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Fall Storytimes
September 3-October 20
Bouncing Babies (0-9 months)
Wednesdays, 12:00 -12:45 pm, Main Library
Little Movers (10-23 months)
Join us for fun books, rhymes, and songs in this storytime.
Tuesdays, 10:30 - 11:15 am, South Library
Wednesdays, 9:30 - 10:15 am, Main Library
Terrific Twos (2 years)
Thursdays, 10:30 - 11:15 am, Main Library
Family Storytime (all ages)
Join us for fun books, rhymes, and songs in this storytime for all ages.
Wednesdays, 10:30 -11:15 am, South Library
Thursdays, 9:30 -10:15 am, Main Library
Saturdays, 10:30 - 11:15 am, Main Library
Play Shoppe--Presented by The Parenting Place
Mondays, 9:30-11 AM, North Community Library
Fall Preschool Programs
Caregiver and Parent Workshop
Monday, September 16, 5:30-7:30 Main Library
The Caldecott and the Newbery are two of the oldest and best-known awards presented in children’s literature, but did you know that the American Library Association presents more than 20 additional awards each year? Join us as we discuss these and other notable awards and discover some methods for sharing select titles with the children in your life! Childcare professionals will receive a two-hour state registry certificate. Pizza will be provided. For additional information, please contact the Youth Services Department at 608-789-7128.
Polka Tots
Friday, September 27 10:30-11:30 Main Library
Come for all things polka at the library’s family-friendly Oktoberfest party. Learn the chicken dance, make autumn crafts, and enjoy a pretzel necklace. For all ages.
Monster Mash
Wednesday, October 23, 10:30-11:30, South Library
Calling all monsters! You’re invited to a “not-so-spooky” celebration with crafts, activities, and treats that feature fun-loving monsters. Best for ages 0 to 5.
Girls Who Code
Mondays, October 7-November 25, 4:30-6 pm, Training Room, Main Library
Want to learn how to build an app, design a video game, and change the world through code? Join our FREE Girls Who Code Club for an amazing 8-week program! This sisterhood of supportive peers and role models is perfect for middle and high school girls who are ready to make an impact in their community. No experience necessary! Registration is REQUIRED and begins Monday, September 23. Please call 608-789-7128 to register. For girls in grades 6-12.
Fall School Age Programs
Junior Volunteer Celebration and Orientation
Thursday, September 26, 4-5pm, Main Library
Rising third graders through fifth graders are invited to become our newest Junior Volunteers! Join us for an orientation AND a celebration thanking our current volunteers. We will offer an overview of the program, current volunteers will lead a tour and answer questions, and afterward, everyone can enjoy snacks and board games together! For students going into grades 3-6
Lego Club
Tuesday, September 3, 3:30-4:30 pm North Community Library
Thursday, September 5, 3:30-4:30 pm South Community Library
Do you love LEGOS? Whether you're a first time LEGO explorer or a master builder, we want you! Be inspired by the monthly theme or build whatever your heart desires. For children of all ages.
Tech Tuesdays
Tuesday, September 10, 3:30-5 pm, Main Library
Drop in the second Tuesday of the month to explore fun apps, tech gadgets, coding, and more! Each session will have different activities to try and problems to solve. Best for ages 8 and up.
Boredom Busters
Tuesday, September 17, 3:30-4:30, South Community Library
Thursday, September 19, 3:30-4:30, North Community Library
Do you need something fun to do after school? We've got you covered with our monthly boredom busters. Will it be games? A craft? A different surprise? Join us to discover what we're doing this month. Best for school age children.
Homeschool Hangout NEW!
Friday, September 20, 11:00-12:00 pm
Slime, volcanoes, vacuums, and explosions! Come learn about the science behind some of our favorite kitchen experiments! This hands on- interactive program is great for all ages of home-schooled students but is best for those who can work independently or with minimal help from their adult.
Books, Buildings, and Bites: School Days NEW!
Saturday, September 28 at 2 p.m. Main Library
Do you like listening to stories? Do you like making things? How about snacks? If you answered “Yes!” to any of these questions, join us at the library for an afternoon of reading, crafting, and noshing. As you nibble or create, listen to chapters or short stories from titles in that month’s genre. Perhaps you’ll hear something new or get ideas for your next great read! For grades 3 through 5.
Lego Club
Tuesday, October 1, 3:30-4:30 pm North Community Library
Thursday, October 3, 3:30-4:30 pm South Community Library
Do you love LEGOS? Whether you're a first time LEGO explorer or a master builder, we want you! Be inspired by the monthly theme or build whatever your heart desires. For children of all ages.
Tech Tuesdays
Tuesday, October 8, 3:30-5 pm, Main Library
Drop in the second Tuesday of the month to explore fun apps, tech gadgets, coding, and more! Each session will have different activities to try and problems to solve. Best for ages 8 and up.
World Cup of Candy
Monday, October 14 3:00-4:00 pm, Main Library
How much do you know about the candy kids enjoy in Sweden? Mexico? Japan? Come try out jalapeno lollipops, salty licorice, chocolate covered insects and more at this taste testing extravaganza! We will rate our favorites and publish our very scientific results! Best for ages 7 and up.
Boredom Busters
Tuesday, October 15, 3:30-4:30, South Community Library
Thursday, October 17, 3:30-4:30, North Community Library
Do you need something fun to do after school? We've got you covered with our monthly boredom busters. Will it be games? A craft? A different surprise? Join us to discover what we're doing this month. Best for school age children.
Homeschool Hangout NEW!
Friday, October 18, 11:00-12:00 pm
Nick from My Shop Maker Space will provide this activity! We will build our very own wooden birdhouses together. This hands-on, interactive program is great for all ages of home-schooled students but is best for those who can work independently or with minimal help from their adult.
Books, Buildings, and Bites: Spooky Tales NEW!
Saturday, October 26 at 2 p.m. Main Library
Do you like listening to stories? Do you like making things? How about snacks? If you answered “Yes!” to any of these questions, join us at the library for an afternoon of reading, crafting, and noshing. As you nibble or create, listen to chapters or short stories from titles in that month’s genre. Perhaps you’ll hear something new or get ideas for your next great read! For grades 3 through 5.