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All Ages Winter Reading Challenge, January 2 through February 28. Sign up on Beanstack. PlattevillePublicLibrary.beanstack.org

Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 1/2 - 2/28
Program Type:
Books, Games, Other
Age Group:
Everyone
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books, Games, Other
Event Details:

Track your reading and activities this winter and try to achieve Book Bingo! Challenges are available for Adults, Teens, ages 7-11, ages 3-6, and ages birth-35 months.

Pile of books on a table. The text above reads "Monthly Morning Book Chat. The 'no required reading' book club"

Monthly Morning Book Chat

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:30am
Program Type:
Books, Discussion
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Large Study Room (104)
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Books, Discussion

Join fellow book lovers each month for a cup of coffee and a discussion about the books you’ve been reading recently. This book club has no required reading list!

Library Board Meeting

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Conference Room (210)

Platteville International Women's Conversation Club

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library: Platteville Public Library
Room: Large Study Room (104)
Purpose of meeting. (If you checked the “Public” box above, everything in this section will display on the public calendar)

English conversation and cultural exchange

Photo of a large shoe next to a small piece of framed artwork. Text reads "Tiny Art: Art Show"

Tiny Art Show

All Day 2/7 - 2/22
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Library First Floor
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by to enjoy the miniature masterpieces created by library patrons of all ages. 

Ukulele jam

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library: Platteville Public Library
Room: Large Study Room (104)
Purpose of meeting. (If you checked the “Public” box above, everything in this section will display on the public calendar)

Strum and sing with other ukulele enthusiasts

Teen Dessert Kabobs. Saturday, February 7th, 1-2 PM Ages 7th-125h grade. Stack Sweets and eat.

Dessert Kabobs

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Age Group:
Teens (7th - 12th grade)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Children's Space (212)
Age Group: Teens (7th - 12th grade)
Event Details:

Make and enjoy delicious Dessert Kabobs! Stack sweets and eat. Cake, fruit, candy drizzle, and more! 

Knitting

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library: Platteville Public Library
Room: Conference Room (210)
Purpose of meeting. (If you checked the “Public” box above, everything in this section will display on the public calendar)

Knitting

Kids laying down reading in library.

Monday Kids Book Club

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Program Type:
Books, Discussion, Games
Age Group:
Kids (6 - 11 years)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Children's Space (212)
Age Group: Kids (6 - 11 years)
Program Type: Books, Discussion, Games
Event Details:

Children age 7-11 years are invited to pick up a copy of the current book and come to our monthly meetings. Stop in or call the library at 608-348-7441, ext. 3 to register.

This month, we're reading Junie B. Jones series by Barbara Park.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

Children under the age of 9 must be accompanied by a caregiver 14 years of age or older while at Library events. Children under the age of 9 must have a parent or caregiver in the immediate vicinity. 

Food allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photography

The library may photograph or film patrons for library promotional purposes. Please let us know if you do not want yourself or your child to be photographed.

Registration required

Registration is required for this event.

Library Foundation Meeting

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Conference Room (210)
Teen Anime Club, eat snacks and watch anime with us! Featured snack: Pocky! 2nd Wednesday of the month, 5:30-6:30pm, ages 7th-12th grade. Food, fandom, and fun!

Teen Anime Club

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Program Type:
Books, Discussion, Film, Games, Movie
Age Group:
Teens (7th - 12th grade)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Children's Space (212)
Age Group: Teens (7th - 12th grade)
Program Type: Books, Discussion, Film, Games, Movie
Event Details:

Fun, food, and fandom! Teens are welcome to join us as we eat snacks and watch anime. This month's featured snack: Pocky!

Text reads "Make it Midweek: try a new project!"

Make it Midweek: Woven Mug Rugs

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Each month we try a new project we found on Pinterest.

Add a little coziness to your winter drinks with a hand-woven coaster. 

Disclaimer(s)

Registration not required

Registration is not required for this event. Please arrive in time for the beginning of the event. 

Kids sitting on bench outside reading.

Thursday Kid's Book Club

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Program Type:
Books, Discussion, Games
Age Group:
Kids (6 - 11 years)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Children's Space (212)
Age Group: Kids (6 - 11 years)
Program Type: Books, Discussion, Games
Event Details:

Children age 7-11 years are invited to pick up a copy of the current book and come to our monthly meetings. Stop in or call the library at 608-348-7441, ext. 3 to register.

This month we are reading books from Junie B. Jones series by Barbara Park.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

Children under the age of 9 must be accompanied by a caregiver 14 years of age or older while at Library events. Children under the age of 9 must have a parent or caregiver in the immediate vicinity. 

Food allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photography

The library may photograph or film patrons for library promotional purposes. Please let us know if you do not want yourself or your child to be photographed.

Registration required

Registration is required for this event.

Let's Pretend! Restaurant. february 14 through 22 at the Platteville Public Library. Mom and child creating a salad with vegetables surrounding them.

Let's Pretend: Restaurant

All Day 2/14 - 2/15
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books, Games
Age Group:
Preschool (birth - 5 years)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Children's Space (212)
Age Group: Preschool (birth - 5 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books, Games

Drop in for some imaginative play in the Children’s Space. 

Children under 9 must be with an adult. During open library hours.

Disclaimer(s)

Drop-in

Registration is not required for this event. Drop in at any time and stay for as long as you'd like.

Photography

The library may photograph or film patrons for library promotional purposes. Please let us know if you do not want yourself or your child to be photographed.

Young children and an adult

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. 

line drawing of a cute baby dragon and a fierce large dragon. Text reads "Beginner Friendly D&D"

D&D Program

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 2:30pm
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens (7th - 12th grade), Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Large Study Room (104)
Age Group: Teens (7th - 12th grade), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Hail & Well-met, Travelers!

Staff In-service

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Platteville Public Library
Let's Pretend! Restaurant. february 14 through 22 at the Platteville Public Library. Mom and child creating a salad with vegetables surrounding them.

Let's Pretend: Restaurant

All Day 2/17 - 2/22
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books, Games
Age Group:
Preschool (birth - 5 years)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Children's Space (212)
Age Group: Preschool (birth - 5 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books, Games

Drop in for some imaginative play in the Children’s Space. 

Children under 9 must be with an adult. During open library hours.

Disclaimer(s)

Drop-in

Registration is not required for this event. Drop in at any time and stay for as long as you'd like.

Photography

The library may photograph or film patrons for library promotional purposes. Please let us know if you do not want yourself or your child to be photographed.

Young children and an adult

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. 

cover of the book The Serviceberry

Adult Book Club: The Serviceberry

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:00pm
Program Type:
Books, Discussion
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Books, Discussion
Event Details:

Join us each month to discuss a non-fiction or fiction book. Books for this month's selection are available in the library.

Can't make Tuesday evening book club? We discuss the same book on the third Thursday of the month at 10:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

This month we're reading The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World by Robin Wall Kimmerer.

Platteville International Women's Conversation Club

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library: Platteville Public Library
Room: Large Study Room (104)
Purpose of meeting. (If you checked the “Public” box above, everything in this section will display on the public calendar)

English conversation and cultural exchange

Musical Storytime, Wednesday, Feb 18 at 10:30 am. The picture shows a graphic of children with musical instruments marching in a line.

Musical Storytime

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Age Group:
Preschool (birth - 5 years)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Preschool (birth - 5 years)

Books, music, and sign language fun with Miss Deborah. Designed especially for children 2-5 years and an adult.

Disclaimer(s)

Drop-in

Registration is not required for this event. Drop in at any time and stay for as long as you'd like.

Photography

The library may photograph or film patrons for library promotional purposes. Please let us know if you do not want yourself or your child to be photographed.

Young children and an adult

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. 

cover of the book The Serviceberry

Adult Book Club: The Serviceberry

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:30am
Program Type:
Books, Discussion
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Large Study Room (104)
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Books, Discussion
Event Details:

Join us each month to discuss a non-fiction or fiction book. Books for this month's selection are available in the library. 

Can't make Thursday morning book club? We discuss the same book on the third Tuesday of the month at 5:45 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

This month we're reading The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World by Robin Wall Kimmerer.

Minecraft Beginner Workshop

Minecraft Beginner Build Workshop

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Age Group:
Kids (6 - 11 years)
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Kids (6 - 11 years)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join guest teacher Mr. Gesin for a Minecraft Workshop for beginners! Please only sign up for this event if you are new to Minecraft.  

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

Children under the age of 9 must be accompanied by a caregiver 14 years of age or older while at Library events. Children under the age of 9 must have a parent or caregiver in the immediate vicinity. 

Photography

The library may photograph or film patrons for library promotional purposes. Please let us know if you do not want yourself or your child to be photographed.

Registration required

Registration is required for this event.

Caregiver Support Group

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library: Platteville Public Library
Room: Conference Room (210)
Purpose of meeting. (If you checked the “Public” box above, everything in this section will display on the public calendar)

Support Groups are:
-A place to find others who understand
-A place you can get resources
-A safe place to share how you feel
-A source of engagement, support, and comfort