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

Let's Pretend: Think Spring!

All Day 3/13–3/22
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)

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

D&D Program

11:00am–2:30pm
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!

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)

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

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

Spring Break Fun Days: Movie Day- Zootopia

10:30am–12:30pm
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: Movie
Event Details:

Stop by the library during Spring Break for a variety of activities! Today, is movie day! We will be showing Zootopia at 10:30 am and Zootopia 2 at 1 pm.

Bring your own snacks!

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

Spring Break Fun Days: Lego Day

10:00am–3:00pm
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 "Adults (18+)" group

Adult Book Club: Small Things Like These

5:45pm–7:00pm
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 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 Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan.

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

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

Spring Break Fun Days: Game Day

10:00am–5:00pm
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: Games
Event Details:

Stop in the library and have fun playing a variety of games!

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 "Adults (18+)" group

Adult Book Club: Small Things Like These

10:15am–11:30am
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 Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan.

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

Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Large Study Room (104)
Event Details:

Chalk and Cheese planning committee

Civil Civics

2:00pm–3:00pm
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)

Civil Civics will help you become more familiar with political terminology and discuss current issues of the day. This is a great opportunity to learn about local, state and federal issues that influence your daily life.

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

Student-Led Program: Treats With Purpose

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, 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

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:

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 "Preschool (birth - 5 years)" group

Storytime & Playtime

10:30am–11:00am
Preschool (birth - 5 years)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Preschool (birth - 5 years)
Program Type: Storytime

Young children with their adult(s) are invited to join us at the library. Bring a stuffed animal friend and enjoy stories, songs, bubbles and other activities.

All children must be accompanied by 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. 

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 "Preschool (birth - 5 years)" group

Storytime & Playtime

11:00am–11:15am
Preschool (birth - 5 years)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Children's Space (212)
Age Group: Preschool (birth - 5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Young children with their adult(s) are invited to join us at the library. Bring a stuffed animal friend and enjoy stories, songs, bubbles and other activities.

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Storytime runs 10:30-10:50 am followed by a Playtime from 10:55-11:15 am.

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 "Kids (6 - 11 years)" group

Student-Led Program: Rockin' Into Spring

4:00pm–5:00pm
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:

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 "Adults (18+)" group

Tech Talks - Emails & Phishing

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Large Study Room (104)
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Class, Technology
Event Details:

Frustrated with your tech devices? 

Join Library staff for a chat about a different basic technology topic each month.

Bring your own device along for an opportunity to try out new skills and ask questions.

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

Student-Led Program: Springtime Smiles

4:30pm–5:30pm
Preschool (birth - 5 years)
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Children's Space (212)
Age Group: Preschool (birth - 5 years)
Event Details:

Join local university students and decorate paper flowers and plastic flower pots to donate to nursing home residents! Kids will also learn how to identify regional flowers. 

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

March Mine-ness: Minecraft Workshop

4:30pm–6:30pm
Kids (6 - 11 years)
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Community Room (202)
Age Group: Kids (6 - 11 years)
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join guest teacher Mr. Gesin for a Minecraft workshop all about Mining!

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.

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

D&D Program

11:00am–2:30pm
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!

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

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

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, 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
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 "Everyone" group

Free Library Replacement Cards

All Day 4/1–4/30
Everyone
Library Branch: Platteville Public Library
Room: Library First Floor
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

Have you misplaced your library card? Loved it to pieces? In honor of National Library Week, we're waiving our usual $1 replacement fee for library cards for the entire month of April. Must present ID.