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๐ July is here! The days are long, the sun is high, and adventure is just a page away!
The summer heat may be blazing outside, but inside your library, itโs a refreshing escapeโpacked with page-turning adventures, engaging programs, and community events that spark connection. Dive in to discover whatโs happening this month! ๐
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Summer Reading Challenges
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Our Summer Reading Challenges are in full swing!
We have Challenges for everyoneโadults, teens, and kids, and they all run through August 15!
There's still plenty of time to join in the fun!
๐ด Adults: Come to the library to pick up a paper bingo log.
๐ต Kids: Come to the library to sign up and pick up paper logs.
๏ปฟ๐ข Teens: Sign up and get started using Beanstack, or come to the library to pick up a paper log.
Choose your group and start reading! ๐
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Summer Celebration
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Thursday, July 24
๐ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
๐ Shorewood Public Library
๐ No registration required
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๐ Get ready for our annual summer party โ the Summer Celebration! Weโre bringing back beloved favorites like Culverโs custard and the Milwaukee Brewers Famous Racing Sausages, along with Peteโs Pops, bubbles, high-energy tunes from DJ Kid Boogie Down - and much more!
Rain or shine, come celebrate summer with friends, neighbors, and the SPL library team! We have tons of fun in store โ you wonโt want to miss it!
This event is generously sponsored by the Lange Bequest.
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NEW
๏ปฟPuzzle Exchange ๐งฉ
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Shorewood Public Library now has a Puzzle Exchange! ๐
Bring in your gently used puzzles and swap them for some exciting new onesโfree and no checkout needed!
You'll find the Puzzle Exchange near our newspaper collection.
Swing by, drop one off, pick one up, and let the puzzle fun begin!
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Library Summer Hours
The library is closed on Sundays in the summer through Labor Day.
We'll be open again on Sundays starting September 7, 2025.
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Shorewood Shuffles: Board Game Nights ๐ฒ
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Thursdays,
July 3, July 17, July 31
๐ 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
๐ Library Program Room (Upstairs)
๐ No registration required
Do you enjoy board games? Looking to learn how to play something new? Join us for casual evenings of board game fun on select Thursdays.
Various games will be provided, and everybody is encouraged to bring their own games too. Both experienced and new board game enthusiasts ages 16 and up are welcome!
This program has been made possible in part by the Friends of the Shorewood Public Library.
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Friday, July 11
๐ 6:00 PM
๐ Shorewood Public Library
๐ No registration required
Shorewood Public Library and the Shorewood Longevity Project present the summer edition of First Friday Walks!
๏ปฟThese 30-40 minute guided walks through the village are planned mindfully to help build community and wellness throughout the summer.
๏ปฟWalks will begin at 6:00 PM at the library and all are welcome to join! Walks will be held in light rain, but if the weather is really inclement, we will cancel. Additionally, feel free to call the library any time at (414) 847-2670 to check in on the status of the walks!
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Craft & Chat
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Tuesday, July 29
๐ 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
๐ Library Program Room (Upstairs)
๐ No registration required
๏ปฟLooking to relax, create, and connect?
Join Craft & Chatโa welcoming space where adults of all skill levels can bring a project, share ideas, and enjoy some crafty fun together!
We'll meet monthly on the last Tuesdays of the month for Craft & Chats. See you there!
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Wednesday, July 30
๐ 6:30 PM
๐ Village Center Meeting Room (Lower Level)
๐ No registration required
Behold the true story of "The Greatest Showman." Years before he revolutionized the circus, P.T. Barnum was the most famous man in the world.
In this program, storyteller and magician William Pack reveals the amazing life of P.T. Barnum through vivid tales and sideshow reenactments.
HEAR the life lessons that shaped this great American showman, MEET the extraordinary people that changed his life, and EXPERIENCE the wonders of his American museum.
| | Programs for Kids, Teens, and Families | | Terrific Tuesdays and One Terrific Thursday | | |
Join us Tuesdays and one Thursday this summer for our fun-filled series of free summer events for kids and families of all ages! Each event features a new adventure with exciting activities, music, and plenty of imagination.
Terrific Tuesdays and One Terrific Thursday are made possible thanks to the generous support of Friends of Shorewood Public Library.
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Marvelous Michelle
Bubble Lady Extraordinaire
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Tuesday, July 1
๐ 1:30 PM
๐ Murray Ave. Lawn (Outside)
๏ปฟDelight in the magic of giant, colorful bubbles with The Marvelous Michelleโa fun mix of performance and hands-on bubble exploration for kids of all ages!
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Artists Working in Education
Art Studio Truck
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Thursday, July 10
๐ 1:30 PM
๐ Murray Ave. Lawn (Outside)
๏ปฟJoin us for an art-filled afternoon with AWEโs Truck Studio! Enjoy free, drop-in art activities led by teaching artists who bring creative, hands-on experiences to parks, libraries, and public spaces for youth and their caregivers.
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Magic Morgan and Liliana
Magic Show
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Tuesday, July 15
๐ 1:30 PM
๐ Village Center Meeting Room (Lower Level)
๏ปฟPrepare to be amazed! Award-winning magicians Magic Morgan & Liliana dazzle with illusions, balloon art, daring stunts, and live animals in a fun, mind-blowing show full of laughs and surprises.
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Bembรฉ Drum and Dance Workshop
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Tuesday, July 29
๐ 1:30 PM
๐ Village Center Meeting Room (Lower Level)
๏ปฟJoin us for an exciting Afro-Latino drum and dance demonstration and workshop led by Bembรฉ Musical Director, Bony Benavides and Program & Dance Director, Imani Jalil! Get ready to learn new dance moves and drumming rhythms!
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French Club for Kids
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Thursdays,
July 10, July 17, and July 31
๐ 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
๐ Library Program Room (Upstairs)
๐ No registration required
Parlez-vous franรงais? Would you like to learn French in a fun library setting? Then come join us for French Club for Kids! To begin, we will be learning colors, numbers, and animals by singing, making crafts, playing games, speaking and writing! There will also be a "restaurant"! ร bientรดt!!!
This program is geared towards children ages 6-12. Our French Club for Kids is hosted and taught by Madame Diane, an experienced French instructor from the Milwaukee area.
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Creation Station
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Fridays,
July 11 and July 25
๐ 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
๐ Library Program Room (Upstairs)
๐ No registration required
๏ปฟChildren of all ages are welcome to the Creation Station, where they can dive into hands-on crafts, colorful creations, and playful activities designed to spark creativity.
Drop in and enjoy a fun, laid-back space where self-expression takes center stage!
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LEGO Club
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Mondays,
July 14 and July 28
๐ 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
๐ Library Program Room (Upstairs)
๐ No registration required
๏ปฟJoin us to build awesome creations using our large LEGO collection! Each session we will provide a prompt or challenge to spark ideas. Participants can use these prompts or they can work on their own ideas to build their own masterpiece.
This program is geared toward children ages 4-12, with an adult (siblings are welcome). Drop in anytime during our designated meeting time and have some fun building!
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Chalk the Walk
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Thursday, July 17
๐ 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
๐ Sidewalk Outside of Library - Meet in the Library Lobby
๐ No registration required
๏ปฟBring your creativity and help transform the library sidewalk into a colorful masterpiece!
This fun, all-ages event is perfect for kids and families.
Weโll provide the chalk โ you bring the imagination!
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Family Food Traditions with PBS Kids Media
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Monday, July 21
๐ 1:30 PM
๐ Library Program Room (Upstairs)
๐ No registration required
๏ปฟListen to a story, play fun games, and serve homemade food to friends and family with your favorite PBS Kidโs characters!
Help us celebrate the diversity of our community through the universal language of food.
This program is geared toward kids ages 4-8, with an adult (siblings are welcome).
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Music & Movement Story Time
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Every other Tuesday
๏ปฟJuly 8 and July 22
๐ 4:00 PM
๐ Library Program Room (Upstairs)
๏ปฟThis 40 minute story time is geared toward children ages 2 to 6, with an adult (siblings are welcome). These sessions incorporate music and movement into all books, songs, and rhymes. Get ready to sing and dance along!
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All-Ages Story Time
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Every other Thursday
๏ปฟJuly 10 and July 24
๐ 9:30 AM
๐ Village Center Meeting Room (Library Lower Level)
๏ปฟThis 40 minute story time is geared toward children ages 6 months to 6 years but is open to all ages, with an adult (siblings are welcome). We will share stories, songs, flannel stories, fingerplays and much more!
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From oil changes to complex engine repairs, ChiltonLibrary puts the power of professional auto repair in your hands โ anytime, anywhere.
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NEW Attraction Passes! ๐
We're excited to announce the addition of several new Attraction Passes to our expanding lineup:
See our full catalog to explore all available Attraction Passes. Wishing you a fun and adventurous summer! ๐
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Longevity Passports
Shorewood Longevity Project's Longevity Passport initiative is well underway at the library!
Pick up your Longevity Passport at our Information Desk this summer and start your journey to a healthier, more connected life!
Complete 16 fun, wellness-focused activities, check them off as you go, and return your Passport to the library to claim a Longevity Goody Bagโyour reward for investing in a vibrant future! ๐
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Speak Up For Your Library!
Federal library funding is at riskโyour voice can help save it.
Stop by the library to write a quick postcard to your elected officialsโlet them know how important the library is to you and your community.
Weโve got everything you need. Just write, drop it in the box, and weโll send it as part of a statewide campaign.
Speak upโbecause libraries arenโt luxuries, theyโre lifelines.
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Monarchs
at the Library ๐ฆ
The monarchs are back! Our beloved butterfly display fluttered its way back to the library in June, and we couldn't be more excited to welcome these incredible travelers once again.
Visit the Children's Room and witness the magic as the monarchs transform from caterpillars into butterflies.
A huge thanks to the Shorewood Monarch Project for helping bring this amazing journey to life! ๐ฆ๐
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Terrific Tuesday: L.E.X.
We kicked off Summer Reading this June with a totally Terrific Tuesday performance! L.E.X. wowed us all with an electrifying, interactive performance that had kids up on their feet, dancing, and smiling from ear to ear. L.E.X.'s powerful, feel-good songs were packed with heart, energy, and positivityโleaving us all inspired!
A big thanks to everyone who joined usโand a special shoutout to L.E.X. for an unforgettable start to the summer! ๐ต๐๐
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See all of our upcoming July programs in our online events calendar! You can filter by age group, view events in a list format, or do a keyword search to find a specific event you're looking for.
Click a button below for all July events by age group:
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Our Book Clubs are welcoming gatherings for book lovers to explore diverse genres, share insights, and foster a sense of community!
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Book Clubs take place in the Library Program Room ๐ No registration required.
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July's PM Book Club pick, set in a sanitarium on the eve of World War I, probes the horrors that lie beneath our most hallowed ideas. Check out The Empusium by Olga Tokarczuk and join the conversation on Wednesday, July 9 at 7:00 PM.
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July's AM Book Club pick is a brilliantly inventive, beguiling story of our shared humanity and the search for home.
Check out A Tale for the Time Being by Ruth Ozeki, and join the conversation on Thursday, July 17 at 11:00 AM.
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Like That Eleanor
by Lee Wind
"A charming new picture book about a young girl trying to live up to her namesake, Eleanor Roosevelt. With a touch of history, this story about standing up for your friends is sure to give parents and children plenty to talk about."
| "Imagery can be a little dark but nothing too intense. Kind of reminds me of when I was a kid and consistently got myself into trouble (and my brother... unfortunately for him). And then getting out of it alright and surviving for another summer. Also really pretty." | | "True story about infant found abandoned in the NYC subway and then adopted by a couple who raised him. At the end there is a photo of the now twenty-something young man and the couple. Very moving!!" | "About an owl famously "released" from the NYC zoo, Flaco, who lived all about the city to much delight for about a year as well as a few other urban-owl stories. Bonus: we have the adult "anf" book about Flaco the owl (The Book of Flaco) as well as Cooper's memoir (Better Living Through Birding) about his Central Park nightmare and his life as a birder!" | | "I like these books because along with what is being read on the page, there is a completely different story going on through the illustrations in the book. It draws kids in and they try to guess the outcome based on the hidden story throughout. They also happen to be super funny reads!" | "Beyond its beautiful artwork and powerful messaging on resilience and the effects of human intervention on nature, this book marked a meaningful turn in my grad school career. I had an assignment to employ storytime strategies with my choice of a picture book, and I chose this one I had never heard of. It remains a book I will recommend to all ages of appreciators of art and nature! ๐" | | |
Friends of the Shorewood Public Library provides financial and volunteer support to Shorewood Public Library. They are wonderful advocates and strive to ensure the library remains a vital and essential part of village life.
Do you love Shorewood Public Library? Click a button below to see how you can join the Friends, or check out the Friends' online bookstore!
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SHOREWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
3920 North Murray Avenue
Shorewood, WI 53211
414 847-2670
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