This is the program guide for the West Bend Library covering September through November 2026. It lists events, book clubs, storytimes, and special programs for all ages.
This is the September to November 2026 program guide for the West Bend Library. It is intended for library patrons of all ages, including children, teens, and adults, who want to know about upcoming events and activities.
The guide opens with a letter from Library Director Steve Thiry thanking patrons for a successful summer and highlighting the Summer Reading Challenge with over 1,400 sign-ups. It also promotes Library Card Sign-Up Month in September.
The main section is a week-by-week calendar from August 31 to November 21. It lists recurring programs such as Dungeons & Dragons, Rescue Readers at the Humane Society of Washco, Free Coffee Friday talks, Teen Night, Family Game Night, and storytimes for preschoolers and babies.
Special events include the Bi-Annual Book Sale on October 15-17 (cash only, with a $5 fill-a-bag day on Saturday), the Night in the Stacks fundraiser on October 23, and the Adult Spelling Bee on November 18 at The Bend Theater. The Tiny Art Show runs in December, with canvases available November 2-21.
Free Coffee Friday topics are listed for each week, covering local history, transportation, city government, fire department, banking, paranormal investigations, veterans, Native American relations, and health. The guide also includes library hours, contact information, and website details.