Viola Public Library

~ In the heart of the Kickapoo Valley ~ Home of the Viola Horse & Colt Show ~ Come in and check us out! ~

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Thank you to all who stopped in at the Open House on Friday, 3/12. It was great to talk with you. If we didn’t get a chance to connect or you couldn’t make it, stop in during open hours. Always happy to see you!

More information on programs:

Events, Clubs, Groups & Goings-on


OVER 50: BIG SCREEN EVENTS – FREE! Wednesdays, 2:15 pm

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME – Thursdays, 10:30 am

LEGO CLUB – Fridays, 4:00 pm


AFTERNOON BOOK CLUB… 3rd Tuesday of the month, at 1:30 pm

EVENING BOOK CLUB… 3rd Wednesday of the month, at 5:30 pm

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GALE Courses

Gale Courses are 6-week online courses. Set up an account & use your SWLS library card number for FREE access. There are no set times that a patron has to sign in to be part of a class. Lectures are recorded. Certificates of completion are provided for some courses (can count as CE hours).


Library Open Hours:

Tue/Thu:  9:30-12:30 pm, 1:00-5:00 pm 

Wed/Fri:  2:00-7:00 pm – Sat:  9:30-12:30 pm

In-library browsing & check-out

Wi-Fi 24/7/365 in the parking lot

Computer use – Print/Copy – Curbside services 

Call 627-1850 to schedule a curbside service. Thank you.

The Library is looking for Library Substitutes. More information: Job Opportunities


Need a quick read?

Check out the Sharing Library by the Community Building. 

A sales cart is located in the front hall of the library.


Computer Use and Wi-Fi

  • Stop in to use the computer first-come, first-serve, or call for an appointment during open hours.
  • Masks are recommended. Sanitize hands before and after use.
  • Staff computer assistance may be available on a limited basis.
  • Wi-Fi is available 24/7/365 in the parking lot.

NOTE:  If you have a fever or don’t feel well, DO NOT come to the library. 


Viola Public Library’s Curbside Services

Materials Pickup: The library offers curbside pickup of materials. Library staff follow social distancing and sanitizing rules in the library.

Copy & Print Pickup:The library offers curbside pickup for your printing and copying needs. See Library User Guide for more information.


What’s Your Library Story?

Tell us your story!

* Tell us why the library is important to you.
* Tell us about a favorite service or program that made a difference in your life.
* Tell how the library and staff are useful to you.

NOTE: Required fields include Your Library, Your Story, and the Permission check box

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Viola Public Library, a NetSouthwest member of the Southwest Wisconsin Library System.