July 2026 Events for Kids ‘n’ Tweens
Summer Reading 2026: Unearth a Story
Summer Reading 2026 is here! This summer, we’re Unearthing a Story, and we want you to dig in with us.
From Monday, June 8 through Saturday, August 1, read your way to awesome prizes.
Sign-ups start June 8th — online with Beanstack or in person in the Library Community Room. Track your reading your way: grab a traditional paper log or log online with Beanstack. Same great program, your choice of how to play. Just keep in mind that each person can only participate once, so pick your favorite and start digging!
Find all the details and prize schedule at madisonlib.org/summer-reading. We can’t wait to see what stories you unearth this summer!
Story Time and Early Literacy
Storytime is back this summer — and we’re going prehistoric!
We have something for every little one this summer. Book Babies (for infants not yet walking, with a caregiver) meets Wednesdays at 9:30 AM, and Toddler Time (for walking toddlers, with a caregiver) meets Mondays and Tuesdays at 9:30 AM. Storytime is every Tuesday and Wednesday morning at 10:30 AM, with an After Dinner Storytime option Tuesday evenings at 6:30 PM.
This summer we’ll explore the world of fossils, dinosaurs, and America 250 through stories, songs, and hands-on fun. Here’s what’s coming up:
June 29–July 1 – America 250 with the Yellowstone Brass
July 6–8 – Dino Play
July 13–15 – Dino Detectives
July 22 – Playmill Cast of Disney’s Frozen (ONE DAY ONLY – Wed. at 10:30 AM or 12 PM)
July 27–29 – Something New Just For You… Dinosaurs!
We can’t wait to see your little ones this summer.
Chess and Game Club
Unplug and connect at Chess and Game Club! It’s the perfect place to hang out, meet new people, and play some awesome games.
Join us Mondays at 4:00 PM in the Community Room, June 15 through July 27. 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 come ready to have fun. Open to ages 9–18.
We’re also excited to welcome Joseph from Binary Cocoa as our gaming mentor, bringing his expertise and helping players learn new games along the way.
Come when you can, bring a friend, and make Mondays something to look forward to.
Summer STEM from Your Library
Summer STEM from Your Library is here! Every Tuesday at 2:00 PM in the Community Room, children ages 6–11 and their accompanying adults are welcome to join us for a summer full of hands-on STEM adventures. Here’s what’s coming up:
July 7 – Archaeology and Cookie Excavation
July 14 – IPTV & PBS Kids with Cheryl Kimber: Fossil Imprints
July 21 – IPTV & PBS Kids with Cheryl Kimber: Amber Fossils
July 28 – LEGO Jurassic Jungle with DINObots!
Drop in for one or come to all of them — every week is a brand-new adventure.
Family Friendly Films
Grab the family and pull up a seat — Free Family Friendly Films are back!
Every Thursday at 1:00 PM in the Community Room, we’re screening films hand-picked to match our Summer Reading theme, Unearth a Story — think dinosaurs, ancient worlds, and epic adventures. Here’s the lineup:
July 2 – We’re Back! A Dinosaur’s Story (G)
July 9 – Dinosaur (PG)
July 16 – Ice Age (PG)
July 23 – The Prince of Egypt (PG)
July 30 – Journey to the Center of the Earth (PG)
Free, fun, and on the big screen. We’ll see you Thursdays at 1!
Celebrate America 250 with the Magic of Matt Seraydarian!
Get ready for a night of wonder! Join us Thursday, July 2 from 6:30–7:30 PM in the Community Room to celebrate America 250 with an unforgettable evening of magic, music, and inspiring stories. Magician Matt Seraydarian brings a one-of-a-kind show for all ages — the perfect patriotic after-dinner experience. Seats are limited, so please sign up for FREE tickets at the Circulation Desk!
Watch The Magic of Matt Seraydarian on YouTube to get a sneak peek before the show!
Armchair Traveler Challenge: Unearth a Story
Reading is the perfect way to unearth information, entertainment, and understanding, and we are ready to delve into some great books! This year’s challenge has us grabbing our shovels and burrowing into the pages! Field Interns will read one book for each challenge, earning stickers and opportunities to win prizes in our grand prize drawing.
Any reader who fulfills even a portion of their Artifact Journal will earn small prizes along the way, but readers who complete all 10 Inventory Logs will earn the 2026 Armchair Traveler Intern Prize. Sign up at the Circulation desk and grab your Artifact Journal to get started!
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