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
Tiny Tots Storytime TODAY 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.
If you need accommodations to attend this event, please contact info@midlibrary.org or 608-827-7403.
Tiny Tots Storytime TODAY at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Young Creative Writers Workshop TONIGHT at 6:00pm Sign-up Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Join us for this 4-week writing workshop. 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 session will focus on a different aspect of a story, followed by time to write.
All experience levels welcome!
Ages 10-15, registration required.
Read, Move, and Groove with The Little Gym! Friday January 16 at 10:00am Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Read, Move, and Groove with the Little Gym (ages 1-5)
Friday, January 16, 10-10:30am
Join us for Read, Move, and Groove with The Little Gym of Middleton! We will READ some stories, MOVE our bodies with a small equipment group activity, and get our creativity GROOVing with a craft!
Preschool Storytime Tuesday January 20 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 January 20 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Sensory Stations Wednesday January 21 at 9:30am In the Main Level Programming Room
Sensory Stations (Ages 1-5)
Wednesdays, January 7 & 21, 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 January 22 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday January 22 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Chess Club Thursday January 22 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, January 22 @ 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.
Kindermusik Friday January 23 at 10:00am Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Kindermusik
Friday, January 23, 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!
'Tween Book Club: Al Capone Does My Shirts Monday January 26 at 6:00pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
'Tween Book Club: Al Capone does my Shirts (Ages 9-12)
Monday, January 26 @ 6pm
It's 1935 and 12 year old Moose moves with his family to Alcatraz Island where his dad works at Alcatraz prison.
“The convicts we have are the kind other prisons don't want. I never knew prisons could be picky, but I guess they can. You get to Alcatraz by being the worst of the worst. Unless you're me. I came here because my mother said I had to.”
Registration Required. Free book for first 20 kids registered.
Preschool Storytime Tuesday January 27 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Preschool Storytime Tuesday January 27 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Baby Bounce & Bubbles Wednesday January 28 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Baby Bounce & Bubbles
Every other Wednesday January - March
Short stories, nursery rhymes, songs and lap bounces designed specially for pre-walkers.
Midweek Makerspace Wednesday January 28 at 3:30pm In the Main Level Programming Room
Midweek Makerspace (Grades 1-5)
Wednesday, January 28, 3:30-4:30pm
Join us as we make a melting snowman from homemade winter slime!
Open to grades 1-5.
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday January 29 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday January 29 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Young Creative Writers Workshop Thursday January 29 at 6:00pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Olympic Diorama Kit Return Deadline - Program for All Ages / Everyone Saturday January 31 at 12:00am In the Upper Level Library
Return your completed Winter Olympics diorama by 5pm Saturday, January 31! Submitted dioramas will go on display starting Monday, February 2.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten Saturday January 31 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. Journals will be available beginning January 15th.
Olympic Dioramas on display - Program for All Ages / Everyone Monday February 2 at 12:00am In the Upper Level Library
Winter Olympics dioramas will be on display at the Library from February 2- February 21. Stop by to see them, and vote for your favorite!
Preschool Storytime Tuesday February 3 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Preschool Storytime Tuesday February 3 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Minecraft Club Tuesday February 3 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 February 4 at 9:30am In the Main Level Programming Room
Wednesdays, February 4 & 18, 9:30-10:30am
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday February 5 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday February 5 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
CI Pediatric Therapy Playgroup Friday February 6 at 10:00am In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
CI Pediatric Therapy Playgroup
Friday, February 6, 10-11am
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.
Saturday Storytime: Winter Olympics Saturday February 7 at 10:00am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Saturday Storytime: Winter Olympics (Ages 1-6)
Saturday, February 7, 10-10:30am
Let's kick off the Winter Olympics with a storytime celebration! A picture book movie and to-go craft will be provided.
Olympic Extravaganza: All Ages Drop-In Crafts - Program for All Ages / Everyone Saturday February 7 at 1:00pm
Stop by the library for some Olympics-themed crafts! Make a paper laurel wreath and an Olympic bookmark to take home!
Be sure to check out the other Olympics-themed events happening throughout the day! Other events require registration.
'Tween Minute to Win It Olympic Challenges Saturday February 7 at 1:00pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Do you have what it takes to compete in the Library Olympic Minute To Win It Challenges? Come show off your skills! Medals will be awarded in events such as the Snowball Toss, the Bobsled, and Speed Skating! (No actual snowballs, bobsleds, or skates will be involved.)
Ages 9-12, registration required.
Family Bingo: Olympics Edition - Program for All Ages / Everyone Saturday February 7 at 2:30pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Bingo cards will be filled with Olympic events instead of numbers. We will play 5 rounds with prizes awarded for each round.
Tutu School Pirouette Playdate Monday February 9 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, February 9 @ 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 February 10 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Preschool Storytime Tuesday February 10 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Baby Bounce & Bubbles Wednesday February 11 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Midweek Makerspace Wednesday February 11 at 3:30pm In the Main Level Programming Room
Wednesday, February 11, 3:30-4:30pm
Today we will design ski jumps and snowboard halfpipes in preparation for the Winter Olympics!
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday February 12 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday February 12 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Young Creative Writers Workshop Thursday February 12 at 6:00pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Keva @ the Library Friday February 13 at 10:00am Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Keva @ The Library (Ages 18mo - 4yrs)
Friday, February 13, 10am
Keva Sports Center will join us at the library to present Sports and Storytime! Experience a number of fun sports and activities including parachute time! The program will end with a short story, coloring sheets, and stamps.
Registration required. Please only register the NUMBER OF CHILDREN attending (not including grownups!).
Family Escape Room: Snow Day! Monday February 16 at 9:30am Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Family Escape Room: Snow Day!
Monday, February 16
Winter is the time for fireplaces, hot chocolate, cozy blankets, and books. And, of course, for playing outside in the snow! You're all ready to go, but your winter gear is locked in the closet. Can you unlock the closet before your snow day is over?
Powered by BreakoutEdu, this escape room is designed for families of elementary aged children.
Registration Required. Please register for only 1 session.
Family Escape Room: Snow Day! Monday February 16 at 11:30am Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Family Escape Room: Snow Day! Monday February 16 at 1:30pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
'Tweens Try It: Escape Room Monday February 16 at 4:30pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
'Tweens Try It: Escape Room (Ages 9-12)
Monday, February 16 @ 4:30pm
Try something new! This month we'll be escaping from a winter storm in a mystery cabin! Can you escape before the hour is up?
Registration Required.
Preschool Storytime Tuesday February 17 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Preschool Storytime Tuesday February 17 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Minecraft Club Tuesday February 17 at 6:00pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the Main Level Computer Area
Sensory Stations Wednesday February 18 at 9:30am In the Main Level Programming Room
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday February 19 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday February 19 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Chess Club Thursday February 19 at 5:30pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Thursday, February 19 @ 5:30pm
Read, Move, and Groove with The Little Gym! Friday February 20 at 10:00am Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Friday, February 20, 10-10:30am
Toddler Yoga with little om BIG OM Monday February 23 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, February 23, 10:30-11am
Yoga and mindfulness practices specifically designed for toddlers and led by awesome little om BIG OM instructors. Registration is required.
'Tween Book Club: Barely Floating Monday February 23 at 6:00pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
'Tween Book Club: Barely Floating (Ages 9-12)
Monday, February 23 @ 6pm
Nat fell in love with synchronized swimming after seeing a synchronized routine by the LA Mermaids. Now, it's all she wants to do. But, her parents don't think that synchronized swimming sends the right message, believing it focuses too much on looks and being thin. But, Nat is determined to prove she has what it takes, no matter what her body looks like.
Registration required. Free book to first 20 registrants.
Preschool Storytime Tuesday February 24 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Preschool Storytime Tuesday February 24 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Baby Bounce & Bubbles Wednesday February 25 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Midweek Makerspace Wednesday February 25 at 3:30pm In the Main Level Programming Room
Wednesday, February 25, 3:30-4:30pm
Today we will explore the concept of engineering in electronics with Snap Circuits.
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday February 26 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday February 26 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
1000 Books Before Kindergarten Saturday February 28 at 12:00am Sign-up Required - Click Here to Register Online! Outside the Library
Paradox Robotics - Program for All Ages / Everyone Saturday February 28 at 10:30am Sign-up Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Paradox Robotics (All Ages)
Saturday, February 28 @ 10:30am
First Tech Challenge (FTC) team Paradox, made up of kids from the Middleton area, will present about STEM, robotics, and ways for the youth to be involved in robotics. Team Paradox will also host an interactive demonstration with their competition robot and discuss their nonprofit initiative WiscoSTEM. The team is a part of a worldwide robotics competition and consists of members who have competed with different teams at the local, regional, and state level and are all extremely passionate about robotics.
Artist Meghan Rosing Drop-In DIY Table - Program for All Ages / Everyone Saturday February 28 at 1:00pm In the Upper Level Library
Join artist Meghan Rosing on the main level of the library for a drop-in “Scrapwork” event utilizing paper and fabric scraps to create colorful art. This all-ages activity offers the opportunity to use templates or to design your own creations. No registration is necessary.
Meghan Rosing is the current artist exhibiting in the library's Christensen Family Art Gallery. To learn more, please visit www.midlibrary.org/art
Young Creative Writers Workshop Saturday February 28 at 1:00pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Join us for the final meeting for the young writer's workshop! You'll have the chance to practice your writing skills, workshop with other ‘tween and teen writers, and gain confidence in your writing ability. This session will include time to continue writing, or to share your current writing project!
Preschool Storytime Tuesday March 3 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Preschool Storytime Tuesday March 3 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Sensory Stations Wednesday March 4 at 9:30am In the Main Level Programming Room
Wednesdays, March 4 & 18, 9:30-10:30am
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday March 5 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday March 5 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
CI Pediatric Therapy Playgroup Friday March 6 at 10:00am In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Friday, March 6, 10am
Pokemon Trading Day Monday March 9 at 2:00pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Pokémon Trading Day (ages 7-13)
Monday, March 9, 2pm
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.
Preschool Storytime Tuesday March 10 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Preschool Storytime Tuesday March 10 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Baby Bounce & Bubbles Wednesday March 11 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Midweek Makerspace Wednesday March 11 at 3:30pm In the Main Level Programming Room
Wednesday, March 11, 3:30-4:30pm
Today we will use recycled materials to design and construct leprechaun traps!
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday March 12 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Tiny Tots Storytime Thursday March 12 at 10:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Keva @ the Library Friday March 13 at 10:00am Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Friday, March 13, 10-11am
Keva Sports Center will join us at the library to present Sports and Storytime! Experience a number of fun sports and activities including parachute time. The program will end with a short story, coloring sheets, and stamps.
Sensory Stations Wednesday March 18 at 9:30am In the Main Level Programming Room
STEAM WEEK: Mad Science Fire and Ice - Program for All Ages / Everyone Monday March 23 at 2:00pm Sign-up Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Mad Science: Fire and Ice (All Ages)
Monday, March 23 @ 2pm
Kick of STEAM week with thrilling show of science experiments from the Mad scientists at Mad Science Milwaukee! Be prepared for ice storms, floating beach balls, sizzling scissors and more!
Registration appreciated.
Baby Bounce & Bubbles Wednesday March 25 at 9:30am In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
STEAM Week: Egg Drop Wednesday March 25 at 10:30am Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
STEAM Week: Egg Drop (Ages 5 & up)
Wednesday, March 25 @ 10:30am
You have one goal - keep your egg from cracking! Create your own egg saving contraption that will keep your egg from breaking when dropped from the ceiling.
STEAM Week: All Ages Lego Day! - Program for All Ages / Everyone Wednesday March 25 at 1:30pm Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online! In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
LEGO fun for all ages! You'll find parts and pieces available to let your creative side go wild. Like a little structure? There will also be LEGO sets for teens and adults. Registration required.