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Bilingual Story & Bracelet Making Workshop

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am

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Arts & Crafts, Guest Speaker, Storytime

Age Group:

Children, Tweens, Teens, All Ages

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Library Branch: Monona Public Library

Room: Forum Room

Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Guest Speaker, Storytime

Event Details:

Bilingual Story & Bracelet-Making Workshop
Cuento y taller bilingüe para hacer pulseras

Teen Makerspace: Gift Giving: Macrame Coasters 12/20/25 at 1pm

Teen Makerspace: Macrame Costers

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Tweens, Teens

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Library Branch: Monona Public Library

Room: Municipal Room

Age Group: Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Available

Event Details:

Make a set of two macrame coasters perfect for the gift giving season! These coasters are perfect for a hot cup of cocoa with there eye-catching accent colors. Teens will be walked through how to make the first coaster step-by-step.

Curious Critters Storytime at Aldo Leopold Nature Center!

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Children

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Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Storytime

Event Details:

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

Winter Stories & Craft!

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Age Group:

Children, Tweens, All Ages

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Library Branch: Monona Public Library

Room: Municipal Room

Age Group: Children, Tweens, All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime

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Join us in the Municipal Room for Winter Break Fun!

Listen to seasonal stories as you work on crafts.

Children of all ages are welcome.

Bluey Stories & Craft!

Friday, December 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Age Group:

Children

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Library Branch: Monona Public Library

Room: Municipal Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Event Details:

Calling all Bluey fans!

Listen to stories and music, check out books, and work on a fun Bluey craft!

Latex allergy alert: *Balloons will be used during storytime*

Construction Zone Stories & Play!

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Program Type:

Play, Storytime

Age Group:

Children

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Library Branch: Monona Public Library

Room: Forum Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Play, Storytime

Event Details:

Calling all construction enthusiasts!

Join us in the Forum room for some serious fun!

Listen to stories, music, build, and play!

Drop-in starting at 10 am.

Music, Stories, Dance, & Play! With Madison Contemporary Dance

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Program Type:

Guest Speaker, Play, Storytime

Age Group:

Children

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Library Branch: Monona Public Library

Room: Forum Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Guest Speaker, Play, Storytime

Event Details:

Join Sara Rohs from Madison Contemporary Dance for a fun program filled with Music, Stories, Dancing, and Playtime!

Makerspace: Giant Friendship Bracelet Garlands! (ages 6-14)

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Children, Tweens

Open

Library Branch: Monona Public Library

Room: Municipal Room

Age Group: Children, Tweens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Available

Event Details:

Come make a personalized, giant friendship bracelet garland! We will use 6" upholstery needles to string ball pit balls as beads, along with lettered foam discs.

Yoga Stories & Bubble Play!

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Program Type:

Play, Storytime

Age Group:

Children

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Library Branch: Monona Public Library

Room: Forum Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Play, Storytime

Event Details:

Join us for interactive yoga stories filled with bubble fun!

Scoops & Stories at the ICE RINK!

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Children

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Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Storytime

Event Details:

Join Angelika, Youth Services Librarian, at GRAND CROSSING PARK for Storytime inside the Below Deck Concession Stand.

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All Day	Closing Library Closed All Day Branches: Monona Public Library Description: CLOSED SUNDAY (Memorial Day - Labor Day)
10 am		This event is in the "Children" group ArtStudio Kids! (ages 3-8) 10:00am–11:00am Children Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 Scoops & Yoga Storytime at Grand Crossing Park! 10:00am–10:45am Children Storytime Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Join Angelika, Youth Services Librarian, at GRAND CROSSING PARK for Yoga 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	This event is in the "Children" group Babies and Toddler Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Children Storytime This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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) 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 This event is in the "Children" group Toddler Playtime 10:30am–11:00am Children Play This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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	This event is in the "Children" group Preschool Storytime "I-Spy YELLOW" 10:00am–10:30am Children Storytime This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Monona Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime Event Details: 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. 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 This event is in the "Children" group Preschool Playtime 10:30am–11:00am Children Play This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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) 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
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1 pm		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 Closed Registration Available This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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) 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	This event is in the "Children" group Color & Science Magic with UW Wonders of Physics! Ages 6+ 1:00pm–2:00pm Children This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Monona Public Library Room: Municipal Room Age Group: Children Event Details: Special guests from the University of Wisconsin-Madison Wonders of Physics will showcase cool demonstrations, followed by a hands-on activity! 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 This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Makerspace Clay Tic-Tac-Toe 2 1:00pm–3:00pm Tweens, Teens Closed Registration Available This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Monona Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Tweens, Teens Registration Available This event is in the "Adults" group Memory Screening 1:00pm–4:00pm Adults Health & Wellness This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Monona Public Library Room: Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Are you concerned about your memory? Some changes can be normal as we age, but significant memory loss is not a normal part of aging.	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Makerspace Kids: Mosaic Picture Frame! (ages 6-12) 1:00pm–3:00pm Children, Tweens Arts & Crafts Closed Registration Available This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 picture frame adorned with colorful mosaic tiles. This is a great gift, or a great way to frame your favorite picture!
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3 pm				This event is in the "Tweens" group Perler Bead Club 3:00pm–5:00pm Tweens Arts & Crafts Closed Registration Available This event is in the "Tweens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
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6 pm			This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Eco-Action Tuesdays- EV 101 6:30pm–7:45pm Tweens, Teens, Adults Closed Registration Available This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Monona Public Library Room: Municipal Room Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults Registration Available Event Details: Are you interested in learning more about EVs (Electric Vehicles)? Join us for Madison Gas and Electric’s “EV 101” on Thursday, July 22 , 6:30-8 PM at Monona Public Library!	This event is in the "Adults" group Wednesday Evening Book Club 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Book Club This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Monona Public Library Room: Municipal Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: New in 2025!
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8 pm					This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Smash Bros Gaming Night @ Grand Crossing Park! (ages 8-13) 8:30pm–9:30pm Tweens, Teens Gaming Closed Registration Available Offsite Event This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Tweens, Teens Program Type: Gaming Registration Available Event Details: Ages 8-13. To play, registration is required. Disclaimer(s) 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

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