Welcome to the Adult Department!
Housed on the main floor of the Library, we have the daily news, magazines, microfilm, along with books, movies and music for all your information and entertainment needs. Questions are welcome at the main desk. Please let our friendly, helpful staff assist you. Throughout the year we have a full schedule of ongoing programs and special events for adults.
Poetry Read/Open Mic Night
WEDNESDAY, April 29 from 6-8pm
April is National Poetry Month!
In collaboration with the Waupaca Community Arts Board poetry committee – we are excited to feature local poet and previous contest winner, Phyllis Shidell, with a reading of her works. And UW Stevens Point Poetry Club, “Rising Voices” joins us again this year. The winners of our 2026 contest, “Poems for a Shared World” will be announced and invited to read their pieces. All are welcome to sign up for the open mic portion at the end of the evening.
Doors open at 5:30pm in the library downstairs meeting rooms.
Seed Saving 101+
THURSDAY, April 30 from 5:30-7pm
Seed saving 101+ will take you beyond the basics as you learn how to separate seeds from various flower and vegetables. You will have the opportunity to take home seeds and other garden resource surprises. This class will take you to the next level and save you money in future garden endeavors.
Register Here
Limit 26 People
Upcoming Adult Events
With careful consideration, our program Thursday Spanish conversation group ¿Comó se Dice? has been cancelled. If you would like to continue practicing your Spanish speaking skills, you can book 30 minute chat sessions with Molly (mreinke@waupacalibrary.org) or Simon (sbaumgart@waupacalibrary.org) based upon their individual availability. Thank you for your interest!
Lunch and Learn
Wednesday, May 6th
Celebrate 100 (+1) years of the Indian Crossing Casino! Nestled on the shores of Columbia Lake, this historic venue holds countless memories for the Waupaca community and beyond. Join Breanna Yeska as she reflects on the past century, sharing stories from previous owners with the help of notes from the local historical society.
Registration required: https://forms.gle/faX1HKgTnKkJXWj46
1st Wednesday of each month (Sept-May) to learn something new, and enjoy a meal with us! Library programs are always FREE! (2nd week in September!)
Watch our website for details about each month. Will be on a break June-August.
Library Book Club
Hosted the 3rd Saturday of each month at 10 am-
- April 18: Marriage at Sea: A true story of love, obsession, and shipwreck by Sophie Elmhirst
- May 16th: They Called Us Enemy by George Takei
Join us for casual discussion in person or on zoom!
Meeting for April posted by April 17
Book-to-Movie Club
Book-to-Movie Club: 10am-??
Saturday, March 28
Read along and then watch, “Seabiscuit” for our next club meeting! Compare, contrast, and come ready for casual discussion and viewing of this classic.
Extra copies available at the library.
Extra copies available and on display.
Tech Time Appointments
Need help with your laptop computer or electronic device? Call to schedule a one hour appointment for tech help with our library staff. 715-258-4414
Thursday Film Series
This month we will be watching “My Man Godfrey” from 1936, starring Carole Lombard and William Powell. Our presentation will begin with a classic cartoon prepared by Maggie Thompson, and additional comments by Steve Imm.
Movie snacks always provided!
Jack Rhodes Videos
View recorded lectures on our YouTube Channel
Creature Features – Musical & Romantic Films – Sherlock Holmes: The Spider Woman – The Thin Man – The Glenn Miller Story – Meet Me in St. Louis – Revisiting the Mysteries – The Music Man – On Moonlight Bay – Rhapsody in Blue – Stagecoach – Dangerous Mission – The Prisoner of Zenda – The Steel Helmet – Bringing Up Baby – Cinderella – And Then There Were None – Sherlock Holmes in the Spider Woman – The Spiral Staircase – Sitting Pretty- Here Comes Mr. Jordan – The Bishop’s Wife – Anne of Green Gables – For Me and My Gal – From Here to Eternity – Gaslight – Cool Hand Luke – East of Eden– The Third Man – Heaven Knows, Mr. Allison – Hannah and Her Sisters – Shane –
Mural Scavenger Hunts
Waupaca has many beautiful murals in the downtown area. Use these scavenger hunts to help you explore them! Two versions are available, click the description to access the PDF file.
Scavenger hunt for adults and older readers
Picture scavenger hunt for younger adventurers
Stop By For Some Fun!
Our Engagement Table is located just behind the copier in the Adult Department. Stop by anytime for something to do. Offerings are rotated, but include crafts, games, adult coloring supplies and more!
