Upcoming Events
Monday, March 9, 1-3 pm
Sticker enthusiasts, this is for you! Come make a variety of sticker crafts and collect new stickers. Open to ages 6+, children under 8 years old must have a caregiver present.
Tuesday, March 10, 3:45-4:45
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 Murphy, 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. Claim your time slot here.
Wednesday, March 11, 6:30 pm
Experience the energy and precision of traditional Irish dance as talented local performers bring lively steps and rhythmic footwork to the library. Trinity Irish Dancers of Madison have been sharing the power, grace and joy of traditional Irish Dancing since 1982. Come on out to support our local dancers. This special performance will entertain all ages!
Friday & Saturday March 13-14, 9:30 am-5:00 pm
Families are invited to create a giant collaborative artwork during our two‑day Draw‑A‑Thon, with oversized sheets of paper covering the library floor. Drop in anytime to add your doodles, designs, and imagination to this ever‑growing community masterpiece.
Complete at least 5 learning activities to enter for a chance to win a voucher to play and learn at the Black Earth Children’s Museum. Pick up a challenge sheet at the library starting March 27. Return your completed sheet by April 6 to be entered for a chance to win.
Tuesday, March 31, 1-5pm
With Ho-Chunk Cultural Artist Lillian White Eagle
*Registration Required. Sign up here. Opens March 2nd.
For ages 6+. This is a four-hour workshop.
Create a beaded keychain during this family friendly afternoon workshop.
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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
Winter Storytime Session:
January 12-March 26
Toddler Music - Thursdays @ 10 am, January 15-March 26
All Ages Storytime - Mondays @ 10 am & Thursdays 6:30 pm, January 12-March 26
(The Monday and Thursday storytime content is the same each week.)
