Upcoming Events

Featured Events

Little Scientists Program

Little Scientists

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Program Type:

STEAM

Age Group:

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

SCIENCE Play for Little Ones!

Young scientists, ages 3 - 5 years old, will use their senses to explore the world around them!

Fun experiments, sensory play, and crafts encourage curiosity. 

Portrait of Emily Dickinson besides a photo of actress

An Intimate Evening with Emily Dickinson: "I Dwell in Possibility"

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Age Group:

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

Actress Betsey Means, of WomanLore, returns to perform as Emily Dickinson (1830-1886). Regarded as one of the greatest American poets, Emily Dickinson wrote poetry of tremendous power, questioning the nature of immortality and death.

Play Cafe

Play Cafe!

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 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:

Join us for an hour of open-ended play!

Free coffee for grownups! 

No registration is needed.

Free drop-in event.

 

 

Stories & Crafts with Pajnag

Stories & Crafts with Author Pajnag Moua!

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a special story and craft with local author Pajnag Moua!

Curious Critters Storytime

Curious Critters Storytime at Aldo Leopold Nature Center!

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Angelika, Youth Services Librarian, at Aldo Leopold Nature Center for Storytime!

Colorful bird images on green background

A Safer Migration: Reducing Songbird Collisions with Windows

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Age Group:

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

Over a billion birds die every year in the US after hitting windows, and almost half of those happen at homes. The good news is that the solutions are affordable and easy to implement!

Free Comic Book Day - May 2

Free Comic Book Day

All Day 5/2

Age Group:

All Ages
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Stop by to celebrate Free Comic Book Day at Monona Public Library! We will have *free* comic books to give away courtesy of Westfield Comics in Madison. (Quantities may be limited.)

Live Insect Discovery

Live Insect Discovery!

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Program Type:

Guest Speaker, STEAM

Age Group:

Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Monona Public Library
Room: Forum Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Guest Speaker, STEAM
Event Details:

Celebrate Remake Learning Days, a hands-on learning festival with Insect Ambassadors! 

See their special message below:

Scoops & Stories

Scoops & Stories at GRAND CROSSING PARK!

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

World Migratory Bird Day

World Migratory Bird Day at San Damiano Park

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Other

Age Group:

Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day, "Every Bird Counts – Your Observations Matter!" with the Monona Public Library and the Friends of San Damiano! 

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Play Cafe!

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

Join us for an hour of open-ended play!

Free coffee for grownups! 

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

Stories & Crafts with Author Pajnag Moua!

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

Join us for a special story and craft with local author Pajnag Moua!

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

Curious Critters Storytime at Aldo Leopold Nature Center!

9:30am–10:15am
Children
Storytime
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Angelika, Youth Services Librarian, at Aldo Leopold Nature Center 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

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

Stories & Crafts!

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

Join us for interactive stories and fun crafts!

Hands-on activities designed to develop the Five Early Literacy Practices that prepare your child to read. Let's talk, sing, read, write, and play together!  

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

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)

Scoops & Stories at Grand Crossing Park!

10:00am–10:45am
Children
Play, Storytime
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Play, Storytime
Event Details:

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

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.

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

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Monona Public Library
Description:

CLOSED SUNDAY

(Memorial Day - Labor Day)

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Monona Public Library
Description:

CLOSED SUNDAY

(Memorial Day - Labor Day)

Scoops & Stories at Grand Crossing Park!

10:00am–10:45am
Children
Play, Storytime
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Play, Storytime
Event Details:

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

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.

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

Story & Play!

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

 

Family Friendly Storytime followed by Open Play!

Back by popular demand, join us for this Summer Favorite!

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.

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

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Monona Public Library
Description:

CLOSED SUNDAY

(Memorial Day - Labor Day)

Curious Critters Storytime at Aldo Leopold Nature Center!

10:00am–10:45am
Children
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Join Angelika, Youth Services Librarian, at Aldo Leopold Nature Center for Storytime!

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.

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

Story & Play!

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

 

Family Friendly Storytime followed by Open Play!

Back by popular demand, join us for this Summer Favorite!

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.

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

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Monona Public Library
Description:

CLOSED SUNDAY

(Memorial Day - Labor Day)

Story & Play!

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

 

Family Friendly Storytime followed by Open Play!

Back by popular demand, join us for this Summer Favorite!

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.

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

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)

Scoops & Stories at Grand Crossing Park!

10:00am–10:45am
Children
Play, Storytime
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Play, Storytime
Event Details:

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

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.

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

Story & Play!

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

 

Family Friendly Storytime followed by Open Play!

Back by popular demand, join us for this Summer Favorite!

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.

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

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Monona Public Library
Description:

CLOSED SUNDAY

(Memorial Day - Labor Day)

Story & Play!

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

 

Family Friendly Storytime followed by Open Play!

Back by popular demand, join us for this Summer Favorite!

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.

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