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"Pax" book cover with colorful falling books and a watercolor background

Parent/Child Book Club: Pax

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Story Time Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

Ages 8-11. Registration required. In April, Parent/Child Book Club will discuss the novel Pax by Sara Pennypacker."After being forced to give up his pet fox Pax, a young boy n...

Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Ages 8-11. Registration required. 

In April, Parent/Child Book Club will discuss the novel Pax by Sara Pennypacker.

About the program

Share the love of reading! Parent/Child Book Club is for kids ages 8-11 and their parents/caregivers. Each month, we will discuss a novel and enjoy activities and snacks related to the book. Books will be available for check-out at the Youth Services Desk approximately one month before the event.

Disclaimer(s)

  • Space is limited. Please let us know if you need to cancel so someone on the waitlist may attend.
  • Refreshments will be provided. For food allergy concerns please contact staff. Ingredient lists can be provided upon request.
"The Cold Millions" book cover

Senior Center Book Group

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Verona Senior Center at Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In April, the Senior Center Book Group will be reading The Cold Millions by Jess Walter.

Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Verona Senior Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

In April, the Senior Center Book Group will be reading The Cold Millions by Jess Walter.

About the program

The Senior Center Book Group meets in person each month at the Verona Senior Center. Copies of the book are available in regular and large print as well as audiobook and ebook formats. Please visit the library's service desk to get a copy. 

To register, call the Verona Senior Center at 608-845-7471. Everyone is welcome!

A Taste for Mystery Book Club

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Conference Room (127) at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This month we will read and discuss None of This is True, by Lisa Jewell.

Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Conference Room (127)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

This month we will read and discuss None of This is True, by Lisa Jewell.

Disclaimer(s)

  • Registration is required.
  • Refreshments will be provided. For food allergy concerns please contact staff. Ingredient lists can be provided upon request.
"The Misfits" book covers with drawings from the book in the background

Favorite Books & Bites: Misfits

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Time Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

Ages 8 - 11. Registration required.Discuss the Misfits series, plus enjoy activities and snacks related to the books.Pick up a copy of the first book of the series, A Royal Conundr...

Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Ages 8 - 11. Registration required.

Discuss the Misfits series, plus enjoy activities and snacks related to the books.

Disclaimer(s)

  • Refreshments will be provided. For food allergy concerns please contact staff. Ingredient lists can be provided upon request.

Books 'n Booze Book Club at Stone Porch Alehouse

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Stone Porch Alehouse at Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us to discuss The Stranger in the Woods: The Extraordinary Story of the Last True Hermit by Michael Finkel at Stone Porch Alehouse! Books are available for pick up at the serv...

Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Stone Porch Alehouse
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us to discuss The Stranger in the Woods: The Extraordinary Story of the Last True Hermit by Michael Finkel at Stone Porch Alehouse! Books are available for pick up at the service desk at the library starting 3/27/25.

Stone Porch Alehouse: 950 Kimball Ln, Verona, WI 53593

About the program

Books 'n Booze is a book club for people interested in having a blast while discussing fun books and meeting new people. We read a wide variety of genres, including graphic novels and nonfiction. The book club meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 pm. Please see the event calendar for possible exceptions.

Parent/Child Book Club: The Chocolate Touch

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Story Time Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

Ages 8-11. Registration required. In May, Parent/Child Book Club will discuss the novel The Chocolate Touch by Patrick Skene Catling."A boy acquires a magical gift that turns ...

Registration
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Ages 8-11. Registration required. 

In May, Parent/Child Book Club will discuss the novel The Chocolate Touch by Patrick Skene Catling.

About the program

Share the love of reading! Parent/Child Book Club is for kids ages 8-11 and their parents/caregivers. Each month, we will discuss a novel and enjoy activities and snacks related to the book. Books will be available for check-out at the Youth Services Desk approximately one month before the event.

Disclaimer(s)

  • Space is limited. Please let us know if you need to cancel so someone on the waitlist may attend.
  • Refreshments will be provided. For food allergy concerns please contact staff. Ingredient lists can be provided upon request.
fun stack of cookbooks illustration

VPL Cookbook Club: Recipes that Celebrate Mexico

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Food
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This month, in honor of Mexican Independence Day, we will make food that celebrates Mexican recipes and heritage.

Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Food
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

This month, in honor of Mexican Independence Day, we will make food that celebrates Mexican recipes and heritage.

About the program

Join us as we explore cookbooks and recipes featuring a new theme each month. A selection of books will be on reserve at the circulation desk every month for you to check out, otherwise, feel free to use your own cookbook and let us know about it! Each participant will make a recipe and bring it to share and discuss.

Please register online or call the library at (608) 845-7180 to let us know you will be there!

Disclaimer(s)

  • Refreshments will be provided. For food allergy concerns please contact staff. Ingredient lists can be provided upon request.

Senior Center Book Group

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Verona Senior Center at Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In May, the Senior Center Book Group will be reading The Maid by Nita Prose.

Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Verona Senior Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

In May, the Senior Center Book Group will be reading The Maid by Nita Prose.

About the program

The Senior Center Book Group meets in person each month at the Verona Senior Center. Copies of the book are available in regular and large print as well as audiobook and ebook formats. Please visit the library's service desk to get a copy. 

To register, call the Verona Senior Center at 608-845-7471. Everyone is welcome!

A Taste for Mystery Book Club

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Conference Room (127) at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This month we will read and discuss Magpie Murders, by Anthony Horowitz.

Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Conference Room (127)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

This month we will read and discuss Magpie Murders, by Anthony Horowitz.

About the program

Got a taste for mystery? This book group meets once a month on Monday mornings to discuss great mysteries as we enjoy coffee and pastries. Bring some intrigue to your life by giving this dynamic group a try.

Please register online or call the library at (608) 845-7180 to let us know you will be there!

Disclaimer(s)

  • Refreshments will be provided. For food allergy concerns please contact staff. Ingredient lists can be provided upon request.

Favorite Books & Bites: Merci Suárez Changes Gears

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Time Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

Ages 8 - 11. Registration required.Discuss the Merci Suárez  series, plus enjoy activities and snacks related to the books.Pick up a copy of the first book of the series, Mer...

Registration
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Ages 8 - 11. Registration required.

Discuss the Merci Suárez  series, plus enjoy activities and snacks related to the books.

Disclaimer(s)

  • Refreshments will be provided. For food allergy concerns please contact staff. Ingredient lists can be provided upon request.

Books 'n Booze Book Club at Stone Porch Alehouse

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Stone Porch Alehouse at Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us to discuss The Cemetery of Untold Stories by Julia Alvarez at Stone Porch Alehouse! Books are available for pick up at the service desk at the library starting 4/24/25. No ...

Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Stone Porch Alehouse
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us to discuss The Cemetery of Untold Stories by Julia Alvarez at Stone Porch Alehouse! Books are available for pick up at the service desk at the library starting 4/24/25. No registration required.

Stone Porch Alehouse: 950 Kimball Ln, Verona, WI 53593

About the program

Books 'n Booze is a book club for people interested in having a blast while discussing fun books and meeting new people. We read a wide variety of genres, including graphic novels and nonfiction. The book club meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 pm. Please see the event calendar for possible exceptions.

A Taste for Mystery Book Club

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Conference Room (127) at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

By popular demand, this month instead of reading a book we will watch and discuss the movie Gone Girl, comparing it in particular to March's book, Sandrine's Case. There will be ca...

Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Conference Room (127)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Movie
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

By popular demand, this month instead of reading a book we will watch and discuss the movie Gone Girl, comparing it in particular to March's book, Sandrine's Case. There will be candy, popcorn and lemonade to enjoy during the movie.

About the program

Got a taste for mystery? This book group meets once a month on Monday mornings to discuss great mysteries as we enjoy coffee and pastries. Bring some intrigue to your life by giving this dynamic group a try.

Please register online or call the library at (608) 845-7180 to let us know you will be there!

fun stack of cookbooks illustration

VPL Cookbook Club: Taste of Wisconsin!

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Food
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This month we will celebrate the many foods characteristic of the wonderful state of Wisconsin - think brats, cheese, cranberries, kringles, apples and more!  

Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Food
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

This month we will celebrate the many foods characteristic of the wonderful state of Wisconsin - think brats, cheese, cranberries, kringles, apples and more!  

About the program

Join us as we explore cookbooks and recipes featuring a new theme each month. A selection of books will be on reserve at the circulation desk every month for you to check out, otherwise, feel free to use your own cookbook and let us know about it! Each participant will make a recipe and bring it to share and discuss.

Please register online or call the library at (608) 845-7180 to let us know you will be there!

Disclaimer(s)

  • Refreshments will be provided. For food allergy concerns please contact staff. Ingredient lists can be provided upon request.

 

To request an accommodation to participate in library services, programs, or activities, please contact the library at (608) 845-7180 or fill out the online form. Please submit your request at least two weeks in advance.