Featured Events

"Glory Days in the Rearview" book cover on a illustrated sky with clouds background

Glory Days in the Rearview with Local Author Mark Nepper

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

We all remember that person from high school. You know, the person who seemed to glide through every aspect of those years—academics, athletics, clubs, social interactions. They were popular and successful and (darn them) even likable.

snow with pine trees with a warm cup of hot cocoa smiling at you

Hot Cocoa Story Time

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Ages 2-6.

Join us for hot cocoa-themed stories and songs! Designed for ages 2-6. No registration.

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Time to Ship Another Steer: A Kenosha Farmboy's Recollections

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bill Mueller is a teacher, author, and a former Kenosha farm boy. Come and listen to his recollections, both sweet and bittersweet, of growing up on a farm with 10 brothers and sisters.

a fun colorful puzzle with yellow, orange, and purple shapes sits on a table with a window showing a snowy winter scene.

An Afternoon of Puzzling

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Food, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's cold outside! Come spend some time in the cozy library doing jigsaw puzzles with family and friends. Cookies and hot cocoa will be served.

woman and boy reading together on a blanket with pillows and stars in the background

Family Fort Night

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Little Kids, School Age
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

All ages.

Hofburg Palace in Vienna at dusk

Opulent Palaces of Europe with Joe Fahey

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Europe has a long, colorful history of strong rulers who lived in palaces beyond comprehension. Joe Fahey will take you to four locations where outrageous extravagance ultimately led to downfall and political change.

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Baby Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Little Kids
Story Time Room
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Ongoing, Story Time

Ages 0-12 months. 

Intended for pre-walkers, baby story time is a lap-sit story time full of books, songs, bounces and more for babies and their caregivers. 20-25 minutes with time for play and socialization afterwards. No registration.

Baby Story Time

1:00pm–1:30pm
Little Kids
Story Time Room
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Ongoing, Story Time

Ages 0-12 months. 

Intended for pre-walkers, baby story time is a lap-sit story time full of books, songs, bounces and more for babies and their caregivers. 20-25 minutes with time for play and socialization afterwards. No registration.

Lunar New Year Celebration

9:30am–11:30am
Little Kids, School Age
Community Room
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Little Kids, School Age
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

All ages. No registration.

Toddler Story Time

9:30am–10:00am
Little Kids
Story Time Room
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Ongoing, Story Time

Ages 1-2.

Encourage early literacy skills at Toddler Story Time through stories, rhymes, and songs for active little ones and their caregivers. 20 - 25 minutes. No registration.

Preschool Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Little Kids
Story Time Room
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Ongoing, Story Time

Ages 3-5. 

This story time includes books, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers and their caregivers who model sitting and listening. We focus on school readiness by improving attention, vocabulary, and imagination! 25 - 30 minutes. No registration.

English Class: Beginner/ Clase de inglés: Principiante

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education
Event Details:

This free group English class will be offered mostly online using Zoom. You will practice speaking, listening, reading, writing and new vocabulary in English.

An Interactive Climate Solutions Simulator: A Demonstration and Discussion

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Community Room
Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Event, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join retired environmental engineer Philip Smith as he introduces us to a new tool in the battle against climate change - online simulator En-ROADS.  

Disclaimer(s)

  • Registration is required.

Story Time at The Sow's Ear

10:00am–10:30am
Little Kids
The Sow's Ear
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: The Sow's Ear
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Ages 2-5. 

Join us for story time at The Sow's Ear! Enjoy books, songs, and other activities for children and their caregivers. Geared toward ages 2-5, siblings welcome.

Child Development Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Little Kids
Community Room
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Story Time

Ages 2-5. 

Join a member of CI Pediatric Therapy Centers' staff for an interactive story time of books, songs, movement, crafts and fun! Activities will be geared towards 2-5 year olds, but all ages are welcome! No registration.

English Class: Intermediate/ Clase de inglés: Intermedio

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education
Event Details:

This free group English class will be offered mostly online using Zoom. You will practice speaking, listening, reading, writing and new vocabulary in English. You can take your Zoom class on your smartphone, tablet, laptop, or computer.

The Librarians Film Screening

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Community Room
Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Librarians across the U.S. examine how book review policies are shaping their communities.
 

Toddler Story Time

9:30am–10:00am
Little Kids
Story Time Room
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Ongoing, Story Time

Ages 1-2.

Encourage early literacy skills at Toddler Story Time through stories, rhymes, and songs for active little ones and their caregivers. 20 - 25 minutes. No registration.

Senior Center Book Group

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Verona Senior Center
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Verona Senior Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

In February, the Senior Center Book Group will be reading The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters.

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!

Preschool Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Little Kids
Story Time Room
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Ongoing, Story Time

Ages 3-5. 

This story time includes books, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers and their caregivers who model sitting and listening. We focus on school readiness by improving attention, vocabulary, and imagination! 25 - 30 minutes. No registration.

Library Yarns

4:30pm–6:00pm
Adults
Conference Room (127)
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Conference Room (127)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Ongoing

If you enjoy knitting, crochet, embroidery, or another needlecraft, please join us at this weekly drop-in stitching circle hosted by the library. All skill levels and fiber arts are welcome. Meet up with other fiber art enthusiasts, learn new techniques, exchange ideas, or find inspiration for your next project.

View all upcoming regular and special Library Yarns events.

Sensory Story Time

9:30am–10:00am
Little Kids
Story Time Room
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Ongoing, Story Time

Ages 3-5.

Sensory story time builds communication and friendship skills in a supportive environment. This story time features a visual schedule, yoga, and more. No registration.

Everybody Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Little Kids
Story Time Room
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Ongoing, Story Time

Ages 0-5. 

Featuring books, songs, and rhymes, Everybody Story Time is designed for the whole family. 25-30 minutes. No registration. 

Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic with Dr. Lindsey Stewart

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Event
Event Details:

Feminist philosopher Dr.

This talk can also be viewed after it has aired. Access past talks here.

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Part of The Betty J. Karweick Virtual Author Talks Series. For more information, visit veronapubliclibrary.org/betty-j-karweick.

Pokémon Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
School Age
Community Room
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Gaming

Ages 6-11. 

Join fellow Pokémon fanatics for a Pokémon related activity each month. Bring your Gameboy, Switch, or learn to play the trading card game and compete against other kids! Bring your own deck or borrow one of ours. No registration.

Adult Art Club

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Community Room
Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

Feeling crafty but seeking a little camaraderie as you create? This is the club for you! Bring in whatever project (sewing, knitting, drawing, etc.) you're working on, or select from provided supplies to do adult coloring or Zentangle. The atmosphere is informal and supportive, so come enjoy some social time while pursuing your artistic interests!

Disclaimer(s)

  • Registration is required.

The Historical Fiction Book Club

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Conference Room (127)
Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Conference Room (127)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

This month we will read and discuss Crow Mary, by Kathleen Grissom.

About the program

Calling all historical fiction enthusiasts! In this book club we read and discuss historical fiction books of varying subjects and time periods.  We meet the 2nd Friday of each month.

Disclaimer(s)

  • Space is limited. Please let us know if you need to cancel so someone on the waitlist may attend.

Baby Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Little Kids
Story Time Room
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Ongoing, Story Time

Ages 0-12 months. 

Intended for pre-walkers, baby story time is a lap-sit story time full of books, songs, bounces and more for babies and their caregivers. 20-25 minutes with time for play and socialization afterwards. No registration.

Baby Story Time

1:00pm–1:30pm
Little Kids
Story Time Room
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Ongoing, Story Time

Ages 0-12 months. 

Intended for pre-walkers, baby story time is a lap-sit story time full of books, songs, bounces and more for babies and their caregivers. 20-25 minutes with time for play and socialization afterwards. No registration.

Crochet Workshop

3:30pm–3:45pm
School Age, Teens, Adults
Story Time Room
Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

All ages. Registration required.

Do you require extra assistance such as seating, visual or hearing-related issues?
Request an accommodation to participate in library services, programs, or activities, by contacting the library at (608) 845-7180 or filling out the online form. Please submit your request at least two weeks in advance.