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Perler Bead Club

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Available

Registration Required for each session. Ages 8-14

Join Carolyn for this monthly club to make your own Perler Bead creations! Create a special project each week, or work on your own design! You will need to register for each session individually.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Wednesday Evening Book Club

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

New in 2025! 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Friendly Foxes 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)

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

This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool 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-play experience where your preschooler 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)

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

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Monona Public Library
Description:

CLOSED SUNDAY

(Memorial Day - Labor Day)

This event is in the "Children" group.

ArtStudio Kids! (ages 3-8)

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!

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Pipe Cleaner Pals! (ages 6 -14)

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Available
Event Details:

Registration Required | Ages 6-14

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

CAMP LIBRARY - Stuffie Sleepover Storytime!

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Children, All Ages
Storytime
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Details coming soon!

Check in your stuffie at "CAMP LIBRARY" for a fun overnight stay!

Meet us in the storyroom with your stuffed toy for a snack and story before checking your stuffie in for the night! 

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

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Makerspace Kids: Cutie Cross Stitch Keychains! (ages 6-12)

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Registration Required | Ages 6-12

Use perler bead patterns to make super simple, cute cross-stitch keychains on plastic canvas! Participants can turn their creation into either a keychain or phone charm.

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Monona Public Library
Description:

MONONA PUBLIC LIBRARY - CLOSED ALL DAY

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Monona Public Library
Description:

CLOSED SUNDAY

(Memorial Day - Labor Day)

This event is in the "Children" group.

ArtStudio Kids! (ages 3-8)

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!

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Pipe Cleaner Pals! (ages 6 -14)

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Available
Event Details:

Registration Required | Ages 6-14

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

This event is in the "Children" group.

Scoops & Stories at Grand Crossing Park!

10:00am - 10:45am
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.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Graphic Novel Book Club (ages 9-13)

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Tweens
Book Club
Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Available

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Busy Bee Baby Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
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.

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

This event is in the "Children" group.

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-play 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)

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

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Makerspace Kids: Wired Word Sign (ages 6-12)

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Registration Required | Ages 6-12

Sketch out your word, shape your wire, and wrap your yarn for a super cute word sign for your room!

This event is in the "Children" group.

Friendly Foxes 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)

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

This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool 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-play experience where your preschooler 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)

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

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Spidey & Friends Superhero Spectacular!

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, All Ages
Performance, Storytime
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Forum Room
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Performance, Storytime
Event Details:

Webs up, Spiders! Meet the full Spidey Team: Spidey, Ghost Spider, and Spin! Gear up for storytime, exciting superhero lessons, and meet & greet photo opportunities. After the show, enjoy crafts, sweet treats, and more!

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

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Monona Public Library
Description:

CLOSED SUNDAY

(Memorial Day - Labor Day)

This event is in the "Children" group.

ArtStudio Kids! (ages 3-8)

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!

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Pipe Cleaner Pals! (ages 6 -14)

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Municipal Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Available
Event Details:

Registration Required | Ages 6-14

Disclaimer(s)

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

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