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Construction Zone! Drop in
Closed 9am to 2pm; Open 2pm to 8pm
Arts and Crafts Club: Paint Along with Me
Teen and tweens (grades 5-12), come to Arts and Crafts Club!
"Come join the painting party! We'll provide the materials for you to create your very own winter landscape."
We will give you materials and guidance to get started on a different project each month.
Registration is highly recommended; supplies are limited. Walk-ins are welcome to come and learn, but may not get all materials.
December: Paint Along with Me! - Painting party time!
Friday Morning Book Group
Star Wars Force Academy III: Revenge of the Jedi
Geometric Origami
Join Rob for a morning of fun origami folding. Learn the Jewel Unit fold and create a cube. If time allows other cool geometric origami designs can be tried. Supplies will be provided, or bring your own origami squares! For ages 6+; ages 8 and under must have a parent present in the room.
Cooking with Kids: Food Faces! ages 5 to 8
Cooking with Kids: Food Art! ages 9 to 12
Build Bridges: Construction Zone!
Nature Explorers! Furry Critters of WI. Ages 4 to 11
Nature Explorers: Kids Naturally Story & Activity Hour
"Let's Explore Furry Critters of Wisconsin!"
Ages 4 to 11. Younger and older siblings are welcome to tag along! Children will need to sit with their parents/chaperones.
Title: Furbearers of Wisconsin
Presenter: Shawn Rossler – Furbearer Specialist for the WDNR
Description: We will talk about the life history of Wisconsin’s more elusive critters, the furbearers. A study skin collection will be available to see and feel some of Wisconsin’s most interesting and seldom seen critters.
Regarding the importance for children to learn about nature through books and hands on experiences, Shawn Rossler states “The stories that occur in the natural landscapes of Wisconsin are more spectacular than any story watched on a screen”
A free nature education program. Youth Services Coordinator, Karen Wendt along with Wisconsin Master Naturalist, Deborah Proctor and various guest presenters will entertain families with children's books about nature and wildlife at a special event that is part of a monthly series “Nature Explorers! Kids Naturally.”
Participants are encouraged to wear closed-toe shoes and appropriate clothing for indoor/outdoor exploration.
Registration of one contact person is encouraged, so we can alert you if there are any changes to our plans. For ages 4 to 11. Siblings are invited to attend. Walk-ins are welcome.
Why? “If a child is to keep alive his inborn sense of wonder… he needs the companionship of at least one adult who can share it, rediscovering with him the joy, excitement and mystery of the world we live in.” – Rachel Carson, The Sense of Wonder
Memory Cafe
Community Oral History Workshop Training with Troy Reeves
Storytime for 0-5
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
On Arrival at the event: Pick up one ticket per person (all ages) from outside of the Story Room door when you arrive.
A 30-minute multi-activity storytime to engage children primarily ages 2 to 4. Picture books, stories, rhymes, fingerplays, and music will be shared to promote early literacy skills. Open the world of books for your children by participating with them during the storytime. Don't forget your library card!
BabyTime: birth to 15mo
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
On Arrival at the event: Pick up one ticket per person (all ages) from outside of the Story Room door when you arrive.
OPTIONAL: Sign up one adult contact here in order to receive news if the program needs to be cancelled for weather or illness.
Open the world of books for your children by participating with them during the weekly storytime. Don't forget your library card!
Play, Grow, Read! 1000 Books Graduation
10AM The 4th Annual 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Graduation Celebration—
Join us to honor children who have accomplished reading 1,000 books before kindergarten.
Duke Otherwise: SignUp
Clever lyrics, superb music, outrageous fun.
Entertainment for families with children 0 to 5, all ages welcome.
With his guitar, tap shoes, and distinct baritone, Duke Otherwise performs a hilarious, charming and interactive musical program for all ages. From Madison, Wisconsin, Duke's original songs are bursting with clever wordplay and fun ideas relatable to both kids and adults. Be ready to dance, laugh, volunteer, and to have your spontaneous suggestion be added to the show!
Tech Tutoring with Dan
Do you have a gadget that has got you down? Do you have a tech challenge you need help with? Sign up for a 30-minute session with Dan, our tech guru! If for any reason you are unable to attend your scheduled session, please contact us at least 24 hours in advance so that we can attempt to fill your time slot.
Mending Day
Monona History Club: Up a Tree - Discovering Your Family History
Storytime: Ages 0 to 5
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
On Arrival at the event: Pick up one ticket per person (all ages) from outside of the Story Room door when you arrive.
A 30-minute multi-activity storytime to engage children primarily ages 2 to 4. Picture books, stories, rhymes, fingerplays, and music will be shared to promote early literacy skills. Open the world of books for your children by participating with them during the storytime. Don't forget your library card!
Sensory Storytime Sign up. Ages 2 to 4
Sensory Storytime is a deliberate, sensory-enhanced storytime offering educational, literacy, and social opportunities for children of all ages and abilities.
Storytime: Ages 0 to 5
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
On Arrival at the event: Pick up one ticket per person (all ages) from outside of the Story Room door when you arrive.
A 30-minute multi-activity storytime to engage children primarily ages 2 to 4. Picture books, stories, rhymes, fingerplays, and music will be shared to promote early literacy skills. Open the world of books for your children by participating with them during the storytime. Don't forget your library card!
