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Toddler Time
Toddler Time
January 5, 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.
Additional activities and links will be available after the program on the Madison Library District Book Babies blog.
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Spanish Storytime
Spanish Storytime
January 5, 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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Toddler Time
Toddler Time
January 6, 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
Storytime
January 6, 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
Kid 'n Tween Tuesday STEAM
January 6, 2026 from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
For kids & tweens ages 6-11 with an accompanying adult. Come to the library and participate in an activity that's about science, technology, engineering, art or math!
For this activity, we will learn about hibernation and make our own thermometers.
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After Dinner Storytime
After Dinner Storytime
January 6, 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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Book Babies
Book Babies
January 7, 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
Storytime
January 7, 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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Free Family Friendly Films
Free Family Friendly Films
January 9, 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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Toddler Time
Toddler Time
January 12, 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.
Additional activities and links will be available after the program on the Madison Library District Book Babies blog.
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Spanish Storytime
Spanish Storytime
January 12, 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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Toddler Time
Toddler Time
January 13, 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
Storytime
January 13, 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 - LEGOs!
Kid 'n Tween Tuesday STEAM - LEGOs!
January 13, 2026 from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
For kids & tweens ages 6–11 (with an adult sidekick!)
Join us at the library for a STEAM-powered building challenge—where Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math meet creativity!
Can you meet the challenge to create a structure that will absorb the force of a cookie dropped from two feet and three feet in the air? Will it stay in one piece, or will you get to eat crumbs? Use your engineering design brain to figure out this cookie drop challenge!
Big thanks to The Lego Librarian for inspiring this awesome LEGO challenge!
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After Dinner Storytime
After Dinner Storytime
January 13, 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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Book Babies
Book Babies
January 14, 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
Storytime
January 14, 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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Great Reads for Girls Club - The Wide-Awake Princess
Great Reads for Girls Club - The Wide-Awake Princess
January 15, 2026 from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
**Books for Boys Club: Adventure, Crafts, and Treats!**
Join the Great Reads for Girls Club for thrilling stories, creative projects, and yummy treats. Each month, we explore a new book, discuss favorite parts, and create crafts inspired by the story. Enjoy a snack and make new friends!
- Book Chat: Share thoughts and make friends.
- Hands-On Fun: Creative crafts or STEM projects.
- Treat Time: Snack while showing off creations.
For this book party, we will read, The Wide-Awake Princess by E.D. Baker. Copies available for checkout after 11/13/2025.
Sign up for notifications here to join the fun! For girls 8-11 with an adult.
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Toddler Time
Toddler Time
January 20, 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
Storytime
January 20, 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
Kid 'n Tween Tuesday STEAM
January 20, 2026 from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Calling all kids & tweens ages 6–11! (Bring a favorite adult along for the ride!)
Get ready to shake things up at the library with a special STEAM adventure! Join Cheryl Kimber from Idaho Public Television & PBS Kids as she guides us through an exciting, hands-on exploration of the science behind earthquakes. You won't just learn about them—you'll experience the science in action.
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After Dinner Storytime
After Dinner Storytime
January 20, 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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Book Babies
Book Babies
January 21, 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
Storytime
January 21, 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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Books for Boys Club - Awesome Minds: The Inventors of LEGO Toys
Books for Boys Club - Awesome Minds: The Inventors of LEGO Toys
January 22, 2026 from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
**Books for Boys Club: Adventure, Crafts, and Treats!**
Join the Books for Boys Club for thrilling stories, creative projects, and yummy treats. Each month, we explore a new book, discuss favorite parts, and create crafts inspired by the story. Enjoy a snack and make new friends!
- Book Chat: Share thoughts and make friends.
- Hands-On Fun: Creative crafts or STEM projects.
- Treat Time: Snack while showing off creations.
For this book party, we will read, Awesome Minds: The Inventors of LEGO Toys by Erin Hager. Copies available for checkout after 11/13/2025.
Sign up for notifications here to join the fun! For boys 8-11 with an adult.
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Free Family Friendly Films
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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Toddler Time
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.
Additional activities and links will be available after the program on the Madison Library District Book Babies blog.
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Spanish Storytime
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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Toddler Time
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
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
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
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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Book Babies
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
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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