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Indigenous Foodways in the Great Lakes Region with Wild Bearies

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Available
Event Details:

Join the Wild Bearies for an in depth discussion focusing on Indigenous foodways in the Great Lakes region covering topics such as culturally relevant foods for the Ho-Chunk peoples and the importance of foraging and farming. 
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Math at Play

Math at Play! Pumpkin Fun!

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am

Program Type:

STEAM

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

~No school for the Monona Grove School District today~

UPDATE: DECORATE YOUR OWN PUMPKIN TO TAKE HOME - MATH STYLE! 

Stop by between 9:30 and 11:30 to learn about math and money literacy through play!

School Bus Preschool Storytime

School Bus Preschool Storytime!

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime on a Nelson's School Bus! 

Stay to explore the bus and take pictures behind the steering wheel!

No registration is needed. 

 

 

How to Affordably Stage Your Own Home for Living of Selling in brown text on a white background with a photo of a living room

How to Affordably Stage Your Own Home for Living or Selling

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Available
Event Details:

With LaRae Richard of The Cozy Home!

This session provides insight into how to stage your home for sale or for cozy living. Tips and tricks for creating light and space from a professional Designer using resale or thrifted items. 

Touch a Fire Truck!

Touch a FIRETRUCK!

Friday, October 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

No School for Monona Grove School District Students TODAY!

Stop by between 10 am and 11:30 am to explore a real FIRETRUCK and AMBULANCE!!

WI Science Festival Curiosity Cube

WI Science Festival: Curiosity Cube: Artificial Intelligence!

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm

Program Type:

STEAM

Age Group:

Children, Tweens, Teens, All Ages
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, All Ages
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

The Curiosity Cube is a retrofitted shipping container that has been transformed into a mobile science lab.

THIS YEAR'S THEME IS......ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE!! 

Ghost portrait program

Makerspace Kids: Ghost Portraits (ages 6-12)

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Available
Event Details:

Registration Required | Ages 6-12

Make a cute little ghost with the most! Create a dapper background and spackle on your ghost to make it look 3D. A treasure you'll want to hang year-round.

Teen Makerspace: 3D Snake Canvas poster for 10/18 at 1pm

Teen Makerspace: 3d Snake Canvas

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Available
Event Details:

Create a spooky 3D snake on cavas out of aluminum foil and paper mache. Add finishing touches with hot glue and paint. 

Bilingual Spanish Storytime with Samira Alvarez

Bilingual Spanish Storytime & Crafts with author Samira Alvarez!

Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Guest Speaker, Storytime

Age Group:

Children, Tweens, Teens, All Ages
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Forum Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Guest Speaker, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a special Spanish bilingual event inspired by author Samira Alvarez and her book “Así Respiro.”

Gaming Night: Luigi's Mansion 3 ScreamPark! (ages 8-13)

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Program Type:

Gaming

Age Group:

Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Ages 8-13
Join us for this special spooky Gaming Night where we will play 8 player co-op mini games in ScreamPark mode! Enjoy creepy tasty treats. Drop in program.

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Friday Morning Book Group

10:00am–11:30am
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Friday Morning Book Group focuses on thought-provoking and enjoyable reads in a variety of genres, including both fiction and non-fiction. Copies will be available at the library. Ebooks and Audiobooks are also available through Libby. 

On Friday, September 19, we will discuss West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutl

Indigenous Foodways in the Great Lakes Region with Wild Bearies

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Available
Event Details:

Join the Wild Bearies for an in depth discussion focusing on Indigenous foodways in the Great Lakes region covering topics such as culturally relevant foods for the Ho-Chunk peoples and the importance of foraging and farming. 
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Math at Play! Pumpkin Fun!

9:30am–11:30am
Children
STEAM
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

~No school for the Monona Grove School District today~

UPDATE: DECORATE YOUR OWN PUMPKIN TO TAKE HOME - MATH STYLE! 

Stop by between 9:30 and 11:30 to learn about math and money literacy through play!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Media Use

All participants in library programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Please contact library staff if you prefer to not be photographed

Baby & Toddler Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

A lap-sit storytime for our youngest patrons (ages 0-2 years old) and their caregivers.

Join us as we Sing, Talk, Read, and Play to build early literacy skills in a fun way! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Media Use

All participants in library programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Please contact library staff if you prefer to not be photographed

Toddler Playtime

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Play
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Play

PLAY! is such an important part of Early Literacy!

Join us for a fun open-ended experience where your toddler can practice social-emotional learning skills with friends. 

No registration is needed.

Free drop-in event.

 

Talk! Sing! Read! Write! Play!

www.everychildreadytoread.org

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Media Use

All participants in library programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Please contact library staff if you prefer to not be photographed

Walk-in Assistance with Community Social Worker

2:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Study Room D
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Individualized assistance with a community social worker from JFF. 

What is a JFFworker?

Book Scouts! (ages 6-8)

5:00pm–6:00pm
Children
Book Club
Closed
Registration Available
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Available
Event Details:

Registration Required | Ages 6-8

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals who require accommodation or other accessibility assistance in order to fully participate, please contact library staff one week prior to event.

Media Use

All participants in library programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Please contact library staff if you prefer to not be photographed

Eco-Action Tuesdays- What's the Buzz? Beeswax Food Wraps Workshop

6:30pm–7:45pm
Teens, Adults
Full
Registration Available
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Registration Available
Event Details:

In a world inundated with plastic wrap, one small step we can all take is to stop using this single-use, nonrecyclable product.

Wednesday Evening Book Club

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

New in 2025! 

School Bus Preschool Storytime!

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime on a Nelson's School Bus! 

Stay to explore the bus and take pictures behind the steering wheel!

No registration is needed. 

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Media Use

All participants in library programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Please contact library staff if you prefer to not be photographed

ArtStudio Kids! (ages 2-8)

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Ages 2-5 | Drop-In Event.

ArtStudio Kids is an open-ended, heart-led process art program! Each session, we focus on unique materials and techniques, rather than specific project outcomes to create a unique work of art. This allows children to explore their creativity, practice innovation, and learn through play.

We will occasionally feature artists from the community to come in and lead us in our artistic pursuits. Check each event listing for special guest announcements! This program can get MESSY! Dress accordingly!

Baby & Toddler Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

A lap-sit storytime for our youngest patrons (ages 0-2 years old) and their caregivers.

Join us as we Sing, Talk, Read, and Play to build early literacy skills in a fun way! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Media Use

All participants in library programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Please contact library staff if you prefer to not be photographed

Toddler Playtime

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Play
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Play

PLAY! is such an important part of Early Literacy!

Join us for a fun open-ended experience where your toddler can practice social-emotional learning skills with friends. 

No registration is needed.

Free drop-in event.

 

Talk! Sing! Read! Write! Play!

www.everychildreadytoread.org

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Media Use

All participants in library programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Please contact library staff if you prefer to not be photographed

How to Affordably Stage Your Own Home for Living or Selling

6:00pm–7:15pm
Adults
Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Available
Event Details:

With LaRae Richard of The Cozy Home!

This session provides insight into how to stage your home for sale or for cozy living. Tips and tricks for creating light and space from a professional Designer using resale or thrifted items. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals who require accommodation or other accessibility assistance in order to fully participate, please contact library staff one week prior to event.

Media Use

All participants in library programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Please contact library staff if you prefer to not be photographed

Preschool Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime

Enjoy 20-30 min of Storytime with Angelika as she reads books, sings songs, and shares early literacy tips. 

Ages 2-5 years old but younger and older siblings/friends are always welcome.

Our goal is to provide an opportunity to introduce children to reading and language in a fun way. 
 

No registration is needed.

Free drop-in program.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Media Use

All participants in library programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Please contact library staff if you prefer to not be photographed

Preschool Playtime

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Play
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Play
Event Details:

PLAY! is such an important part of Early Literacy!

Join us for a fun open-play experience where your preschooler can practice sharing and kindness with new friends. 

No registration is needed.

Free drop-in event.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Media Use

All participants in library programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Please contact library staff if you prefer to not be photographed

Scoops & Stories at Grand Crossing Park!

10:30am–11:15am
Children
Storytime
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Angelika, Youth Services Librarian, at GRAND CROSSING PARK for Storytime!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Media Use

All participants in library programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Please contact library staff if you prefer to not be photographed

Spirits and Séances: A Discussion on the Fox Sisters

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Forum Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Available
Event Details:

Victorian Spiritualism was fueled by over 600,000 dead Civil War soldiers leaving their loved ones behind who were searching for comfort from the beyond. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals who require accommodation or other accessibility assistance in order to fully participate, please contact library staff one week prior to event.

Media Use

All participants in library programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Please contact library staff if you prefer to not be photographed

Creating & Making Together: Intro to English Paper Piercing

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Available
Event Details:

Don’t get caught up in trying to create perfection. This program is about exploring new techniques and giving ourselves time to be creative! 

Get a quick introduction to the art of English Paper Piercing. This technique uses fabric covered over shapes of paper and then hand sewing these together. It’s a popular quilting technique for all sorts of projects! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals who require accommodation or other accessibility assistance in order to fully participate, please contact library staff one week prior to event.

Media Use

All participants in library programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Please contact library staff if you prefer to not be photographed

Members Only Shopping Hour - Friends of Monona Public Library Book Sale

9:00am–10:00am
All Ages
Other
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The first hour of the Friends of Monona Public Library's Book Sale is reserved for Members. Renew your membership or join at the sale!

Friends of Monona Public Library Annual Book Sale

9:00am–4:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Forum Room
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Annual Book Sale

Friends of Monona Public Library Annual Book Sale

1:00pm–4:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Forum Room
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Annual Book Sale

ArtStudio Kids! (ages 2-8)

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Ages 2-5 | Drop-In Event.

ArtStudio Kids is an open-ended, heart-led process art program! Each session, we focus on unique materials and techniques, rather than specific project outcomes to create a unique work of art. This allows children to explore their creativity, practice innovation, and learn through play.

We will occasionally feature artists from the community to come in and lead us in our artistic pursuits. Check each event listing for special guest announcements! This program can get MESSY! Dress accordingly!

Baby & Toddler Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

A lap-sit storytime for our youngest patrons (ages 0-2 years old) and their caregivers.

Join us as we Sing, Talk, Read, and Play to build early literacy skills in a fun way! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Media Use

All participants in library programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Please contact library staff if you prefer to not be photographed