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Join us for our Mini-Makers' Market! Makers will be selling their homemade goods, just in time for holiday shopping! The Mini-Makers' Market will take place on Saturday, November 7 from 10 am-3 pm and Sunday, November 8 from 12:30-3:30 pm.
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more designed to develop early literacy skills and encourage a love of reading. Intended for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome.
Intended for ages 0-2 and their caregivers, we'll sing songs & rhymes, explore books, and have a relaxing playtime with an opportunity for little ones and caregivers to connect.
Have an art or writing project you're working on? Come hang out in the Teen Space for an hour of dedicated work time with other creatives! Snacks will be on hand to keep your brain fueled, and we'll have some craft supplies and writing prompts on hand if you want to try creating something new. This month, create a collage with us!
Looking for a beautiful family photo to share with friends and family this holiday season? Visit the Library for a mini photo session and receive a free family portrait taken by local professional photographer Christine Peck of The Sparkle Studio! Families will receive a digital copy of their portrait by email after the event. Open to families of all kinds (chosen family, extended family, etc.); no pets allowed. Appointments are limited; registration is required. Registration for all sessions opens Wednesday, Oct. 21 at 9 am. One registration per family; please only register for one session.
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more designed to develop early literacy skills and encourage a love of reading. Intended for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome.
Chess players of all ages and skill levels are invited to visit the Fond du Lac Public Library for friendly gameplay. We'll have resources on learning chess and we encourage experienced players to share their knowledge and help beginners learn the game. Chess sets will be available; you are welcome to bring your own. Rook Club is held on the second Tuesday of each month.
Celebrate 250 years of making and join us for a throwback craft night where we recreate a craft from years past! All materials provided; best for ages 4+.
You never know what you ll find in our Teen Mystery Bags! All the thrill of a blind box, none of the expense. A limited number of mystery bags come to the display shelf in the Teen Space the third week of each month. Each bag contains a library book to check out, read and return, plus a snack, an activity, and some collectible swag. But hurry - they're first-come, first served, and only available while supplies last. Drops : week of November 16 Theme : "As Seen On TV"
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more designed to develop early literacy skills and encourage a love of reading. Intended for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome.
Intended for ages 0-2 and their caregivers, we'll sing songs & rhymes, explore books, and have a relaxing playtime with an opportunity for little ones and caregivers to connect.
Explore conductive and insulating materials by creating circuits with play dough. Recommended for ages 7+.
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more designed to develop early literacy skills and encourage a love of reading. Intended for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome.
Join us on the third Tuesday of each month to learn more about food (and, of course, eat some)! Hone your culinary skills and try something new. All material provided. Please let us know about any food allergies! Learn about charcuterie and decorate your own board with sweet treats!
Join us for a chill video game hangout session. Bring your own device or play Mario Kart or Super Smash Bros on one of ours! For grades 6-12, snacks provided.
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more designed to develop early literacy skills and encourage a love of reading. Intended for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome.
Intended for ages 0-2 and their caregivers, we'll sing songs & rhymes, explore books, and have a relaxing playtime with an opportunity for little ones and caregivers to connect.
Have an art or writing project you're working on? Come hang out in the Teen Space for an hour of dedicated work time with other creatives! Snacks will be on hand to keep your brain fueled, and we'll have some craft supplies and writing prompts on hand if you want to try creating something new. This month, create a collage with us!
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more designed to develop early literacy skills and encourage a love of reading. Intended for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome.
Practice your reading skills by reading to a trained therapy dog! They are great listeners and love to hear new stories. No registration required.
Try your hand at painting as Miss Katie leads you in creating a work of art! This event is strictly for youth ages 5-12. Wear old clothes - you may get messy! Caregivers must remain with children under the age of 8. Space is limited. Registration is required. Registration opens Friday, November 13 at 9 am.
While storytimes take a break, drop in and play with your friends (and library staff). Each week, we'll be joined by local experts in child development; they'll be there to answer questions you may have. Refreshments will be available for both grown-ups and kids, plus enter a raffle drawing for a chance to win a gas or grocery gift card. Monday, November 30: TBD Monday, December 7: Amanda Cassidy, RN, BSN, CLC (Fond du Lac County Health Department) & Gina Reider (SSM Health Treffert Studios Monday, December 14: Katlynn Mroczenski (Executive Director, Pillar & Vine) Monday, December 21: Stephanie Piwoni, CPNP, APRN (Froedtert ThedaCare Health) Monday, December 28: TBD Monday, January 4: Jodi Schmidt & Jenny Dehn (ADVOCAP Head Start)
While our outdoor StoryWalks at Lakeside and Hamilton Parks take a break for winter, enjoy a special cozy StoryWalk at the Main Library for the month of December!
Calling all anime enthusiasts: Join us the first Tuesday of each month to watch a couple episodes of an anime we choose (and eat snacks). Cosplay is always welcome.
Love to build? Stop in to rummage through our terrific collection of LEGO and build with friends! We'll display all creations in the Library for visitors to see and enter each creation in a prize drawing for a special LEGO set.
Meet us in the Discovery Room for a tabletop roleplaying adventure. Bring your own level one D&D 5E character, or choose one of ours. If you have a set of dice, bring those too. All experience levels are welcome; geared toward teens in grades 6-12. Ready, Set, Roleplay is held at 4:30 on the first Thursday of the month.
While storytimes take a break, drop in and play with your friends (and library staff). Each week, we'll be joined by local experts in child development; they'll be there to answer questions you may have. Refreshments will be available for both grown-ups and kids, plus enter a raffle drawing for a chance to win a gas or grocery gift card. Monday, November 30: TBD Monday, December 7: Amanda Cassidy, RN, BSN, CLC (Fond du Lac County Health Department) & Gina Reider (SSM Health Treffert Studios Monday, December 14: Katlynn Mroczenski (Executive Director, Pillar & Vine) Monday, December 21: Stephanie Piwoni, CPNP, APRN (Froedtert ThedaCare Health) Monday, December 28: TBD Monday, January 4: Jodi Schmidt & Jenny Dehn (ADVOCAP Head Start)
Chess players of all ages and skill levels are invited to visit the Fond du Lac Public Library for friendly gameplay. We'll have resources on learning chess and we encourage experienced players to share their knowledge and help beginners learn the game. Chess sets will be available; you are welcome to bring your own. Rook Club is held on the second Tuesday of each month.
School-age children are invited to the library to build and decorate their very own mini gingerbread house using graham crackers, frosting, and candy! Gather the family and build a sweet and festive creation. All supplies provided; supplies are limited. Registration required; registration opens Friday, Nov. 27 at 9 am. Please register each child that will be building a separate house - if siblings don't want to share, please register them both separately.
Don't miss our mystery bag drops! A limited number of mystery bags come to the display shelf in the Teen Space the third week of each month. Each bag contains a library book to check out, read and return, plus a snack, an activity, and some collectible swag. But hurry: they're first-come, first served, and only available while supplies last. Drops : week of December 14 Theme : "Cozy Vibes"
Can't make it to our in-person event? Register for a take-home kit with all the supplies you need to make a gingerbread house at home. A limited number of kits are available. Registration opens Monday, November 30 at 9 a.m.
While storytimes take a break, drop in and play with your friends (and library staff). Each week, we'll be joined by local experts in child development; they'll be there to answer questions you may have. Refreshments will be available for both grown-ups and kids, plus enter a raffle drawing for a chance to win a gas or grocery gift card. Monday, November 30: TBD Monday, December 7: Amanda Cassidy, RN, BSN, CLC (Fond du Lac County Health Department) & Gina Reider (SSM Health Treffert Studios Monday, December 14: Katlynn Mroczenski (Executive Director, Pillar & Vine) Monday, December 21: Stephanie Piwoni, CPNP, APRN (Froedtert ThedaCare Health) Monday, December 28: TBD Monday, January 4: Jodi Schmidt & Jenny Dehn (ADVOCAP Head Start)
Have an art or writing project you're working on? Come hang out in the Teen Space for an hour of dedicated work time with other creatives! Snacks will be on hand to keep your brain fueled, and we'll have some craft supplies and writing prompts on hand if you want to try creating something new. For December, try your hand at painting an adorable fox on a mini canvas.
Join us on the third Tuesday of each month to learn more about food (and, of course, eat some)! Hone your culinary skills and try something new. All material provided. Please let us know about any food allergies!
Join us for a chill video game hangout session. Bring your own device or play Mario Kart or Super Smash Bros on one of ours! For grades 6-12, snacks provided.
While storytimes take a break, drop in and play with your friends (and library staff). Each week, we'll be joined by local experts in child development; they'll be there to answer questions you may have. Refreshments will be available for both grown-ups and kids, plus enter a raffle drawing for a chance to win a gas or grocery gift card. Monday, November 30: TBD Monday, December 7: Amanda Cassidy, RN, BSN, CLC (Fond du Lac County Health Department) & Gina Reider (SSM Health Treffert Studios Monday, December 14: Katlynn Mroczenski (Executive Director, Pillar & Vine) Monday, December 21: Stephanie Piwoni, CPNP, APRN (Froedtert ThedaCare Health) Monday, December 28: TBD Monday, January 4: Jodi Schmidt & Jenny Dehn (ADVOCAP Head Start)
While storytimes take a break, drop in and play with your friends (and library staff). Each week, we'll be joined by local experts in child development; they'll be there to answer questions you may have. Refreshments will be available for both grown-ups and kids, plus enter a raffle drawing for a chance to win a gas or grocery gift card. Monday, November 30: TBD Monday, December 7: Amanda Cassidy, RN, BSN, CLC (Fond du Lac County Health Department) & Gina Reider (SSM Health Treffert Studios Monday, December 14: Katlynn Mroczenski (Executive Director, Pillar & Vine) Monday, December 21: Stephanie Piwoni, CPNP, APRN (Froedtert ThedaCare Health) Monday, December 28: TBD Monday, January 4: Jodi Schmidt & Jenny Dehn (ADVOCAP Head Start)
Try your hand at painting as Miss Katie leads you in creating a work of art. This event is strictly for youth ages 5-12. Wear old clothes; you may get messy! Caregivers must remain with children under the age of 8. Space is limited. Registration is required. Registration opens Monday, December 14 at 9 am.
Calling all kids! Make your own party hats and noisemakers, reflect on the best of 2026, make a good new year's resolution, and take pictures in our dedicated photo spots! We ll have a dance party, count down to noon, and toast the new year with juice (bring your own or enjoy the sparkling grape provided). Snazzy party dress is encouraged, but not required.
It's time for us to clean out our closets and turn our junk into your art! Stop by the Main Library to pick up a junk kit, while supplies last. Return your creation by Sunday, January 31 for a chance to win a prize. Extra consideration for art that embraces our arctic adventure theme!
While storytimes take a break, drop in and play with your friends (and library staff). Each week, we'll be joined by local experts in child development; they'll be there to answer questions you may have. Refreshments will be available for both grown-ups and kids, plus enter a raffle drawing for a chance to win a gas or grocery gift card. Monday, November 30: TBD Monday, December 7: Amanda Cassidy, RN, BSN, CLC (Fond du Lac County Health Department) & Gina Reider (SSM Health Treffert Studios Monday, December 14: Katlynn Mroczenski (Executive Director, Pillar & Vine) Monday, December 21: Stephanie Piwoni, CPNP, APRN (Froedtert ThedaCare Health) Monday, December 28: TBD Monday, January 4: Jodi Schmidt & Jenny Dehn (ADVOCAP Head Start)
Calling all anime enthusiasts: Join us the first Tuesday of each month to watch a couple episodes of an anime we choose (and eat snacks). Cosplay is always welcome.
Love to build? Stop in to rummage through our terrific collection of LEGO and build with friends! We'll display all creations in the Library for visitors to see and enter each creation in a prize drawing for a special LEGO set.
Meet us in the Discovery Room for a tabletop roleplaying adventure. Bring your own level one D&D 5E character, or choose one of ours. If you have a set of dice, bring those too. All experience levels are welcome; geared toward teens in grades 6-12. Ready, Set, Roleplay is held at 4:30 on the first Thursday of the month.
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more designed to develop early literacy skills and encourage a love of reading. Intended for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome.
Intended for ages 0-2 and their caregivers, we'll sing songs & rhymes, explore books, and have a relaxing playtime with an opportunity for little ones and caregivers to connect.
Have an art or writing project you're working on? Come hang out in the Teen Space for an hour of dedicated work time with other creatives! Snacks will be on hand to keep your brain fueled, and we'll have some craft supplies and writing prompts on hand if you want to try creating something new.
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more designed to develop early literacy skills and encourage a love of reading. Intended for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome.
Chess players of all ages and skill levels are invited to visit the Fond du Lac Public Library for friendly gameplay. We'll have resources on learning chess and we encourage experienced players to share their knowledge and help beginners learn the game. Chess sets will be available; you are welcome to bring your own. Rook Club is held on the second Tuesday of each month.
Join us for an afternoon of artsy, crafty fun! Create an easy and fun polar bear puzzle out of popsicle sticks! Recommended for ages 4+. Crafty Kids is held monthly.
Don't miss our mystery bag drops! A limited number of mystery bags come to the display shelf in the Teen Space the third week of each month. Each bag contains a library book to check out, read and return, plus a snack, an activity, and some collectible swag. But hurry - they're first-come, first served, and only available while supplies last. Drops : week of January 18 Theme : "Starting Over"
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more designed to develop early literacy skills and encourage a love of reading. Intended for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome.
Intended for ages 0-2 and their caregivers, we'll sing songs & rhymes, explore books, and have a relaxing playtime with an opportunity for little ones and caregivers to connect.
Create a wintry, sensory snow globe, complete with mini polar bears! Recommended for ages 7+.
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more designed to develop early literacy skills and encourage a love of reading. Intended for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome.
Play Bingo, glow-in-the-dark style! All ages are invited to stop in and play Bingo with us under the black light to win some funky glow-in-the-dark prizes. Wear something neon or white for the best glow experience.
Join us on the third Tuesday of each month to learn more about food (and, of course, eat some)! Hone your culinary skills and try something new. All material provided. Please let us know about any food allergies!
Join us for a high-energy, sensory-focused, early literacy glow dance party for children and their caregivers, featuring dimmed lights, bubbles, and upbeat, kid-friendly music. Best for children ages 0-5 but all are welcome. Please register for EITHER the 10 am OR 11 am session.
Join us for a chill video game hangout session. Bring your own device or play Mario Kart or Super Smash Bros on one of ours! For grades 6-12, snacks provided.
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more designed to develop early literacy skills and encourage a love of reading. Intended for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome.
Intended for ages 0-2 and their caregivers, we'll sing songs & rhymes, explore books, and have a relaxing playtime with an opportunity for little ones and caregivers to connect.
Have an art or writing project you're working on? Come hang out in the Teen Space for an hour of dedicated work time with other creatives! Snacks will be on hand to keep your brain fueled, and we'll have some craft supplies and writing prompts on hand if you want to try creating something new.
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more designed to develop early literacy skills and encourage a love of reading. Intended for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome.
Practice your reading skills by reading to a trained therapy dog! They are great listeners and love to hear new stories. No registration required.
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more designed to develop early literacy skills and encourage a love of reading. Intended for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome.
Intended for ages 0-2 and their caregivers, we'll sing songs & rhymes, explore books, and have a relaxing playtime with an opportunity for little ones and caregivers to connect.
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more designed to develop early literacy skills and encourage a love of reading. Intended for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome.
Calling all anime enthusiasts: Join us the first Tuesday of each month to watch a couple episodes of an anime we choose (and eat snacks). Cosplay is always welcome.
Love to build? Stop in to rummage through our terrific collection of LEGO and build with friends! We'll display all creations in the Library for visitors to see and enter each creation in a prize drawing for a special LEGO set.
Meet us in the Discovery Room for a tabletop roleplaying adventure. Bring your own level one D&D 5E character, or choose one of ours. If you have a set of dice, bring those too. All experience levels are welcome; geared toward teens in grades 6-12. Ready, Set, Roleplay is held at 4:30 on the first Thursday of the month.
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more designed to develop early literacy skills and encourage a love of reading. Intended for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome.
Intended for ages 0-2 and their caregivers, we'll sing songs & rhymes, explore books, and have a relaxing playtime with an opportunity for little ones and caregivers to connect.
Have an art or writing project you're working on? Come hang out in the Teen Space for an hour of dedicated work time with other creatives! Snacks will be on hand to keep your brain fueled, and we'll have some craft supplies and writing prompts on hand if you want to try creating something new. This month, practice your dexterity and try out some paper folding projects!
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more designed to develop early literacy skills and encourage a love of reading. Intended for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome.
Chess players of all ages and skill levels are invited to visit the Fond du Lac Public Library for friendly gameplay. We'll have resources on learning chess and we encourage experienced players to share their knowledge and help beginners learn the game. Chess sets will be available; you are welcome to bring your own. Rook Club is held on the second Tuesday of each month.
Fond du Lac sits at the foot of Lake Winnebago, Wisconsin's largest inland lake, and Lakeside Park with its lighthouse, petting zoo and carousel is where families spend summer evenings. The Children's Museum of Fond du Lac downtown and the Galloway House and Village are the indoor and historical stops. Fond du Lac Public Library is on Sheboygan Street in the centre of town.
Holiday events for kids in Fond du Lac, 2026: tree lightings, light displays, Santa visits and gingerbread workshops, day by day.
13 children’s events are on in Fond du Lac in the next seven days, read every night from the calendars of Fond du Lac Public Library (7 branches, 84 upcoming programmes). Library programmes are free. Museum and zoo events say “admission may apply”; check the venue for prices.
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Each library and venue calendar is re-read every night, so a cancelled storytime disappears within a day. Times are shown in Fond du Lac’s own time zone.
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