Hours: Monday–Friday: 10 am–8 pm
Saturday: 9 am–5 pm
Closed: May 28, Memorial Day
Read to a Dog
Thursday, April 19, 6 pm
Bring a favorite book (or find one at the library) and read aloud to a furry friend. Call the week of to register for a 15-minute slot or simply drop in.
Minecraft Club
Mondays, April 2‒30, 2:30‒4:30 pm
(ages 17 and under)
Grab your friends for multiplayer Minecraft fun at the library. Sign up for 30-minute turns based on attendance. Bring your own computer or use one of ours. Minecraft programming is funded by a gift from the Irwin A. & Robert D. Goodman Foundation.
Terrific Tuesdays
Tuesdays, April 3‒May 29, 4 pm
Join us every Tuesday for creative projects: arts and crafts, cooking, games and more.
Book Baby
Wednesdays, April 4‒25, 11:30 am
(babies 0‒15 months)
Enjoy short stories and songs, and then stay for play and conversation.
Toddler Time
Wednesdays, April 4‒25, 10 am and 10:45 am
(children 16‒35 months)
Enjoy stories, songs and activities. One adult per child is recommended. Please note: class size may be limited. Registration is on a first come, first served basis.
Drop-in Preschool Storytime
Mondays, April 2‒30, 10:30 am
(children ages 3‒5, siblings welcome)
A blend of stories, fingerplays and songs that help preschool children develop print and phonologic awareness, vocabulary, letter knowledge and narrative skills. Groups are welcome.
Music and Movement
Wednesdays, May 2‒16, 10 am and 11:00 am
(for toddlers, siblings welcome)
Little ones stay active with music, movement, play and bubbles.
Preschool Art with Jovita
Mondays, May 7‒21, 10:30 am
Join local artist Jovita Hogan to create art with projects exploring different media and techniques. Each week will feature a different project.
Tabletop Game Club
Saturday, April 14, 2 pm
(children in grades K-12)
Bring some friends or join other kids for chess, checkers and other tabletop games. Play our games or bring your favorite one to share. Children under 7 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required.
Library LEGO Club
Tuesdays, April 17 and May 15, 4 pm
Join other LEGO fans and build your own unique creation. Note: LEGOs are the featured Terrific Tuesday activity on these dates.
Family Movie Night
Friday, April 20, 5:30 pm
Join us at the library for a full-length family movie. We’ll provide the popcorn. (Movie to be announced.)
Panels and Pizza: A Graphic Novel Discussion Group
Wednesdays, April 25 and May 23, 5‒6 pm
(ages 10‒13)
On the fourth Wednesday of each month, join your peers for a meet-up to read and discuss graphic novels. Pizza will be served.
Knitting Circle
Wednesdays, 6‒7:45 pm
Bring your yarn and needles and join the knitters every Wednesday night. Beginners, you can get help on your projects.
Gentle Yoga with Kristin Sage
Mondays, March 26-April 30, 12‒12:45 pm
This mid-day class will focus on gentle movement, breath awareness and building a foundation for a safe yoga practice. Paced for newer students, this class requires students to move from the floor to standing without assistance. Students are encouraged to dress in comfortable clothing and to bring their own yoga mat or a compact blanket. Some mats will be available. Kristin Sage has been teaching yoga classes in Madison for over 15 years and is skilled at helping students find intelligent ways to work with limitations. For more information, visit sageyoga.net. Registration begins Monday, March 12.
Free Fix-it Computer Clinic
Saturday, April 7, 10 am‒1 pm
Do you have a computer question or issue? If your computer or laptop is slow, not working, or seems to have a virus, bring it in for free tech help. Labor is free. First come, first served.
Gentle Talk on Alzheimer’s
Wednesday, April 11, 1‒2 pm
Michael Hecht is a Dementia Care Specialist with Skaalen Retirement Services in Stoughton. This is a 45-minute presentation with a question-and-answer period. Topics will include re-directive tools and assisting a caregiver with positive interactive tools.
Learn to Brew Beer at Home
Tuesday, April 17, 6:30‒7:30 pm
Join Ben Feifarek from the Wine and Hop Shop and Working Draft Beer Company for a discussion about how you can make delicious beer at home. Registration begins Tuesday, April 3.
Creative Coloring for Adults
Tuesdays, April 10 and May 8, 10:30‒11:30 am
Join us for one hour of creative and calming coloring. We supply the coloring pages, colored pencils and markers and soothing music.
Movie Night, “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2”
Friday, April 18, 5:15 pm
Peter Quill and his fellow Guardians are hired by a powerful alien race, the Sovereign, to protect their precious batteries from invaders. Rated PG-13. There is room for 50 guests and seating will be on a first come, first served basis. Light refreshments will be served.
Movie Night, “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle”
Friday, May 18, 5:30 pm
Four high school students discover an old video game console and are drawn into the game’s jungle setting, literally becoming the adult avatars they chose. What they discover is that you don’t just play Jumanji — you must survive it. Rated PG-13. There is room for 50 guests and seating will be on a first come, first served basis. Light refreshments will be served.
One-On-One Writing Assistance
Mondays, April 2‒30, 4‒7 pm
Free one-hour sessions for writing help, including resumes, cover letters, online job searches, applications and any creative writing. This program is funded through a grant and staffed by UW Writing Assistance staff. Call 246-4547 to sign up.
Computer and eBook Assistance
Mondays, 10 am‒12 pm; Thursdays, 1–3 pm; Saturdays, 9–11 am, by appointment
We offer free one-on-one sessions for help with basic computer and internet literacy, including online job searching and applications, using email and Facebook, and e-reader setup and assistance. Call 246-4547 to make an appointment.
First Thursday Adult Book Group
6:30 pm
April 5: “H is for Hawk” by Helen MacDonald
May 3: “The Little Paris Bookshop” by Nina George
Join our fireside book discussion. Refreshments are provided.
Adult Noon Book Group
Second Thursday, 12 pm
April 12: “Barkskins” by Annie Proulx
May 10: “The Wangs vs. the World” by Jade Chang
Discuss books and eat treats. It’s a really good group.
Mystery Book Group
Third Thursday, 6:30 pm
April 19: “The End of Wasp Season” by Denise Mina
May 17: “Without Warning” by David Rosenfelt
Join us around the fireplace to discuss mysteries.
Scrabble for Adults
Every Wednesday, 10 am
Sharpen your mind with a group that makes it fun.
Drop-in Math Help
Every Tuesday, 4:30‒6:30 pm
Drop in for help with your math homework — all subjects through calculus.