10 Things to Do in Milwaukee’s North Shore Libraries

National Library Week is the perfect time to explore all the amazing resources, activities, and experiences available at your local libraries. From Glendale to Shorewood, Whitefish Bay to Mequon, North Shore libraries offer something for everyone. Here are 10 things you can do this week to celebrate!

1. Attend a Storytime Session

Whether you have a toddler or a pre-teen, storytimes are abundant throughout the North Shore. Check out the weekly all-ages Story Time at Shorewood Public Library or outdoor storytime sessions at Whitefish Bay during the warmer months. Mequon’s Frank L. Weyenberg Library even offers unique storytimes like Tiny Dancers and Little Scientists for a creative twist on early literacy.

2. Explore the "Library of Things" Collections

Several libraries offer non-traditional items for checkout. Visit North Shore Library’s Share Shed to borrow board games, tech gadgets, and tools, or Whitefish Bay Library’s Take and Tinker Collection for family-friendly board games.

3. Borrow Free Museum Passes

North Shore Library offers Explore Passes for free or discounted admission to local attractions like the Milwaukee Art Museum and Schlitz Audubon Nature Center. A fun, free way to experience cultural hotspots with the family!

4. Participate in a Book Club

Join discussions at Whitefish Bay’s History Hour series, Shorewood Public Library’s book clubs, or Weyenberg Library’s Evening Readers Club. It’s a great way to meet fellow readers and dive deeper into literature.

5. Enjoy a Performance or Lecture

Catch a live show or presentation! Whitefish Bay Library recently hosted a juggling performance by world yo-yo champion Mark Hayward, while Weyenberg Library has educational talks on the Ice Age National Scenic Trail.

6. Participate in Craft Workshops

From LEGO clubs and bracelet-making for kids at Whitefish Bay to Hook, Yarn & Stitch knitting circles for adults at Weyenberg, there’s something for everyone who enjoys creating.

7. Join a Game Night

Check out Shorewood Public Library’s (Board) Game On series for teens and adults or play bingo at Weyenberg Library’s monthly Family Bingo Night.

8. Take Advantage of Curbside or After-Hours Pickup

Busy week? Use Shorewood’s 24/7 pickup lockers or Weyenberg’s curbside service to get your library items when it’s convenient for you.

9. Tour the New Library Facilities

North Shore Library is in the process of building a modern new facility in Bayside. Stay tuned for updates and tours when the new library opens!

10. Relax and Read

Sometimes, the best activity is simply finding a cozy corner and diving into a good book. Each library offers inviting spaces, from Shorewood’s quiet reading rooms to Weyenberg’s fireplace lounge.

Take some time this National Library Week to visit one (or all!) of the North Shore libraries. With so much to offer, you might just find your new favorite spot.