About us
Tagline: Imagine…Learn…Connect
Library Mission: The Waupaca Area Public Library is committed to offering opportunities for innovation, connection, and engaged learning.
Vision: The Waupaca Area Public Library will be known as the community resource that promotes innovation, technology, collaboration, connectedness and all forms of literacy.
Values: The Waupaca Area Public Library strives to be:
- Inclusive– opening doors for increasing engagement
- Responsive – collaborating with partners to meet community needs
- Respectful – a welcoming environment, open yet private
- Accessible – by offering up-to-date technology and resources
- Connected – starting conversations and creating community
Land Acknowledgement: The land that surrounds us is part of who we are; it reflects our history. As we enjoy the lakes, rivers, forests and land of our area, we recognize those from the Menominee and Ho-Chunk Nations and others of the 12 American Indian Nations of Wisconsin who were here taking care of this beautiful place long before the settlers arrived. White settlers and their descendants have long benefitted at the expense of Indian Nations. Indigenous people are not relics of the past. The fabric of our community is enhanced by their presence and we make our pledge to celebrate their talents, gifts and rich culture.
Wisconsin residents of all ages are encouraged to get a library card. Individuals must fill out an application form or apply online and complete the application process at the Library. Waupaca Area Public Library will accept any combination of the following forms of Identification that verify their identity, birthdate and current address:
- Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License or Wisconsin I.D. Card
- Checkbook with local address
- Any official item mailed to current address (utility bill, registered letter, etc)
- Rent Receipt
- Student ID
If address is in question library card will be mailed to applicant.
Individuals under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to register for a card.
| Monday | 9:00 am to 8:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 9:00 am to 8:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am to 8:00 pm |
| Thursday | 9:00 am to 8:00 pm |
| Friday | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm |
| Saturday | 9:00 am to 2:00 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Scheduled Closings – 2025
- Wednesday, January 1 – New Year’s Day
- Friday, April 18 (CLOSING EARLY AT 1pm) – Good Friday
- Saturday, April 19 – Spring Break
- Saturday, May 24 to Monday, May 26 – Memorial Day
- Friday, July 4 – Independence Day
- Saturday, August 16 – ARTS on the Square
- Saturday, August 30 to Monday, September 1 – Labor Day
- Wednesday, November 26 (CLOSING EARLY AT 6pm) – Day Before Thanksgiving
- Thursday, November 27 to Friday, November 28 – Thanksgiving
- Wednesday, December 24 to Thursday, December 25 – Christmas
- Tuesday, December 31 – New Year’s Eve
- Wednesday, January 1, 2026 – New Year’s Day
| Title | Name/Email | Phone |
| General Questions/Information | Library Staff | (715) 258-4414 |
| Library Director | Eric Bailey | (715) 258-4414 |
| Adult Services Librarian | Jan Popple | (715) 258-4414 |
| Teen Librarian | Taylor Wilcox | (715) 258-4418 |
| Youth Librarian | Simon Baumgart | (715) 258-4417 |
| Assistant Youth Librarian | Jan Rademacher | (715) 258-4417 |
| Programming & Outreach Coordinator | Molly Reinke | (715) 258-4414 |
| Interlibrary Loan Librarian | Joleen Mullet | (715) 258-4414 |
About our organization:
- Customer service is our life blood.
- We are committed to providing opportunities for innovation and engaged learning.
- Our vision is to be known as a community resource that promotes innovation, technology, collaboration and all forms of literacy.
- We invite our community to imagine, learn and connect with our organization as the hub.
- We concentrate on outcomes and meeting community needs.
- We strive to be inclusive, responsive, respectful and accessible.
- We offer our staff opportunities to learn and grow.
- We welcome change as an inevitable part of library services.
- We value early literacy, lifelong learning, and the arts.
Library Assistant: Responsible for assisting library patrons, operation of the circulation desk software, shelving library materials and other functions in the library. This position includes opportunities to assist with library programs and events. We are particularly looking for people who are interested in working evening and weekend hours, along with daytime hours. Flexible availability to cover vacations, sick time, etc. is important.
Teen Assistant: Oversees and promotes activity in the Teen Room while assisting with Teen program planning. This position includes shelving library materials in all departments, too. 8-12 hours per week during the school year. After school and weekend hours. Please include a letter of reference with your application.
Library Page: Responsible for shelving and maintaining the order of the library’s materials.
Click here for Application for Employment: Fill out the City of Waupaca Employment Application
Looking to help?
Find information about volunteering at the Waupaca Public Library on our Volunteer Information page!
