November Adult Book Club

November Adult Book Club

by | Nov 5, 2020 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 comments

November Adult Book Club

The library will be closed on Wednesday, November 11 for Veteran's Day. No items are due. Thank you.

Join us for a discussion of The Glass Castle on November 19th at 6:30 pm via Zoom. Book club copies available through curbside pickup. 

Request a Zoom Invite

September Adult Events

by | September 1, 2023 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

Take a Break Book ClubTake a Break and join our adult book club on Sept. 21 at 6:30 PM! Ages 18+ will meet in the Community Room to discuss Jane Austen’s classic, Sense and Sensibility. Adult MakersFriday, September 15 is Adult Makers! We will be making noodles from...
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September Kids & Tween Events

by | September 1, 2023 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Toddler Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

Story TimeJoin Miss Gina, Grace, and Marybeth for Preschool Story Time, Toddler Time, and Book Babies! For September, we will have fun with the letter F and farm animals! Preschool Story Time is for ages 2-5 and meets Tuesdays at 10:30 AM and 6:30 PM or Wednesdays at...
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September Teen Events

by | September 1, 2023 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Parties, Teen Zone, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

Hauntings - Library Teen Virtual ConventionTeens are invited to join the annual Library Teen Virtual Convention! Inspired by all our favorite ghost stories, spooky folklore, and mysterious cryptids, this year's theme is HAUNTINGS! The Convention is hosted on Discord...
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July Teen Activities

by | July 1, 2023 | Blog, Gaming Days, Teen Crafts, Teen Parties, Teen Tech Week, Teen Zone, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

CHESS AND GAME CLUB Learn the art of chess and other games from the master of fun and strategy, Nick Allison. Game supplies will be provided. Mondays from 4:30-5:30 PM in the Community Room. For Ages 9-18TEEN ACTION COUNCIL Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans...
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July Adult Activities

by | July 1, 2023 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

INDEPENDENCE DAY CLOSURE The Library will be closed Tuesday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. No items will be due but the book drop will remain open. Thank you! "ALL TOGETHER NOW" BLOCK PARTY This is the Block Party everyone will be talking about this...
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July Kid & Tween Activities

by | July 1, 2023 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Toddler Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

CHESS AND GAME CLUB Learn the art of chess and other games from the master of fun and strategy, Nick Allison. Game supplies will be provided. Every Monday from 4:30-5:30 P.M. in the Community Room For ages 9-184TH OF JULY CLOSURE The Library will be closed Tuesday,...
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June Kids and Tween Activities

by | June 1, 2023 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

SPECIAL STORY TIME Join us for a special story time with local author Ruth Nielson! She is the author and illustrator of I Am Remarkable: A Journey of Self-Discovery. Ruth will lead our little ones in a yoga session, so please bring a towel or mat for your child to...
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June Adult Activities

by | June 1, 2023 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

CREATIVE WRITING CLUB Share your writing with other storytelling enthusiasts or join to make friends! Join the Creative Writing Club for ages 18+. We will share your favorite piece of writing and talk about why writing is our passion. Wednesdays, June 14 & 28 at...
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Library Closed for Labor Day

by | August 13, 2022 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

The library will be closed Saturday September 3rd and Monday September 5th for Labor Day. No items will be due and the book drop will remain open. Thank you!
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August Library Activities

by | August 1, 2022 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

TEEN ACTION COUNCILWednesday, August 3rd. 4-5:30pm.  For ages 12-18. Come and have a say in what activities Teens do at the Library and meet new friends. NO PROGRAMS IN AUGUST To reset from Summer Reading and to accomodate our new infrastruture updates, there will be...
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Adult Makers: Instant Pot Demonstration

Adult Makers: Instant Pot Demonstration

by | Nov 5, 2020 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Craft Instructions Post | 0 comments

Learn these delicious Indian food recipes by following along with Lance Hanson of the University of Idaho!

    Watch the video instructions
    Download Naan Recipe
    Download Jasmine Rice Recipe
    Download Lentil Curry Recipe
    Download Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

    Cooking the Books – Baking Yesteryear

    by | April 30, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Adult Makers Try Cooking the Books: Baking YesteryearOur Adult Makers had an extra sweet April activity that was a blast from the past! Cooking the Books follows a recent online trend of "Cookbook Clubs" that brings together chefs and readers alike. Our library...
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    May Programs for All Ages

    by | April 24, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

    Miss Wendy's Reading Tips & Tricks For ParentsAre you ready to make reading a fun adventure for your child this summer? Join us for Miss. Wendy's Reading Tips & Tricks for Parents class! Discover simple, game-like reading activities that will help strengthen...
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    Madison Library District 2022-2023 Statistics

    by | March 29, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

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    April 2024 Adult Activities

    by | March 29, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubJoin our Creative Writers Club (Ages 18+) on Wednesdays, April 3 & 17 at 6:00 PM in the Community Room! Share your literary gems with fellow storytelling enthusiasts and bond over love for the written word.Family Friendly FilmsGrab the popcorn...
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    Adult Activities March 2024

    by | March 1, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubJoin our Creative Writers Club (Ages 18+) on Wednesdays, March 6 & 20 at 6:00 PM in the Community Room! Share your literary gems with fellow storytelling enthusiasts and bond over love for the written word.Adult MakersAdult Makers! Join us on...
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    Adult Activities February 2024

    by | January 31, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    On The Same PageOn the Same Page is back and this year we're reading "Holes" by Louis Sachar! Join our big community read and pick up your free-to-keep kick-off kit from the circulation desk today!    Please, limit 1 book per household.Sploosh! Join us for an activity...
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    January Adult Activities

    by | December 29, 2023 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubJoin our Creative Writers Club (Ages 18+) on Wednesdays, January 3 & 17 at 6:00 PM in the Community Room! Share your literary gems with fellow storytelling enthusiasts and bond over love for the written word.Closed for Martin Luther King Jr....
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    Holiday Closures 2023

    by | December 18, 2023 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

    The Library will be closed Saturday - Tuesday, Dec. 23 - 26 for Christmas & Saturday - Monday, Dec. 30 - Jan. 1 for the New Year   No items are due when the Library is closed. Thank You! Have a safe and happy holidays!
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    Christmas Extravaganza!

    by | November 24, 2023 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

    Christmas is not just a day, it's a feeling! It's the joy that fills our hearts, the sparkle in our eyes, and the warmth we share with our family and friends. This year, everyone is invited to Madison Library District’s 14th Annual Christmas Extravaganza, a Christmas...
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    November Adult Activities

    by | October 30, 2023 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubShare your writing with other storytelling enthusiasts and make new friends! Join the Creative Writing Club for ages 18+. We will share our favorite piece and talk about why writing is our passion. This month we are meeting in the Community Room...
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    Upcoming November Adult Makers

    Upcoming November Adult Makers

    by | Oct 23, 2020 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 comments

    Upcoming November Adult Makers

    Celebrate National Men Make Dinner Night! Lance Hanson of the University of Idaho’s extension office will give a demonstration on everyone’s new favorite kitchen gadget, the Instant Pot. Get ideas on how to make yours even more fun!

    The demo will be available on our website and YouTube channel starting from Thursday November 5 at noon.

    September Adult Events

    by | September 1, 2023 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

    Take a Break Book ClubTake a Break and join our adult book club on Sept. 21 at 6:30 PM! Ages 18+ will meet in the Community Room to discuss Jane Austen’s classic, Sense and Sensibility. Adult MakersFriday, September 15 is Adult Makers! We will be making noodles from...
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    July Adult Activities

    by | July 1, 2023 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

    INDEPENDENCE DAY CLOSURE The Library will be closed Tuesday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. No items will be due but the book drop will remain open. Thank you! "ALL TOGETHER NOW" BLOCK PARTY This is the Block Party everyone will be talking about this...
    Read More

    June Adult Activities

    by | June 1, 2023 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

    CREATIVE WRITING CLUB Share your writing with other storytelling enthusiasts or join to make friends! Join the Creative Writing Club for ages 18+. We will share your favorite piece of writing and talk about why writing is our passion. Wednesdays, June 14 & 28 at...
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    APRIL Adult Activities

    by | April 7, 2022 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

    REGENCY TEA PARTY Saturday April 30th. 9am & 11am. This is a ticketed event. Join authors Sarah M. Eden, Joanna Barker, Sian Ann Bessey, and Esther Hatch for a Regency Tea Party. The event will include a Q&A session, behind-the-scenes insights, giveaways, and...
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    Adult Makers: Tiny Books

    by | November 24, 2021 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Craft Instructions Post | 0 Comments

    Make a tiny book with bookmaking skills! Materials needed: 25 pieces of paper 2 pieces of 2x3 decorative paper Larger piece of double-sided decorative paper 2 pieces of heavier 1.5x2 papers 1/4x2 paper Popsicle stick Glue Heavy string/thread Large needle Scissors...
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    NOVEMBER Adult Activities

    by | November 1, 2021 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

    FAMILY FRIENDLY FILM NIGHTS Come watch a movie at the library! Every Tuesday at 4pm in the Community Room. November 2nd: The Lego MovieNovember 9th: Paw Patrol: The MovieNovember 16th: PaddingtonNovember 23rd: Finding NemoNovember 30th: The Peanuts Movie Children...
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    OCTOBER Adult Activities

    by | October 7, 2021 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog | 0 Comments

    Family Friendly Film NightsCome watch a movie at the library! Every Tuesday at 4pm in the Community Room. Oct 5th: Boss Baby: Family BusinessOct 12th: Scooby-Doo: Straight Outta NowhereOct 19th: Space Jam: A New LegacyOct 26th: Hocus Pocus Children under 12 must be...
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    Adult Makers: Inspirational Tile Magnets

    by | September 20, 2021 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Craft Instructions Post | 0 Comments

    Inspirational tile magnets to help give you the motivation you need! Materials needed: tiles (from a mini tumbling tower or your own choice) inspirational messagesmod podge magnets pieces of paper (for the backing) scissors glue stick (optional)    
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    SEPTEMBER Adult Activities

    by | September 2, 2021 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

    September Adult Book Club The Library Book Club will be meeting on Thursday, September 16th, at 6:30pm in the Community Room. There has been a change of book; the book for September is Sold by Patricia McCormick. Lakshmi is a thirteen-year-old girl who lives with her...
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    JULY Adult Activities

    by | June 30, 2021 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

    Adult Summer Reading Explore Tails and Tales at the Library this summer by researching animals in all their habitats. Each time you complete a “Research Area” by reading 1000 pages of your choice, bring your log into the Library for a small reward.   If you...
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    November Mother Daughter Book Club

    November Mother Daughter Book Club

    by | Oct 22, 2020 | Blog, Tween Scene | 0 comments

    November Mother Daughter Book Club

    This month we will be reading Flora and Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo. We will meet via Zoom.

    For girls ages 8-11 and accompanying adult. It’s a party about a book! Play games, make a cool craft, and eat a tasty snack.

    Request a Zoom Invitation
    Learn more about Mother Daughter Book Club

    May Programs for All Ages

    by | April 24, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

    Miss Wendy's Reading Tips & Tricks For ParentsAre you ready to make reading a fun adventure for your child this summer? Join us for Miss. Wendy's Reading Tips & Tricks for Parents class! Discover simple, game-like reading activities that will help strengthen...
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    Madison Library District 2022-2023 Statistics

    by | March 29, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

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    April 2024 Kids & Tween Activities

    by | March 29, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

    National Library Week Book Nook ContestStep into a world of tiny wonders during National Library Week! Our Book Nook Contest invites you to explore Small Adventures to Amazing Places! From fantastical realms to cozy real-world corners, you may create a miniature...
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    Kid & Tween Activities March 2024

    by | March 1, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

    Story TimeJoin us in March for a world of imagination and learning at Story Time! This month we’re celebrating author-illustrator, Eric Carle! Preschool Story Time (ages 2-5): Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10:30 AM and Tuesdays at 6:30 PM. Toddler Time (ages 10-23...
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    Kid & Tween Activities February 2024

    by | January 31, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

    Story TimeJoin us in February for a world of imagination and learning at Story Time!  Preschool Story Time (ages 2-5): It’s all about the Letter V! Explore Veggies, Valentine’s Day, Violins, and Something NEW, Just For You! Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10:30 AM and...
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    January Kid & Tween Activities

    by | December 29, 2023 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

    Story Time Preschool Story Time (ages 2-5): It’s all about the Letter D! Explore Dance, Dinosaurs, Dirt, Disguises, and Something NEW, Just For You! Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10:30 AM  Toddler Time (ages 10-23 months): Dive into the exciting world of dinosaurs with...
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    Holiday Closures 2023

    by | December 18, 2023 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

    The Library will be closed Saturday - Tuesday, Dec. 23 - 26 for Christmas & Saturday - Monday, Dec. 30 - Jan. 1 for the New Year   No items are due when the Library is closed. Thank You! Have a safe and happy holidays!
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    Christmas Extravaganza!

    by | November 24, 2023 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

    Christmas is not just a day, it's a feeling! It's the joy that fills our hearts, the sparkle in our eyes, and the warmth we share with our family and friends. This year, everyone is invited to Madison Library District’s 14th Annual Christmas Extravaganza, a Christmas...
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    November Kid and Tween Activities

    by | October 30, 2023 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

    Story TimeJoin us this November for a world of imagination and learning at Story Time! The theme for Preschool Story Time (ages 2-5) is The Letter U! Explore the magical world of "Uni"-horns, Umbrellas, Under the…, and something NEW, just for U... or should we say...
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    October 2023 Kid and Tween Activities

    by | September 30, 2023 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

    Story TimeJoin Miss Gina, Grace, and Marybeth for Preschool Story Time, Toddler Time, and Book Babies! For October, we will have fun with the letter O and opposites!  Preschool Story Time is for ages 2-5 and meets Tuesdays at 10:30 AM and 6:30 PM and Wednesdays at...
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    Adult Makers – Gold Leaf Illumination

    Adult Makers – Gold Leaf Illumination

    by | Oct 16, 2020 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Craft Instructions Post | 0 comments

    Adult Makers – Gold Leaf Illumination

    This month we’re doing gold leaf illumination! Kits will be available even after this online instruction until they are out, so don’t miss your chance to pick one up!

     

     

    Watch the video instructions

    Cooking the Books – Baking Yesteryear

    by | April 30, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Adult Makers Try Cooking the Books: Baking YesteryearOur Adult Makers had an extra sweet April activity that was a blast from the past! Cooking the Books follows a recent online trend of "Cookbook Clubs" that brings together chefs and readers alike. Our library...
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    May Programs for All Ages

    by | April 24, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

    Miss Wendy's Reading Tips & Tricks For ParentsAre you ready to make reading a fun adventure for your child this summer? Join us for Miss. Wendy's Reading Tips & Tricks for Parents class! Discover simple, game-like reading activities that will help strengthen...
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    Madison Library District 2022-2023 Statistics

    by | March 29, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

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    April 2024 Adult Activities

    by | March 29, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubJoin our Creative Writers Club (Ages 18+) on Wednesdays, April 3 & 17 at 6:00 PM in the Community Room! Share your literary gems with fellow storytelling enthusiasts and bond over love for the written word.Family Friendly FilmsGrab the popcorn...
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    Adult Activities March 2024

    by | March 1, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubJoin our Creative Writers Club (Ages 18+) on Wednesdays, March 6 & 20 at 6:00 PM in the Community Room! Share your literary gems with fellow storytelling enthusiasts and bond over love for the written word.Adult MakersAdult Makers! Join us on...
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    Adult Activities February 2024

    by | January 31, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    On The Same PageOn the Same Page is back and this year we're reading "Holes" by Louis Sachar! Join our big community read and pick up your free-to-keep kick-off kit from the circulation desk today!    Please, limit 1 book per household.Sploosh! Join us for an activity...
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    Teen Activities February 2024

    by | January 31, 2024 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

    On the Same Page is back and this year we're reading "Holes" by Louis Sachar! Join our big community read and pick up your free-to-keep kick-off kit from the circulation desk today!  Please, limit 1 book per household. Teen Crafts Teens 12-18! Bring your friends and...
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    January Adult Activities

    by | December 29, 2023 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubJoin our Creative Writers Club (Ages 18+) on Wednesdays, January 3 & 17 at 6:00 PM in the Community Room! Share your literary gems with fellow storytelling enthusiasts and bond over love for the written word.Closed for Martin Luther King Jr....
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    January Teen Activities

    by | December 29, 2023 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

    Idaho Teen Reading ChallengeAre you a bookworm between the ages of 12-18 looking for an exciting reading challenge? Look no further! Get ready to dive into an adventure from October 2023 to April 2024 with the Idaho Teen Reading Challenge, designed to engage readers...
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    Holiday Closures 2023

    by | December 18, 2023 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

    The Library will be closed Saturday - Tuesday, Dec. 23 - 26 for Christmas & Saturday - Monday, Dec. 30 - Jan. 1 for the New Year   No items are due when the Library is closed. Thank You! Have a safe and happy holidays!
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    October Adult Makers

    October Adult Makers

    by | Oct 9, 2020 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 comments

    October Adult Makers

    Learn the ancient art of gold leaf illumination. Pick up a kit with supplies and tools and develop an idea for your project before our online lesson is posted on October 16 at 7pm.

    The tools in the kit will need to be returned, but we’ll let you keep them a week to experiment a bit on your own. A limited number of kits will be available beginning Monday, October 12.

    Cooking the Books – Baking Yesteryear

    by | April 30, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Adult Makers Try Cooking the Books: Baking YesteryearOur Adult Makers had an extra sweet April activity that was a blast from the past! Cooking the Books follows a recent online trend of "Cookbook Clubs" that brings together chefs and readers alike. Our library...
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    May Programs for All Ages

    by | April 24, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

    Miss Wendy's Reading Tips & Tricks For ParentsAre you ready to make reading a fun adventure for your child this summer? Join us for Miss. Wendy's Reading Tips & Tricks for Parents class! Discover simple, game-like reading activities that will help strengthen...
    Read More

    Madison Library District 2022-2023 Statistics

    by | March 29, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

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    April 2024 Adult Activities

    by | March 29, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubJoin our Creative Writers Club (Ages 18+) on Wednesdays, April 3 & 17 at 6:00 PM in the Community Room! Share your literary gems with fellow storytelling enthusiasts and bond over love for the written word.Family Friendly FilmsGrab the popcorn...
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    Adult Activities March 2024

    by | March 1, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubJoin our Creative Writers Club (Ages 18+) on Wednesdays, March 6 & 20 at 6:00 PM in the Community Room! Share your literary gems with fellow storytelling enthusiasts and bond over love for the written word.Adult MakersAdult Makers! Join us on...
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    Adult Activities February 2024

    by | January 31, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    On The Same PageOn the Same Page is back and this year we're reading "Holes" by Louis Sachar! Join our big community read and pick up your free-to-keep kick-off kit from the circulation desk today!    Please, limit 1 book per household.Sploosh! Join us for an activity...
    Read More

    January Adult Activities

    by | December 29, 2023 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubJoin our Creative Writers Club (Ages 18+) on Wednesdays, January 3 & 17 at 6:00 PM in the Community Room! Share your literary gems with fellow storytelling enthusiasts and bond over love for the written word.Closed for Martin Luther King Jr....
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    Holiday Closures 2023

    by | December 18, 2023 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

    The Library will be closed Saturday - Tuesday, Dec. 23 - 26 for Christmas & Saturday - Monday, Dec. 30 - Jan. 1 for the New Year   No items are due when the Library is closed. Thank You! Have a safe and happy holidays!
    Read More

    Christmas Extravaganza!

    by | November 24, 2023 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

    Christmas is not just a day, it's a feeling! It's the joy that fills our hearts, the sparkle in our eyes, and the warmth we share with our family and friends. This year, everyone is invited to Madison Library District’s 14th Annual Christmas Extravaganza, a Christmas...
    Read More

    November Adult Activities

    by | October 30, 2023 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubShare your writing with other storytelling enthusiasts and make new friends! Join the Creative Writing Club for ages 18+. We will share our favorite piece and talk about why writing is our passion. This month we are meeting in the Community Room...
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    October Lunch with Librarians

    October Lunch with Librarians

    by | Oct 6, 2020 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 comments

    October Lunch with Librarians

    This month’s lunch with the librarians will be Monday, October 12 at 12:30pm in the Community Room. Come bring your brown bag or takeout and swap book ideas with fellow lit lovers in this informal gathering. We hold this every second Monday of the month.

    Cooking the Books – Baking Yesteryear

    by | April 30, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Adult Makers Try Cooking the Books: Baking YesteryearOur Adult Makers had an extra sweet April activity that was a blast from the past! Cooking the Books follows a recent online trend of "Cookbook Clubs" that brings together chefs and readers alike. Our library...
    Read More

    May Programs for All Ages

    by | April 24, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

    Miss Wendy's Reading Tips & Tricks For ParentsAre you ready to make reading a fun adventure for your child this summer? Join us for Miss. Wendy's Reading Tips & Tricks for Parents class! Discover simple, game-like reading activities that will help strengthen...
    Read More

    Madison Library District 2022-2023 Statistics

    by | March 29, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

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    April 2024 Kids & Tween Activities

    by | March 29, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

    National Library Week Book Nook ContestStep into a world of tiny wonders during National Library Week! Our Book Nook Contest invites you to explore Small Adventures to Amazing Places! From fantastical realms to cozy real-world corners, you may create a miniature...
    Read More

    April 2024 Adult Activities

    by | March 29, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubJoin our Creative Writers Club (Ages 18+) on Wednesdays, April 3 & 17 at 6:00 PM in the Community Room! Share your literary gems with fellow storytelling enthusiasts and bond over love for the written word.Family Friendly FilmsGrab the popcorn...
    Read More

    Adult Activities March 2024

    by | March 1, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubJoin our Creative Writers Club (Ages 18+) on Wednesdays, March 6 & 20 at 6:00 PM in the Community Room! Share your literary gems with fellow storytelling enthusiasts and bond over love for the written word.Adult MakersAdult Makers! Join us on...
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    Kid & Tween Activities March 2024

    by | March 1, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

    Story TimeJoin us in March for a world of imagination and learning at Story Time! This month we’re celebrating author-illustrator, Eric Carle! Preschool Story Time (ages 2-5): Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10:30 AM and Tuesdays at 6:30 PM. Toddler Time (ages 10-23...
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    Adult Activities February 2024

    by | January 31, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    On The Same PageOn the Same Page is back and this year we're reading "Holes" by Louis Sachar! Join our big community read and pick up your free-to-keep kick-off kit from the circulation desk today!    Please, limit 1 book per household.Sploosh! Join us for an activity...
    Read More

    Kid & Tween Activities February 2024

    by | January 31, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

    Story TimeJoin us in February for a world of imagination and learning at Story Time!  Preschool Story Time (ages 2-5): It’s all about the Letter V! Explore Veggies, Valentine’s Day, Violins, and Something NEW, Just For You! Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10:30 AM and...
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    January Kid & Tween Activities

    by | December 29, 2023 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

    Story Time Preschool Story Time (ages 2-5): It’s all about the Letter D! Explore Dance, Dinosaurs, Dirt, Disguises, and Something NEW, Just For You! Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10:30 AM  Toddler Time (ages 10-23 months): Dive into the exciting world of dinosaurs with...
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    October Adult Book Club

    October Adult Book Club

    by | Oct 5, 2020 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 comments

    October Adult Book Club

    Join us on October 8th at 6:30 in the Community Room for a discussion of The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern. Keep an eye out for the two most emphasized foods in the book – we’ll be eating those as treats!

    Book club copies available at the Circulation desk.

    Visit the Book Club page

    Cooking the Books – Baking Yesteryear

    by | April 30, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Adult Makers Try Cooking the Books: Baking YesteryearOur Adult Makers had an extra sweet April activity that was a blast from the past! Cooking the Books follows a recent online trend of "Cookbook Clubs" that brings together chefs and readers alike. Our library...
    Read More

    May Programs for All Ages

    by | April 24, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

    Miss Wendy's Reading Tips & Tricks For ParentsAre you ready to make reading a fun adventure for your child this summer? Join us for Miss. Wendy's Reading Tips & Tricks for Parents class! Discover simple, game-like reading activities that will help strengthen...
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    Madison Library District 2022-2023 Statistics

    by | March 29, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

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    April 2024 Adult Activities

    by | March 29, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubJoin our Creative Writers Club (Ages 18+) on Wednesdays, April 3 & 17 at 6:00 PM in the Community Room! Share your literary gems with fellow storytelling enthusiasts and bond over love for the written word.Family Friendly FilmsGrab the popcorn...
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    Adult Activities March 2024

    by | March 1, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubJoin our Creative Writers Club (Ages 18+) on Wednesdays, March 6 & 20 at 6:00 PM in the Community Room! Share your literary gems with fellow storytelling enthusiasts and bond over love for the written word.Adult MakersAdult Makers! Join us on...
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    Adult Activities February 2024

    by | January 31, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    On The Same PageOn the Same Page is back and this year we're reading "Holes" by Louis Sachar! Join our big community read and pick up your free-to-keep kick-off kit from the circulation desk today!    Please, limit 1 book per household.Sploosh! Join us for an activity...
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    January Adult Activities

    by | December 29, 2023 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubJoin our Creative Writers Club (Ages 18+) on Wednesdays, January 3 & 17 at 6:00 PM in the Community Room! Share your literary gems with fellow storytelling enthusiasts and bond over love for the written word.Closed for Martin Luther King Jr....
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    Holiday Closures 2023

    by | December 18, 2023 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

    The Library will be closed Saturday - Tuesday, Dec. 23 - 26 for Christmas & Saturday - Monday, Dec. 30 - Jan. 1 for the New Year   No items are due when the Library is closed. Thank You! Have a safe and happy holidays!
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    Christmas Extravaganza!

    by | November 24, 2023 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

    Christmas is not just a day, it's a feeling! It's the joy that fills our hearts, the sparkle in our eyes, and the warmth we share with our family and friends. This year, everyone is invited to Madison Library District’s 14th Annual Christmas Extravaganza, a Christmas...
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    November Adult Activities

    by | October 30, 2023 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubShare your writing with other storytelling enthusiasts and make new friends! Join the Creative Writing Club for ages 18+. We will share our favorite piece and talk about why writing is our passion. This month we are meeting in the Community Room...
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    September Adult Makers

    September Adult Makers

    by | Sep 21, 2020 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 comments

    September Adult Makers

    Market Bags

    Join us by watching the video below to make your market bag!

    Watch Cathy's Demo

    Cooking the Books – Baking Yesteryear

    by | April 30, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Adult Makers Try Cooking the Books: Baking YesteryearOur Adult Makers had an extra sweet April activity that was a blast from the past! Cooking the Books follows a recent online trend of "Cookbook Clubs" that brings together chefs and readers alike. Our library...
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    May Programs for All Ages

    by | April 24, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

    Miss Wendy's Reading Tips & Tricks For ParentsAre you ready to make reading a fun adventure for your child this summer? Join us for Miss. Wendy's Reading Tips & Tricks for Parents class! Discover simple, game-like reading activities that will help strengthen...
    Read More

    Madison Library District 2022-2023 Statistics

    by | March 29, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

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    April 2024 Adult Activities

    by | March 29, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubJoin our Creative Writers Club (Ages 18+) on Wednesdays, April 3 & 17 at 6:00 PM in the Community Room! Share your literary gems with fellow storytelling enthusiasts and bond over love for the written word.Family Friendly FilmsGrab the popcorn...
    Read More

    Adult Activities March 2024

    by | March 1, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubJoin our Creative Writers Club (Ages 18+) on Wednesdays, March 6 & 20 at 6:00 PM in the Community Room! Share your literary gems with fellow storytelling enthusiasts and bond over love for the written word.Adult MakersAdult Makers! Join us on...
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    Adult Activities February 2024

    by | January 31, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    On The Same PageOn the Same Page is back and this year we're reading "Holes" by Louis Sachar! Join our big community read and pick up your free-to-keep kick-off kit from the circulation desk today!    Please, limit 1 book per household.Sploosh! Join us for an activity...
    Read More

    January Adult Activities

    by | December 29, 2023 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubJoin our Creative Writers Club (Ages 18+) on Wednesdays, January 3 & 17 at 6:00 PM in the Community Room! Share your literary gems with fellow storytelling enthusiasts and bond over love for the written word.Closed for Martin Luther King Jr....
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    Holiday Closures 2023

    by | December 18, 2023 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

    The Library will be closed Saturday - Tuesday, Dec. 23 - 26 for Christmas & Saturday - Monday, Dec. 30 - Jan. 1 for the New Year   No items are due when the Library is closed. Thank You! Have a safe and happy holidays!
    Read More

    Christmas Extravaganza!

    by | November 24, 2023 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

    Christmas is not just a day, it's a feeling! It's the joy that fills our hearts, the sparkle in our eyes, and the warmth we share with our family and friends. This year, everyone is invited to Madison Library District’s 14th Annual Christmas Extravaganza, a Christmas...
    Read More

    November Adult Activities

    by | October 30, 2023 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubShare your writing with other storytelling enthusiasts and make new friends! Join the Creative Writing Club for ages 18+. We will share our favorite piece and talk about why writing is our passion. This month we are meeting in the Community Room...
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