The La Crosse Public Library will be hosting a series of meetings from March 18-20 to gather input as we begin planning for the future of public spaces at the South Community Library and the Main Street Library. Please visit lacrosselibrary.org/future for more information on how to get involved and to see the full schedule of public meetings. A community survey will be available online and at the front desk of each of all three La Crosse Public Library locations starting on Wednesday afternoon.
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Spring Storytimes
March 12 – April 27
Bouncing Babies (0-9 months)
Wednesdays, 12:00 -12:45 pm, Main Library
Little Movers (10-23 months)
Join us for fun books, rhymes, and songs in this storytime.
Tuesdays, 10:30 - 11:15 am, South Library
Wednesdays, 9:30 - 10:15 am, Main Library
Terrific Twos (2 years)
Thursdays, 10:30 - 11:15 am, Main Library
Family Storytime (all ages)
Join us for fun books, rhymes, and songs in this storytime for all ages.
Wednesdays, 10:30 -11:15 am, South Library (DS)
Thursdays, 9:30 -10:15 am, Main Library (DS)
Saturdays, 10:30 - 11:15 am, Main Library
Play Shoppe--Presented by The Parenting Place
Mondays, 9:30-11 AM, North Community Library
Spring Preschool Programs
Caregiver & Parent Workshop: From Nursery Rhymes to Readers
Monday, March 18, 5:30-7:30 pm, Main Library
Little Miss Muffet sat on her what? Discuss the history and meaning of classic nursery rhymes; find out why they are still relevant today; and discover books, props, and other methods for sharing them with the children in your life! Child care professionals will receive a two-hour state registry certificate. Pizza will be provided. For additional information, please contact the Youth Department at 608-789-7128.
A Family is a Family is a Family: National Library Week Celebration of La Crosse
April 7-13
Join us at all three La Crosse Public Library locations throughout the week for an opportunity to document your own beautiful family of any type. We will provide the photographer and you bring your people. Each participating family will receive a digital copy of their photo via email. Professionally printed photos will be on display in our three La Crosse Libraries for the month of May, after which you will receive the print as well. Check our website for specific times at each location.
Drive-in Movie
Tuesday, April 30, 5:30-6:30 pm, Main Library
Let’s go to the movies! We’ll spend the first part of the program transforming cardboard boxes into pint-sized cars. Then hop in to watch a short movie on the big screen! Popcorn will be provided. Please plan to take your new car home after the program. Best for children ages 0 to 5.
Spring School Age Programs
Lego Club
Tuesday, March 5, 3:30-4:30, North Community Library
Thursday, March 7, 3:30-4:30, South Community Library
Tuesday, April 2, 3:30-4:30 pm, North Library
Thursday, April 4, 3:30-4:30 pm, South Library
Do you love LEGOS? Whether you're a first time LEGO explorer or a master builder, we want you! Be inspired by the monthly theme or build whatever your heart desires. For children of all ages.
Boredom Busters
Tuesday, March 19, 3:30-4:30 PM, South Community Library
Thursday, March 21, 3:30-4:30 PM, North Community Library
Tuesday, April 16, 3:30-4:30 pm, South Library
Thursday, April 18, 3:30-4:30 pm, North Library
Do you need something fun to do after school? We've got you covered with our monthly boredom busters. Will it be games? A craft? A different surprise? Join us to discover what we're doing this month. For children of all ages
Open Tech Lab
Monday, March 11, 4:00 – 6:00 pm, Main Library
Come explore some of our favorite tech toys. Drop in to play with MaKey MaKeys, OSMO, and more. Best for children ages 8+.
Family Nerf Battle
Friday, March 22, 6:00-8:00 pm, Main Library
Ready to join your family and friends in an epic Nerf battle? Let the games begin! Nerf versions of capture the flag, sharks vs. Minnows and more will be played. BYO blaster (some available) and we’ll supply the darts. Pizza will be served. Best for children ages 5+ and their adults.
Library Talent Show
Friday, April 12, 4:30-5:30 pm, Main Library Auditorium
We’re looking to show off our city’s most talented kids during National Library Week! Magicians, singers, dancers, poets, and others are encouraged to sign up for the Library Talent Show. Please grab a registration form at any La Crosse Public Library location to sign up. Don’t feel like performing? Cheer on from the audience. While participants should be children between the ages of 6 and 12, the audience is open to all ages.
A Family is a Family is a Family: National Library Week Celebration of La Crosse
April 7-13
Join us at all three La Crosse Public Library locations throughout the week for an opportunity to document your own beautiful family of any type. We will provide the photographer and you bring your people. We'd especially love to see intergenerational families so bring along all of your loved ones! Each participating family will receive a digital copy of their photo via email. Professionally printed photos will be on display in our three La Crosse Libraries for the month of May, after which you will receive the print as well. Check our website for specific times at each location. All ages
