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July 20, 2026

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Still time to sign-up and earn prizes!

We have programs for all ages (Read-to-Me, Children, Teens, and Adult) and many chances to earn prizes!

 

Rock Library of Wisconsin

different rocks with the Badger Talks logo

Thursday, July 23

6:30pm, Community Room


A learning event for adults. Children accompanied by an adult are welcome.


From the 2,000 drillholes throughout the state, to 2 million feet of water-well cuttings, and 15,000 hand samples, the Wisconsin Geological and Natural History Survey (WGNHS) curates and preserves a vast archive of geologic materials from around the state. This presentation covers the diverse collections and highlights recent WGNHS work that utilizes the collections.

Online Resources

With your library card you have access to reliable online resources! See all the databases available on our website Research & Discovery!

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Microsoft Certifications are industry-recognized certifications that provide candidates with a pathway to enhance their technical skills and employability.


Provided by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Information Technology Education Grant in partnership with the Oregon Public Library

Britannica Library

Use an online encyclopedia with age-appropriate reference articles, journals, magazines and more.


Provided by BadgerLink

All Ages Events

TONIGHT Monday Movie Night

Monday Movie Nights at the Oregon Public Library

Monday, July 20

5:30pm, Conference Room


No Registration. Join us for a movie night at the library! Snacks are provided.


Now You See Me, Now You Don’t (PG-13): The Four Horsemen reunite and team up with a new generation of young illusionists to expose a diamond heiress's global money laundering scheme for criminals.

Summer Movie Matinees

Summer Movie Matinees

Tuesday, July 21 - Jurassic Park (PG-13)

10:00am-12:00pm, Conference Room


No Registration. Grab some popcorn and join us for a movie matinee at the Library! Light snacks will be provided.

Family Fun Events

Miller & Mike Comedy Hour

Thursday, July 23, 2:00 pm

Prairie View Elementary School Big Gym (Enter in door #17)

For all ages. No registration.


Interactive comedy juggling show featuring the talents of former Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus clowns Miller & Mike!

J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue's Prehistoric Pets

Thursday, July 30

1:00 pm and 2:30 pm

Community Room at Oregon Public Library


Registration is required. There are two show options. For all ages.


Discover the living descendants of ancient creatures and learn how reptiles, amphibians, and other amazing animals connect us to the age of dinosaurs. Live animals will be present!

Events for Kids & Families

Please check event if registration is required. Questions? Contact Youth Services at oreyouth@oregonlibrary.org, or call the YS Desk at (608)909-2020.

 

Parachute Fun and Special Pajama with OSHP!

Monday Funday

10:00 am

Ages 0-5. No registration


Enjoy a variety of activities!


July 20 - Parachute Play

July 27 - Open Play

Pajama Storytime with Oregon Straw Hat Players

Monday, July 20

6:00 pm

Ages 0-5. No registration.


The Oregon Straw Hat Players bring alive the children's classic picture book Edwina, The Dinosaur Who Didn’t Know She’s Extinct!

 

History Adventures: Prehistoric Times with Dinosaurs

Tuesday, July 14

2:00pm, The Creative Space

No registration. For ages 5-11 and families.


Explore different times and eras in history through hands-on activities and crafts!


This session: we are making dinosaur mini-gardens!

Bricks & Flicks: Cars

Monday, July 22
1:00pm, Children's Program Room

No registration.


While you watch a classic children's movie, you can build with the Library's LEGOs. Get inspired to create!


After the movie, you can continue to build at Block Party till 5 pm!


July 22 Cars

Read to Dog!

Read to Chaos

Tuesday, July 21

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Ages 5 and up. This registration is for one 15 minute time slot starting at 11:00am. Families are welcome to share a time slot. 


Chaos, a French Bulldog, is certified through Alliance of Therapy Dogs.

Read to Millie

Tuesday, August 11

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Ages 5 and up. This registration is for one 15 minute time slot starting at 11:00am. Families are welcome to share a time slot.


Millie, a Black Labrador Retriever, is certified through Pet Partners Therapy Dogs, Read With Me Program, and Dogs on Call, Inc.

 

Events for Tweens

Tween SWITCH Games

Mondays through August 3

3:00pm, The Creative Space

No registration. For tweens going into 4th-5th grades.


Play a rotating schedule of video games on the library’s Nintendo Switch. All equipment provided. 


Runs every Monday from June 15 to August 3 from 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm

Tween Summer Art Club

Wednesday, July 22

3:30pm, The Creative Space

No registration. For tweens going into 4th-5th grades.


The project is SLIME!


Get creative and crafty! Stop by the Creative Space to make crafts like slime, dragon eggs, sticker mosaics, and more!

Tween Hangout

Wednesday, July 29

3:30pm, The Creative Space

No registration. For tweens going into 4th-5th grades.


The activity is Canvas Roulette (a silly painting game where you paint something on a canvas but have to keep passing the canvas to the person next to you)


Tween Hangout is a wide variety of programs including a food program, an escape room, a Ping Pong tournament, and a canvas roulette painting game.

Events for Teens

Teen SWITCH Games

Mondays through August 3

4:30 pm, The Creative Space

No registration. For teens going into grades 6 & up. 


Play a rotating schedule of video games on the library’s Nintendo Switch. All equipment provided. 


Runs every Monday from June 15 to August 3 from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm.

Teen Crafternoon

Thursday, July 23

3:30pm, The Creative Space

No registration. For teens going into grades 6 & up. 


The project is SLIME!


Get creative and crafty! Stop by the Creative Space to make crafts like slime, dragon eggs, sticker mosaics, and more!

Teen Summer Hangout

Thursday, July 30

3:30pm, The Creative Space

No registration. For teens going into grades 6 & up. 


The activity is Canvas Roulette (a silly painting game where you paint something on a canvas but have to keep passing the canvas to the person next to you)


Tween Hangout is a wide variety of programs including a food program, an escape room, a Ping Pong tournament, and a canvas roulette painting game.

Lego Robotics

Thursday, July 23 and August 13

6:30pm, The Creative Space

Registration required. For young people going into 5th -8th grades.


You sign up for each week to build, play, and learn with LEGO Robots. Sessions run every Thursday through August 27.


This program is a partnership with the LEGO Robotics League.

Events for Adults

Book Clubs

Books are available a month ahead of the discussion at the end of the holds shelf. New members welcome! Email bookclub@oregonlibrary.org for more information.

James by Percival Everett

Great Beginnings

Monday, August 10

The Great Beginnings Book Club meets the 2nd Monday of the month.

  • 1:00pm, Oregon Area Senior Center
  • 6:00pm, Conference Room


In July we will discuss James by Percival Everett.

Medicine River by Mary Annette Pember

Brown Bag Book Club

Wednesday, August 19


The Brown Bag Book Group meets the third Wednesday of the month at 11:30 am.


In July we will discuss Medicine River by Mary Annette Pember.

Job Search and Career Building

Registration required. 


What do you want to be when you grow up? Sign up for a free 45-minute 1 on 1 session with career coach Nikki Ryberg.


As a Certified Professional Resume Writer and Certified Digital Career Strategist, Nikki coaches people to reach their job search and professional goals.


Sign up for your free session!

Making Pasta

Fresh pasta on a wooden cutting board and a sprinkle of flour

All supplies are provided. Registration required. A learning event for adults. Children accompanied by an adult are welcome.


Let’s make pasta! Join us for a hands-on adult cooking program where you’ll learn how to make homemade Spaghetti from scratch. 

Northern Comfort Bluegrass

Bluegrass band performing

Thursday, August 6

6:30pm, Community Room



Join us for a special bluegrass and old country performance ​with favorites by Bill Monroe, Flatt and Scruggs, Louvin Brothers, Johnny Cash, Dailey & Vincent, Hank Williams, and many more. Featuring Northern Comfort!

Fiber Arts Meet Up

fiber arts meet up hands doing crafts

Thursday, August 13
6:00-7:30pm, Conference Room

We usually meet the 1st Thursday but will meet the 2nd Thursday in August. 



If you enjoy knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch or another needlecraft, meet up with other fiber art enthusiasts, learn new techniques, exchange ideas, or find inspiration for your next project.


The Oregon Public Library is a welcoming and safe gathering place that meets the information, leisure, civic, and cultural needs of a diverse community.


If you need special accommodations to attend a program, contact library staff at orelib@oregonlibrary.org or (608)835-3656.

Library Hours

Mon-Thu: 9:00am-8:00pm

Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm

Sat: 9:00am-3:00pm

Sun: Closed


Drive through pick up available 


Questions?

Email: orelib@orelib@oregonlibrary.org

Phone: (608) 835-3656

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