Library Hours
Monday–Friday, 10 am–8 pm
Saturday, 9 am–5 pm
Sunday, 1–5 pm
See all library hours at madpl.org/locations. Check madisonpubliclibrary.org/calendar for the most up–to–date information on programs and services.
Baby Storytime
Tuesdays, Feb. 4, 11, 25, 10:30–11:30 am
Read and play with your favorite baby (birth–17 mo.). Reading, singing, talking and playing with your baby from the beginning is important because the roots of language develop in a baby’s brain even before they can talk. Library programs are always free. Siblings and childcare groups are welcome.
Lakeview Play Date
Thursdays, Feb. 27 and March 27, 10–11:30 am
Saturday, March 8, 9:30–11:30 am
Join other neighborhood families for a casual library playdate for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. We’ll feature open-ended play materials and lots of books. Siblings are welcome.
Multi-age Storytime
Thursdays, Feb. 13 and March 6–20, 10:30–11:30 am
Read and play together with children ages 5 and under. Engaging with books, songs and playful experiences help children develop communication skills, patience, empathy, and pre-reading skills. Library programs are always free. Siblings and childcare groups are welcome.
Art for Little Ones
Thursday, Feb. 20, 10:30–11:30 am
Join artist Amy Mietzel for hands-on art activities inspired by picture books. We’ll start by reading a book aloud, then create art using unique materials and fun supplies. Additional books that fit the theme will also be available for caregivers and youth to read together and check-out. For ages 2–5. Siblings and groups are welcome.
After-School Art with Amy
Wednesdays, Feb. 5–26, 4:30–5:30 pm
Join local artist Amy Mietzel for hands-on art projects.
We Read to a Dog
Mondays, Feb. 24 and March 24, 3–4 pm
Read aloud to a furry friend from Alliance of Therapy Dogs at Lakeview Library. Bring a favorite book or try a new one from our collection. First come, first served.
LEGO Club
Saturday, March 15, 9:30–11:30 am
Are you a kid who loves LEGOs? Do you enjoy engineering and designing LEGO creations? Join us for LEGO Club. The library will provide LEGOs, and you provide the imagination. No registration is required. LEGOs will have to stay at the library, so bring a camera to capture your creations.
Minecraft Club
Mondays, Feb. 3–March 31, 4–5:30 pm
Play Minecraft in both survival and creative worlds. There is a limited number of computers, so participants will sign up for a 45-minute turn, beginning at 4 pm or 4:45 pm.
Tween + Teen Time
Fridays, Feb. 14 and March 14, 5–7 pm
Drop-in and join other tweens and teens for games, snacks, art projects and community. This event is free and open to tweens and teens 10 years and older.
Munch Mobile Lunch Van
Thursdays, Feb. 6–March 27, 3:05–3:25 pm
The Munch Mobile Lunch Van will make a stop at Lakeview Library on Thursdays. All people in and around the library can get a free lunch.
Chair Yoga & Gentle Movement for Older Adults
Mondays, Feb. 3–24, 10:30–11:15 am
Join Kim for a chair yoga and gentle movement class focusing on range of motion, breathing, and balance. Movements will be performed either sitting in a chair or standing. Go online or call 608-246-4547 to register two weeks before each program date.
Tax Assistance
Wednesdays, Feb. 5–March 26, 12:30–4 pm
Fridays, Feb. 7–March 28, 12:30–-4 pm
Free assistance from VITA volunteers to help you fill out and file your Wisconsin and Federal personal income taxes. Call 608-246-4547 to reserve a half-hour appointment.
First Friday Films
Fridays, Feb. 7 and March 7, 6–8 pm
Join us for film night on the first Friday of each month. Selections include feature-length films, documentaries and shorts. In February we will watch “The Inspection” and in March “Past Lives.” Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Cooking with Chef Paul: Plant-Based Meals
Thursday, Feb. 13, 6:30–7:30 pm
Join Chef Paul to explore the unlimited choices of plant-based meals. Registration begins January 30.
Board Game Café
Mondays, Feb. 17 and March 17, 6–8 pm
Join friends and neighbors for a game night. Revisit old favorites or try something brand new from the library’s collection of board games and card games. Beverages and snacks will be provided.
Fourth Friday Poetry Group
Fridays, Feb. 28 and March 28, 1–2 pm
Come to read; come to listen; come to celebrate poetry with this group of fellow poets and poetry aficionados.
Scrabble at the Library
Wednesdays, Feb. 5–26 and March 5–26, 10 am–12 pm
Attention word lovers: exercise your brain by playing Scrabble with other adults.
Knitting at the Library
Wednesdays, Feb. 5–26 and March 5–26, 6–8 pm
Drop in knitting: Learn a new craft or work on that unfinished project with other neighborhood knitters.
Madison Writing Assistance
Mondays, Feb. 3–24, March 3–17 and March 31, 4–7 pm
The Madison Writing Assistance program offers free, one-to-one writing support by appointment. Our writing coaches are happy to help with writing projects, including resumes, cover letters, application essays, grant proposals, fiction writing, memoirs and more.
Application Assistance
Tuesdays, Feb. 4–25 and March 4–25, 2–5 pm
In partnership with the City of Madison and Madison Public Library, The African Center for Community Development provides assistance with filling out applications and forms related to jobs, housing, immigration, food, health and other community support services.
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wednesdays, Feb. 5–26 and March 5–26, 5:30–7:30 pm
Need help with basic computer or Internet skills? Looking for assistance with using a smart phone or downloading library eBooks and audiobooks? We offer free one-on-one sessions on Wednesdays. Call 608-246-4547 to make an appointment.
BOOK DISCUSSIONS
Read the book and join the discussion. New members are always welcome. Check the library calendar or call for details — some discussions are online events.
NewBridge Book Discussions
First Wednesdays, 10–11 am
Feb. 5 – “The Librarianist” by Patrick deWitt
March 5 – “The Map of Salt and Stars” by Zeyn Joukhadar
Lakeview Book Discussion
First Thursdays, 6:30–8 pm
Feb. 6 – “The Weight of Ink” by Rachel Kadish
March 6 – “Crying in H Mart” by Michelle Zauner
Mystery Book Group Discussion
Third Thursdays, 5:30–7 pm
Feb. 20 – “The River We Remember” by William Kent Krueger
March 20 – “The Family Chao” by Lan Samantha Chang
