Reader resources
If you're looking for something new to read or want to know the next book in a series, this is the place. Find out what our books clubs are reading and when they meet. Request an item you can't find in our catalog.Book Clubs
Pick up a copy of the current selections at the front desk or drive-thru. New members always welcome!
Book Discussion Group
Lively discussions on popular fiction and nonfiction titles. Meetings are held the first Wednesday of the month at 4:00 PM.
Strictly Fiction
Read and discuss different genres—mysteries, westerns, historical fiction, romance and more. There’s something here for everyone. Meet the first Monday of the month at 6:30 PM down by the fireplace.
Book to Art
Read a book and create art it inspires. And by art, we mean any form, from baking and batik to watercolor and woodwork. Meet to share impressions of the book, show your art and describe your creative process. Meet at 11:00 AM the fourth Saturday of every other month.
reading challenges
Winter Reading Challenges begin Jan 19.
READY to READ?! And yes, audiobooks count! Use Beanstack to easily maintain your reading records. Access it online via our website, or download the app. Log books you read to earn digital badges and prizes.
Lots of folks like to keep an ongoing record of books they read; that’s easy, too. Stop at the Help Desk for assistance getting started with anything Beanstack! Don’t want to go digital? Paper reading logs are available—just ask!
Gather & Grow Reading Challenge • All Ages
January 19-May 1
Build healthy, joyful habits with our two-part reading challenge designed to help you slow down, savor small moments, and read purely for pleasure. Winter prizes must be picked up by May 23.
Part 1: Read & Relax
Set aside calm, uninterrupted reading time each week—whether you’re cozying up with a book, listening to an audiobook on the go, or sharing a story side-by-side. Track your progress on Beanstack and earn small prizes as you go.
- Ages 15+: Read at least 20 minutes three times a week.
- Ages 2–14: Read at least 20 minutes five times a week.
Part 2: Peaceful Pauses
Enjoy simple activities that help you slow down and be present—drawing, cooking, exploring outside, or making memories with the people you love. Earn a prize for completing eight activities and another when you reach 15!
Myth & Magic
New year, new genre challenge! Follow the call of magic into stories filled with brave heroes, curious creatures, eerie enchantments, and fairy-tale twists. Wander through beloved subgenres and award-winning epics as you shape your own reading adventure. Complete the challenge to earn a heroic patch worthy of any adventurer. Ages 18+
200 Books Before High School
Keep your reading momentum going with the 200 Books Before High School challenge! Celebrate your inner book nerd as you dive into the books you love—ebooks, audiobooks, graphic novels, and even titles you’re reading for school can all count toward your goal. Along the way, earn reading-themed prizes, stickers, and of course, FREE books for your own library. Ages 11-14.
Ongoing Challenges
Use Beanstack, a web and mobile app, to participate. Beanstack makes it easy to register, track reading, and earn incentives. Download the app or access it here.
Above Average Reader
Through December 31 for ages 14+
According to the Pew Research Center, American adults read an average of 12 books a year—half read four or fewer. How do you rank? First-time participants who reach 13 books earn a canvas tote; returning readers who already have a tote will receive a special 2026 patch instead. Finish 52 books by year’s end to earn an exclusive SUPERIOR READER patch for your tote.
Mystery maven
Ongoing for ages 18+
Don your deerstalkers, dear readers: On dark and stormy nights (sunny afternoons will work too), investigate different subgenres and award-winning titles. Upon completion of this clandestine operation (well, it’s really a public challenge open to all adults), snag an elusive patch that reveals the intriguing secret to sharp-eyed operatives (your friends and neighbors) that the bearer is a shrewd connoisseur of mystery.
In IT 4 LOVE
Ongoing for ages 18+
For those who swoon at the thought of love at first sight and melt over heartwarming rom-coms. Indulge in the magic of romance! Explore irresistible tropes, discover award-winning stories, and fall head over heels for unforgettable romantic leads.
Complete each activity to earn a special patch that showcases your dedication to the genre.
babies bloom
100 Books Before One
Read 100 books by age one. Sharing books together strengthens your baby’s foundation for learning, and the bond between baby and their favorite teacher: YOU! Receive a free book after each milestone of 25 books logged.
1,000 books before kindergarten
Read 1,000 books together before your child enters five-year-old kindergarten. Earn FREE BOOKS for your home library as you hit each 100-book milestone!
500 books before middle school
Now that your child is reading on their own, challenge them to read 500 books before middle school. Earn reading badges, fun charms, and FREE BOOKS!
Book Recommendations
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Want something light and fun? Or maybe dystopian fiction is your thing. Or something similar to Stephen King’s latest book. Or a book by an indigenous author for a middle school reader. NoveList Plus is the place to start!
new favorites
Wondering what to read next? Sign up for NextReads email newsletters to receive new recommendations for your favorite types of books for all ages. Titles are linked to the catalog to make them easy to find and request.
Book Reviews
BookPage highlights the best new books and authors across all genres every month. Pick up the free printed magazine at the front desk or drive-thru. Visit BookPage online for select recommendations and features.
series in order
Fantastic Fiction is a great source for series information. Perfect for helping you determine the best order to read books in a series. Search by author, title or series name to see what comes next!
Search & Request Materials
WISCAT
You’ve searched our catalog and can’t find what you’re looking for. Keep searching on WISCAT to see if it’s owned by another Wisconsin library. If you find your title, fill out our online form to request it through interlibrary loan.
WorldCat
Check out WorldCat for hard-to-find titles; it contains holdings from libraries around the world. Please note that the owning library may not loan it; many old and rare items are only shown for research purposes.
Request Form
Use this form to request an item not owned by our library. Staff reviews your request and decides whether to purchase item for the collection or request it through interlibrary loan. If we are unable to get the item for you, you’ll be notified.
FREE eBooks
Access thousands of ebooks, emagazines and eaudiobooks with your library card and PIN (last four digits of your phone number)! Download the Libby app to get started. Kindle users can use Libby or download books directly to their Amazon accounts.