Kaukauna Public Library 111 Main Avenue • Kaukauna, Wisconsin 54130 • (920) 766-6340

Hours:
Monday 9 AM - 8 PM
Tuesday 9 AM - 8 PM
Wednesday 9 AM - 8 PM
Thursday 9 AM - 8 PM
Friday 9 AM - 5 PM
Saturday 9 AM - 4 PM
Sunday closed

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  • Fox Cities ReadsThe 2010 Fox Cities Reads is a group effort by area libraries to "facilitate dialogue, cultivate a love of reading and promote a sense of community".

    This year the featured author is Lesley Kagen, a Wisconsin-based author.   Take advantage of one or more of the many opportunities to meet with other readers and discuss her New York Times best-selling mystery novel, Whistling in the Dark which takes place in Milwaukee in the late 1950s.    Sally O'Malley is a feisty heroine who will pull at your heartstings and make you laugh.

    Lesley Kagen will be at the Kaukauna Public Library on April 14th from 6:30 to 8:00 PM.

    Check out the website for all the details.
  • Fox Cities Book Festival April 11-18Plan now to attend the third annual Fox Cities Book Festival.  This is your opportunity to meet authors from a wide variety of genres.  Events will be held at many different Fox Cities libraries at various times.  Check out the website for more information.
  • Help for the Homeless DriveWe will be collecting NEW hygiene and cleaning items for local homeless shelters and crisis agencies through WEMI Radio's 18th annual "Help for the Homeless" campaign.  Please bring in your donations and place them in the collection box before March 21.  Requested items include dental and hair care, cleaning supplies, diapers and baby care, tissue, laundry detergent, garbage bags etc.  Donations collected will stay right here in the Fox Cities area.
  • Wisconsin Income Tax FormsWisconsin Income tax forms are available online through the Wisconsin Department of Revenue.  Click on the link above.
  • Wisconsin Libraries Say CheeseUsing flickr, many libraries have uploaded photos of a day in the life of their libraries. We invite you to watch the slide show on this page. We think you will be delighted and impressed with what you see.

    Be sure to look for the pictures from the Kaukauna Public Library.
  • Employment Help PageLooking for a job, thinking about changing careers....check out our Employment Help Page. You will find links for employment and unemployment services, state and local job sites, career tests and much more.
  • Homeschool WebsiteIf you are considering homeschooling or if you are already a homeschool parent you may find the Wisconsin Parents Association website useful and informative.

Events & Programs

March 11, 20106:30 PMEvening Book Discussion Group

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Kaukauna Public Library has a Book Discussion Group that meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM.

On March 11th the group will be discussing "Laura Rider's Masterpiece" by Jane Hamilton.

The April book pick is "Whistling In the Dark" by Lesley Kagen.

The group is actively looking for additional members.

March 16, 201010:00 AMDaytime Book Discussion Group

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Kaukauna Public Library has a Book Group that meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 10 AM.

"Under the Banner of Heaven" by Jon Krakauer will be discussed on March 16

The 2010 Fox Cities Reads book "Whistling in the Dark" by Lesley Kagen will be discussed on April 20th.

The group is actively looking for additional members.

10amSaturday Story Time

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October 3, 2009- April 24, 2010
Every Saturday
10am

The Kaukauna Education Association will sponsor a story time for children in 4K through 6th grade on Saturdays at the Kaukauna Public Library. Hear great stories read by Kaukauna Area School District teachers.   

9:30-10amPreschool Story Time

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March 3- April 8, 2010
Every Wednesday 
Every Thursday
9:30-10am

9:45-10:30amBaby Story Time

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March 2- April 6, 2010 
Every Tuesday 
9:45-10:30am

March 10, 20103:30-4:15pmTeen Time: Book Chat

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Hoot by Carl Hiaasen
Check out a copy of the book before Teen Time to join in the discussion or come to the Book Chat to see for yourself why this book won a Newbery Honor Award!

March 17, 20103:30-4:15pmTeen Time: Ducktivities

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Join us to make Duct Tape Wallets. "The money might not stick but the wallet will!," (Duck Brand Website).

March 31, 20106-7pmFamily Night

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Family Night at City Hall in the Community Room

Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration!
Celebrate one the craziest children's book authors! We will be reading Dr. Seuss stories, playing games, and enjoying time together as a family. Children of all ages, parents, and even grandparents are invited to join in the fun!