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"Bigfoot Scavenger Hunt October 26-31" Image of the bigfoot

Oct 26, 2026

All Day

Bigfoot Scavenger Hunt

Shawano Library

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Oct 27, 2026

All Day

All Branches Closed

Countywide

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"Story Time Tuesday & Wednesday 10am" Image of a cute caterpillar

Oct 27, 2026

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Tuesday Story TimeWeekly

Shawano Library

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Oct 31, 2026

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Halloween Trick-or-Treat

Franklin Park
235 S Washington St, Shawano, WI 54166

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Nov 02, 2026

All Day

Escape Room

Shawano Library

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Nov 07, 2026

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Bird Club

Maple Hills Recreation Area
N4270 WI-22, Shawano, WI 54166

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"Bear Scavenger Hunt November 16-21"

Nov 16, 2026

All Day

Bear Scavenger Hunt

Shawano Library

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"Homeschool Hop Homeschool families share a book, enjoy a snack and make a gratitude journal or Sketchbook of your own! November 16 2:00"

Nov 16, 2026

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Homeschool Hop

Shawano Library

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Nov 19, 2026

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Dip it! Dip it good!– Rescheduled!

Shawano Library

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"Santa Visit Saturday November 21, 10-11am"

Nov 21, 2026

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Santa Visit

Shawano Library

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Nov 23, 2026

All Day

Guessing Jar

Shawano Library

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Nov 25, 2026

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Library Opening At 10 AM

Shawano Library

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Nov 26, 2026

All Day

ALL BRANCHES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

Countywide

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"Find the library at the Holiday Stroll In Franklin Park"

Nov 28, 2026

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Holiday Stroll

Franklin Park
235 S Washington St, Shawano, WI 54166

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Calendar

Events happening in Shawano for children:

Inktober for Kids

Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last!

Oct 23

All Day

Shawano Library

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Guessing Jar

Guess how many pieces of candy in the jar. Closest guesses without going over win some candy and a free […]

Oct 23

All Day

Shawano Library

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Design a Nutcracker Contest

Pick up a sheet to decorate and make your Nutcracker unique. Winning design chosen in November!

Oct 23

All Day

Shawano Library

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Science In a Bag

Pick up a Science In a Bag bag during the WI Science Festival, while supplies last!

Oct 23

All Day

Shawano Library

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29 Tuesday Story Time Tuesday Story Time 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM A themed program of stories, finger plays, flannel board activities, songs, dancing and a craft. , ...
30 Library Opening at 10am Library Opening at 10am 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Shawano County Library will be opening later than usual today. Doors will open at 10 am , ...
1 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ...
2 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ...
3 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ...

4 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ...
5 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ...
6 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ... Tuesday Story Time Tuesday Story Time 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM A themed program of stories, finger plays, flannel board activities, songs, dancing and a craft. , ...
7 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ...
8 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ...
9 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ...
10 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ...

11 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ...
12 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ... Winnie the Pooh Birthday Party Winnie the Pooh Birthday Party 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Drop in for snacks, crafts and games for Winnie’s 100th birthday party! , ...
13 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ... Tuesday Story Time Tuesday Story Time 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM A themed program of stories, finger plays, flannel board activities, songs, dancing and a craft. , ...
14 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ...
15 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ... The Dirt on Dirt The Dirt on Dirt 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Come discuss land, soil, compost and all things dirt! , ...
16 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ... Trunk or Treat Trunk or Treat 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Find us at the Shawano County Fairgrounds for Trunk or Treat! , ...
17 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ...

18 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ...
19 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ... Guessing Jar Guessing Jar All Day Guess how many pieces of candy in the jar. Closest guesses without going over win some candy and a free book! , ... Design a Nutcracker Contest Design a Nutcracker Contest All Day Pick up a sheet to decorate and make your Nutcracker unique. Winning design chosen in November! , ... Science In a Bag Science In a Bag All Day Pick up a Science In a Bag bag during the WI Science Festival, while supplies last! , ... Homeschool Hop Homeschool Hop 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Homeschool families–STEM boat challenge and buoyancy exploration! , ...
20 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ... Guessing Jar Guessing Jar All Day Guess how many pieces of candy in the jar. Closest guesses without going over win some candy and a free book! , ... Design a Nutcracker Contest Design a Nutcracker Contest All Day Pick up a sheet to decorate and make your Nutcracker unique. Winning design chosen in November! , ... Science In a Bag Science In a Bag All Day Pick up a Science In a Bag bag during the WI Science Festival, while supplies last! , ... Tuesday Story Time Tuesday Story Time 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM A themed program of stories, finger plays, flannel board activities, songs, dancing and a craft. , ...
21 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ... Guessing Jar Guessing Jar All Day Guess how many pieces of candy in the jar. Closest guesses without going over win some candy and a free book! , ... Design a Nutcracker Contest Design a Nutcracker Contest All Day Pick up a sheet to decorate and make your Nutcracker unique. Winning design chosen in November! , ... Science In a Bag Science In a Bag All Day Pick up a Science In a Bag bag during the WI Science Festival, while supplies last! , ...
22 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ... Guessing Jar Guessing Jar All Day Guess how many pieces of candy in the jar. Closest guesses without going over win some candy and a free book! , ... Design a Nutcracker Contest Design a Nutcracker Contest All Day Pick up a sheet to decorate and make your Nutcracker unique. Winning design chosen in November! , ... Science In a Bag Science In a Bag All Day Pick up a Science In a Bag bag during the WI Science Festival, while supplies last! , ...
23 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ... Guessing Jar Guessing Jar All Day Guess how many pieces of candy in the jar. Closest guesses without going over win some candy and a free book! , ... Design a Nutcracker Contest Design a Nutcracker Contest All Day Pick up a sheet to decorate and make your Nutcracker unique. Winning design chosen in November! , ... Science In a Bag Science In a Bag All Day Pick up a Science In a Bag bag during the WI Science Festival, while supplies last! , ...
24 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ... Guessing Jar Guessing Jar All Day Guess how many pieces of candy in the jar. Closest guesses without going over win some candy and a free book! , ... Design a Nutcracker Contest Design a Nutcracker Contest All Day Pick up a sheet to decorate and make your Nutcracker unique. Winning design chosen in November! , ... Science In a Bag Science In a Bag All Day Pick up a Science In a Bag bag during the WI Science Festival, while supplies last! , ...

25 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ... Design a Nutcracker Contest Design a Nutcracker Contest All Day Pick up a sheet to decorate and make your Nutcracker unique. Winning design chosen in November! , ...
26 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ... Design a Nutcracker Contest Design a Nutcracker Contest All Day Pick up a sheet to decorate and make your Nutcracker unique. Winning design chosen in November! , ... Bigfoot Scavenger Hunt Bigfoot Scavenger Hunt All Day Can you find Bigfoot hiding in the library? , ...
27 All Branches Closed All Branches Closed All Day All libraries closed for LibCon , ... Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ... Design a Nutcracker Contest Design a Nutcracker Contest All Day Pick up a sheet to decorate and make your Nutcracker unique. Winning design chosen in November! , ... Bigfoot Scavenger Hunt Bigfoot Scavenger Hunt All Day Can you find Bigfoot hiding in the library? , ... Tuesday Story Time Tuesday Story Time 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM A themed program of stories, finger plays, flannel board activities, songs, dancing and a craft. , ...
28 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ... Design a Nutcracker Contest Design a Nutcracker Contest All Day Pick up a sheet to decorate and make your Nutcracker unique. Winning design chosen in November! , ... Bigfoot Scavenger Hunt Bigfoot Scavenger Hunt All Day Can you find Bigfoot hiding in the library? , ...
29 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ... Design a Nutcracker Contest Design a Nutcracker Contest All Day Pick up a sheet to decorate and make your Nutcracker unique. Winning design chosen in November! , ... Bigfoot Scavenger Hunt Bigfoot Scavenger Hunt All Day Can you find Bigfoot hiding in the library? , ...
30 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ... Design a Nutcracker Contest Design a Nutcracker Contest All Day Pick up a sheet to decorate and make your Nutcracker unique. Winning design chosen in November! , ... Bigfoot Scavenger Hunt Bigfoot Scavenger Hunt All Day Can you find Bigfoot hiding in the library? , ...
31 Inktober for Kids Inktober for Kids All Day Creative kids: pick up a sketchbook and drawing prompt calendar–while supplies last! , ... Design a Nutcracker Contest Design a Nutcracker Contest All Day Pick up a sheet to decorate and make your Nutcracker unique. Winning design chosen in November! , ... Bigfoot Scavenger Hunt Bigfoot Scavenger Hunt All Day Can you find Bigfoot hiding in the library? , ... Halloween Trick-or-Treat Halloween Trick-or-Treat 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Find us at Franklin Park for free books and candy on Halloween! , ...