Important: Note Change in Open Hours Starting 1/1/2026

Main Library: Mon-Thu 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-1 p.m., CLOSED SUNDAY

North Library: Mon-Thu 2 p.m.- 6 p.m.

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This event is in the "Adult" group

Chair Yoga

10:00am–10:45am
Adult
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower-Level Auditorium (Auditorium B)
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

Adult Craft: Victorian Puzzle Purse Valentines

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adult
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower-Level Auditorium (Auditorium B)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us in creating your own Valentine’s Day card inspired by this historical design, where its decoration is just as meaningful as the words inside!

This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "High School" group

First Friday: Nerf Battle Royale

4:30pm–6:00pm
Middle School, High School
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower-Level Auditorium (Auditorium B)
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Games & Play
Event Details:

NERF BATTLE ROYALE RETURNS! Test your skills and team up for an action-packed evening of team strategy and competition.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Qigong

9:30am–10:30am
Adult
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower-Level Auditorium (Auditorium B)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Qigong (pronounced chee-gong) is an ancient health enhancing movement practice.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Family" group

1st Saturday Storytime

11:30am–12:00pm
Preschool, Elementary, Family
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower-Level Auditorium (Auditorium B)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Designed for all ages, this 30-minute storytime features stories, rhymes, singing, games and dancing. Stick around after storytime for fun activities and crafts!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Chair Fitness

9:00am–9:30am
Adult
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower-Level Auditorium (Auditorium B)
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

This event is in the "Adult" group

Monday Mornings at Main

10:00am–11:00am
Adult
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower-Level Auditorium (Auditorium B)
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 "Elementary" group

Make & Play Mondays: STEM Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Elementary
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower-Level Auditorium (Auditorium B)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Games & Play, Educational
Event Details:

Explore the world of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) with interactive activities and thrilling challenges!  Second Monday of the month: January 12, February 9,  March 9, April 13.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Tuesday

10:00am–11:00am
Preschool
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower-Level Auditorium (Auditorium B)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Games & Play, Educational
Event Details:

Looking for a way to stay warm this winter? Come play with us! We will build with blocks, enjoy free play, and meet new friends at this terrific toddler playgroup. Best for ages 0-5.

 

This event is in the "Adult" group
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room 3 (Main Level, Telehealth Room)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers & Technology Instruction
Event Details:

Join us every second Tuesday of the month for our ongoing technology series, complete with hot drinks and treats! Each session explores a different technology-related topic.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

5:00pm–6:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower-Level Auditorium (Auditorium B)
Event Details:

Monthly Library Board of Trustees meeting.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Storytime

9:30am–10:00am
Preschool, Family
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Level Auditorium (Auditorium A)
Age Group: Preschool, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Designed for ages 10-24 months, this 30 minute storytime features stories, singing, exploring and play. Prepare for lots of movement and laughter!

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Preschool, Family
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Level Auditorium (Auditorium A)
Age Group: Preschool, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Designed for ages 10-24 months, this 30 minute storytime features stories, singing, exploring and play. Prepare for lots of movement and laughter!

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Baby Storytime

12:00pm–12:30pm
Preschool
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Level Auditorium (Auditorium A)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Designed for ages birth-9 months, this 20 minute storytime features simple stories, songs, rhymes, and a lot of interactive fun! A great opportunity to meet other caregivers in the area with playtime happening after storytime.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Chapters Book Discussion: The Rom-Commers

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adult
Main Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower-Level Auditorium (Auditorium B)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Chapters is the La Crosse Public library's monthly book discussion group featuring popular fiction covering a variety of genres.

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Northside After School Club

3:00pm–4:00pm
Elementary
North Library
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

10:00am–10:45am
Adult
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower-Level Auditorium (Auditorium B)
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

Adult Craft: No-Sew Heart Pillows

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adult
Main Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower-Level Auditorium (Auditorium B)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a sweet Valentine’s Day craft as we make a no-sew, heart-shaped pillow using soft felt and cozy fleece! Participants will use simple cutting and tying techniques to create a personalized pillow filled with love.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Chapters Book Discussion: The Rom-Commers

10:00am–11:00am
Adult
Main Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Chapters is the La Crosse Public library's monthly book discussion group featuring popular fiction covering a variety of genres.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Narrative Healing: A Program for Writing and Reflection

10:30am–12:00pm
Adult
Main Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room 3 (Main Level, Telehealth Room)
Age Group: Adult
Registration Required
Event Details:

During narrative healing sessions, we engage with close reading of a poem or text, practice deep listening and attunement with others.  In the shadow of this text, a reflective writing exercise helps us to make personal meaning of the discuss

This event is in the "Adult" group

Chair Fitness

9:00am–9:30am
Adult
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower-Level Auditorium (Auditorium B)
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

This event is in the "Adult" group

Monday Mornings at Main

10:00am–11:00am
Adult
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower-Level Auditorium (Auditorium B)
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 "Elementary" group

Make & Play Mondays: Lego Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Elementary
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower-Level Auditorium (Auditorium B)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Games & Play, Educational
Event Details:

Build extraordinary worlds and let your imagination run wild with every brick! Third Monday of the month: January 19, February 16, March 16, April 20. Best for ages 6-11.  

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Tuesday

10:00am–11:00am
Preschool
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower-Level Auditorium (Auditorium B)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Games & Play, Educational
Event Details:

Looking for a way to stay warm this winter? Come play with us! We will build with blocks, enjoy free play, and meet new friends at this terrific toddler playgroup. Best for ages 0-5.