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Toddler Storytime is for two and three-year-old children and their caregivers. Early listening and literacy skills are developed through books, fingerplays, and songs.
Preschool Storytime is designed for three to five-year-old children. Caregivers and kids alike will enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, and more during this classic storytime.
Baby Storytime is for infants (0-18 months) who are not yet walking and their caregivers. Join us for books, songs, rhymes, interactive play, and FUN!
Take a proactive role in your young child’s development by screening your child with the Ages & Stages Questionnaire. Representatives from the Kenosha Achievement Center will be available to answer questions and share other resources. First time screeners take home a completion prize (while supplies last). Screenings designed for families with children ages 5 and under.
Join us after Baby Storytime for extended play and peer socialization - great for babies and grown-ups alike!
Ages 5-12. Explore Egypt, from the Great Pyramids of Giza, to the shores of the Nile–and everything in between! Learn a few basic vocabulary words, make a craft, and enjoy an Egyptian treat. Registration required.
The whole family is invited to storytime! Come read stories, sing songs, and have fun!
Wonderful Ones Storytime is for walking one-year-olds (12-24 months) and their caregivers. This active storytime features books, rhymes, songs, and lots of movement designed specifically for young toddlers.
Take a proactive role in your young child’s development by screening your child with the Ages & Stages Questionnaire. Representatives from the Kenosha Achievement Center will be available to answer questions and share other resources. First time screeners take home a completion prize (while supplies last). Screenings designed for families with children ages 5 and under.
Ages 3-5. The science of play! Explore a variety of science, technology, engineering, art, math, and early literacy concepts. Warning: things might get messy!
Baby Storytime is for infants (0-18 months) who are not yet walking and their caregivers. Join us for books, songs, rhymes, interactive play, and FUN!
Join us after Baby Storytime for extended play and peer socialization - great for babies and grown-ups alike!
Ages 5-12. Shake, sing, and be silly while learning basic yoga poses, mindfulness, and meditation! Join us for a fun and engaging practice for young yogis, led by a KPL staff member who is a certified children’s yoga teacher. Please sign up only the child or children who will be participating in the program. Registration and a signed waiver required before class begins. Arrive 5-10 minutes early, as class will begin promptly. In addition to registering for the program on this page , you must complete the separate KPL Kids Yoga Class Permission Slip & Waiver form for each child participating before class begins. You may fill out the waiver electronically at tinyurl.com/KPLKidsYoga . Due to the historic nature of the Simmons Library, the building is not equipped with a ramp for entrance. This event is in the downstairs community room and requires the use of a spiral staircase.
Wonderful Ones Storytime is for walking one-year-olds (12-24 months) and their caregivers. This active storytime features books, rhymes, songs, and lots of movement designed specifically for young toddlers.
Preschool Storytime is designed for three to five-year-old children. Caregivers and kids alike will enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, and more during this classic storytime. Due to the historic nature of the Simmons Library, the building is not equipped with a ramp for entrance. This event is in the downstairs community room and requires the use of a spiral staircase.
Toddler Storytime is for two and three-year-old children and their caregivers. Early listening and literacy skills are developed through books, fingerplays, and songs.
Take a proactive role in your young child’s development by screening your child with the Ages & Stages Questionnaire. Representatives from the Kenosha Achievement Center will be available to answer questions and share other resources. First time screeners take home a completion prize (while supplies last). Screenings designed for families with children ages 5 and under.
Any student in Grade K-5 needing homework help may join the YMCA Young Achievers at KPL Kids @ Uptown Lofts! YMCA staff will be available to provide guidance and assistance with homework and school projects on a first-come, first-served basis. Students should bring any necessary materials (e.g. homework and school supplies).
Ages 9-12. Curious about chess? Come to this informal and fun chess club! We will play games to strengthen your knowledge of the basics, and encourage each player at their own level, whether you know how to capture en passant or you only know knights as the “horsie”!
Families with children. Midweek means we are halfway to the weekend! Kick back and enjoy a variety of games, crafts, building toys, and messy fun.
RK Chess Mates is a friendly drop-in chess gathering for players of all ages and skill levels. Chessboards are always available, so you can show up and play with other community members. Sessions focus on relaxed, self-directed open play. A facilitator may be available to teach or play, but it's not a guarantee. Players are welcome to bring their own boards if they want to play past the program end time. This program is hosted alternating Wednesday nights by Racine Public Library (1st & 3rd) and Kenosha Public Library- Northside Branch (2nd & 4th). Let the friendly chess rivalry begin!
Families with children. Take a nature walk with Hawthorn Hollow’s Naturalist to see how many mushroom types you can discover. Then, enjoy a demonstration and taste test of different types of cooked mushrooms. You should bring bug spray, water, and a hat for the hike. Registration required. Registration opens on September 16 at 9:00 AM. Call Youth & Family Services at (262) 564-6150 to register. The Fungi Fall programs series is presented with grant support from a CBK Grant and the Kenosha Community Foundation.
Preschool Storytime is designed for three to five-year-old children. Caregivers and kids alike will enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, and more during this classic storytime.
Take a proactive role in your young child’s development by screening your child with the Ages & Stages Questionnaire. Representatives from the Kenosha Achievement Center will be available to answer questions and share other resources. First time screeners take home a completion prize (while supplies last). Screenings designed for families with children ages 5 and under.
Baby Storytime is for infants (0-18 months) who are not yet walking and their caregivers. Join us for books, songs, rhymes, interactive play, and FUN!
Join us after Baby Storytime for extended play and peer socialization - great for babies and grown-ups alike!
Ages 12-19. Can you make anything into a disco ball? Your chosen object will "shine bright like a diamond' by the time you're done with it!
Preschool Storytime is designed for three to five-year-old children. Caregivers and kids alike will enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, and more during this classic storytime.
Toddler Storytime is for two and three-year-old children and their caregivers. Early listening and literacy skills are developed through books, fingerplays, and songs.
Take a proactive role in your young child’s development by screening your child with the Ages & Stages Questionnaire. Representatives from the Kenosha Achievement Center will be available to answer questions and share other resources. First time screeners take home a completion prize (while supplies last). Screenings designed for families with children ages 5 and under.
Families with children. COWABUNGA! Sling some ‘za with the Ninja Turtles, speed through an obstacle course like Sonic, avoid ghosts like Pac-Man, and more at this video game inspired after-hours extravaganza. Rated E for Everyone! Admission from 6:00-6:15pm only; doors will be locked after that time.
Create a miniature forest ecosystem using live moss, lichen, bark, natural materials and whimsical decor. Participants will design a calming, nature-inspired terrarium while discovering how fungi quietly support life beneath the surface. This hands-on program blends creativity with simple ecological concepts—no experience needed. All materials will be provided. Registration is required. The Fungi Fall programs series is presented with grant support from a CBK Grant and the Kenosha Community Foundation.
Ages 2-3. Home is where the toddler-friendly campfire is! Your little one will love participating in our indoor camping activities so much, they might beg for s’more.
Families with children. Sound waves are vibrations that move through the air and create the sounds we can hear, and even feel! Experiment with sound waves by making your own harmonica.
Toddler Storytime is for two and three-year-old children and their caregivers. Early listening and literacy skills are developed through books, fingerplays, and songs.
Preschool Storytime is designed for three to five-year-old children. Caregivers and kids alike will enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, and more during this classic storytime.
Baby Storytime is for infants (0-18 months) who are not yet walking and their caregivers. Join us for books, songs, rhymes, interactive play, and FUN!
Join us after Baby Storytime for extended play and peer socialization - great for babies and grown-ups alike!
The whole family is invited to storytime! Come read stories, sing songs, and have fun!
Wonderful Ones Storytime is for walking one-year-olds (12-24 months) and their caregivers. This active storytime features books, rhymes, songs, and lots of movement designed specifically for young toddlers.
Baby Storytime is for infants (0-18 months) who are not yet walking and their caregivers. Join us for books, songs, rhymes, interactive play, and FUN!
Join us after Baby Storytime for extended play and peer socialization - great for babies and grown-ups alike!
Families with children. Think you are ready to thwart a museum heist and prove you are skilled enough to join Mr. Wolf and his gang? Be prepared to overcome the museum’s laser beams, decipher a secret message, defuse a stick of dynamite, and rescue a famous work of art.
Wonderful Ones Storytime is for walking one-year-olds (12-24 months) and their caregivers. This active storytime features books, rhymes, songs, and lots of movement designed specifically for young toddlers.
Preschool Storytime is designed for three to five-year-old children. Caregivers and kids alike will enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, and more during this classic storytime. Due to the historic nature of the Simmons Library, the building is not equipped with a ramp for entrance. This event is in the downstairs community room and requires the use of a spiral staircase.
Toddler Storytime is for two and three-year-old children and their caregivers. Early listening and literacy skills are developed through books, fingerplays, and songs.
Any student in Grade K-5 needing homework help may join the YMCA Young Achievers at KPL Kids @ Uptown Lofts! YMCA staff will be available to provide guidance and assistance with homework and school projects on a first-come, first-served basis. Students should bring any necessary materials (e.g. homework and school supplies).
Families with children. Midweek means we are halfway to the weekend! Kick back and enjoy a variety of games, crafts, building toys, and messy fun.
Families with children. Calling all friends of the fairies! Join us in the Hawthorn Hollow Nature Center for a fairy storytime and a magical fairy craft. Later, you will go on a nature walk with a Hawthorn Hollow naturalist and search for fairies. In case of inclement weather, this program will be canceled. Registration required. Registration opens on September 23rd at 9:00 AM. Call Youth and Family Services at 262-564-6150 to register, or visit the children's desk at one of our branches.
We’re taking strides toward better health this year with the sole focus of getting in more steps! Join us once a month for a one-hour walk filled with fresh scenery, good conversation, and healthy movement. Suitable for all ages, registration is required for each walk. *Disclaimer: "All KPL Walking Club/Tour participants understand that they participate in these walks completely at their own risk. By registering for this program, they recognize that if they have a health issue, it is their responsibility to take appropriate steps in safeguarding themselves." Looking for walks with local history? Check out our new series: KPL Heritage Walking Tours . KPL Walking Club Recommendations! Let's get moving Kenosha! Find a new trail, hobby, or simply learn about the health benefits of walking. You'll find a little bit of everything in this list, including outdoor activities for the whole family!
Preschool Storytime is designed for three to five-year-old children. Caregivers and kids alike will enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, and more during this classic storytime.
Baby Storytime is for infants (0-18 months) who are not yet walking and their caregivers. Join us for books, songs, rhymes, interactive play, and FUN!
Join us after Baby Storytime for extended play and peer socialization - great for babies and grown-ups alike!
Ages 5-12. Conquer your fears with the book "I'm Trying to Love Spiders" and a colorful art project that celebrates our 8-legged friends.
Ages 12-19. It’s Fungi Fall! Take inspiration from the fantastic world of fungi to create an enchanting piece of mushroom decor. The Fungi Fall programs series is presented with grant support from a CBK Grant and the Kenosha Community Foundation.
Preschool Storytime is designed for three to five-year-old children. Caregivers and kids alike will enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, and more during this classic storytime.
Join the staff from Pringle Nature Center to discover the fascinating world of mushrooms! First, you will learn about the fundamentals of what a mushroom is, common types in our area and the areas where you are likely to spot them. With your new knowledge, we will take a short stroll to practice identifying mushrooms amidst the beauty of Bristol Woods.
Ages 3-5. In this joyful preschool program, children will discover that some monsters aren’t scary at all—they can be friendly and full of fun! Every child will create a unique monster friend and leave feeling confident that even the biggest, silliest creatures can be kind.
Toddler Storytime is for two and three-year-old children and their caregivers. Early listening and literacy skills are developed through books, fingerplays, and songs.
Preschool Storytime is designed for three to five-year-old children. Caregivers and kids alike will enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, and more during this classic storytime.
Baby Storytime is for infants (0-18 months) who are not yet walking and their caregivers. Join us for books, songs, rhymes, interactive play, and FUN!
Join us after Baby Storytime for extended play and peer socialization - great for babies and grown-ups alike!
The whole family is invited to storytime! Come read stories, sing songs, and have fun!
Wonderful Ones Storytime is for walking one-year-olds (12-24 months) and their caregivers. This active storytime features books, rhymes, songs, and lots of movement designed specifically for young toddlers.
Ages 6-14. Gather and socialize with other local homeschooling families while trying different STEAM activities geared toward ages 6-14.
Baby Storytime is for infants (0-18 months) who are not yet walking and their caregivers. Join us for books, songs, rhymes, interactive play, and FUN!
Join us after Baby Storytime for extended play and peer socialization - great for babies and grown-ups alike!
Learn the basics about babywearing including types of carriers and safety information. Bring your own carrier for a quick fit-check as time allows. This program occurs during Baby Buddies Playtime — babies welcome and encouraged!
Ages 5-12. Shake, sing, and be silly while learning basic yoga poses, mindfulness, and meditation! Join us for a fun and engaging practice for young yogis, led by a KPL staff member who is a certified children’s yoga teacher. Please sign up only the child or children who will be participating in the program. Registration and a signed waiver required before class begins. Arrive 5-10 minutes early, as class will begin promptly. In addition to registering for the program on this page , you must complete the separate KPL Kids Yoga Class Permission Slip & Waiver form for each child participating before class begins. You may fill out the waiver electronically at tinyurl.com/KPLKidsYoga .
Wonderful Ones Storytime is for walking one-year-olds (12-24 months) and their caregivers. This active storytime features books, rhymes, songs, and lots of movement designed specifically for young toddlers.
Preschool Storytime is designed for three to five-year-old children. Caregivers and kids alike will enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, and more during this classic storytime. Due to the historic nature of the Simmons Library, the building is not equipped with a ramp for entrance. This event is in the downstairs community room and requires the use of a spiral staircase.
Toddler Storytime is for two and three-year-old children and their caregivers. Early listening and literacy skills are developed through books, fingerplays, and songs.
Ages 12-19. Join us for an hour of structured fun! Each month we will have a different STEAM-themed activity. Bring a friend and make some new ones!
Any student in Grade K-5 needing homework help may join the YMCA Young Achievers at KPL Kids @ Uptown Lofts! YMCA staff will be available to provide guidance and assistance with homework and school projects on a first-come, first-served basis. Students should bring any necessary materials (e.g. homework and school supplies).
Families with children. Midweek means we are half way to the weekend! Kick back and enjoy a variety of games, crafts, building toys, and messy fun.
Preschool Storytime is designed for three to five-year-old children. Caregivers and kids alike will enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, and more during this classic storytime.
Baby Storytime is for infants (0-18 months) who are not yet walking and their caregivers. Join us for books, songs, rhymes, interactive play, and FUN!
Join us after Baby Storytime for extended play and peer socialization - great for babies and grown-ups alike!
Families with children. Learn the art of printmaking with a project inspired by nature and the changing seasons. Due to the historic nature of the Simmons Library, the building is not equipped with a ramp for entrance. This event is in the downstairs community room and requires the use of a spiral staircase.
Ages 12-19. Use previously loved plushies to sew something new! Will it be cute or creepy? You decide!
Preschool Storytime is designed for three to five-year-old children. Caregivers and kids alike will enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, and more during this classic storytime.
Toddler Storytime is for two and three-year-old children and their caregivers. Early listening and literacy skills are developed through books, fingerplays, and songs.
Ages 5-12. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us by learning about the vibrant history of weaving and creating your own woven bookmark. Registration required.
Families with children. Calling all Pokémon trainers! Join us each month for a different Pokémon themed activity! Participants are welcome to bring cards to trade.
Our Annual Southport Literary Fair is returning! A celebration of literature for all ages and interests in partnership with Blue House Books. This FREE event is a day filled with authors, book signings, vendors, panel discussions, activities for kids, and more!
Enjoy a peek behind the scenes of our local historic treasure: Simmons Library! Learn about Zalmon Simmons, Daniel H. Burnham, and the history of this beautiful building. This tour involves significant stair climbing. Everyone welcome! Due to the historic nature of the Simmons Library, the building is not equipped with a ramp for entrance. This event requires the use of a spiral staircase. Suitable for All Ages, Registration Required.
Toddler Storytime is for two and three-year-old children and their caregivers. Early listening and literacy skills are developed through books, fingerplays, and songs.
Preschool Storytime is designed for three to five-year-old children. Caregivers and kids alike will enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, and more during this classic storytime.
Baby Storytime is for infants (0-18 months) who are not yet walking and their caregivers. Join us for books, songs, rhymes, interactive play, and FUN!
Join us after Baby Storytime for extended play and peer socialization - great for babies and grown-ups alike!
Ages 9-12. Have you ever wanted to play the ukulele and never knew how to get started? Here is your chance to learn how to play a few notes, and even try your hand at a song! Registration required.
The whole family is invited to storytime! Come read stories, sing songs, and have fun!
Wonderful Ones Storytime is for walking one-year-olds (12-24 months) and their caregivers. This active storytime features books, rhymes, songs, and lots of movement designed specifically for young toddlers.
Baby Storytime is for infants (0-18 months) who are not yet walking and their caregivers. Join us for books, songs, rhymes, interactive play, and FUN!
Ages 3-5. The science of play! Explore a variety of science, technology, engineering, art, math, and early literacy concepts. Warning: things might get messy!
Join us after Baby Storytime for extended play and peer socialization - great for babies and grown-ups alike!
Join Kenosha Public Library & Kenosha County Parks for Pages in the Park , a free community reading celebration popping up in beautiful Kenosha County parks monthly all summer long! Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy stories, family fun, and fresh air as we turn green space into a story space. Let’s gather, read, and grow together under the open sky. Meet at Area #2 in the Brighton Dale Park. Park map. Rain date: Oct 20 same time and location.
Wonderful Ones Storytime is for walking one-year-olds (12-24 months) and their caregivers. This active storytime features books, rhymes, songs, and lots of movement designed specifically for young toddlers.
Preschool Storytime is designed for three to five-year-old children. Caregivers and kids alike will enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, and more during this classic storytime. Due to the historic nature of the Simmons Library, the building is not equipped with a ramp for entrance. This event is in the downstairs community room and requires the use of a spiral staircase.