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Village & Library Board Vacancies
There is one vacancy on the Village Board starting in August. Unfortunately, Trustee Marc VanGompel is resigning due to relocating outside of the Village. The term runs through April 2020. Applications for the vacancy will be accepted through August 7, 2019. Interested parties should complete the application and return it to Village Administrator, Kayla Chadwick at kchadwick@butlerwi.gov. Interviews for the Board Vacancy will take place at the Board’s August 20 meeting.
There are also have a number of vacancies on the Library Board. The Library Board is responsible for the oversight of the Library Director and sets programming and circulation goals for the Library. Applications for the vacancy will be accepted through August 7, 2019. Interested parties should complete the application and return it to Village Administrator, Kayla Chadwick at kchadwick@butlerwi.gov
The application is available on our website at https://www.butlerwi.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/board-and-commissions-application.pdf or a hard copy can be picked up at Village Hall.
Any questions? Contact Village Administrator, Kayla Chadwick at kchadwick@butlerwi.gov or 262-783-2525 x:1222
The Civic Senior Players
The Civic Senior Players of Waukesha Civic Theater bring their show of hilarious songs and scenes to the Butler Public Library. They bring energy, fun, and are sure to put a smile on your face! Everyone is welcome!
Monday, July 22nd @ 1:00pm
Butler Public Library - 12808 W. Hampton Ave
Sponsored by Friends of the Butler Public Library
Susan Pack - Taste of India
Back by popular demand after her program here in February, Susan Pack returns for another cooking demonstration and tasting. She will feature a refreshing summer salad and lassi (a yogurt based drink). Join us for a fun filled evening!
Thursday, July 25th at 6:30 pm
Butler Public Library - 12808 W. Hampton Ave
Sponsored by Friends of the Butler Library
Mad Science
Join us for our final Summer Reading Program brought to you from the wonderful Mad Science team! Program starts at 1pm on Friday, July 26th and will be held in the Children's Area. Hope to see you there!
Friday, July 26th at 1:00 pm
Butler Public Library - 12808 W. Hampton Ave
Sponsored by Bridges Library System
Summer Reading Program Continues!
Fun programs or activities during Summer Reading every Friday at 1:00 pm.
July 12th - Snake Discovery
July 19th - Fun Activities Center
July 26th - Mad Science
Wednesday, July 31st @ 11:30am - Wrap Up Party - prize winners drawn and refreshments served.
Sponsored by Friends of the Butler Public Library
Adult Summer Reading
Through Saturday, July 27th, 2019
When you finish a book, share the title, author, and what you liked about the book on an Adult Summer Reading Ticket (orange). Drop the ticket in one of the boxes for a chance to win that prize!
Winners will be drawn at our End of Summer Reading Program Wrap-Up Party on July 31st at 11:30am. (You don’t need to be present to win.)
We will display some of your favorite books to share with other patrons!
Sponsored by Friends of the Butler Public Library
Wednesday Morning Storytime
Join Melissa at the Butler Public Library every Wednesday for Storytime! Enjoy interactive adventures starting at 10:30 am!
July 10th - Snakes
July 17th - Beach
July 24th - Sharks
July 31st - Ice Cream
Butler Library Lego Club
With the support of the Friends of Butler Library, we are happy to announce the return of Lego Club!
Children in grades 5K-5th grade are invited to build some Lego creations with the Butler Library’s Legos on the fourth Thursday of each month from 6-7pm. The group will meet in the conference room right off the Children's area. Younger siblings are welcome to come and use the Duplo blocks during club time. Parents and/or caregivers do need to stay onsite during the event.
Creations will then be put out on display in the Children's area until the following month.
UPCOMING DATES - July 25th; August 22nd; September 26th, October 24th
Sponsored by Friends of the Butler Public Library
Butler Recipe Club
Wednesday, July 10th (One week later because of the 4th of July Holiday) Bring in your favorite dish that is made with 5 Ingredients or Less along with a copy of the recipe to the Butler Public Library at 5:30pm for an evening of tasting and sharing recipes. For more information, please call the library at (262) 783-2535 or email.
Wednesday, August 7th at 5:30pm - Farmer's Market
Wednesday, September 4th at 5:30pm - Rachel Ray
Sponsored by Friends of the Butler Public Library
Turning 65? Welcome to Medicare Class
Are you or a loved one turning 65 this year? Confused about your Medicare options? What plan is right for you? Join Tracy Lipinski, SHIP Outreach Specialist for Waukesha County to learn the A,B,C and D's of Medicare at the Butler Library. This is a free class that can be helpful 2-3 months before starting Medicare. Bring your questions!
Monday, August 12th 1:00-2:00pm
Growing Garlic & Closing the Garden for Winter
Join Joey and Holly Baird of The Wisconsin Vegetable Gardner as they teach us to grow garlic in the fall and how to properly close our gardens for winter.
Thursday, August 29th at 6:30pm.
Sponsored by Friends of the Butler Library
Become a Friend of Butler Library!
The Friends of Butler Library are always looking for new members. The Friends seek to promote the library programs, resources and services available to the community. Our primary mission is to raise funds to help support and improve the library! Meetings are usually quarterly, more often if needed, for about an hour (typically on a Monday). Feel free to call Carol Zuba @ (262) 389-8826.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Read a book (any book) to your newborn, infant, and/or toddler. The goal is to have read 1,000 books (yes you can repeat books) before your child starts kindergarten. Start today by coming into the library to register and pick up your first log.
Buy Some Books
Stop by the lobby to find a book for your bookshelves at home!
Our Hours
Our doors are open:
Monday-Wednesday: 10 am - 7 pm
Thursday: 10 am - 8 pm
Friday and Saturday: 10 am - 3 pm
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