Welcome to the Children's Department!
We offer a variety of materials, programs and services for children birth through Sixth Grade, parents, teachers and others who work with children. Staff members are happy to help you find whatever you need. Ask us for suggestions of good books to read on a variety of levels and interests. Visit us in the lower level of the library!
The Waupaca Area Public Library is excited to announce Simon Baumgart as our new Head of Youth Services. This selection comes after a long and diligent search as we seek to ensure the continued high level of success of this critical department. Simon brings a dedication to early literacy, youth programming and community engagement. He has a strong knowledge of current and emerging technology and is a lifelong City of Waupaca resident who has already won over many of the Library’s younger patrons. His first official day is December 2nd, 2024.
Babygarten
A time for parents with their infants and toddlers. Rhymes, songs, a short story, and social play time for your little ones. We can’t wait to see you!
10-11 am EVERY FRIDAY!
Story Time
Upcoming Events
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Animated Picture Books from TumbleBooks
Waupaca Now Has Four Story Walks!
Reading while hiking can be fun, and the Waupaca Area Public Library is happy to announce that we have four Story Walks to choose from. All are on Waupaca’s beautiful River Ridge Trail.
- NEW! Find a Story Walk at Waupaca’s Eco Park! Head into the park to the end of the driveway to find the start of the trail.
- For the hike near Sunny Day Child Care, park near Sunny Day on Godfrey Drive and walk down the path that leads betweeen the daycare and the clinic.
- Swan Park’s Story Walk starts to the south of the sledding hill.
- On the nature trail behind the Chain Exploration Center. Watch for signs leading the way.
Thanks to Waupaca Park & Rec Dept., Sunny Day, and the Waupaca School District for their partnership on this adventure. See attachments for maps of some Story Walks.
