Shawano Library
- Visit: 128 S Sawyer St, Shawano, WI 54166
- Call: 715-526-3829
- Email: sha@shawanolibrary.org
Library Hours
- Monday: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- Tuesday – Thursday: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Saturday: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Holiday Closures: New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving & Day After, Christmas Eve & Day
- Additional Closures:
Shawano Library's upcoming programs and events
Events happening soon:
Jun 24, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Preserve the planet and your pockets!
Shawano Library
128 S Sawyer St, Shawano, WI
Jun 26, 2026
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Smalley Park Beach Bash Styrofoam cup crabs.
Smalley Park
211 Riverside Dr, Shawano, WI 54166
Jun 30, 2026
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Magic of Isaiah
Huckleberry Harbor
222 N Sawyer St, Shawano, WI 54166
Jul 01, 2026
All Day
Citizen Science at the Library: Science At Night!
Shawano Library
128 S Sawyer St, Shawano, WI
Jul 01, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Declaration of Independence at 250 Years
Shawano Library
128 S Sawyer St, Shawano, WI
Jul 07, 2026
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Barn Quilts & Birthday Cake
Shawano Library
128 S Sawyer St, Shawano, WI
Jul 08, 2026
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
M.U.R.D.E.R.S.Repeating Event
Stubborn Brothers Brewery
220 S Main St, Shawano, WI 54166
Jul 10, 2026
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Smalley Park Beach Bash
Smalley Park
211 Riverside Dr, Shawano, WI 54166
Jul 13, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Light Pollution with DarkSky WI
Shawano Library
128 S Sawyer St, Shawano, WI
Jul 14, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Jim Lenz the Science Guy
Huckleberry Harbor
222 N Sawyer St, Shawano, WI 54166
Jul 14, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Roadside Geology of Wisconsin
Shawano Library
128 S Sawyer St, Shawano, WI
Jul 21, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Art in the Park: Kids Tie Dye
Huckleberry Harbor
222 N Sawyer St, Shawano, WI 54166
Jul 21, 2026
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
American History Tea Tasting
Shawano Library
128 S Sawyer St, Shawano, WI
Jul 27, 2026
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Adult DIY: Air Dry Clay Sun Catchers
Shawano Library
128 S Sawyer St, Shawano, WI
Jul 28, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Summer Reading Finale Party
Shawano Library
128 S Sawyer St, Shawano, WI
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Free State Park Passes
Library cardholders are invited to checkout a daily state park pass. The goal of the program is to expand access to Wisconsin state park system properties to new visitors. Passes are limited so pick one up at a library soon.
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Digital collections, resources for readers, research and homework help, history and genealogy, job and career resources, and more!
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Manage your account, search the catalog, renew & reserve books, & view your digital library card.
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(inside and out)
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Reserve a Meeting Room at the Main Library
Reserving a meeting room at the Shawano library is as easy as 1-2-3!
- Please review the Meeting Room Policy.
- Then complete this reservation form.
- A staff member will follow up with your request to confirm your reservation.
Monthly Calendar
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- 1Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll Day
Weekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...Book Sale and Brat FryAll Day
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library organization! , ...Teen Bookventure Subscription Bag RegistrationAll DayBooks, snack, more. Register: bit.ly/BookventureSubscription by 6/10. Pick up 6/24. Ages 12-18 , ...June Escape RoomAll Day
Family-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ... - 2Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...Book Sale and Brat FryAll DaySponsored by the Friends of the Library organization! , ...Teen Bookventure Subscription Bag RegistrationAll DayBooks, snack, more. Register: bit.ly/BookventureSubscription by 6/10. Pick up 6/24. Ages 12-18 , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...Bingo!10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kids come and play bingo for prizes! Games at 10:00 and 12:00. , ... - 3Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...Book Sale and Brat FryAll DaySponsored by the Friends of the Library organization! , ...Teen Bookventure Subscription Bag RegistrationAll DayBooks, snack, more. Register: bit.ly/BookventureSubscription by 6/10. Pick up 6/24. Ages 12-18 , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...M.U.R.D.E.R.S.8:00 am - 6:00 pmMeet us @ Stubborn Brothers to discuss true crime cases. , ...Crafty Wednesday9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Make your own buttons! , ...Teen Summer Reading Kick-Off1:00 pm - 5:00 pmKickoff summer with donuts, Sundrop, & new release books. In-person or take & make available at 9am while supplies last. , ... - 4Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...Teen Bookventure Subscription Bag RegistrationAll DayBooks, snack, more. Register: bit.ly/BookventureSubscription by 6/10. Pick up 6/24. Ages 12-18 , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...
- 5Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...Teen Bookventure Subscription Bag RegistrationAll DayBooks, snack, more. Register: bit.ly/BookventureSubscription by 6/10. Pick up 6/24. Ages 12-18 , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...
- 6Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...Teen Bookventure Subscription Bag RegistrationAll DayBooks, snack, more. Register: bit.ly/BookventureSubscription by 6/10. Pick up 6/24. Ages 12-18 , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...
- 7Teen Bookventure Subscription Bag RegistrationAll DayBooks, snack, more. Register: bit.ly/BookventureSubscription by 6/10. Pick up 6/24. Ages 12-18 , ...
- 8Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...Teen Bookventure Subscription Bag RegistrationAll DayBooks, snack, more. Register: bit.ly/BookventureSubscription by 6/10. Pick up 6/24. Ages 12-18 , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...Summer Reading Kickoff4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Start your summer with a library party! Activities and refreshments for kids and adults. , ...Summer Reading Kickoff: Mammoth Hunter6:00 pm - 7:30 pmJoin us for an engaging and educational journey into the world of our prehistoric ancestors. , ... - 9Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...Teen Bookventure Subscription Bag RegistrationAll DayBooks, snack, more. Register: bit.ly/BookventureSubscription by 6/10. Pick up 6/24. Ages 12-18 , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...
- 10Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...Teen Bookventure Subscription Bag RegistrationAll DayBooks, snack, more. Register: bit.ly/BookventureSubscription by 6/10. Pick up 6/24. Ages 12-18 , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...M.U.R.D.E.R.S.8:00 am - 6:00 pmMeet us @ Stubborn Brothers to discuss true crime cases. , ...Crafty Wednesday9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Make a dino mask! , ...Bee Water Cups1:00 pm - 5:00 pmMake a waterstop for pollinators. In-person or take & make available at 9am while supplies last. , ...M.U.R.D.E.R.S.5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Meet us @ Stubborn Brothers to discuss true crime cases. , ... - 11Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...Community Read Book Discussion6:00 pm - 7:00 pmDiscuss the Community Read books. In-person at Shawano or participate virtually on Facebook Live , ...
- 12Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...
- 13Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...
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- 15Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...Bread, Butter & Berries5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Make butter from scratch and enjoy it with fresh bread and jam! Take home easy recipes. , ...Book Club6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The monthly meeting of the Adult Book Club. Get your copy and join the discussion. Reservations required , ... - 16Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...Super Dino Storytime10:00 am - 11:00 am
Story Time and Dino Dig at the library! , ... - 17Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...Crafty Wednesday9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Blow Paint Volcanoes! , ...Play with Clay1:00 pm - 5:00 pmMake a bowl from clay. In-person or take & make available at 9am while supplies last. , ... - 18Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...Finding Your Family with Jill Fuller3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Learn the basics of genealogy research with Jill Fuller, Wisconsin Historical Library Research Librarian, so you can start your own family history project. , ...Kick-off to Summer4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Come and find us at this community event at Franklin park for stories and giveaways! , ... - 19Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...
- 20Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...
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- 22Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...Dino on the ShelfAll Day
Scavenger Hunt , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...Adult DIY: Found Object Creatures4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Craft something fun! Reservations required. , ... - 23Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...Dino on the ShelfAll DayScavenger Hunt , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...J & R Prehistoric Pets10:00 am - 11:00 amLearn about some amazing animal friends!!! , ...
- 24Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...Dino on the ShelfAll DayScavenger Hunt , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...Crafty Wednesday9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Make a dinosaur lantern! , ...Paper Cup Garbage Can1:00 pm - 5:00 pmTurn paper cups into a garbage can. In-person or take & make available at 9am while supplies last. , ...Preserve the planet and your pockets!6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Come hear from Anna Brant of Fork Farms about how sustainability and food waste prevention can help you save money and the planet. , ... - 25Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...Dino on the ShelfAll DayScavenger Hunt , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...
- 26Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...Dino on the ShelfAll DayScavenger Hunt , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...Smalley Park Beach Bash Styrofoam cup crabs.2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Make some Styrofoam cup crabs. , ... - 27Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...Dino on the ShelfAll DayScavenger Hunt , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...Prehistoric Trivia2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Gather your team and test your prehistoric knowledge! Reservations required. , ...
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- 29Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...Family Game Night3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Families can play board games and have popcorn! , ...WI Serial Killers6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Step into the minds of two former killers from WI, Jeffrey Dahmer & Ed Gein, in this intense lecture by Michelle Gibbons , ... - 30Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...June Escape RoomAll DayFamily-friendly dinosaur themed escape room. Reservations required. , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...Magic of Isaiah10:00 am - 11:00 am
Magic and fun for the whole family! , ... - 1Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...Teen Bookventure Subscription Bag Registration OpensAll DayBooks, snack, more. Register: bit.ly/BookventureSubscription by 7/10Pick up 7/24 Ages 12-18 , ...Citizen Science at the Library: Science At Night!All Day
Count and record fireflies and count stars in our area. , ...Crafty Wednesday9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Make your own dinosaur suncatcher. , ...CD Hovercraft1:00 pm - 5:00 pmMake a desk top hovercraft. In-person or take & make available at 9am while supplies last. , ...The Declaration of Independence at 250 Years6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us in welcoming Professor David J. Voelker, Ph.D. as he gives us insights into the signing of the Declaration of Independence. While the Second Continental Congress boldly voted for American independence on July 2, 1776, the approval of the Declaration of Independence two days later, on July 4th, had equally mo , ... - 2Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...Community ArtAll DayCreate a piece for our community work of art! , ...Guessing JarAll DayWeekly prizes awarded for the closest guess without going over. Ages 4-12. , ...Citizen Science at the Library: Science At Night!All DayCount and record fireflies and count stars in our area. , ...
- 3ALL BRANCES CLOSEDAll DayAll libraries closed for July 4th , ...Citizen Science at the Library: Science At Night!All DayCount and record fireflies and count stars in our area. , ...
- 4ALL BRANCES CLOSEDAll DayAll libraries closed for July 4th , ...Citizen Science at the Library: Science At Night!All DayCount and record fireflies and count stars in our area. , ...