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Adult Book Club: A Brave and Lovely Woman

10:15am - 11:30am
Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Conference Room (210)
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 A Brave and Lovely Woman: Mamah Borthwick and Frank Lloyd Wright by Mark Borthwick.

Caregiver Support Group

4:30pm - 6:45pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library: Platteville Public Library
Room: Conference Room (210)
Purpose of Meeting

We offer support, advice, tips, and reassurance as you navigate this journey. This group is for family, friends, and other caregivers who are caring
for a person with dementia, a chronic illness, or a disability.

Teen K-Pop Fest

5:45pm - 6:45pm
Teens (12-18)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Performance
Event Details:

Do you like K-pop? Ages 12-18 are invited to join us to learn K-pop dances, explore our language lab, take selfies at our selfie corner, enjoy snacks and more! No registration required. 

Fall Book Sale

All Day 11/22 - 11/24
Everyone
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Large Study Room (104)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books
Event Details:

Shop our assortment of used books and audiobooks.  

Friday and Saturday: All items 50 cents.  

Sunday: All items 25 cents.

Fun Fall Beaded Crafts

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teens (12-18)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Children's Space (212)
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Let your creativity soar! Join us as we create fall themed beaded crafts. Great for your fall dinner table decorations!
 

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.

Small Business Passport

All Day 11/25 - 12/23
Adults (18+)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Shop Local! Pick up a Small Business Passport from the Library or any participating business. Collect a minimum of 5 stamps by visiting participating business.

Knitting

10:00am - 12:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library: Platteville Public Library
Room: Conference Room (210)
Purpose of Meeting

Knitting

Staff Mobile Office Hour

4:00pm - 5:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Purpose of Meeting

Senator Johnson's office - Staff Mobile Office Hour

Open to the public, but not open to media

Teen Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens (12-18)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Children's Space (212)
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Books, Discussion
Event Details:

 

Teens are invited to pick up a copy of the current book and come to our monthly meetings. New readers are welcome! To sign up call or stop by the library.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration required

Registration is required for this event.

Closing early for Thanksgiving

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Platteville Public Library

Thanksgiving

All Day 11/28 - 11/29
Closing
Branches:
Platteville Public Library

Puzzle and Game Swap

All Day 12/1 - 1/31
Everyone
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Library First Floor
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Bring in your old puzzles and board games and take home some new (to you!) games. You don't need to bring in anything to take something home, and you don't need to take anything home if you bring something in.

Anything but a Putter Mini Golf: Student-Led Program

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens (12-18)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Children's Space (212)
Age Group: Teens (12-18)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Create your own mini-golf experience from scratch and enjoy snacks between tee times.

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.

HLAA

5:00pm - 6:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Purpose of Meeting

Monthly support group for the hearing Loss of America Association

Monthly Morning Book Chat

10:15am - 11:30am
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 of Trustees

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Program Type: Other

Platteville International Women's Conversation Club

10:00am - 12:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library: Platteville Public Library
Room: Conference Room (210)
Purpose of Meeting

English conversation and cultural exchange

Musical Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies and toddlers (0-3), Preschool (3-6)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Babies and toddlers (0-3), Preschool (3-6)
Program Type: Music, Storytime

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

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 not required

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

Young children and an adult

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. 

Winter Wonderland: Student-Led Program

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids (6-12)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Children's Space (212)
Age Group: Kids (6-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movie
Event Details:

Join university students for winter-themed crafts and movies!

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.

Registration not required

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

Community Room open for finals study time

All Day 12/6 - 12/12
Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Need a quiet place to study away from the distractions of your home? The Community Room will be reserved for quiet study time during finals. Outlets and wifi are available, food and drink are welcome. 

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.

Sensory Play

11:00am - 12:00pm
Babies and toddlers (0-3), Preschool (3-6)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Children's Space (212)
Age Group: Babies and toddlers (0-3), Preschool (3-6)
Program Type: Games, Other
Event Details:

Join us for a sensory-filled play day! Dress for mess.

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. 

Dress for mess

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

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. 

Ukulele Jam

12:30pm - 3:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library: Platteville Public Library
Room: Conference Room (210)
Purpose of Meeting

Provide an opportunity for ukulele players in the Platteville area to sing & play together and to learn from each other.

DIY Drop-in Gift Wrapping

All Day 12/9 - 12/15
Everyone
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Large Study Room (104)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Wrap your gifts away from prying eyes! We'll provide paper, bows, ribbons, tape, scissors, tags, and a place to spread out; you do the wrapping. Need a gift tag written out in a different handwriting? Ask staff at the front desk!

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.

Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

10:00am - 1:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library: Platteville Public Library
Room: Conference Room (210)
Purpose of Meeting

Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development Job Service outreach
Appointments are appreciated; walk-ins are welcome.

Wendy Ellis, Employment & Training Specialist
608-405-4619
wendy.ellis @ dwd.wisconsin.gov