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The Great
๏ปฟPumpkin Hunt ๐
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Begins Friday, October 17 and runs through Sunday, November 2
๐ซ No registration required
Children, teens, and adults of all ages are invited to join the hunt for specially decorated pumpkins haunting the windows of Shorewood businesses!
Trick-or-treat bags await all children who complete the hunt and can be picked up at the library, while teens and adults who complete the hunt will be entered into a drawing for gift cards to Shorewood businesses!
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How To Haunt:
Ghost-Its ๐ป
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Friday, October 3 and Monday, October 6
๐ 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
๐ Library Program Room (Upstairs)
๐ซ No registration required
Help us create two giant ghost mosaics from hand-drawn sticky notes with Milwaukee artist and Shorewood Library clerk Zack Pieper, as part of his ongoing โghost-itsโ project --thousands of tiny ghosts haunting public spaces across the country.
- Open to allโespecially kids (Grades Kโ5) and families!
- No art skills needed
- Materials provided
- Creative, welcoming space. Every ghost welcome!
Bring your friends, family, and neighbors and get ready to haunt the Library! ๐ป
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Journey to the End of the Earth: Safari
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Thursday, October 23
๐ 6:30 PM
๐ Village Center Meeting Room (Downstairs)
๐ซ No registration required
Join photographers Jeannรฉe Sacken and Michael Briselli for a captivating armchair safari through southern Africa!
Discover the endangered wildlife they encountered on their latest adventure, including rhinos, giraffes, and more!
Presented with generous support from the Friends of the Shorewood Public Library.
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Shorewood SCAN Day
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Saturday, October 4
๐ 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
๐ Village Center Meeting Room (Downstairs)
๐ซ No registration required
๏ปฟSCAN Day is your chance to help preserve Shorewoodโs story!
Bring in Shorewood-related photos or documents from the mid-1900s to today and weโll scan or photograph them for Shorewood Historical Society's digital archive. You'll get your originals back, plus a thumb drive with digital copies.
Please see important notes on what to bring and SCAN Day details here.
This program is presented in partnership with the Shorewood Historical Society. Questions? Email shorewoodhistory@yahoo.com.
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Drop-In D&D
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Every Tuesday
October 7, 14, 21, and 28
๐ 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
๐ Library Program Room (Upstairs)
๐ซ No registration required
๏ปฟCurious about role playing games? Looking for a friendly local group? Have a character concept youโre dying to try out? Join our campaign!
We're hosting 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons every Tuesday from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM. First-time players are welcome!
Questions? Email shorewood@mcfls.org
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Lizzie Borden and the Borden Murders:
The Original CSI
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Thursday, October 9
๐ 6:00 PM
๐ Village Center Meeting Room (Downstairs)
๐ซ No registration required
Join us for a captivating evening exploring one of America's most notorious unsolved crimes: the 1892 hatchet murders of Andrew and Abby Borden.
Chicago actor and storyteller Edward Dzialo, a Fall River, MA native like Lizzie Borden herself, shares a compelling presentation filled with historical photos, memorabilia, and personal insights into the town and the mystery that still haunts it. Whether you're a true crime fan or just curious, this program invites you to revisit the evidence and form your own theory about what really happened.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Shorewood Public Library.
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Tuesday, October 14
๐ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
๐ Library Program Room (Upstairs)
๐ซ No registration required
Discover the wonders within. โKnow Your Body 101โ is an all-ages exploration of the human body, from bones to brains and muscles to mitochondria.
Octoberโs talk will explore the fascinating world of our immune systemโits organs, cells, how it activates, and how it distinguishes between self and non-self.
Taught by Emily Klik, LMT, CST, this fascinating course reveals the hidden systems that keep you moving, breathing, and thinking.
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Tuesday, October 21
๐ 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
๐ Library Program Room (Upstairs)
๐ซ No registration required
Calling all bookworms! Hereโs a fun, casual opportunity to discuss some of your favorite books -- and perhaps discover your next great read. Here, there will be no assigned books for discussion, but rather an opportunity to speak on any book at all. Everybody will get a chance to speak if they choose, otherwise all are invited to simply lend an ear.
This program is made possible in partnership with the Shorewood Senior Resource Center.
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Shorewood Shuffles
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Thursdays,
October 9 and October 23*
๐ 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
๐ Library Program Room (Upstairs)
๐ซ 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!
*We'll have a special, featured game on October 23: Join us for Dragonwood, a thrilling adventure where you'll face fiery dragons, sneaky goblins, and grumpy trolls! Collect cards, roll dice, and use clever strategy to conquer the ever-changing forest.
This program has been made possible in part by the Friends of the Shorewood Public Library.
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Craft & Chat
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Tuesday, October 28
๐ 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
๐ Library Program Room (Upstairs)
๐ซ No registration required
๏ปฟLooking to relax, create, and connect?
Join Craft & Chat -- a welcoming space where adults of all skill levels can bring a project, share ideas, and enjoy some crafty fun together!
We'll gather on the last Tuesday of each month for our Craft & Chat sessions.
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Author Visit with Andrea Beaty
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Wednesday, October 1
๐ 4:00 PM
๐ Village Center Meeting Room (Downstairs)
๐ซ Registration is required. Click Here to Register
Join us at the Shorewood Public Library for a special visit from Andrea Beaty, bestselling author of the beloved Questioneers series, including Rosie Revere, Engineer and Ada Twist, Scientist! Andrea will share her newest picture book, Billie Jean Peet, Athlete -- a joyful, empowering story about discovering your unique talents and marching to the beat of your own drum. Perfect for kids ages 4 and up, this is a can't-miss event for young readers and their families!
Thank you to our co-sponsor for this event, Boswell Book Company.
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French Club for Kids
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Thursdays,
October 2, 9, 23 and 30
No Club on October 16
๐ 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
๐ Library Program Room (Upstairs)
๐ซ No registration required
Parlez-vous franรงais?
Join us for French Club for Kids, a fun, interactive way to learn French at the library! Weโll explore colors, numbers, and animals through songs, crafts, games, speaking, and writing. Thereโs even a pretend "restaurant"!
This program is geared towards children ages 6-12 and led by Madame Diane, a seasoned French instructor from the Milwaukee area. ร bientรดt!
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Switch Gaming Lab
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Every other Wednesday,
October 8 and October 22
๐ 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
๐ Library Program Room (Upstairs)
๐ซ No registration required
Join us for an afternoon of friendly switch gaming competition! We will have a few games to play on our big screen in the Library Program Room.
This program is geared for children ages 8-11. Drop-in anytime during our session to play a round and have some fun!
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All-Ages Story Time
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Every other Thursday
๏ปฟOctober 9 and October 23
๐ 9:30 AM
๐ Village Center Meeting Room (Downstairs)
๏ปฟJoin us for this 30 minute story time 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, bubbles, and much more! ๐ซง๐ต
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LEGO Club
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Every other Monday,
October 13 and October 27
๐ 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
๐ Library Program Room (Upstairs)
๐ซ No registration required
Join 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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AtoZdatabases
AtoZdatabases is a comprehensive tool for reference, research, marketing, job searching, and sales leads. It offers access to:
- 30 million business and executive profiles
- 240+ million U.S. residents with lifestyle data
- 7+ million real-time job listings
- 2 million new businesses
- 12+ million healthcare professionals
- 12+ million new movers
- 2 million new homeowners
Ideal for market research, mailing lists, employment, background checks, and more.
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What Will Shorewood Read? ๐
The Countdown to Shorewood Reads 2026 Has Begun!
We kicked things off in late September with the first of four weekly clues leading up to our title reveal on October 23 at 5:00 PM!
๐ฏ Guess the Book!
Each Thursday in October leading up to the reveal, weโll drop a new clue on social media and in the library lobby.
Submit your guess for a chance to win a $25 Boswell Books gift cardโwinner announced on reveal day!
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๐ What is Shorewood Reads?
Returning in spring 2026, Shorewood Reads is a village-wide reading initiative that brings the entire community together around one incredible book. Through events, discussions, and shared stories, weโll connect as readers and as neighbors, culminating in a day of events with the author on Thursday, April 23, 2026.
Shorewood Reads 2026 is presented in partnership by the Shorewood Public Library and the Friends of Shorewood Public Library. Stay tuned for full details!
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Drop-In D&D ๐ฒ
Our new Drop-In Dungeons & Dragons gatherings on Tuesday nights have been a fantastic addition to our weekly library programming!
Each session welcomes both seasoned adventurers and curious newcomers, offering a friendly, inclusive environment to explore imagination, teamwork, and storytelling.
Thanks to everyone who joins in on Tuesdays, and we look forward to seeing where the campaign takes us!
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Music of the West African Kora
In early September, we had the pleasure of diving into the rich and captivating sounds of the West African kora with talented musician Sean Gaskell!
He gave us a fascinating look into the instrumentโs history and shared stories from his time studying in West Africa.
It was a truly memorable experience, and weโre so grateful to everyone who joined us.
A big thank you to Sean and all who came out to make the event so special! ๐ถ๐โจ
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See all of our upcoming October 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 October 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. No registration required.
| | This month, we're sharing our favorite spooky movies to watch on Halloween night! ๐ Check them out at the library! | | Aliens ๏ปฟ(Part of the Alien quadrilogy) | |
"Nothing makes me jump like the xenomorphs from the movie Aliens. With our Alien quadrilogy
collection, a patron could have a Halloween marathon and watch all four movies easily!"
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Tucker & Dale vs Evil,
streaming on Kanopy, the Library's free video streaming service!
| "This 2006 flick isn't only super cozy and nostalgic to me, it's also just a genuinely good film with an intriguing villain, memorable characters, and beautiful animation." | "The attention to detail is unmatched, with an ending that will have you eager to play it back and see what they were telling us all along." | | "An amazing anti-hero movie." | "Plenty of jump scares and ambiance, with the additional exhumation of the cultural legacy that was Cabrini-Green." | |
The Old Dark House,
streaming on Kanopy, the Library's free video streaming service!
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"I'd like to recommend the movie The Old Dark House available to stream on Kanopy. It's an old one, from 1932, but don't let the age put you off. James Whale's follow-up to his film-turned-cultural phenomenon "Frankenstein" is a unique and thoroughly enjoyable spooky flick. Arguably proto-horror in that it's a movie that feels a little confused over its own genre, so what we get is part-romance, part-family comedy, part-social satire, part-haunted house, all-silly good time. Also features what I would call Boris Karloff's best performance as a creepy butler.
All in all, it's a fantastic choice to kick off Spooktober!"
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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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