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

Holiday Hang Out: Student-Led Program

4:00pm–5:00pm
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 for cocoa, crafts, and care! Write a holiday card for people in assisted living facilities, do some holiday crafts, and make your own hot cocoa.

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 "Everyone" group

Magic on Main

5:00pm–8:00pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Other
Event Details:

Drop in for cocoa, coloring, and other activities during this Main Street after-hours event at the Library.

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

Cupcake Clash

1:00pm–2:00pm
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:

Make colorful cupcake creations! Will yours win? Ages 6-11. 

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.

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.

Staff In-service

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Platteville Public Library
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group

Make it Midweek: Wire Bound Journals

5:45pm–7:00pm
Adults (18+)
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Children's Space (212)
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

This month, pick out your own papers to create a custom blank book, perfect for a 2026 planner or journal. 

Disclaimer(s)

Registration recommended

Registration is recommended for this event. Priority will be given to registered participants; drop-ins are welcome as space allows.

Christmas

All Day 12/24–12/25
Closing
Branches:
Platteville Public Library

Closing early for New Years Eve

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

New Years Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Platteville Public Library
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Tiny Art Take & Make

All Day 1/2–2/1
Everyone
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Library First Floor
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Pick up a kit of art supplies and create your own piece of tiny art at home. Bring your finished art into the library by February 6 to be displayed in our February Tiny Art Show.

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

Make it Midweek: Mocktail Fizzes

5:45pm–7:00pm
Adults (18+)
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

This month we're experimenting with mocktail "bombs" - a fizzy sphere you can add to infuse a bubbly drink with a splash of flavor. 

Disclaimer(s)

Registration recommended

Registration is recommended for this event. Priority will be given to registered participants; drop-ins are welcome as space allows.

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
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Wizard Workshop

11:00am–1:00pm
Children (0-11), Teens (7th - 12th grade), Adults (18+), Everyone
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Children (0-11), Teens (7th - 12th grade), Adults (18+), Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books, Other
Event Details:

One workshop to rule them all! This month, readers the world over are celebrating J.R.R. Tolkien. Celebrate wizard books like The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, etc.   All ages welcome for crafts, punch, and more! Costumes are encouraged.

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

Make it Midweek: Woven Mug Rugs

5:45pm–7:00pm
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. 

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

Let's Pretend: Restaurant

All Day 2/14–2/22
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. 

Staff In-service

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Platteville Public Library
This event is in the "Teens (7th - 12th grade)" group

Teen Book Chat

6:00pm–7:00pm
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. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Peeps-o-rama 2026

10:30am–2:30pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books
Event Details:

Drop in and create a diorama based on a book using the contents of our craft cupboards and dozens of marshmallow Peeps. We provide Peeps, a box, and assorted supplies.

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.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Peeps-o-rama 2026

1:30pm–3:30pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books
Event Details:

Drop in and create a diorama based on a book using the contents of our craft cupboards and dozens of marshmallow Peeps. We provide Peeps, a box, and assorted supplies.

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.

Easter

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Platteville Public Library

Staff In-service

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Platteville Public Library

Memorial Day

All Day 5/24–5/25
Closing
Branches:
Platteville Public Library
Branches:
Platteville Public Library

Independence Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Platteville Public Library

Labor Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Platteville Public Library

Staff In-service

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Platteville Public Library