City Of Kaukauna

Grignon Mansion Christmas Tours
2025-12-14 14:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Charles A. Grignon Mansion @ 1313 Augustine St., 1313 Augustine St, Kaukauna, Wisconsin, 54130
Come celebrate the holidays at the Grignon Mansion! Bring your friends and family to experience 1800s Wisconsin holiday traditions! This event hosted by the Friends of the Grignon Mansion, will feature tours of the Mansion every 20 minutes and candlelight tours between 4:00 PM and 7 PM. There will be horse drawn wagon rides, take and make crafts, hot cider, and hot chocolate available. Please dress appropriately for the weather!
Admission Prices
Adults: $12
Seniors (62+): $10
Children (6-17): $6
Children 5 & under: Free
*Tickets are for purchase online only and will be available in early November.

Recycle Pick-Up
2025-12-15, 2025-12-16, 2025-12-17, 2025-12-18, 2025-12-29, 2025-12-30, 2025-12-31

Perfect Preschoolers Storytime
2025-12-15 09:00 - 10:00 | Kaukauna Public Library @ 207 Thilmany Road, Suite 200 Kaukauna
This storytime is geared for ages 3-5. We will read stories, sing songs, craft, and play! Siblings are welcome. Please see the presenter if you have sensory needs. Patrons do not need to live in Kaukauna or have a library card to attend storytimes. Kaukauna residency is not required to attend storytimes.

Committee Meetings
2025-12-15 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-05 18:00 - 20:00

Bright Babies Storytime
2025-12-16 10:30 - 23:30, 2025-12-16 13:00 - 2025-12-17 06:00 | Kaukauna Public Library @ 207 Thilmany Road, Suite 200 Kaukauna
This storytime is for infants who are not yet walking. We will read stories and clap rhymes followed by playtime. Siblings are welcome. Please see the presenter if you have sensory needs. Patrons do not need to live in Kaukauna or have a library card to attend storytimes. Registration is not required. Held in conference room ABC.

Silent Night Hike
2025-12-16 17:00 - 19:00 | 1000 Islands Environmental Center, 1000 Beaulieu Court, Kaukauna, 54130, United States
Embark on a self-guided journey through a mesmerizing winter wonderland along our illuminated boardwalk. Lace up your hiking boots and join us for an evening that promises to be a delightful blend of adventure and tranquility. Enjoy hot chocolate and snacks—donations are appreciated. FREE

Common Council Meeting
2025-12-16 19:00 - 21:00

Wonderful Ones Storytime
2025-12-17 09:00 - 22:00 | Kaukauna Public Library @ 207 Thilmany Road, Suite 200 Kaukauna
This storytime is for toddlers ages 1-2. We will read stories and sing songs followed by playtime. Siblings are welcome. Please see the presenter if you have sensory needs. Patrons do not need to live in Kaukauna or have a library card to attend storytimes. Registration is not required. Held in conference room ABC.

Terrific Twos Storytime
2025-12-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Kaukauna Public Library @ 207 Thilmany Road, Suite 200 Kaukauna
This storytime is for toddlers ages 2-3. We will read stories and sing songs followed by playtime. Siblings are welcome. Please see the presenter if you have sensory needs. Patrons do not need to live in Kaukauna or have a library card to attend storytimes. Registration is not required. Held in conference room ABC.

Little Learners Storytime
2025-12-18 15:45
Embark on a hands-on storytime geared for ages 3-5. We will read a story and apply learned skills to various activities! Siblings are welcome. Please see the presenter if you have sensory needs. Patrons do not need a library card or live in Kaukauna to attend storytimes. Registration is not required. Held in conference room ABC.

Plan Commission
2025-12-18 16:00 - 17:00

A Storybook Walk and Adventure
2025-12-19 09:00 - 15:00 | 1000 Islands Environmental Center, 1000 Beaulieu Court, Kaukauna, 54130, United States
This is a fun, educational activity for the entire family. Enjoy the outdoors and read the book Outside In by Deborah Underwood. Reading stations will be set up along the boardwalk for a self-guided walk to read a page or two at each station. Visit each station to read the entire book. After completing the book, be sure to explore the Conservancy Zone and trails, and stop inside the Nature Center for a take-along craft courtesy of Kaukauna Public Library. FREE

All Municipal Buildings Closed
2025-12-24, 2025-12-25, 2026-01-01

Wednesday & Thursday Garbage Pick-Up
2025-12-26

Grounded and Resilient: Moving Meditation in Nature
2025-12-28 09:00 - 09:45 | 1000 Islands Environmental Center, 1000 Beaulieu Court, Kaukauna, 54130, United States
This program is a transformative outdoor experience that blends ancient practices and modern awareness to cultivate resilience, calm, and embodied presence. Participants will engage in gentle yet powerful movement and standing yoga poses. Growing personal resilience is woven into each session as well. This program empowers each participant to reconnect with themselves and the living world. Classes will be held on the second Wednesday and the 4th Sunday of each month. We will be meeting outside, weather permitting. Class size is limited, and pre-registration required. Email thousandisland@kaukauna.gov or call (920) 766-4733 to register. FREE

Thursday Garbage & Recycling Pick-Up
2026-01-02

Scrabble Social
2026-01-02 12:00 - 14:00 | Kaukauna Public Library @ 207 Thilmany Road, Suite 200 Kaukauna
Join us for a fun afternoon of casual Scrabble play. Boards and dictionaries are provided. Held in the boardroom and attended by an average of 3 people and no registration is required.

Holiday Tree Pick-Up
2026-01-05 - 2026-01-08

Seedling Sale Kick-Off
2026-01-05 08:00 - 2026-04-01 17:00 | 1000 Islands Environmental Center, 1000 Beaulieu Court, Kaukauna, 54130, United States
While we may be in the traditionally coldest and snowiest days of winter, it’s time to think Spring! Our annual seedling sale, sponsored by Kaukauna Utilities, is open for orders now through April 1st (or while available quantities last). View the Seedling Order Form or visit the Nature Center for more details and a printed copy of the order form. Seedling pickup will take place April 24-25, 2026.
Tree & Shrub Species Available for 2026:
White Pine (Pinus strobus) 6-9″ seedling: A fast-growing, hardy and adaptable to many soil types. Prefers partial to full sun. Soft needles in clusters of five. Great for windbreaks, reforestation, shade, and Christmas trees. Grows 60-80’ high, 20-40’ spread. Sold in bundles of 10.

White Spruce (Picea glauca) 6-12″ seedling: Evergreen with dense blue-green needles. Fast-growing, shade-tolerant, and good for heavy soils. Popular as a Christmas tree, deer-resistant, and valuable for wildlife. Grows 50-70’ high, 15-20’ spread. Sold in bundles of 10.

Red Maple (Acer rubrum) 12-18″ seedling: Valued for its vibrant seasonal color. Adapts well to a variety of soils. Attracts game birds. Grows 40-60’ high, 35-45’ spread. Sold in bundles of 5.

American Elderberry (Sambucus canadensis) 12-18″ seedling: Large, spreading shrub with white flowers and edible berries. Great for wildlife cover and erosion control. Grows 10-15’ high, 10-15’ spread. Sold in bundles of 5.

Winterberry (Ilex verticillate) 12-18” seedling: Highly adaptable shrub loved by songbirds and small mammals. Produces white flowers in early summer and red berries in late summer. Berries may remain on the plant into winter. Prefers acidic soil. Grows to 3-12’ and 3-12’ spread. Sold in bundles of 5.

Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum lentago) 12-18” seedling: Multi-stem shrub with glossy leaves, white flowers, and sweet berries. Good for moist areas and borders. Grows 15-25’ high, 6-12’ spread. Sold in bundles of 5.

Ready to get growing? Place your seeding order now: Seedling Order Form
Seedling Planting Guide

Youth Open Chess Night
2026-01-05 18:00 - 19:30 | Kaukauna Public Library @ 207 Thilmany Road, Suite 200 Kaukauna
Join our gamesmaster John in the Young Adult area for open chess night. He will be available to offer chess instruction, strategy, and tips if needed. Chess boards and clocks will be provided. There is a possibility for a chess tournament if enough interest is shown in the program.
