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This event is in the "Preschool (birth - 5 years)" group

Student-Led Program: Step Into Seussville

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Preschool (birth - 5 years)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Preschool (birth - 5 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

Join local university students for a fun-filled themed program designed for preschool children, but open to all ages! Creative crafts, snacks, and playful activities inspired by favorite stories. 

This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group

Make it Midweek: Paper Birds

Wednesday, March 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.

This month we'll be making paper birds. It's a quick and easy way to use paper scraps leftover from projects, old books, or even junk mail to make an adorable bird to adorn a card, gift, or garland.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration not required

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

This event is in the "Preschool (birth - 5 years)" group

Let's Pretend: Think Spring!

All Day 3/13 - 3/22
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)

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. 

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. 

This event is in the "Children (0-11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (7th - 12th grade)" group

Spring Break Fun Days: Lego Day

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Children (0-11), Teens (7th - 12th grade)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Children (0-11), Teens (7th - 12th grade)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

Stop in the library to create and explore building with Legos!

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. 

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.

This event is in the "Teens (7th - 12th grade)" group

Student-Led Program: Treats With Purpose

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Outreach, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens (7th - 12th grade)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Teens (7th - 12th grade)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Outreach, Workshop
Event Details:

Join local university students to make no-bake dog treats with the end goal of donating all of the treats to the Grant County Animal Shelter!

This event is in the "Teens (7th - 12th grade)" group

Teen Book Chat

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books, Discussion, Games, Music
Age Group:
Teens (7th - 12th grade)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Children's Space (212)
Age Group: Teens (7th - 12th grade)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books, Discussion, Games, Music
Event Details:

Teen Book Chat is enjoying cream sodas as our featured snack this month! Teens, drop by to talk about what books you're reading, make book memes, and enjoy frosty cream sodas. We're also announcing our raffle winner.

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.

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.

This event is in the "Kids (6 - 11 years)" group

Student-Led Program: Rockin' Into Spring

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids (6 - 11 years)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Kids (6 - 11 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join local university students and paint rocks with cheerful designs and positive messages to keep--or place around the community for others to find! Then, a positive scavenger hunt with a treat to follow. 

This event is in the "Teens (7th - 12th grade)" group

Student-Led Program: Stress Happens...Fun Helps!

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens (7th - 12th grade)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Teens (7th - 12th grade)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Workshop
Event Details:

Join local university students to make stress toys, color in some coloring pages, and create your own build with Legos! Learn different ways to relax and de-stress. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Make Your Mark Bookmark Contest starts

All Day
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Library Both Floors
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Your artwork could be our official 2026 summer bookmark design!

This event is in the "Children (0-11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (7th - 12th grade)" group
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group

Egg Dyeing - Session 1

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children (0-11), Teens (7th - 12th grade), Adults (18+)
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Children (0-11), Teens (7th - 12th grade), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

You bring the hard boiled eggs and the library will provide a variety of dyes! Sign up for 25-minute sessions throughout the morning and afternoon.

Space is limited and sessions fill fast!

Disclaimer(s)

Dress for mess

This program will involve materials that may stain clothing and/or skin. 

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.

Young children and an adult

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. 

This event is in the "Children (0-11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (7th - 12th grade)" group
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group

Egg Dyeing - Session 2

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children (0-11), Teens (7th - 12th grade), Adults (18+)
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Children (0-11), Teens (7th - 12th grade), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

You bring the hard boiled eggs and the library will provide a variety of dyes! Sign up for 25-minute sessions throughout the morning and afternoon.

Space is limited and sessions fill fast!

Disclaimer(s)

Dress for mess

This program will involve materials that may stain clothing and/or skin. 

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.

Young children and an adult

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. 

This event is in the "Children (0-11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (7th - 12th grade)" group
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group

Egg Dyeing - Session 3

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children (0-11), Teens (7th - 12th grade), Adults (18+)
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Children (0-11), Teens (7th - 12th grade), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

You bring the hard boiled eggs and the library will provide a variety of dyes! Sign up for 25-minute sessions throughout the morning and afternoon.

Space is limited and sessions fill fast!

Disclaimer(s)

Dress for mess

This program will involve materials that may stain clothing and/or skin. 

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.

Young children and an adult

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. 

This event is in the "Children (0-11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (7th - 12th grade)" group
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group

Egg Dyeing - Session 4

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children (0-11), Teens (7th - 12th grade), Adults (18+)
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Children (0-11), Teens (7th - 12th grade), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

You bring the hard boiled eggs and the library will provide a variety of dyes! Sign up for 25-minute sessions throughout the morning and afternoon.

Space is limited and sessions fill fast!

Disclaimer(s)

Dress for mess

This program will involve materials that may stain clothing and/or skin. 

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.

Young children and an adult

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. 

This event is in the "Children (0-11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (7th - 12th grade)" group
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group

Egg Dyeing - Session 5

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children (0-11), Teens (7th - 12th grade), Adults (18+)
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Children (0-11), Teens (7th - 12th grade), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

You bring the hard boiled eggs and the library will provide a variety of dyes! Sign up for 25-minute sessions throughout the morning and afternoon.

Space is limited and sessions fill fast!

Disclaimer(s)

Dress for mess

This program will involve materials that may stain clothing and/or skin. 

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.

Young children and an adult

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. 

Easter

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Platteville Public Library
This event is in the "Kids (6 - 11 years)" group

Student-Led Program-Library Legends: Go for Gold!

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Kids (6 - 11 years)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Kids (6 - 11 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

Join local university students for fun-filled games followed by snacks! See who can build the tallest tower using marshmallows, straws, and spaghetti noodles. Design a flag, and then play a game of bowling with cups! 

This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group

Make it Midweek: Ornate Cards

Wednesday, April 8, 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.

We've been given a wonderful donation of assorted fancy stickers, cutouts, and frames to make ornate, Victorian-style greeting cards. Make a card for a birthday, thank you, Mother's Day, graduation, or just to say hello. 

Disclaimer(s)

Registration not required

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

This event is in the "Teens (7th - 12th grade)" group

Student-Led Program: Kindness in Bloom

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (7th - 12th grade)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Teens (7th - 12th grade)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join local university students to paint rocks to place around town, build your own bookmark, and create pipe-cleaner flowers. Then enjoy delicious food at the food station!

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Craft Swap drop-off

All Day 4/13 - 4/24
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:

Bring in the craft supplies you're no longer using, and take home some new-to-you supplies! 

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.

This event is in the "Teens (7th - 12th grade)" group

Student-Led Program: Screen and Scoops Social

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Film, Movie, STEAM
Age Group:
Teens (7th - 12th grade)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Teens (7th - 12th grade)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Film, Movie, STEAM
Event Details:

Join local university students for a chill movie night! Teens will make ice cream in a bag which they can top with items from the topping bar. Popcorn will also be served. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Craft Swap EARLY BIRD

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring in the craft supplies you're no longer using, and take home some new-to-you supplies! 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Craft Swap - General Admission

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring in the craft supplies you're no longer using, and take home some new-to-you supplies! 

This event is in the "Teens (7th - 12th grade)" group

Teen Book Chat

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books, Discussion, Games, Music
Age Group:
Teens (7th - 12th grade)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Children's Space (212)
Age Group: Teens (7th - 12th grade)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books, Discussion, Games, Music
Event Details:

Talk about your favorite books and hear what everyone else is reading! Snacks, memes, playlists, and more! Every 4th Tues. of every month. 6-7pm. Ages 7th-12th grade. 

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.

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.

This event is in the "Kids (6 - 11 years)" group

Student-Led Program: Shrink of Kindness

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids (6 - 11 years)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Children's Space (212)
Age Group: Kids (6 - 11 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join local university students and create flower handprint art to turn into shrink dink keychains! Each person will leave with a small handmade gift and a card to give to someone special.