Name: Family Fun: Dinos Stay and Play
Start: 2026-07-09T13:30:00-05:00
Location: Oak Creek Public Library

Oak Creek Public Library

Come and join us for a dinosaur-themed party. 🦖 🥳 🦕 We'll read, sing, dance, and play dinosaur games &amp; crafts. Please wear something that can get messy! 
This program is designed for ages 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome) and will take place in the Multi-purpose Room. Registration not required. Find out more by visiting <a href="https://oakcreeklibrary.org/events/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">oakcreeklibrary.org/events</a> or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: Family Fun: Dinos Stay and Play

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Family Fun: Dinos Stay and Play

Come and join us for a dinosaur-themed party. 🦖 🥳 🦕 We'll read, sing, dance, and play dinosaur games & crafts. Please wear...

Ever wonder what's inside of a thunderstorm or how a hurricane forms? Learn just how wild weather can be in this week's STEAM Lab. 
This program is for those in grades 1-2 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is required. Find out more by visiting <a href="https://oakcreeklibrary.org/events/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">oakcreeklibrary.org/events</a> or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: STEAM Lab: Wild Weather

STEAM Lab: Wild Weather

Ever wonder what's inside of a thunderstorm or how a hurricane forms? Learn just how wild weather can be in this week's STEAM...

Learn about circuitry and electricity as we make our own treasure map that lights up! 
This program is for those in grades 3-6 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is required. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Oak Creek Public Library. Find out more by visiting <a href="https://oakcreeklibrary.org/events/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">oakcreeklibrary.org/events</a> or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: STEAM Lab: Light-Up Treasure Map

STEAM Lab: Light-Up Treasure Map

Learn about circuitry and electricity as we make our own treasure map that lights up! 
This program is for those in grades 3-6...

Ever wanted to create your own magazine? Now you can! Join us as we create our own publications. 
This program is for those in grades 6-9 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is required. Find out more by visiting <a href="https://oakcreeklibrary.org/events/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">oakcreeklibrary.org/events</a>or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: Middle School: Create Your Own Zine

Middle School: Create Your Own Zine

Ever wanted to create your own magazine? Now you can! Join us as we create our own publications. 
This program is for those in...

This 20-25 minute Story Time &nbsp;is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). Get ready to nurture early literacy with stories, songs, and rhymes and get excited to meet a special guest! Come say "hello" to our Health Department to learn all about health and personal well-being. &nbsp; 

Registration is not required. This program will be held in the Multi-purpose Room. Find out more by visiting <a href="https://oakcreeklibrary.org/events/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">oakcreeklibrary.org/events</a> or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: City Workers Story Time: Health Department

City Workers Story Time: Health Department

This 20-25 minute Story Time  is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). Get ready to nurture early...

In this 4-week computer class, participants will learn computer, Internet, search tool, and basic email concepts. Topics include: using a mouse, opening and closing windows, going to websites, navigating a website, using the online Library catalog, using google.com, as well as sending, replying to, and deleting emails.
Week 1 - July 9: Intro to Computers
<ul><li>Learn basic computer terminology.</li><li>Understand the mouse and its functions.</li><li>Perform basic computer tasks such as opening, closing, and scrolling in windows.</li><li>Familiarize yourself with a keyboard.</li><li>Gain an understanding of the various ways to shut down a computer.</li></ul>




Week 2 - July 16: Internet Basics
<ul><li>Learn about the Internet and the World Wide Web and become familiar with terminology.</li><li>Master basic skills to effectively access and navigate websites.</li><li>Explore the Oak Creek Public Library’s website and access information.</li><li>Explore the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel website and access information.</li><li>Access an online map through Google Maps and get directions. </li></ul>




Week 3 - July 23: Intro to Internet Search Tools
<ul><li>Locate library materials using CountyCat, the online Milwaukee County Library system catalog</li><li>Become familiar with CountyCat features for limiting searches and reserving library materials.</li><li>Perform queries in search engines and learn effective strategies for obtaining more accurate search results. </li></ul>


Week 4 - July 30: Email Basics
<ul><li>Learn about email and other forms of online communication.</li><li>Compose, send, and reply to messages.</li><li>Learn how to upload and open attachments.</li><li>Sign in and out of the email account.</li></ul>



This class is held over a 4-week period and requires registration. Register by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: Basic Computer Skills at Oak Creek Public Library

Basic Computer Skills at Oak Creek Public Library

In this 4-week computer class, participants will learn computer, Internet, search tool, and basic email concepts. Topics...

Join us in the annual OCPL Puzzle Race! Teams of 2-4 members will compete to finish a 500-piece puzzle first within a 1.5 hour time limit. Please see the complete rules below:
<ul><li>Teams will be 2-4 players.</li><li>Each team will complete the same Ravensburger 500-piece puzzle.</li><li>All puzzles are new and sealed, therefore they will contain all of their pieces.</li><li>The time limit is one and a half hours. If no teams finish, all teams will be asked to stop at the same time. Staff will then count pieces to see who is closest to completing the puzzle.</li><li>Once you place all of your pieces, come up to the front to ring the bell!</li><li>Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places.</li></ul>
This program is open to adults and teens and will be held in the Multi-purpose Room. Registration is required. Please limit your team to a minimum of two members and up to a maximum of four members.

Local Event: OCPL Puzzle Race

OCPL Puzzle Race

Join us in the annual OCPL Puzzle Race! Teams of 2-4 members will compete to finish a 500-piece puzzle first within a 1.5 hour...

Embark on an epic journey with fellow adventurers in our "Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers" book club! We'll delve into the <a href="https://oakcreek.countycat.mcfls.org/GroupedWork/7051b5d4-4733-0f64-9ce1-16b6326b2b80-eng/Home?searchId=22602067&amp;recordIndex=1&amp;page=1&amp;searchSource=local&amp;referred=resultIndex" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">second book of Tolkien's masterpiece</a>, exploring Middle-earth's magic and peril together. Join us for lively discussions, shared insights, and a quest to understand the power of friendship and courage. We will read two chapters each week for a total of ten sessions. After each meeting, please feel free to follow the group to the <a href="https://www.oakcreekwi.gov/visitor/events/farmers-market#ad-image-0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Oak Creek Farmers Market</a> located just outside the library in Drexel Town Square.
This program is open to adults and will take place in the Civic Center's Tower Room. Registration opens June 11, is required, and limited seats are available.&nbsp; Register by visiting <a href="https://oakcreeklibrary.org/events/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">oakcreeklibrary.org/events</a> or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.

Local Event: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers Book Club at Oak Creek Public Library

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