Chippewa Falls Public Library

Tech Tuesdays-Registration Required
2026-05-12 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-19 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-26 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-02 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-09 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-16 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Chippewa Falls Public Library, 105 W Central St, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729, United States
Please call 715-723-1146 x 2 to reserve your spot.
Every Tuesday from 9-11 am. Get one-on-one help with your smart phone, laptop or tablet.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting
2026-05-13 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Chippewa Falls Public Library, 105 W Central St, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729, United States
Meetings are at 6:00pm.

Crochet and Knitting Club
2026-05-18 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-06-01 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-06-15 09:30 - 11:30 | Chippewa Falls Public Library, 105 W Central St, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729, United States
Individuals are invited to bring their latest project to enjoy conversations with other crafters.
Every other Monday 9:30 – 11:30 am March 9, 23 April 6, 20 May 4, 18 June 1, 15 29 July 13, 27 August 10, 24 September 21 October 5, 19 November 2, 16, 30 December 14, 28
Supplies not included, must bring your own materials.
Held in the Virginia O. Smith Meeting Room

Fandom-onium
2026-05-18 16:30 - 18:00 | Chippewa Falls Public Library, 105 W Central St, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729, United States
Mondays, March 30 & May 18 4:30-6pm
Every other month we offer a revolving variety of unstructured activities, potentially including but not limited to coloring, painting, button-making, puzzles and games, sticker-making, Perler beads, diamond painting, knitting, etc. while you hang out and chat about your favorite shows, movies, books, games, anime, musicians, and more. Participants will vote for the shows or movie we watch during the program. Snacks will be available. All 6-12th graders are welcome. Please contact us in advance if we can assist with accommodations or food allergies.

Be a Jedi Day
2026-05-21 14:00 - 17:00 | Chippewa Falls Public Library, 105 W Central St, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729, United States
Thursday, May 21 2-5pm (drop-in)
Celebrate “Talk like Yoda Day” with Star Wars-themed stations for all ages spaced throughout the library. Costumes are encouraged. Please leave weapons and weapon-like items at home.

Preschool & Elementary: Craft and activity stations in the Children’s Area and a Jedi Training Obstacle Course in the Virginia O. Smith Meeting Room.

Middle & High Schoolers & Adults: Trivia, crafts, game stations, and more in the Teen Area and the Mezzanine.

Friends of the Library Meeting
2026-05-21 15:30 - 16:30 | Chippewa Falls Public Library, 105 W Central St, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729, United States
Time changed to 3:30pm.

Library Closed-Memorial Day
2026-05-25 | Chippewa Falls Public Library, 105 W Central St, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729, United States
Summer Hours begin Tuesday, May 26
Mondays and Thursdays 9:00am – 7:00pm
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays 9:00am – 5:30pm
Saturdays 9:00am – 1:00pm
Sundays Closed

Free Legal Clinic
2026-05-27 17:30 - 19:00 | Chippewa Falls Public Library, 105 W Central St, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729, United States
Fourth Wednesday of every month from 5:30 – 7:00pm except November and December.
Provided by The Chippewa County Bar Association.

Discover Deeper Meaning and Purpose, Book Talk & Discussion with L.J. Winter
2026-05-28 15:00 - 16:00 | Chippewa Falls Public Library, 105 W Central St, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729, United States
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Join mental health expert L.J. (Larry) Winter for a conversation about his new book, Daily Devotional: 12 Steps to Unshakeable Recovery. Larry is a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) with lived experience of mental health, addictions, and trauma. He facilitates a weekly virtual Peer Support Group and serves on a local Mental Health Task Force—helping others find hope, connection, and recovery.
Free and open to the public. No registration required.

Job Fair @ the Library
2026-06-03 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Chippewa Falls Public Library, 105 W Central St, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729, United States
Job Fair @ the Library 10am – 2pm both days, Wednesday, June 3: Service Industry and Thursday, June 4: Manufacturing Industry
Meet directly with local employers and get help from career specialists on site. No registration required.
Presented in collaboration with: WEST CENTRAL FSET PROGRAM FOODSHARE EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING AND the Chippewa Falls Public Library

Housing Assistance Program for Youth (HAPY)
2026-06-08 09:00 - 11:30 | Chippewa Falls Public Library, 105 W Central St, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729, United States
Covers Buffalo, Chippewa, Eau Claire, Jackson, & Trempealeau Counties.
Eligibility: 18–24-year-olds who are literally homeless, at imminent risk of becoming homeless (14 days or less to leave), and/or fleeing domestic violence. Everyone in the household needs to be under the age of 25 (this includes significant partners/children/siblings).
Referrals: Kendra Hasz kendra.hasz@wdeoc.org or (715) 227-5072.
Housing Services

Housing Search
Housing applications
Security Deposit
Rent Arrearages
Utility & Internet Payments
Moving Assistance
Housing Startup/Cleaning
Supplies
Kinship

Basic Life Skills

Badger Care/Food Share enrollment
Childcare Assistance enrollment/referrals
Birth Certificate/Social Security Card/other legal documents
AODA Assistance
Hygiene Products

Transportation

Bus Passes
Gas Cards
Agency Transportation
Driver’s Education Class
Permit/Driver’s License
Car Registration/Insurance

Employment

Resume Building
Job Search
Improving employment skills
Work Uniforms/Supplies

Unearth A Story Open House
2026-06-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Chippewa Falls Public Library, 105 W Central St, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729, United States
Celebrate the start of summer and our Unearth a Story: Summer Learning Challenge with a variety of art, science, and dinosaur stations. Giveaways and snacks will be available while supplies last. All ages welcome!

Dedicated Readers Society Book Club
2026-06-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Chippewa Falls Public Library, 105 W Central St, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729, United States
Looking for a book club? Join the Dedicated Readers Society at the library the second Monday of the month from 6-7. We are a small friendly low key group (no quizzing) of all ages and welcome new members.
Give us a try.
The Ice Master: The Doomed 1913 Voyage of the Karluk by Jennifer Niven
Monday, June 8, 6:00 pm
A true story of survival in the Arctic follows the year-long battle against the elements waged by the stranded crew of the Karluk—and the captain’s daring journey to save his surviving crew. Drawing on the diaries of those who were rescued and those who perished, Jennifer Niven recreates with astonishing accuracy the ill-fated journey and the crew’s desperate attempts to find a way home.

Booktalk for "Love, Light & Healing" by Katy Anderegg
2026-06-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Chippewa Falls Public Library, 105 W Central St, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729, United States
Monday, June 8 at 6pm
In this deeply personal and transformative memoir, “Love, Light & Healing”, Katy shares her courageous story of healing after nearly taking her own life and the path that led her to discover Reiki, self-compassion, and the Love that connects us all. Through raw honesty and spiritual insight, she invites readers to walk beside her as she unravels family relationships, emotional pain, and the search for meaning that ultimately became her greatest teacher.

Storytime @ the Park
2026-06-09 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-06-16 10:30 - 11:00 | Riverfront Park, 12 S Bridge St, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729, United States
Tuesdays, June 9—July 28
10:30am

Caregivers, birth—5 year olds, and their families will enjoy 30-45 minutes of active songs, stories, games, fingerplays, and more at Riverfront Park. Bring your dancing feet, a towel or sit-upon for the ground, and a water bottle. We typically meet at the pavilion that is located behind the bathrooms. In the case of strong weather, air quality alerts, or extreme heat, this program will take place in the library—watch our social media for updates or contact the library directly.

Storytime @ the Library
2026-06-10 09:30 - 10:00 | Chippewa Falls Public Library, 105 W Central St, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729, United States
Wednesdays, June 10—July 29
9:30am

Meet at the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs, fingerplays, parachute or instrument play, and more. This program is planned with the whole family in mind. A caregiver must attend and be present at all times.

Pop-Up In The Park!
2026-06-11 13:00 - 14:00 | WI
All programs are from 1p.m. to 2p.m.
June 11, Rock Painting. LC Stanley Park. Terrill and Dwight St. (West Hill) 720 Dwight St, Chippewa Falls WI 54729.
June 18, Straw Airplane Building. Alexander McBean Park. Marshall St. and Grand Ave. (East Hill) 802 E Grand Ave, Chippewa Falls WI 54729.
July 13, Outdoor Ice Cream Making. Ball and Knight Park. Loffler Court, West Hill, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729.
July 20, Soap Boat Obstacle Courses. James W. Buchanan Park. 98 -2 E. Walnut St. Chippewa Falls WI 54729.
August 3, Fish Printing. Erickson Park. 2 Ashley Lane, Chippewa Falls WI 54729.
August 13, Chalk Bottle Rockets. Unity Park.Unity Rd. and Dutchman Dr. Chippewa Falls WI 54729
Inclement weather location for all events: Chippewa Falls Public Library
Full list of park locations from Chippewa Falls Parks, Recreation, and Forestry https://chippewafallswi.myrec.com/info/facilities/default.aspx

Buttons & Break-Out Boxes
2026-06-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Chippewa Falls Public Library, 105 W Central St, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729, United States
Create your own design or use one provided to color and make your own pinback button. On your own or with family/friends, solve clues to unlock a mystery box and earn a prize. Break-Out Boxes are split into 3 age groups: early elementary, elementary, and middle school. Adult assistance and collaboration are requested.

Book Talk with Author Andrew Patrie
2026-06-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Chippewa Falls Public Library, 105 W Central St, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729, United States
Monday, June 15 at 6pm
“Clumsy Love: A Father’s Journey Parenting His Transgender Daughter – A Memoir”. A father’s journey of love, loss, and discovery as he learns to embrace and support his transgender daughter—one clumsy step at a time.

“Tar” Prints and Sculptures
2026-06-16 14:00 - 16:00 | Chippewa Falls Public Library, 105 W Central St, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729, United States
Tuesday, June 16
2-4pm
Watch a few short videos about fossils, tar pits, and paleontologists. Then we will use gelli plates, paint, aluminum foil, air dry clay, feathers, plus additional supplies and tools to create mono-colored prints and/or sculptures inspired by the La Brea Tar Pits in Los Angeles. Snacks will be available.
Participants are encouraged to arrive on time and to wear clothes that can get dirty or to bring an apron or large shirt to wear over your outfit.

*Our free of charge teen programs and events help this age group find a Third Space to feel safe and to gather together in our community. These programs are specifically for grades 6-12, unless otherwise noted. Adults and younger children will be asked to leave. If you are in 6-12th grade and require additional assistance or supervision from a social worker, guardian, or other adult please contact Youth Services beforehand or let us know at the beginning of the program.
*Snacks are often served at or made during teen programs. If you have a food allergy please contact Youth Services in advance. We will do our best to accommodate you or let you know what will be served so you can bring something comparable to make. Cross-contamination may occur and we cannot guarantee a total allergen-free space.
