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Faux Stained Glass Bookmarks

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
CREATE Lab (Second Floor) at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult

Bring the warmth of stained glass into your reading with these colorful, light-catching bookmarks. Paint your own stained glass-inspired creations using simple materials and easy techniques.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: CREATE Lab (Second Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring the warmth of stained glass into your reading with these colorful, light-catching bookmarks. Paint your own stained glass-inspired creations using simple materials and easy techniques.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Gemini said Flyer for "Raising Rainbows," an LGBTQIA+ family playgroup. Third Saturdays, 9–10:30 AM. Includes storytime, crafts, and park playtime for ages 3–7. Hosted by The Center and local library partners.

Raising Rainbows

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:30am
Outreach
Program Type:
Storytime, Games & Play, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Family

Raising Rainbows in an inclusive playgroup for LGBTQIA+ families.  Join us at The Center for storytime and a craft, then walk with us to Cameron Park for Muscles in Motion and playtime!. All are welcome. Best for Ages 3-7. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Preschool, Family
Program Type: Storytime, Games & Play, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Raising Rainbows in an inclusive playgroup for LGBTQIA+ families.  Join us at The Center for storytime and a craft, then walk with us to Cameron Park for Muscles in Motion and playtime!. All are welcome. Best for Ages 3-7. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Chair Fitness

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Main Level Auditorium (Auditorium A) at Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult

Join Jamie for a chair fitness class which features low-impact exercises that focus on building strength, improving flexibility, and boosting cardiovascular health.  This offering will be very suitable for all abilities, and everyone can

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Level Auditorium (Auditorium A)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join Jamie for a chair fitness class which features low-impact exercises that focus on building strength, improving flexibility, and boosting cardiovascular health.  This offering will be very suitable for all abilities, and everyone can

Friends Book Sale

Friends Monday Book Sale

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Book Sale

Come join us Mondays 9:00am-12:00pm for the Friends of the La Crosse Public Library book sale in the lower level book room. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Come join us Mondays 9:00am-12:00pm for the Friends of the La Crosse Public Library book sale in the lower level book room. 

This event is in the "Adult" group
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Monday Mornings at Main

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Level Auditorium (Auditorium A) at Main Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement, Educational, Health & Wellness, Local History & Genealogy, Performances
Age Group:
Adult

Welcome back to Monday Mornings at Main - our signature lifelong learning program series for ages 50 and better!  Each Monday, we'll hear from a new speaker on a variety of topics ranging from local history, health an

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Level Auditorium (Auditorium A)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Educational, Health & Wellness, Local History & Genealogy, Performances
Event Details:

Welcome back to Monday Mornings at Main - our signature lifelong learning program series for ages 50 and better!  Each Monday, we'll hear from a new speaker on a variety of topics ranging from local history, health an

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Family" group
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Footsteps of La Crosse History Tour: Cass-King Historic District

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Outreach
Program Type:
Local History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adult, Family

Join us in learning about how class, culture, and architecture intersect on La Crosse’s streets. Each week, we will explore a different neighborhood and topic.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Adult, Family
Program Type: Local History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in learning about how class, culture, and architecture intersect on La Crosse’s streets. Each week, we will explore a different neighborhood and topic.

This event is in the "Adult" group
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Tech Help Drop-In at Harry J. Olson

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Outreach
Program Type:
Computers & Technology Instruction
Age Group:
Adult

The La Crosse Public Library is offering monthly Drop-In Technology help at Harry J. Olson Senior Center! Got a new device or need help mastering the one you already have?

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers & Technology Instruction
Event Details:

The La Crosse Public Library is offering monthly Drop-In Technology help at Harry J. Olson Senior Center! Got a new device or need help mastering the one you already have?

This event is in the "Adult" group

Community Blood Drive

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Main Level Auditorium (Auditorium A) at Main Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Adult

Schedule your life-giving donation today! Set an appointment online at: https://www.redcross

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Level Auditorium (Auditorium A)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

Schedule your life-giving donation today! Set an appointment online at: https://www.redcross

This event is in the "Elementary" group
Northside After School Club

Northside After School Club

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
North Library
Program Type:
Games & Play, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary

Join us after school as we play, create, and have fun at the North Library. Only on days when Northside Elementary School is in session.

Best for grades 1-6.

Library Branch: North Library
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Games & Play, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us after school as we play, create, and have fun at the North Library. Only on days when Northside Elementary School is in session.

Best for grades 1-6.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Chair Yoga

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Level Auditorium (Auditorium A) at Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult

Chair Yoga is adaptable for every body and will offer a sense of ease, relaxation, and strength.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Level Auditorium (Auditorium A)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Chair Yoga is adaptable for every body and will offer a sense of ease, relaxation, and strength.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Joy Harjo: Inhabiting Home on Earth Watch Party

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Main Level Auditorium (Auditorium A) at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult

Join us for a virtual watch party of Joy Harjo: Inhabiting Home on Earth!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Level Auditorium (Auditorium A)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Join us for a virtual watch party of Joy Harjo: Inhabiting Home on Earth!

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Wafer storytime flyer

Storytime Fridays in May at Wafer Food Pantry

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Outreach
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Family

May 1; May 8; May 15; May 22; May 29

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Preschool, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

May 1; May 8; May 15; May 22; May 29

CLOSED: MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND

All Day 5/23 - 5/25
Main Library, North Library, Outreach
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, North Library, Outreach
This event is in the "Elementary" group
Northside After School Club

Northside After School Club

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
North Library
Program Type:
Games & Play, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary

Join us after school as we play, create, and have fun at the North Library. Only on days when Northside Elementary School is in session.

Best for grades 1-6.

Library Branch: North Library
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Games & Play, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us after school as we play, create, and have fun at the North Library. Only on days when Northside Elementary School is in session.

Best for grades 1-6.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Chair Yoga

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Level Auditorium (Auditorium A) at Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult

Chair Yoga is adaptable for every body and will offer a sense of ease, relaxation, and strength.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Level Auditorium (Auditorium A)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Chair Yoga is adaptable for every body and will offer a sense of ease, relaxation, and strength.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Wafer storytime flyer

Storytime Fridays in May at Wafer Food Pantry

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Outreach
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Family

May 1; May 8; May 15; May 22; May 29

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Preschool, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

May 1; May 8; May 15; May 22; May 29

This event is in the "Adult" group
Bald eagle and red-winged black birds featured with smiling image of bird watching instructor

Birding 101 (Hosted at The Nature Place)

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 7:30am - 10:00am
Outreach
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult

Bird watching is one of the most popular pastimes in the United States, with approximately 96 million adult participants. The benefits of bird watching extend beyond simple enjoyment.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bird watching is one of the most popular pastimes in the United States, with approximately 96 million adult participants. The benefits of bird watching extend beyond simple enjoyment.

Friends Book Sale

Friends Monday Book Sale

Monday, June 1, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Book Sale

Come join us Mondays 9:00am-12:00pm for the Friends of the La Crosse Public Library book sale in the lower level book room. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Come join us Mondays 9:00am-12:00pm for the Friends of the La Crosse Public Library book sale in the lower level book room. 

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Family" group
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Footsteps of La Crosse History Tour: Caledonia Street

Monday, June 1, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Outreach
Program Type:
Local History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adult, Family

Join us in learning about how class, culture, and architecture intersect on La Crosse’s streets. Each week, we will explore a different neighborhood and topic.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Adult, Family
Program Type: Local History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in learning about how class, culture, and architecture intersect on La Crosse’s streets. Each week, we will explore a different neighborhood and topic.

This event is in the "Adult" group

La Crosse County Veteran Services

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room 2 (Main Floor, Small Study) at Main Library
Age Group:
Adult

Community Office Hours allows Veterans to access the services provided at the county office at different locations throughout the county! No appointments needed, service is provided on a first come, first serve basis. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room 2 (Main Floor, Small Study)
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

Community Office Hours allows Veterans to access the services provided at the county office at different locations throughout the county! No appointments needed, service is provided on a first come, first serve basis. 

Committee of the Whole Meeting

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lower-Level Auditorium (Auditorium B) at Main Library

Monthly Committee of the Whole meeting.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower-Level Auditorium (Auditorium B)
Event Details:

Monthly Committee of the Whole meeting.

Friends Book Sale

Friends Monday Book Sale

Monday, June 8, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Book Sale

Come join us Mondays 9:00am-12:00pm for the Friends of the La Crosse Public Library book sale in the lower level book room. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Come join us Mondays 9:00am-12:00pm for the Friends of the La Crosse Public Library book sale in the lower level book room. 

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Family" group
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Footsteps of La Crosse History Tour: Goosetown & UWL

Monday, June 8, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Outreach
Program Type:
Local History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adult, Family

Join us in learning about how class, culture, and architecture intersect on La Crosse’s streets. Each week, we will explore a different neighborhood and topic.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Adult, Family
Program Type: Local History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in learning about how class, culture, and architecture intersect on La Crosse’s streets. Each week, we will explore a different neighborhood and topic.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Level Auditorium (Auditorium A) at Main Library

Monthly Library Board of Trustees meeting.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Level Auditorium (Auditorium A)
Event Details:

Monthly Library Board of Trustees meeting.