The La Crosse Public Library Children and Families Department offers early literacy services, family enrichment activities, youth and teen collections, community outreach, tours, technology, and programs which are fun for all ages. Our expert staff can find a great book for any reader and are pleased to bring these services out into our community whenever we can. For more information about our services or programs, contact us as 608-789-7100 or info@lacrosselibrary.org.
Tours
Find out how the library works, get cards for your students and hear a story during a tour of your local library.
Types of Activities:
- 4K Class Visits: Librarians visit your classroom with stories, music, fingerplays and more. We can also deliver books by request.
- Kindergarten Stars Tour: This program welcomes kindergarten classrooms for a storytime, tour of the Children’s Room and a behind the scenes sneak peek! La Crosse School District visits usually happen every January and February.
- Second Grade Stars Tour: This special “big kid” tour includes the Children’s Room, an in-depth behind the scenes tour and a variety of booktalks sure to get your class talking about the best new children’s books for second graders.
Books to Go
Want a new set of books each month for students and families? Let us bring our books to your classroom! Books to Go check-out can be done in many ways -- a rotating set of library books can be brought to your classroom once each month; Librarians can bring books for kids to check out individually; books on a certain theme can be chosen ahead of time and held at your nearest library.
Other Special Events
Are you planning a Family Fun Night, School Carnival, Literacy Night or other special event and want the library to participate? We can provide informational booths, craft activities, and more!
For more information or service requests, email us at: outreach@lacrosselibrary.org.
Upcoming Events
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.
Swirl, dip, and design to create one-of-a-kind marbled patterns using just water and nail polish!
All are welcome. If you need accommodation for any reason, please call the Library at (608) 789-7100 or email info@lacrosselibrary.org.
Designed for ages 10-24 months, this 30 minute storytime features stories, singing, exploring and play. Prepare for lots of movement and laughter!
Designed for ages 10-24 months, this 30 minute storytime features stories, singing, exploring and play. Prepare for lots of movement and laughter!
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.
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.
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.
Designed for all ages, this 30-minute storytime features stories, singing, exploring and play. Prepare for lots of movement and laughter!
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.