</a> or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900. This program is intended for adults and is sponsored by the <a href="https://oakcreeklibrary.org/friends/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Friends of the Oak Creek Public Library</a>.

Local Event: OCPL Trivia Night

OCPL Trivia Night

Are you feelin’ quizzy? Join us for a night full of trivia and fun! Snacks, beverages, and music will accompany a mix of easy,...

Emerald Preserve Park

Join accomplished birders Austin Hribar and Beto Duron for a 45-minute beginner-friendly walk around <a href="https://www.oakcreekwi.gov/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/32/459" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Emerald Preserve</a>. They will highlight birds, blooming wildflowers, plants of interest, and other local wildlife. The space is very accessible with well-maintained trails, making it ideal for all ages and abilities!
The group will meet at the beginning of the Emerald Preserve trail just off of S 6th Street, opposite the library. This program is open to all ages. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required. When registering, please indicate if you need to borrow a pair of binoculars or if you plan to bring your own. 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: Guided Nature Walk at Emerald Preserve

Guided Nature Walk at Emerald Preserve

Join accomplished birders Austin Hribar and Beto Duron for a 45-minute beginner-friendly walk around Emerald Preserve. They...

Please join us for OCPL's annual 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. Winners of the <a href="https://oakcreeklibrary.org/ocpl-poetry-contest/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Poetry Contest</a> from April 2026 will be awarded at the beginning of this event and then invited to share their winning entries. 
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 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 all ages. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. If you would like to participate in the open mic, registration is recommended but not required.&nbsp; 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.&nbsp;

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

Poetry Open Mic Night at Oak Creek Public Library

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

Join Dementia Care Specialist Candice LeGros as she focuses on the 10 risk factors you can monitor to keep your brain healthy as you age. She will discuss introductory information on dementia, risk factors for developing memory loss, normal vs not normal aging, warning signs of Alzheimer’s, ways to reduce your risk of developing memory issues, and the importance of early detection. The first step to reducing your risk of developing memory issues is becoming educated on the topic and making lifestyle changes to incorporate heathier habits! 


This program will take place in the Multi-purpose Room and is geared toward adults. Registration is not required. Made possible in part by the <a href="https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/adrc/index.htm" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Milwaukee County Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC)</a>. Find out more by visiting <a href="https://oakcreeklibrary.org/events/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">oakcreeklibrary.org/events</a> or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: Better Brain Health at Oak Creek Public Library

Better Brain Health at Oak Creek Public Library

Join Dementia Care Specialist Candice LeGros as she focuses on the 10 risk factors you can monitor to keep your brain healthy...

Did you know that our Library of things has <a target="_blank" href="https://oakcreeklibrary.org/library-of-things/#digitization" rel="nofollow noopener">digitization equipment</a>? This class will show you how to convert your analog materials (VHS, cassette, and film negatives) into digital format. In addition, there will be instruction on how to use the Blue Yeti recording microphone and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.audacityteam.org/" rel="nofollow noopener">Audacity</a>&nbsp;as well as discussion about the different drives and hubs the library has available for checkout.
 This is a single-session class that will take place in the Technology Training Lab and requires registration. Register by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: Convert Your Memories – Analog to Digital at Oak Creek Public Library

Convert Your Memories – Analog to Digital at...

Did you know that our Library of things has digitization equipment? This class will show you how to convert your analog...

Convert Your Memories – Analog to Digital at Oak Creek Public Library

Unearth a Story! Join Oak Creek Public Library in reading over the summer. This all-ages Summer Reading Challenge runs Saturday, June 13 – Saturday, August 15. 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. Prizes will be available Saturday, June 27 – Saturday, August 15, or while supplies last. Register online starting June 13 by visiting <a href="https://oakcreeklibrary.org/src" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://oakcreeklibrary.org/src</a>. Participants will receive electronic badges as they reach reading and activity milestones. Even after the main challenge is completed, participants will still be able to continue logging their reading, writing book reviews, and doing activities throughout the summer.
Celebrate the start of the Challenge by attending the Summer Reading Kick-Off at the <a href="https://www.oakcreekwi.gov/visitor/events/farmers-market" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Drexel Town Square Farmers Market</a> on Saturday, June 13. Attendees of all ages will be able to learn more about the Challenge and can grab some swag (while supplies last) at the library’s booth from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Story Time based on this year's theme, "Unearth a Story," will take place at 9:30 a.m. and again at 10:30 a.m. This story time is geared toward children ages 4-8, with an adult, though all ages are welcome. Registration is not required, and attendees should feel free to bring a blanket to sit on.
New this year are two very unique programs. Librarians and early childhood professionals can register to attend Music Play is Learning Play with Jim Gill: A Professional Development Workshop for Early Childhood Educators &amp; Librarians held Friday, August 14 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. in the Multi-purpose Room. Award-winning musician and author Jim Gill celebrates the joy of music and challenges educators to think of music beyond the video screen to take every advantage of musical opportunities to help young children learn. This session will include strategies to promote family and caregiver engagement in programming as well as a discussion connecting the practical activities with the 5 practices of the <a href="https://everychildreadytoread.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">ALA's Every Child Ready to Read</a> program. Attendees will leave this session inspired to celebrate in the classroom with new songs and playful literacy activities. Registration will be available on the <a href="https://oakcreeklibrary.org/events/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">library’s events calendar</a>&nbsp;starting May 4th.
Later the same day, everyone is invited to take part in <a href="https://www.oakcreekwi.gov/visitor/events/kids-nights" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Kids Night at Drexel Town Square</a> for the Summer Reading Finale featuring A Sing-Along &amp; Play-Along Concert with Jim Gill. Get ready to sing, clap, and dance along! Jim Gill’s music invites children, parents, and grandparents to sing, dance, and play together. This concert is geared toward all ages, but please note that children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required.
The Summer Reading Challenge, Kick-Off event, and Story Time are sponsored by the <a href="https://oakcreeklibrary.org/friends/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Friends of the Oak Creek Public Library</a>. Please note that all programs may be modified, canceled, or postponed due to inclement weather. In the event of changes, updates will be available on the library's Facebook page at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/oakcreeklibrary" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/oakcreeklibrary</a>. For more information about the Summer Reading Challenge and related programs, please visit <a href="https://www.oakcreeklibrary.org/events" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.oakcreeklibrary.org/events</a> or call (414) 766-7900.

Local Event: 2026 Summer Reading Challenge, Kick-Off Event, Performances & Workshop at Oak Creek Public Library

2026 Summer Reading Challenge, Kick-Off Event,...

Unearth a Story! Join Oak Creek Public Library in reading over the summer. This all-ages Summer Reading Challenge runs...

2026 Summer Reading Challenge, Kick-Off Event, Performances & Workshop at Oak Creek Public Library

Join us as we kick-off our summer STEAM Labs with a fun dinosaur dig. We will talk about dinosaurs, fossils, and paleontology before "digging up" our own fossils! 
This program is for those in grades 1-2 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is required. Find out more 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: STEAM Lab: Dino Dig!

STEAM Lab: Dino Dig!

Join us as we kick-off our summer STEAM Labs with a fun dinosaur dig. We will talk about dinosaurs, fossils, and paleontology...

Join us as we kick-off our summer STEAM Labs with a fun dinosaur dig. We will talk about dinosaurs, fossils, and paleontology before "digging up" our own fossils! 
This program is for those in grades 3-6 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is required. Find out more 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: STEAM Lab: Dino Dig! 2.0

STEAM Lab: Dino Dig! 2.0

Dinosaur Ranger Academy with <a href="https://www.dinosaurswildchicago.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Dinosaurs Wild</a> features educational content, puppetry, and audience interaction with realistic baby dinosaur puppets. The live show will be followed by a dino meet and greet!
This program is geared toward children ages 4-11, with an adult, and will take place in the Multi-purpose Room. Registration is not required. Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: Dinosaur Ranger Academy with Dinosaurs Wild at Oak Creek Public Library

Dinosaur Ranger Academy with Dinosaurs Wild at...

Dinosaur Ranger Academy with Dinosaurs Wild features educational content, puppetry, and audience interaction with realistic...

Dinosaur Ranger Academy with Dinosaurs Wild at Oak Creek Public Library

Tuesdays, June 16 - July 21 from 9:30-9:50 a.m. and 10:30-10:50 a.m.
This 15-20 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages birth to 24 months, with an adult (siblings welcome). Come enjoy short stories, songs, and lapsit rhymes that foster early literacy. Play time with toys to follow.Registration is not required. Each session will take place in the Story Time Room. Please only attend one time slot per day. Find out more 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: Baby Story Time at Oak Creek Public Library

Baby Story Time at Oak Creek Public Library

Tuesdays, June 16 - July 21 from 9:30-9:50 a.m. and 10:30-10:50 a.m.
This 15-20 minute Story Time is geared toward children...

Use stone pebbles to create a fun, circular mosaic you can put in your garden or hang on your wall. 
This program is for those in grades 6-9 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is required. Find out more 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: Middle School: Dinosaur Trinket Dish

Middle School: Dinosaur Trinket Dish

Use stone pebbles to create a fun, circular mosaic you can put in your garden or hang on your wall. 
This program is for those...

This 30-minute Story Time welcomes children of all ages with their caregivers and seniors from the community. It will feature stories and songs followed by a playtime and social for attendees. 
Where to meet us: 
June 19: The Oak Creek Public Library Multi-purpose Room, 8040 S 6th St

Registration is not required. Find out more by visiting <a href="https://oakcreeklibrary.org/events/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">oakcreeklibrary.org/events</a> or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: Intergenerational Story Time at Oak Creek Public Library

Intergenerational Story Time at Oak Creek...

This 30-minute Story Time welcomes children of all ages with their caregivers and seniors from the community. It will feature...

Intergenerational Story Time at Oak Creek Public Library

Come join us as we create dinosaur skeletons using pasta for our Pasta Paleontology STEAM Lab. 
This program is for those in grades 1-2 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is required. Find out more 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: STEAM Lab: Pasta Paleontology

STEAM Lab: Pasta Paleontology

Come join us as we create dinosaur skeletons using pasta for our Pasta Paleontology STEAM Lab. 
This program is for those in...

Work together in groups to make a recycled dinosaur. We will display your masterpiece in the library after the program ends. 
This program is for those in grades 3-6 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is required. Find out more 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: STEAM Lab: Recyclosaurus

STEAM Lab: Recyclosaurus

Work together in groups to make a recycled dinosaur. We will display your masterpiece in the library after the program ends....

Local Event: Middle School: Stone Mosaics

Middle School: Stone Mosaics

This 20-25 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). Get ready to nurture early literacy with stories, songs, and rhymes and get excited to meet a special guest! Come say "hello" to our City Clerk to learn all about voting and elections. &nbsp; 

Registration is not required. This program will be held in the Multi-purpose Room. Find out more 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: City Workers Story Time: City Clerk

City Workers Story Time: City Clerk

This 20-25 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). Get ready to nurture early...

Let's celebrate America's 250th anniversary by giving back to the community. We'll have various craft projects available for kids to make that we will gift to senior citizens and veterans in the community. Please wear something that can get messy! 
All ages and genders are welcome, though this program is designed for ages 4-11 with an adult and will take place in the Multi-purpose Room.&nbsp;Registration not required. Find out more 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: Family Fun: STEAM Makerspace with WIT4Girls

Family Fun: STEAM Makerspace with WIT4Girls

Let's celebrate America's 250th anniversary by giving back to the community. We'll have various craft projects available for...

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Join us Saturday, May 2nd from 10-2 for the <a href="https://familygenerationsexpo.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Family Generations Expo</a> – a FREE, fun-filled day for everyone from age 5 to 95.
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 <li>Free Bingo - Enjoy playing in either the morning or afternoon session and win prizes.</li>
 <li>Free Indoor Family Fun Park - Play a variety of games including Retro Pac Man, Hot Wheels, Dance Mats, Rock' Em Sock' Em Robots, Foosball Frenzy, Magna Tiles, bracelet making, rubber stamping and more.</li>
 <li>Free Photo Booth - Capture the moment with your friends and family with fun dress up props and take home a great memory!</li>
 <li>Free NoodleHead Trivia Challenge® - Play solo or gather a team of people from different generations to answer questions about things from the 1950's to today and win the grand prize!</li>
 <li>Free Hourly Drawings - Win a Visa gift card just for coming!</li>
 <li>Free Expo Hall - Speak with experts from more than 45 companies and see products and get information for home remodeling projects, retirement planning, financial advice, family vacations and more.</li>
 <li>Free Health Screenings - Get your blood pressure checked, discover your Body Mass Index and test your balance with healthcare professionals.</li>
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Bonus Raffle Ticket: <a href="https://familygenerationsexpo.com/attend/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register online</a> now and get an extra raffle ticket when you arrive! That’s 2 chances to win a Visa gift card – but only if you sign up early. Visit <a href="https://familygenerationsexpo.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">FamilyGenerationsExpo.com</a>&nbsp;to see all of the fun in store for everyone.

Local Event: Family Generations Expo

Family Generations Expo

Join us Saturday, May 2nd from 10-2 for the Family Generations Expo – a FREE, fun-filled day for everyone from age 5 to 95.

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Baby Story Time at Oak Creek Public Library

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