PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES Some programs require pre-registration. To register for these free programs, use the online link in the program description below, or call 608-827-7402, email info@midlibrary.org, or stop by at the library's upper level Service Desk. Subscribe to News on Children's Programs for Email Delivery
Kindermusik Friday April 17 at 10:00am Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Kindermusik
Friday, April 17, 10-10:30am (Ages 0-7)
Kindermusik is a music- and movement-based class for children ages 0-7 and their caregivers. With a focus on whole-child development, Kindermusik grows brains, strengthens bonds, and is a lot of fun!
If you need accommodations to attend this event, please contact info@midlibrary.org or 608-827-7403.
Wonderland Tea Party Monday April 20 at 10:00am Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Wonderland Tea Party (Ages 4-9)
Monday, April 20, 10am
Don your best Wonderland party clothes, and join us for a delightful morning of tea, treats, and crafts.
Registration required. Ages 4-9. Please sign up for only one session.
Wonderland Tea Party Monday April 20 at 11:00am Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Monday, April 20, 11am
Preschool Storytime Tuesday April 21 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-6)
Tuesdays 9:30am & 10:30am
Stories, songs, movement activities and more! This storytime will consist of longer books, movement songs, and early literacy skills.
Ages are only recommendations. Everyone is invited to attend whatever storytime works best for them.
Preschool Storytime Tuesday April 21 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Baby Bounce and Bubbles Wednesday April 22 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Baby Bounce & Bubbles
Every other Wednesday April through August
Short stories, nursery rhymes, songs and lap bounces designed specially for pre-walkers.
Midweek Makerspace Wednesday April 22 at 3:30pm In the Main Level Programming Room
Midweek Makerspace (Grades 1-5)
Wednesday, April 22, 3:30-4:30pm
Build and decorate a cookie coop for your Peep chick! Graham crackers, frosting, candy decorations, and marshmallow Peeps will be provided - you bring your imagination!
Open to grades 1-5.
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday April 23 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Tiny Tots Storytime (Ages 0-3)
Thursdays, 9:30 & 10:30am
Come for stories, songs, dancing, and more! This storytime will consist of shorter books, fun songs, playful rhymes, and early literacy skills.
Ages are recommendations only. Everyone is invited to attend whatever storytime works best for them.
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday April 23 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Chess Club Thursday April 23 at 5:30pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Chess Club (Ages 7 & up)
Thursday, April 23 @ 5:30pm
Whether you're a seasoned player, or just learning the basics, Chess Club offers a relaxed environment for you to sharpen your skills. Each session will begin with a chess lesson from a coach from Growth Chess and end with time for you to try out what you've learned.
Registration required.
BOOKMOBILE: Earth Day Every Day - Program for All Ages / Everyone Saturday April 25 at 10:00am
Visit the Middleton Public Library at the Earth Day Every Day Fair, Saturday, April 26 from 10-2pm at Middleton Community Church (645 Schewe Road)
This family-friendly event includes live music, activities for kids, as well as exhibitors, speakers, and owner-shown electric cars! Lunch & ice cream will be available for purchase from local food trucks.
The Middleton Library Bookmobile will be there and kids can choose a free book to keep!
1000 Books Before Kindergarten Sunday April 26 at 12:00am Sign-up Required - Click Here to Register Online! Outside the Library
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
**This is not an in person event**
Register here for the at home self-paced 1000 Books Before Kindergarten reading program.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten encourages family time and promotes early literacy through reading. The simple and enjoyable act of reading to children helps them learn pre-reading skills such as phonetic awareness and vocabulary building.
Registration includes a keepsake 1000 Books Before Kindergarten journal, stickers for each 100 books read, early literacy information and more!
Registration Required.
Storytime with Madison Ballet Monday April 27 at 10:00am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Storytime with Madison Ballet (Ages 3-5)
Monday, April 27, 10am
Join us for a joyful, interactive program that brings the beloved book, Giraffes Can’t Dance, to life through movement and imagination. Children and families will enjoy a narrated storytime with felt characters, followed by a playful ballet lesson where young movers learn simple ballet steps.
'Tween Book Club: The Adventure is Now Monday April 27 at 6:00pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
'Tween Book Club: The Adventure is Now (Ages 9-12)
Monday, April 27 @ 6pm
Sometimes it's hard to be Milton P. Greene. He says all the wrong things, his family is falling apart, and everyone at school avoids him because of the super embarrassing Bird Brain incident. But, when Milton plays the video game Isle of Wild, he becomes someone else - Sea Hawk, the brave and brilliant naturalist explorer who conquers danger at every turn.
Registration required. Free book to first 20 registrants.
Preschool Storytime Tuesday April 28 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Preschool Storytime Tuesday April 28 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Minecraft Club Tuesday April 28 at 6:00pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the Main Level Computer Area
Come do some mining and crafting! Whether you prefer creative mode, survival mode, or creative coding cheats, you're sure to have fun!
No experience needed, everyone is welcome.
Registration required, ages 8-13.
Sensory Stations Wednesday April 29 at 9:30am In the Main Level Programming Room
Sensory Stations (Ages 1-5)
Wednesdays, April 29 & May 13, 9:30-10:30am
Sensory play helps children experience the world around them using their five senses. It supports healthy brain development, encourages new vocabulary, builds fine and gross motor skills, and it's fun! Drop in for some thematic sensory activities this month.
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday April 30 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday April 30 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
CI Pediatric Therapy Playgroup Friday May 1 at 10:00am In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
CI Pediatric Therapy Playgroup
Friday, May 1, 10am
This drop-in playgroup is for caregivers and children (birth to three years old) to explore and practice social, developmental, and play skills in a fun environment with peers! CI staff will be present to facilitate play as well as to answer any questions regarding your child's development.
Tutu School Pirouette Playdate Monday May 4 at 10:00am Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Tutu School Pirouette Playdate (Ages 1.5 - 5)
Monday, May 4 @ 10am
Join us for a magical toddler-friendly ballet class filled with twirls, gentle movement, and imaginative play. Little dancers will enjoy ballet, storytime, fun games, and a sprinkle of Tutu School whimsy, all designed to spark joy, creativity and confidence.
Registration required. Please register only the children attending.
Preschool Storytime Tuesday May 5 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Preschool Storytime Tuesday May 5 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Baby Bounce and Bubbles Wednesday May 6 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Midweek Makerspace Wednesday May 6 at 3:30pm In the Main Level Programming Room
Wednesday, May 6, 3:30-4:30pm
Today we will create rainbow collages out of found items.
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday May 7 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday May 7 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Toddler Rave Saturday May 9 at 10:00am Sign-up Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Preschool & Toddler Rave (Ages 0-6)
Saturday, May 9 @ 10am
Are you ready to rave?! Join us for a high-energy dance party featuring black lights and bass drops. There will be snacks, a photo booth, and a special appearance by our very own DJ “Hot Beatz” Harper!
Movie Screening--Zootopia 2 - Program for All Ages / Everyone Monday May 11 at 1:00pm Sign-up Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Brave rabbit cop Judy Hopps and her friend, the fox Nick Wilde, team up again to crack a new case, the most perilous and intricate of their careers. Rated PG. Runtime 108 min.
Young Creative Writers Workshop Monday May 11 at 4:30pm Sign-up Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Young Creative Writer's Workshop (Ages 9-15)
Monday, May 11 @ 4:30pm
You'll have the chance to practice your writing skills, workshop with other ‘tween and teen writers, and gain confidence in your writing ability. Each month we'll do a short writing activity followed by free writing time.
All experience levels welcome!
Preschool Storytime Tuesday May 12 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Preschool Storytime Tuesday May 12 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Minecraft Club Tuesday May 12 at 6:00pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the Main Level Computer Area
Sensory Stations Wednesday May 13 at 9:30am In the Main Level Programming Room
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday May 14 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday May 14 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Toddler Yoga with little om BIG OM Monday May 18 at 10:30am Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Toddler Yoga with Little om BIG OM (ages 1-4)
Monday, May 18, 10:30am
Yoga and mindfulness practices specifically designed for toddlers and led by awesome little om BIG OM instructors. Registration is required.
'Tween Book Club: Beasties Monday May 18 at 6:00pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
'Tween Book Club: Beasties (Ages 9-12)
Monday, May 18 @ 6pm
When an encounter with a supernatural artifact turns Riley's classmates into all kinds of critters, Riley (who is stuck in the body of a New York City street rat) and friends have to try to survive the battle of Central Park and figure out how to turn back into kids!
Registration required. Free copy of the book to the first 20 registrants.
Preschool Storytime Tuesday May 19 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Preschool Storytime Tuesday May 19 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Baby Bounce and Bubbles Wednesday May 20 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Midweek Makerspace Wednesday May 20 at 3:30pm In the Main Level Programming Room
Wednesday, May 21, 3:30-4:30pm
Today we will construct our own kaleidoscopes!
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday May 21 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday May 21 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Chess Club Thursday May 21 at 5:30pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Thursday, May 21 @ 5:30pm
Minecraft Club Tuesday May 26 at 6:00pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the Main Level Computer Area
BOOKMOBILE: Middleton Night Market @ Stone Horse Green - Program for All Ages / Everyone Thursday May 28 at 5:00pm
Visit the Middleton Public Library Bookmobile at the Middleton Night Market @ Stone Horse Green on Thursday, May 28 from 5:00-9:00pm!
Stone Horse Green is located at 7550 Hubbard Avenue. Weather permitting!
1000 Books Before Kindergarten Sunday May 31 at 12:00am Sign-up Required - Click Here to Register Online! Outside the Library
Young Creative Writers Workshop Monday June 1 at 4:30pm Sign-up Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Monday, June 1 @ 4:30pm
Baby Bounce and Bubbles Wednesday June 3 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
CI Pediatric Therapy Playgroup Friday June 5 at 10:00am In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Friday, June 5, 10am
Summer Reading Program Kickoff! - Program for All Ages / Everyone Thursday June 11 at 4:00pm
Summer Reading Program Kickoff! (All Ages)
Thursday, June 11 4-5:30pm
Summer Reading Program kicks off with an outdoor party! Oversized games, art projects, glitter tattoos and more! The party continues with Black Star Drumline beginning at 5:30pm!
This event takes place outside of the library.
Black Star Drumline - Program for All Ages / Everyone Thursday June 11 at 5:30pm Outside the Library
Black Star Drumline Summer Reading Program Kick Off!
Thursday, June 11 @ 5:30pm
Kick off your Summer with Black Star Drumline! Experience fun for the whole family with this electrifying percussion show!
This event will take place in the green space across the street from the library.
Kindermusik Monday June 15 at 10:00am Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Monday, June 15, 10-10:30am (Ages 0-7)
'Tween Book Club: Maybe a Mermaid Monday June 15 at 6:00pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
'Tween Book Club: Maybe A Mermaid (Ages 9-12)
Monday, June 15 @ 6pm
Get a book! Read a book! Discuss a book! This month's read is Maybe a Mermaid by Josephine Cameron. This book is full of mystery, friendship, adventure, and…maybe a mermaid!
Registration required. Free book for the first 20 tweens to register.
Preschool Storytime Tuesday June 16 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Preschool Storytime Tuesday June 16 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
BOOKMOBILE: Free Books for MCPASD Students @ Pope Farm - Program for All Ages / Everyone Tuesday June 16 at 11:00am
Stop by Pope Farm Elementary School on Tuesday, June 16 between 11-1pm to choose some free books to keep! All Middleton Cross Plains School District students in grades K-12 and their families are invited.
Pope Farm Elementary is located at 816 Schewe Road in Middleton.
Look for the Pope Farm Librarian and the Middleton Public Library near the front of the school. Also step onboard Middleton's Bookmobile to borrow books for all ages!
PLEASE NOTE: No bathrooms available.
For more information, please contact the Middleton Public Library at (608) 827-7402.
Book Bunch & Lunch: The Wild Robot Tuesday June 16 at 12:00pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Book Bunch & Lunch: The Wild Robot (Ages 7-13)
Tuesdays, June 16 - July 14 @ Noon
Bring your lunch and listen as Mr. Josh reads The Wild Robot by Peter Brown. Each week's reading will be followed by a related activity. The final week, July 14th will be a movie screening of 2024 film adaptation of the book.
Baby Bounce and Bubbles Wednesday June 17 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
BOOKMOBILE: Mini's at the Market @ Greenway Station Farmers' Market Thursday June 18 at 9:30am
Bring your little sprouts to the Greenway Station Farmers' Market on Thursday, June 18 for Mini's at the Market, a free, family-friendly event!
The Middleton Public Library Bookmobile will be at the market from 9:30-11:30am with books to borrow for all ages as well as free books for kids to choose from. (while supplies last). There will also be a variety of outdoor toys for kids to enjoy.
Bring your shopping bag and make sure to stop by all of the wonderful vendors at the farmers' market, which is open from 8-1pm.
Greenway Station is located at 1650 Deming Way in Middleton.
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday June 18 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday June 18 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
BOOKMOBILE: Bauman Community Pool Parent/Tot Swim Sunday June 21 at 10:00am
Visit the Middleton Public Library Bookmobile on Sunday, June 21 from 10:00-12:00pm at the Bauman Community Pool during Parent/Tot Swim time!
Borrow or return books, or choose a free one to keep (while supplies last). The bookmobile will be parked just outside the pool entrance from 10:00-12:00pm.
Please note: On Sundays, Parent/Tot Swim is 10:00-12:00pm; Adult Swim is 9:00-12:00pm; and Open Swim is 1:00-7:30pm. Pool entry fee or season pass required for entrance to the pool. Bookmobile hours are different than daily pool hours. Weather permitting.
BOOKMOBILE: Library in the Park @ Orchid Heights Park - Program for All Ages / Everyone Monday June 22 at 9:30am
Visit the Middleton Public Library Bookmobile at Orchid Heights Park (3960 Valley Ridge Rd) on Monday, June 22 between 9:30-10:30am. Look for the bookmobile in the parking lot or street level by the playground.
The bookmobile is full of books for all ages to borrow with a library card. Don't have a library card yet? Get one on the bookmobile! There will also be a cart of free books for kids and teens to choose from and keep (while supplies last).
Stay and play in the park. Bring a picnic. Explore the nearby trails. There's so much to do at Orchid Heights!
PLEASE NOTE: Outdoor events are weather permitting and may be cancelled last minute based on projected forecast.
Visit midlibrary.org/outreach for a complete list of all outreach and bookmobile visits happening throughout Middleton!
Pokemon Trading Day Monday June 22 at 10:00am Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Pokémon Trading Day (ages 7-13)
Monday, June 22, 10am
Bring your Pokémon cards and meet up with other fans! We will provide snacks and a place to trade - you get to geek out with other Pokémon fans in our community.
While we will not be running card games at this event, if you would like to play with other participants, please provide your own decks and play mats. Ages 7-13, registration required.
BOOKMOBILE: Library in the Park @ Lakeview Park - Program for All Ages / Everyone Monday June 22 at 11:15am
Visit the Middleton Public Library Bookmobile at Lakeview Park (6300 Mendota) on Monday, June 22 between 11:15-12:15pm. Look for the bookmobile in the parking lot or near the large pavilion.
Stay and play in the park. Cool off @ the Splash Pad. Bring a picnic. Enjoy a walk around the pond…there's so much to do at Lakeview Park!
Preschool Storytime Tuesday June 23 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Preschool Storytime Tuesday June 23 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Book Bunch & Lunch: The Wild Robot Tuesday June 23 at 12:00pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday June 25 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday June 25 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Chess Club Thursday June 25 at 5:30pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Thursday, June 25 @ 5:30pm
Ocean Odyssey: Sharks! - Program for All Ages / Everyone Saturday June 27 at 11:00am Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Ocean Odyssey: Sharks! (All ages)
Saturday, June 27 @ 11am
Our traveling touch tank brings live animals to you! Breakdown some of the common misconceptions about sharks. We will highlight adaptations these critters have to survive, their importance to the ecosystem and discover how you can help with conservation efforts. Participants will have the opportunity to get their hands wet and touch one of these amazing animals!
Ocean Odyssey: Sharks! - Program for All Ages / Everyone Saturday June 27 at 1:00pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Saturday, June 27 @ 1pm
1000 Books Before Kindergarten Sunday June 28 at 12:00am Sign-up Required - Click Here to Register Online! Outside the Library
'Tweens Try It: Under the Sea Sand Painting Monday June 29 at 2:00pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
'Tweens Try It: Under the Sea Sand Painting (Ages 9-12)
Monday, June 29 @ 2pm
Try something new! This month you'll be painting sea animals using colored sand.
Registration required. Registration begins May 29th.
Preschool Storytime Tuesday June 30 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Preschool Storytime Tuesday June 30 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Book Bunch & Lunch: The Wild Robot Tuesday June 30 at 12:00pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)