January 23, 2026
  • Free Family Friendly Films
    January 23, 2026 from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

    Want to watch a fun movie on a big screen? We have got new ones and classics all lined up for an afternoon of movie fun! 

    A schedule of of the month's afternoon films are available @ madisonlib.org

    All children 12 and under must be accompanied by responsible party, age 14+.

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  • Adult Makers: Create a Cloth-Bound Book
    January 23, 2026 from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Leave the kids at home for a night adult socializing and creativity.
     
    Tonight, we'll learn how to make a book, a real book, binding and everything.

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January 26, 2026
  • Toddler Time
    January 26, 2026 from 9:30 am - 10:00 am
    Location: Community Room

    For toddlers who are "walkers" (ages 1 to 3 years) and their "grown-up" -- enjoy songs, stories, and sensory building activities together.

    Have more than one child?  Wondering which early literacy library program to attend?  Go to the age specific event for your oldest child.

    Additional activities and links will be available after the program on the Madison Library District Book Babies blog.

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  • Spanish Storytime
    January 26, 2026 from 10:30 am - 11:15 am

    Children ages 3 to 5 with their attending adult will enjoy stories and related fun which may include songs, games, and rhymes in Spanish. 

    Take-n-Go Kiddie Craft Kits will be available at Storytime. If you miss Storytime, extras are available at the Youth Reference Desk in the Children's section while supplies last.

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  • Game and Chess Club
    January 26, 2026 from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

    For tweens and teens ages 9- 18   Unplug and connect at the library's game club! It's the perfect place to hang out, meet new people, and play some awesome games. We'll have chess sets ready for players of all abilities, plus a rotating selection of board games and card games. No experience needed—just a desire to have fun.

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January 27, 2026
  • Toddler Time
    January 27, 2026 from 9:30 am - 10:00 am
    Location: Community Room

    For toddlers who are "walkers" (ages 1 to 3 years) and their "grown-up" -- enjoy songs, stories, and sensory building activities together.

    Have more than one child?  Wondering which early literacy library program to attend?  Go to the age specific event for your oldest child.

    Additional activities and links will be available after the program on the Madison Library District Book Babies blog.

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  • Storytime
    January 27, 2026 from 10:30 am - 11:15 am

    Children ages 3 to 5 with their attending adult will enjoy stories and related fun which may include songs, games, and rhymes.

    Have more than one child?  Wondering which early literacy library program to attend?  Go to the age specific event for your oldest child.

    Take-n-Go Kiddie Craft Kits will be available at Storytime. If you miss Storytime, extras are available at the Youth Reference Desk in the Children's section while supplies last. 

    Additional links, books and activities will be available after Storytime on the Madison Library District Story Time blog.

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  • Kid 'n Tween Tuesday STEAM
    January 27, 2026 from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Calling all kids & tweens ages 6–11! (Bring an adult sidekick along for the fun!)

    Get ready to reach new heights at the library with a STEAM-powered LEGO challenge! We're taking our building skills to the next level by creating epic vertical structures. Can you defy gravity and make your creation stand tall on its own? Will you design a daring rock climbing wall, a bouncing Plinko board, or something totally unique? The possibilities are endless! A huge thanks to the Lego Librarian for this awesome activity.

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  • After Dinner Storytime
    January 27, 2026 from 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm

    Children ages 3 to 5 with their attending adult will enjoy stories and related fun which may include songs, games, and rhymes. 

    Take-n-Go Kiddie Craft Kits will be available at Storytime. If you miss Storytime, extras are available at the Youth Reference Desk in the Children's section while supplies last. 

    Additional links, books and activities will be available after Storytime on the Madison Library District Story Time blog.

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January 28, 2026
  • Book Babies
    January 28, 2026 from 9:30 am - 10:00 am

    For babies (ages 0- 12 months)  who are not yet "walkers" and their "grown-up" --  enjoy songs, stories, baby sign-language, movement and sensory activities together.

    Have more than one child?  Wondering which early literacy library program to attend?  Go to the age specific program for your oldest child.

    Additional activities and links will be available after the program on the Madison Library District Book Babies blog.

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  • Storytime
    January 28, 2026 from 10:30 am - 11:15 am

    Children ages 3 to 5 with their attending adult will enjoy stories and related fun which may include songs, games, and rhymes. 

    Have more than one child?  Wondering which early literacy library event to attend?  Go to the age specific program for your oldest child.

    Take-n-Go Kiddie Craft Kits will be available at Storytime. If you miss Storytime, extras are available at the Youth Reference Desk in the Children's section while supplies last. 

    Additional links, books and activities will be available after Storytime on the Madison Library District Story Time blog.

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  • Young League of Writers
    January 28, 2026 from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

    For teens, ages 12-18! Whether you want to share your writing with peers or make new friends, this is the perfect place for you. We'll meet for 1 1/2 hours to share our work, discuss what makes great writing, and engage in creative writing exercises.

    In the first half of the activity, we'll share our writing with each other. Use the red, yellow, or green light system to indicate the level of feedback you'd like to receive. Please share your work in advance to programs@madisonlib.org or bring a printed copy to the Young League of Writers meeting.

    In the second half, we'll dive into a writing marathon, creating and exploring new ideas together.

    For more information, visit the Madison Library Teen Zone at Teen Zone . Sign up now for notifications and join us for an inspiring and fun-filled session!

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  • Library Board Meeting
    January 28, 2026 from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    Location: Community Room See more details

January 29, 2026
  • Cook with a Book... Howl's Moving Castle
    January 29, 2026 from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

    For teens ages 12- 18
    Have you ever wanted to make treacle tart from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone? Or how about the scones from the Inheritance Games? Or maybe you would like to try the mallowmelt from Keeper of the Lost Cities. Then come to Cook with a Book!

    For this activity, we will make Italian Cream Cake, perfect for taking on an adventure!

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  • Take a Break Book Club: The Screwtape Letters by C. S. Lewis
    January 29, 2026 from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    Take a break from the kids, the pressures of home and work, and join us for a lively discussion. 

    This month, we'll examine  Lewis's classic tale in letters of an aspiring imp being coached by a master demon.

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