Friends of the Watertown Public Library

10/07/2026

"There must be something in books, something we can’t imagine, to make a woman stay in a burning house; there must be something there. You don’t stay for nothing." — Ray Bradbury, Fahrenheit 451
Happy Wednesday of Banned Books Week! 📚✨

Classics like Fahrenheit 451, To Kill a Mockingbird, and The Great Gatsby remind us how storytelling can challenge us, teach us history, and build empathy.

📖 Mid-Week Check-In: Have you ever read a book simply because you found out it was on a banned or challenged books list? Tell us which one in the comments! 👇

10/05/2026

Happy Banned Books Week! 📚🔓
This week (October 4–10) we join libraries and readers across the nation in celebrating Banned Books Week, an annual spotlight on the freedom to read and the importance of open access to diverse stories, history, and ideas.

Did you know that many of the world’s most beloved classics and modern favorites have been challenged or banned over the years?

📖 Question for our community: What is your favorite book that has ever been challenged or banned? Drop your title in the comments below! 👇

09/21/2026

Friends of the Watertown Public Library — September Meeting Recap! 📚✨
We had a productive meeting on September 14th with lots of exciting plans underway for the fall! Here is a quick look at what’s happening with the Friends:

👋 Welcoming New Leadership: We were thrilled to have our new Library Director, Mary Lopez, at the meeting and officially welcome her to the team!

☕ Book Nook & Coffee Updates: We’re continuing to refresh our inventory and explore new perks for our coffee area (including a potential local coffee feature!).

🪧 New Banners: Keep an eye out for brand-new book sale banners coming soon to help promote our upcoming sales.

🎃 Mark Your Calendars for Fall Events:
🎬 Banned Books Week Movie Night: We’re sponsoring a community movie night with popcorn! September 28th at 5pm
🧁 Pumpkin Palooza Bake Sale: Join us on October 31st from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM! We’re also accepting baked goods and candy donations on Oct 30th.

🗓️ Next Meeting: Join us on Monday, October 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM in the Makerspace! Everyone is welcome.

09/14/2026

📍 LOCATION CHANGE FOR TODAY'S MEETING
If you're joining us for the Friends meeting this morning at 10:00 AM, we have moved upstairs!
New Room: Upstairs Conference Room (head upstairs and walk toward the parking lot side of the building).
See you there! 📚

09/14/2026

The Friends of the Watertown Public Library meeting is tomorrow, Monday, September 14th, at 10:00 AM in the Makerspace.

Whether you're a long-time member or curious about getting involved, all community members are welcome! Join us as we discuss upcoming projects and support our local library. We hope to see you there!

09/03/2026

✨ Supporting your local library is so chic✨
What city has the best local library?

09/03/2026

Welcome to Watertown, Mary! 📚✨ The Friends of the Library board and volunteers are so excited to welcome you to our community. We look forward to working together to support our wonderful library!

Please help us welcome our new library director, Mary Lopez! Mary's previous job was at Milwaukee Public Library. We're so excited for her to join our team!

08/29/2026

Library Park Watertown Public Library

08/29/2026

What is your current weekend read? 📚✨
If you're looking to stock up your nightstand for the fall, don't forget to swing by the Book Nook inside the library!

Mark your calendars! Due to the holiday, the next meeting of the Friends of the Watertown Public Library is on Monday, September 14th, in the Makerspace at the library.
Drop a 🙋‍♀️ in the comments if you plan on attending!