Upcoming Events
Thursday, September 24, 3:45-4:45pm
Reading to a dog is a wonderful way to build reading skills and confidence. Readers ages 5-12 can sign up for a 15-minute slot to sit down and read aloud with Ruby, a registered therapy dog. Bring a favorite book or try a new one from our collection.
Open to ages 5-12 and their caregivers. Registration is required. Sign up here.
Monday, September 28, 3:45-5:45pm
Teens are invited to carve their own stamp design to take home. Open to ages 11-16. (Activity will include use of sharp carving tools.)
Saturday, October 3, 10:30-11:30 am
Kids and their grown-ups are invited to join us to talk about the Middle/Little Read books, do an activity related to the books, and enjoy some snacks. We'll provide the books and donuts, you bring your ideas and family!
The Little Read: Poo Pile on the Prairie by Amy Hevron
The Middle Read: It's her story : Sacajawea by Randy'l He-Dow Teton
(Want a copy of either book to keep for your home library? Join us for Big Read giveaway day on Saturday, September 12!)
jueves, 8 de octubre, 6:30 pm
Thursday, October 8, 6:30 pm
Acompaña al señor Ricardo para la hora de cuentos infantiles. Un evento donde los nenes y guardianes pueden participar en actividades interactivas como, música y canciones; juego de dedos y movimientos de cuerpo; rimas y ritmos; títeres y más. Este evento esta diseñado para edades 3 - 6, pero todas las edades están bienvenidas. No se requiere registrar y es gratis.
Join Mr. Ricardo for Spanish storytime an event where kiddos and caregivers can participate in interactive activities such as, music and songs; finger play and bounces; rhythms and rhymes; puppets and more. This event is designed for ages 3 - 6, but all are welcome. No registration. Siblings and childcare groups are welcome.
Ricardo Marroquin is a Library Assistant at Dane County Library and is one of the Dream Bus drivers. Ricardo is a Spanish native speaker and enjoys bringing his Mexican heritage creative perspective into his storytime curriculum.
Monday, October 12, 1-3 pm
Come party with us! This program will feature a variety of crafts and activities inspired by beloved children's books. Geared towards ages 6+.
Thursday, October 15, 4-5:30 pm
Learn how to wet felt with instructors from Folklore Village. Open to ages 5+. Participants under the age of 8 must have an adult present.
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Looking for more programs? Click here to view our full calendar of events.
Visit the Children's Area
Our cozy children's area features a variety of toys and activities for playing and learning.
We have collections of books and audio for children ages birth-18, learning kits and busy boxes on a variety of subjects.
Come over to play and connect with other families!
Wondering what to expect during a visit to the library? Click here to learn more and view a social narrative.
School-age materials are available in the Intermediate Area.
Storytimes
Fall Storytime Session:
September 14-November 19
Toddler Music - Thursdays @ 10 am
All Ages Storytime - Mondays @ 10 am & Thursdays 6:30 pm
(The Monday and Thursday storytime content is the same each week.)
There will be no Thursday PM storytime October 29.
