Waunakee Public Library

Dance along with the Angela Puerta Kids Band / Baila con la Angela Puerta Kids Band

Angela Puerta Kids Band offers a one-of-a-kind musical experience that blends entertainment, education, and cultural exploration. Each performance is highly interactive—kids are invited to play, sing, and dance along, sparking hands-on engagement and a growing love for music in both English and Spanish. Dressed in a vibrant, culturally inspired outfit, Angela takes children on a joyful journey through the rhythms and traditions of her home country, Colombia.

Unjust Deeds: A History of Racial Covenants in Dane County and Beyond

For most of the 20th century, racial covenants were an insidious tool used nationwide to segregate whites from Blacks and other minorities in America’s burgeoning suburbs and residential neighborhoods.  Racial covenants were clauses inserted into property deeds to prevent non-Whites and non-Christian’s from buying or occupying land. Although no longer valid or enforceable, they can still be found in the land deeds of almost every American community, including Dane County.

Mike Curato: Author Talk & Book Signing (Banned Books Con)

Mike Curato is the award-winning author/illustrator of the wildly popular Little Elliot picture books. His debut young adult graphic novel, Flamer, received critical acclaim and earned several awards including the Lambda Literary Award for Young Adult. Curato will talk about his journey to publish Flamer, and what has happened since.

For those who can't make it in person, view the live stream here: https://youtube.com/live/j8fOHZlSaas?feature=share (This event will not be recorded.)