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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, March 21, we will discuss The Personal Librarian by Mari

MINDFUL MOVEMENT YOGA STORYTIME

9:30am - 10:15am
Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

A family-friendly storytime focusing on yoga-inspired movements, and calm breathing techniques.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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

S.T.E.A.M. SATURDAY! Craft Stick Catapults!

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children
STEAM
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math activities for children ages 6 and up.

Create a craft stick catapult and see how far you can make your pom-pom friend fly!

Free, drop-in program.

No registration is necessary.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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

Monona History Club: Tailspin- The True Story of a Wisconsin WWII Veteran

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Guest Speaker
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Forum Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Guest Speaker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Wisconsin author John Armbruster will talk about his book Tailspin, the true story of Wisconsin World War II tail gunner, Gene Moran, who fell four miles through the sky and survived, only to wind up in enemy hands. 

ArtStudio Kids!

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

Ages 3-8 | 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!

Eco-Action Tuesdays - Climate Change Adaptation: Planning, Policy, and Education

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Teens, Adults
Guest Speaker
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Guest Speaker
Event Details:

Eco-Action Tuesdays is sponsored by MGE. Adults and teens are welcome to attend. There will be free refreshments and a door prize! 

UW Badger Talk Research Scientist Andrew R.

Snack & Story

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

A family-friendly storytime to help bring mind and body in balance at the end of the day. 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This program will have food. The library cannot guarantee that food served at the program has not come into contact with tree nuts, dairy, wheat, or other common allergens. Please contact the program organizer for details.  

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

Online Author Talk: Dreams We Chase: An Author Talk with Novelist Jennifer Weiner

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

This program takes place virtually. To register, follow this link: https://libraryc.org/mymononalibrary/upcoming

You’re invited to a glimmering conversation with New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Weiner as we chat about the signature emotional depth of her books that have been inspiring readers toward self-discovery for decades.

Wisconsin Film Festival Sneak Peek

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Teens, Adults
Movie
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Forum Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Get a glimpse of what’s screening at this year’s Wisconsin Film Festival (April 3-10, 2025) at your public library!

No School Friday: DIY 3-D Paper Sculptures!

10:00am - 11:00am
Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

No School for Monona Grove School District Students TODAY!

Stop by the Storyroom between 10 am and 11 am for DIY Crafts!

Create 3-D Paper Sculptures! 

ALL AGES! 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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

No School Monday: DIY Construction Zone!

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Event Details:

No School for Monona Grove School District Students TODAY!

Stop by the Storyroom between 10 am and 11 am for family-friendly building activities!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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

Old Farm Country Cookbook Presentation

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Return to an era when all food was local and farm to kitchen table. 

Online Author Talk: Wordsmith and Wonder: An Author Talk with Jodi Picoult

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

This program takes place virtually. To register, follow this link: https://libraryc.org/mymononalibrary/upcoming

Step into Spring with us as we chat with the highly acclaimed New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult about her newest novel, By Any Other Name. 

Tech Tutoring- Appt A

12:00pm - 12:30pm
Adults
Technology Class
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Study Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

12:00 - 12:30, In-person Appointment, Registration Required

Got a gadget that has you down? Have a tech challenge you need help with? Sign up for a free 30-minute help session with a library staff member! 

Tech Tutoring- Appt B

12:30pm - 1:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Study Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

12:30 - 1:00, In-person Appointment, Registration Required

Got a gadget that has you down? Have a tech challenge you need help with? Sign up for a free 30-minute help session with a library staff member! 

Tech Tutoring- Appt C

1:00pm - 1:30pm
Adults
Technology Class
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Study Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

1:00 - 1:30, In-person Appointment, Registration Required

Got a gadget that has you down? Have a tech challenge you need help with? Sign up for a free 30-minute help session with a library staff member! 

Tech Tutoring- Appt D

1:30pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Study Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

1:30 - 2:00, In-person Appointment, Registration Required

Got a gadget that has you down? Have a tech challenge you need help with? Sign up for a free 30-minute help session with a library staff member! 

Tech Tutoring- Appt E

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Technology Class
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Study Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

2:00 - 2:30, In-person Appointment, Registration Required

Got a gadget that has you down? Have a tech challenge you need help with? Sign up for a free 30-minute help session with a library staff member! 

Tech Tutoring- Appt F

2:30pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Study Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

2:30 - 3:00, In-person Appointment, Registration Required

Got a gadget that has you down? Have a tech challenge you need help with? Sign up for a free 30-minute help session with a library staff member! 

Scoops & Stories at Grand Crossing Park!

10:30am - 11:00am
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)

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.

Nature Playgroup

9:30am - 10:15am
Children
Other
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other

It is an excellent way for children and their adults to socialize. We meet in the green space outside the children's area entrance off of Schluter Road.

Activities may include but are not limited to open-ended play, blocks, storytelling, puppets, scavenger hunts, crafts, and more! 

Ages 2-6 but younger and older siblings/friends are always welcome. If the weather is questionable (too cold/chance of storms/other advisories), we move our nature-themed activities into the storyroom.

Please click the REMIND ME icon above the program description for updates.

Drop-in!

No registration is needed. We meet all year long!


 


 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Online Author Talk: The Stories, Science, and History of Trees with Smithsonian Gardens Greenhouse Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

This program takes place virtually. To register, follow this link: https://libraryc.org/mymononalibrary/upcoming

Join us as Smithsonian Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming, guides us through the secret world of trees as is revealed in the beautiful and absorbing guide to the giants of the plant world—The Tree Book: The Stories, Science, and History of Trees

Graphic Novel Book Club (ages 9-13)

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Tweens
Book Club
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3

NEW to Graphic Novel Book Club: PLEASE REGISTER for this series throught the calendar to attend! You will register once for the entirety of the series.

Books ready at the front desk after each meeting for checkout--if you miss a book club, just stop at the main desk for our next read!

Join us for an awesome Graphic Novel reading adventure! Each session, we will discuss a pre-selected book, enjoy a snack, and complete an activity related to our book selection!

For parents: Despite contrary belief, research has shown that Graphic Novels are incredibly beneficial to children and their literacy skills! Graphic novels often contain more advanced vocabulary than chapter books, are helpful to readers with dyslexia, and are a way to encourage reluctant readers to engage in reading.

Busy Bee Baby Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime

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

Join us for 15 - 20 minutes of fun singing, rhymes, fingerplays, and reading together! 

Siblings and friends are welcome. 

No registration is needed.

Free drop-in event.

Disclaimer(s)

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.