Banned Books Week is October 1st – 7th, and the Winona Public Library has two events to help celebrate the occasion. First, attend the newly created book club, I’m With the Banned on Monday, October 2nd at 4:30pm in Island City Brewery Company (65 E Front St, Winona). Participants will discuss The Absolutely True Diary […]
Join the Winona in Nature Community Project (WINC) on Sunday, October 1st from 1-4PM for a nature & well-being retreat at the beautiful Holzinger Lodge (925 W Lake Blvd, Winona). This retreat is open to all ages 16 years and older and will provide connection with nature, conversation, education and helpful tips about mental wellbeing. […]
Join us for our newly created book club, I’m With the Banned on Monday, October 2nd at 4:30pm in Island City Brewery Company (65 E Front St, Winona). Participants will discuss The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie. If you would like a copy of the book ordered for you, please […]
October 3, 4-5:45 PM For Youth Ages 9-14 Fresh off our visit from NASA professional Sarah Simpson, who spoke to us about the Mars Curiosity Rover mission, we’re going to code our own rovers using Sphero! Per grant guidelines, this program is targeted at ages 9-14. Pre-registration is required.
Tuesdays 10 AM at the Library October 3-November 14 (No storytime at the Library November 21-January 2) Join Miss Tricia on the Library’s second floor to enjoy stories, songs, and activities together. No registration required. While we’re taking a storytime break at the library November 21-January 2, we will be hosting two special storytimes at […]
Travel along through time as you take a guided tour of Winona’s historic public library and learn not only its history but its architectural development. Tours will be a half hour to 45 minutes and will meet outside at the base of the original entrance on 5th Street. In the case of rain, tours will […]
The Winona Public Library along with the La Crescent, La Crosse County, La Crosse Public Libraries and several other partners are, again, participating in a regional read, the Driftless Regional Read. Community members are tasked with reading What Happened to You by Bruce Perry and Oprah Winfrey. “Through deeply personal conversations, Oprah Winfrey and renowned brain and […]
If you would like to borrow a copy of any of the upcoming books, please click the link above or call the Reference Desk at (507) 452-4860. Upcoming Book Selections October 4th -- What Happened to You? by Bruce Perry & Oprah Winfrey November 1st -- The Maid by Nita Prose December 6th -- Number […]
Calling all self-proclaimed true crime junkies! Booked: True Crime Book Club will be starting in October and will meet the first Thursday of the month at 3pm in the Blooming Grounds back room. Bring your detective brain as we learn about some of the most unnerving serial killers and their victims. October 5th - The […]
CareerForce Winona will hold office hours at the library weekly on Thursdays from 1:30-3:30 pm. Create a free resume, get help with job searches, unemployment, and more.
Join us for interactive nature strolls in our beautiful Winona community. The Winona in Nature Community Project (WINC) Strolls focus on connecting people to nature and each other, with an emphasis on wellbeing. They are led by local mental health providers and outdoor enthusiasts. The WINC Project, led by Winona’s Dharma River organization, is made […]
Learn about all the resources available in the Winona Area Community during the Mental Health Resource Fair at the Winona Public Library on Saturday, October 7th from 10AM-12PM. At 10:30AM, there will be a Behavior Modification Activity offered by Winona Health’s Kattie Tibbs, LPCC. The activity demonstrates the challenge of making changes and the importance of […]
October 9, 16 & 23, 4-4:45 PM | For ages 9-12 Read and discuss "Magic Misfits" by Neil Patrick Harris while enjoying activities with your friends and WPL Youth staff! Registration is required. Drop in the Youth Department to pick up the book once registered.
Classic Movie Monday is every second Monday of the Month at 2 PM in the Library's Bell Art Room. Individually wrapped snacks and bottled beverages will be provided during the movies, and all movies are roughly no more than two hours long. Upcoming Movies: To Be Announced
October 10, 4-5:45 PM For Youth Ages 9-14 Dr. Mary Skow works at the NASA headquarters in Washington D.C. She’ll talk with us about her journey to NASA and what tech is required to live on the Moon or Mars, and then we’ll build our own space colony! Per grant guidelines, this program is targeted […]
Tuesdays 10 AM at the Library October 3-November 14 (No storytime at the Library November 21-January 2) Join Miss Tricia on the Library’s second floor to enjoy stories, songs, and activities together. No registration required. While we’re taking a storytime break at the library November 21-January 2, we will be hosting two special storytimes at […]
Travel along through time as you take a guided tour of Winona’s historic public library and learn not only its history but its architectural development. Tours will be a half hour to 45 minutes and will meet outside at the base of the original entrance on 5th Street. In the case of rain, tours will […]
October 11, 18, and 25 at 4-5 PM Join Winona Public Library for an out-of-this-world series of programs at the East End Recreation Center (210 Zumbro Street)! Each session will focus on a space-related activity as part of Project NIFTY (NASA Inspires Futures for Tomorrow's Youth)! These are hands-on STEM programs that don't require any […]
CareerForce Winona will hold office hours at the library weekly on Thursdays from 1:30-3:30 pm. Create a free resume, get help with job searches, unemployment, and more.
Travel along through time as you take a guided tour of Winona’s historic public library and learn not only its history but its architectural development. Tours will be a half hour to 45 minutes and will meet outside at the base of the original entrance on 5th Street. In the case of rain, tours will […]
Drop by the Youth Department for Saturday morning activities! These self-directed activities are out during the full 10 AM-12 PM time frame, so stop in whenever. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult. October 14 will be Lego Free Play. October 28 will be a self-directed craft. No registration required.
October 9, 16 & 23, 4-4:45 PM | For ages 9-12 Read and discuss "Magic Misfits" by Neil Patrick Harris while enjoying activities with your friends and WPL Youth staff! Registration is required. Drop in the Youth Department to pick up the book once registered.
On Tuesday, October 17th at 4:30pm in the Library’s Bell Art Room teens ages 13-18 are welcome to meet with the Joy Labs’ Sarah Johnson to discuss brain stuff. Our nervous system is designed to keep us alive–which sometimes is at odds with our ability to take in new information. Dr Dan Siegel developed the […]
Tuesdays 10 AM at the Library October 3-November 14 (No storytime at the Library November 21-January 2) Join Miss Tricia on the Library’s second floor to enjoy stories, songs, and activities together. No registration required. While we’re taking a storytime break at the library November 21-January 2, we will be hosting two special storytimes at […]
October 11, 18, and 25 at 4-5 PM Join Winona Public Library for an out-of-this-world series of programs at the East End Recreation Center (210 Zumbro Street)! Each session will focus on a space-related activity as part of Project NIFTY (NASA Inspires Futures for Tomorrow's Youth)! These are hands-on STEM programs that don't require any […]
Travel along through time as you take a guided tour of Winona’s historic public library and learn not only its history but its architectural development. Tours will be a half hour to 45 minutes and will meet outside at the base of the original entrance on 5th Street. In the case of rain, tours will […]
No school? No problem! Code a Sphero BOLT at Winona Public Library! Youth will be introduced to coding with Sphero and then let loose to solve the project for the day. Registration is required. This program is for youth ages 9-15.
On Thursday, October 19th from 4-6pm, play a game and watch a film at the Winona Public Library. The Brain Architect Game helps us understand what happens when the brain is built and how we can understand what makes a strong base, and what things can build it up. The game is played using cards […]
CareerForce Winona will hold office hours at the library weekly on Thursdays from 1:30-3:30 pm. Create a free resume, get help with job searches, unemployment, and more.
No school? No problem! We’re excited to host Magic of Isaiah for a free all-ages magic show! Isaiah always brings a comedic and interactive magic show that is sure to amaze and entertain young children through adults. No registration required.
The Friends of the Winona Public Library meeting will be held in the Meeting Room. The Friends of the Winona Public Library typically meet every third Saturday of the month at 9:30 AM in the library's Meeting Room. All Friends and potential friends are invited.
Travel along through time as you take a guided tour of Winona’s historic public library and learn not only its history but its architectural development. Tours will be a half hour to 45 minutes and will meet outside at the base of the original entrance on 5th Street. In the case of rain, tours will […]
October 9, 16 & 23, 4-4:45 PM | For ages 9-12 Read and discuss "Magic Misfits" by Neil Patrick Harris while enjoying activities with your friends and WPL Youth staff! Registration is required. Drop in the Youth Department to pick up the book once registered.
Tuesdays 10 AM at the Library October 3-November 14 (No storytime at the Library November 21-January 2) Join Miss Tricia on the Library’s second floor to enjoy stories, songs, and activities together. No registration required. While we’re taking a storytime break at the library November 21-January 2, we will be hosting two special storytimes at […]
October 11, 18, and 25 at 4-5 PM Join Winona Public Library for an out-of-this-world series of programs at the East End Recreation Center (210 Zumbro Street)! Each session will focus on a space-related activity as part of Project NIFTY (NASA Inspires Futures for Tomorrow's Youth)! These are hands-on STEM programs that don't require any […]
Hybrid (Virtual & In-Person) Meetings offered every Wednesday at 2:30 PM Join us for a stigma-free one-hour program. It’s a time to socialize and engage with others, exchange experiences, support one another and learn something new. From the Suez Canal to Dolly Parton, we explore a new topic every week! Meeting Location: Winona Friendship Center […]
Youth in Grades 5-12 are invited to enjoy an afternoon of spooky crafting at WPL! We'll paint spooky rocks, craft shrinky dink keychains, and more! No registration required. Just drop in! *All participants must be picked up prior to 5 PM when the Library closes.*
CareerForce Winona will hold office hours at the library weekly on Thursdays from 1:30-3:30 pm. Create a free resume, get help with job searches, unemployment, and more.
Join the legendary Edgar Allen Poe for an afternoon of urban legends on Friday, October 27th at 4PM in the Winona Public Library. Actors from Theatre du Mississippi will reenact famous urban legends throughout time. This event is recommended for ages 8 and up. Some stories may be scary for young children, so caregivers are […]
The Friends of the Winona Public Library and Theatre du Mississippi will hold a joint fundraiser at the Winona Public Library on Friday, October 27th from 7-9pm. Doors will open at 6:30pm. Peruse and bid on silent auction items from 7-7:30pm then Theatre du Mississippi will perform retellings of urban legends and silent auction bidders […]
Drop by the Youth Department for Saturday morning activities! These self-directed activities are out during the full 10 AM-12 PM time frame, so stop in whenever. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult. October 14 will be Lego Free Play. October 28 will be a self-directed craft. No registration required.
Tuesdays 10 AM at the Library October 3-November 14 (No storytime at the Library November 21-January 2) Join Miss Tricia on the Library’s second floor to enjoy stories, songs, and activities together. No registration required. While we’re taking a storytime break at the library November 21-January 2, we will be hosting two special storytimes at […]
If you would like to borrow a copy of any of the upcoming books, please click the link above or call the Reference Desk at (507) 452-4860. Upcoming Book Selections November 1st -- The Maid by Nita Prose December 6th -- Number the Stars by Lois Lowry If you cannot make the meeting but would […]
Calling all self-proclaimed true crime junkies! Booked: True Crime Book Club will be starting in October and will meet the first Thursday of the month at 3pm in the Blooming Grounds back room. Bring your detective brain as we learn about some of the most unnerving serial killers and their victims. October 5th - The […]
