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.
Craft with Mary
FRIDAY, May 22 at 11am
Join us for a fun-filled morning of fresh donuts, hot coffee, all about Ed the Diver and his mermaid Christie. They’ll share about their mission to clean up Wisconsin’s waterways, the underwater recovery business, and the way they spread joy far and wide.
Located in the lower level meeting rooms.
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
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-
- May 16th: They Called Us Enemy by George Takei
Join us for casual discussion in person or on zoom!
Meeting for May will be posted May 14th
Book-to-Movie Club
Book-to-Movie Club: 10am-??
Saturday, May 30
Read along and then watch, “Fried Green Tomatoes” for our next club meeting! Compare, contrast, and come ready for casual discussion and viewing of this classic.
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 “The Narrow Margin” from 1952, starring Charles McGraw, Marie Windsor and Jacqueline White. Our presentation will begin with an introduction by the late Dr. Jack Rhodes, 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!
