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

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Middle School, High School
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Hall
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Join us for an epic roleplaying experience with fellow adventurers as we delve into a fantasy world filled with ancient ruins, deadly dungeons, and gruesome monsters. Brand new and skilled players are welcome!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Chair Yoga

10:00am - 10:45am
Adult
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Hall
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health & Fitness
Event Details:

Chair Yoga is adaptable for every body and will offer a sense of ease, relaxation, and strength.

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

Homeschool Hangout

10:30am - 11:30am
Elementary, Family
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creation Space
Age Group: Elementary, Family
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Homeschooling families of all ages are invited to the library for a homeschool hangout! Join us in the Creation Space for an exciting array of STEAM-themed activities that will ignite your creativity while building meaningful connections.

This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Islands of Brilliance: The Fellowship

4:30pm - 5:30pm
High School, Adult
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Trustees Room - Main Library
Age Group: High School, Adult
Program Type: Class
Event Details:

An opportunity for neurodivergent teens and young adults (aged 16 through early 30s) to gather for creative arts-based activities and guided discussions.

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

Enduring Families Project: Children's Stories

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Elementary, Family
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Hall
Age Group: Elementary, Family
Program Type: Storytime, Local History/Genealogy
Event Details:

Join us for a family-friendly event as local author Darrell Ferguson reads an excerpt from his new book: “A Long Way to Find a Home: George Edwin Taylor* as a Child.”

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Chapters: Last Call at the Nightingale

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult
Main Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Trustees Room - Main Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
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.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Gardening Talk & Seed Swap

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult, Family
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Hall
Age Group: Adult, Family
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Join us for a celebration of gardening, featuring conversations with local experts and a community-wide seed swap!

This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Wicked

1:30pm - 4:00pm
Elementary, Middle School, High School, Adult, Family
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium - Main Library
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School, High School, Adult, Family
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us for a showing of Wicked! Popcorn and drinks will be provided. All ages are welcome.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Chair Fitness

9:00am - 9:30am
Adult
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Hall
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health & Fitness

Chair Fitness is an active yet accessible program for all ages and fitness levels! This instructor-led program features upbeat music and energizing routines designed to keep you active and smiling.

Best of all, it’s FREE and hosted at the public library!

⚠️ Please consult your physician or healthcare professional before beginning this or any other fitness program.

Join us and discover how fun and effective chair-based workouts can be!

This event is in the "Family" group.

FRIENDS MONDAY BOOK SALE

9:00am - 12:00pm
Family
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Come join us Mondays 9:00am-12:00pm for the Friends of the La Crosse Public Library book sale in the lower level book room. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Monday Mornings at Main

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Hall
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion, General, Local History/Genealogy, Social Issues
Event Details:

Welcome back to Monday Mornings at Main - our signature lifelong learning program series for ages 50 and better!  Each Monday morning at 10:00AM, we'll hear from a new speaker on a variety of topics ranging from local

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Cut, Compose, Create: Rewritten Rhythm

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Adult
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium - Main Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for a program put on by UWL's Recreational Therapy students! Each week will be something exciting and different. This event will focus on making poetry out of music lyrics.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Make & Play Mondays

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Elementary
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creation Space
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us in the Creation Space as we craft, create, and play. Best for ages 6-11. 
 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Chair Fitness

9:30am - 10:15am
Adult
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Hall
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health & Fitness

Chair Fitness is an active yet accessible program for all ages and fitness levels! This instructor-led program features upbeat music and energizing routines designed to keep you active and smiling.

Best of all, it’s FREE and hosted at the public library!

⚠️ Please consult your physician or healthcare professional before beginning this or any other fitness program.

Join us and discover how fun and effective chair-based workouts can be!

This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Pokémon Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Elementary, Middle School
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Hall
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Join up with other fans to explore the fascinating world of Pokémon! Learn to play the card game, battle with friends, show off your card collection, and hang out.

This event is in the "High School" group.

Teen Zine Making!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
High School
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creation Space
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come and learn about Zines from our special guest, Dexter! We will walk through the history of Zines while also making one of our own. 

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 Hall
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 Hall
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 "Adult" group.

Cloud Storage

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Main Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium - Main Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Class, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Learn more about cloud storage platforms (iCloud, Google Drive, OneDrive) in this class. We will talk about the benefits and drawbacks of online cloud storage and backing-up your devices. No device necessary. 

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Bouncing Babies

12:00pm - 12:30pm
Preschool
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Hall
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 "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Homeschool Hangout

10:30am - 11:30am
Elementary, Family
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creation Space
Age Group: Elementary, Family
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Homeschooling families of all ages are invited to the library for a homeschool hangout! Join us in the Creation Space for an exciting array of STEAM-themed activities that will ignite your creativity while building meaningful connections.

This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Islands of Brilliance: The Fellowship

4:30pm - 5:30pm
High School, Adult
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Trustees Room - Main Library
Age Group: High School, Adult
Program Type: Class
Event Details:

An opportunity for neurodivergent teens and young adults (aged 16 through early 30s) to gather for creative arts-based activities and guided discussions.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Poetry Workshop with Matt Cashion

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Adult
Main Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Hall
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: General
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 98
Event Details:

For National Poetry Month, we are proud to host a poetry workshop with local author Matt Cashion. Bring your notebook or laptop. Writing will happen!

Registration appreciated, but not required.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Upcycle Creation Space Pop-Up!

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Family
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creation Space
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for this Earth friendly Creation Space pop-up where we will be using leftover materials to create new, upcycled art! Open for all ages.