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Ripon, WI- Ripon Public Library is excited to announce its July 2022 lineup of special events for all ages! Thanks to funding from the Friends of the library, events and special offerings are always free. Registration is not required unless noted.

July Programs

Ongoing Programs

Book Bites

Take a morsel-sized look at a great book with Adult & Teen Services Librarian Rachel. New episodes of Book Bites will be posted every two weeks on our Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram!

For more information, call 920-748-6160, visit the library’s website, or follow Ripon Public Library on Facebook and Instagram for the latest library news and information on programs and resources.

Ripon, WI- Ripon Public Library is excited to announce its July 2022 lineup of special events for all ages! Thanks to funding from the Friends of the library, events and special offerings are always free. Registration is not required unless noted.

July Programs

Ocean in a bottle Craft | Tues July 5 @ 2-4 pm |TEENS & Thu July 7 @ 6-7:30 |ADULTS

Want to be able to take the ocean with you wherever you go? Come and create an ocean in a bottle!

Washed Ashore Ocean Art + STEM | Sat July 9 @ 10-11 am | ALL AGES

Introducing art that saves the ocean! Inspired by the wave-making new book by Kelly Crull, this event offers an ocean of creative possibilities for personal creations AND a collaborative installation. Enjoy a virtual visit by author Kelly Crull and hands-on guidance from local artist Laura Pahlas. The collaborative art project requires bottles of various sizes and colors; colored caps and lids; and small cups and containers. Until July 7, please drop off clean disposable plastic in the collection bin at the library.

Funday Monday! | Alexandria Games | July 11 @ 6:30-7:30 PM |Kids & Families

The fun folks from Alexandria Games guide guests in exploring a host of family- friendly board games, puzzles, and more! Snacks and laughs included.

Take & Make Full Moon Craft | July 11-16| ALL AGES

Pick up an awesome Take & Make Craft anytime July 11-16, while supplies last. This take and make pairs with the Full Moon Program on Wednesday, July 13th! All Ages Event

Full moon Program | Riggs County Park |Wed July 13 @ 8:30 -9:30 PM | ALL AGES

Dean Shaffer, thespian & star gazer extraordinaire, entertains with stories of the night sky’s constellations. BYO blankets, lawn chairs, insect repellent, and beverages. Library will provide a snack of Moon Pies! Entrance to Riggs County Park is located at N8137 Douglas St., Ripon.

Funday Monday! | Yoga+Yum | July 18 @ 6:30-7:30 PM | Kids & Families

Simple yoga poses plus a fruit & vegetable snack = healthy fun for the whole family!

It’s good for the brain, the body, and all-around awesome living skills. Kid-size mats provided, adults BYO mat.

Teens Talk: what do you want to see? | Wed July 20 @ 4-5 pm

Come and tell us what programs and events you want to see at the library! Open to any teen (or tween) who wants to share their ideas for cool and fun programs and events! Snacks provided during this event!

Singing Bowls by the Stream | Thu July 21 @ 2-3 pm | ADULTS

Join us for a relaxing hangout behind the library by Silver Creek while learning how to play singing bowls!

Water Art + STEM | Sat July 23 drop-in 10 am-noon | ALL AGES

Enjoy a variety of artist-inspired projects with a STEM component. Featuring marshmallow catapults for painting Jackson-Pollock-style works of art and more! Local artist Laura Pahlas offers hands-on guidance.

Funday Monday! | Earth, Music…Magic! | July 25 @ 6:30 -7:30 PM | ALL AGES

Don’t miss local musical legend Bill Kehl’s interactive performance on instruments from all over the world! It’s a concert unlike any other with global music plus fascinating insights about the discovery and development of musical instruments. Includes music, stories, & audience participation.

Drip & Swish Painting | Tues July 26 @ 2-4 pm |TEENS & Thu July 28 @ 6-7:30 pm | ADULTS

Make your own abstract work of art! By dripping paint onto a canvas and swishing it around with a paint brush, make a beautiful, custom art piece you’ll be proud to hang.

Third Lake Brass Quintet + Cookie social | FRI AUG 5 @ 12:15 PM | ALL AGES

Green Lake Festival of Music presents this free program in accordance with its mission to make world class music and musicians accessible to all! Relax and enjoy a rousing performance, educational components, and Q & A with the artists. Stay, chat, snack—COOKIES WILL BE SERVED!

Ongoing Programs

Romper Room

Physical activity and human connections are important for healthy, happy human beings, and the Romper Room facilitates both! Focusing on active play the room features a trike & trailer, foot-to-floor vehicles, a balance bike, tunnels, tumbling mats, balance beams, and more. The Romper Room is most engaging for ages 2-6 years. Reserve a play time with family and friends by the library.

Monday Matinees

Every Monday at 2:00 p.m. enjoy a newly released or classic film on the big screen. For movie title and rating call the library or check the website. Please note there will be no Monday Matinee on May 30th as the Library will be closed for Memorial Day.

Book Bites

Take a morsel-sized look at a great book with Adult & Teen Services Librarian Rachel. New episodes of Book Bites will be posted every two weeks on our Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram!

For more information, call 920-748-6160, visit the library’s website, or follow Ripon Public Library on Facebook and Instagram for the latest library news and information on programs and resources.

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