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TODAY
In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Monthly library board meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month. Agenda and minutes at midlibrary.org/board Public Meeting, Everyone Welcome.
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Friday December 13
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Music Together Friday, December 13, 10am (Ages 0-4) Join Catherine for 45 minutes of musical fun with your child! Sing, chant, and dance while singing about trains, animals, and the world around us. Catherine teaches Music Together through Music Together Madtown and is excited to meet you for a time of musical fun! If you need accommodations to attend this event, please contact info@midlibrary.org or 608-827-7403.
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Friday December 13
Sign-up Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Homeschool Hangout: Legos! Friday, December 13, 1pm Homeschooling families of all ages are invited to the library for the homeschool hangout! Build with Legos, and if you're brave, take on the disaster challenge! Registration appreciated.
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Monday December 16
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
'Tween Book Club: Pie in the Sky Monday, December 16 @ 6pm When Jingwen moves to a new country, school is hard, making friends feels impossible since he doesn't speak English, and he's often stuck watching his younger (and annoying) brother. To distract himself, he dreams of baking all the cakes on his father's dream baker, but his mother has banned him from using the oven while she's gone. Registration required. Free book to first 20 kids to register.
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Wednesday December 18
In the Main Level Programming Room
Midweek Makerspace (Grades 1-5) Wednesday, December 18, 3:30-4:30pm Drop in to the library for an hour of winter-themed LEGO challenges! Open to grades 1-5. If you need accommodations to attend this event, please contact info@midlibrary.org or 608-827-7403.
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Friday December 27
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Family Escape Room: Emoji Cat Club Friday, December 27th @ 9:30am Cats seem to be getting a bad rap. Most people think of them as cute when they are kittens, but as some older cats tend to be a bit aloof, all cats are being put into the same bucket. The Emoji Cat Club is on a mission to change that, and today is their first meeting! Can they breakout in time, or will they doom the cats to their bad rap forever? Registration required. Please register for only 1 session.
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Friday December 27
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Family Escape Room: Emoji Cat Club Friday, December 27th @ 11:30am Cats seem to be getting a bad rap. Most people think of them as cute when they are kittens, but as some older cats tend to be a bit aloof, all cats are being put into the same bucket. The Emoji Cat Club is on a mission to change that, and today is their first meeting! Can they breakout in time, or will they doom the cats to their bad rap forever? Registration required. Please register for only 1 session.
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Friday December 27
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Family Escape Room: Emoji Cat Club Friday, December 27th @ 1:30pm Cats seem to be getting a bad rap. Most people think of them as cute when they are kittens, but as some older cats tend to be a bit aloof, all cats are being put into the same bucket. The Emoji Cat Club is on a mission to change that, and today is their first meeting! Can they breakout in time, or will they doom the cats to their bad rap forever? Registration required. Please register for only 1 session.
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Friday December 27
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
'Tween Escape Room: Emoji Cat Club (Ages 9-12) Friday, December 27th @ 3:00pm Cats seem to be getting a bad rap. Most people think of them as cute when they are kittens, but as some older cats tend to be a bit aloof, all cats are being put into the same bucket. The Emoji Cat Club is on a mission to change that, and today is their first meeting! Can they breakout in time, or will they doom the cats to their bad rap forever? Registration required. Please register for only 1 session.
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Monday December 30
Sign-up Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Noon Year's Eve Silent Disco! Monday, December 30 @ 11:30am Celebrate the upcoming New Year with a Noon Year's Eve celebration! Dancing starts at 11:30 leading up to the big balloon drop at the stroke of Noon! *Depending on attendance, may become a not so silent disco!* All ages welcome - registration appreciated.
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Monday January 6
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Kindermusik Monday, January 6, 10am (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.
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Monday January 6
Sign-up Required
In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
‘Tween Writer’s Workshop (Ages 9-12) Mondays, January 6, 27, February 3, 17, March 3 @ 4:30pm Continuation of previous 4 week writer's workshop. You'll have the chance to practice your writing skills, workshop with other ‘tween writers, and gain confidence in your writing ability. Each week builds on previous weeks. If you have not participated in previous weeks, but would like to email kaganser@midlibrary.org. Registration Required.
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Tuesday January 7
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the Main Level Computer Area
Whether you like building, mining, coding, or blowing stuff up, Minecraft Club has something for everyone! No experience needed, everyone is welcome! Registration required. Ages 8-13.
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Tuesday January 7
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the Main Level Computer Area
Whether you like building, mining, coding, or blowing stuff up, Minecraft Club has something for everyone! No experience needed, everyone is welcome! Registration required. Ages 8-13.
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Wednesday January 8
In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Baby Bounce & Bubbles Every other Wednesday Short stories, nursery rhymes, songs and lap bounces designed specially for pre-walkers.
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Wednesday January 8
In the Main Level Programming Room
Midweek Makerspace (Grades 1-5) Wednesday, January 8, 3:30-4:30pm Join us as we test different techniques for excavating a woolly mammoth from the ice. Open to grades 1-5. If you need accommodations to attend this event, please contact info@midlibrary.org or 608-827-7403.
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Friday January 10
Sign-up Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
New Parent Meet Up Friday, January 10 @ 9:30am Are you a brand new parent looking for a place to meet other new parents? Join us at the library for coffee, conversation and commiseration with other new parents. This program is intended for new parents and their babies up to 9 months old. Registration Appreciated.
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Saturday January 11
Sign-up Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Drop in for some 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 across the hall - build a radio, a flower arrangement, the Statue of Liberty, and more!
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Saturday January 11
Sign-up Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
The Mammoth Hunters (All ages) Saturday, January 11 @ 1pm “The Mammoth Hunters” takes the audience on a tour of the lives of prehistoric hunters right here in Wisconsin. Using a large display of artifact and fossil reproductions, you will go on a hunt for a wooly mammoth. You'll learn about the archeology behind what we know, see demonstrations of a variety of tools and skills, including the atlatl, friction fire, and even a few ancient musical instruments. The show will end with an up close, hands-on look at the items on display. Registration Appreciated.
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Monday January 13
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, January 13, 10:30am Yoga and mindfulness practices specifically designed for toddlers and led by awesome little om BIG OM instructors. Registration is required. If you need accommodations to attend this event, please contact info@midlibrary.org or 608-827-7403.
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Monday January 13
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
'Tweens Try It: Ice Candles! (Ages 9-12) Monday, January 13 @ 6pm Try something new! This month you'll make candles using crushed ice! Registration Required. Ages 9-12. If you need accommodations to attend this program please contact info@midlibrary.org or 608-827-7403.
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Wednesday January 15
In the Main Level Programming Room
Sensory Stations (Ages 1-5) Wednesdays, January 15 & 29, 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 seasonal sensory activities this month. If you need accommodations to attend this event, please contact info@midlibrary.org or 608-827-7403.
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Tuesday January 21
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the Main Level Computer Area
Whether you like building, mining, coding, or blowing stuff up, Minecraft Club has something for everyone! No experience needed, everyone is welcome! Registration required. Ages 8-13.
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Tuesday January 21
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the Main Level Computer Area
Whether you like building, mining, coding, or blowing stuff up, Minecraft Club has something for everyone! No experience needed, everyone is welcome! Registration required. Ages 8-13.
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Wednesday January 22
In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Baby Bounce & Bubbles Every other Wednesday Short stories, nursery rhymes, songs and lap bounces designed specially for pre-walkers.
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Wednesday January 22
In the Main Level Programming Room
Midweek Makerspace (Grades 1-5) Wednesday, January 22, 3:30-4:30pm Drop in to make shivery snow paint, and then use it to create a cool piece of art! Open to grades 1-5. If you need accommodations to attend this event, please contact info@midlibrary.org or 608-827-7403.
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Friday January 24
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the Upper Level Library
'Tween D&D (Ages 9-12) Friday, January 24 @ 10am Are you a Rogue, a Wizard or a Warrior? Play your part in the classic role-playing fantasy game. This is a one shot adventure that will last about 2 hours. Registration is required.
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Saturday January 25
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the Upper Level Library
Nerf at the Library (Ages 12 & Up) Join us for this epic Nerf battle between the stacks of the Middleton Library. We'll gather after-hours in the library for an evening of battle fun with Nerf Outings Madison! Bring your own Nerf blasters or borrow one from NOMAD (supplies are limited). This event is for ages 12 & up. Each participant must have a signed waiver, which will be sent in the week leading up to the event. Those under 18 must have the waiver signed by a guardian.
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Monday January 27
In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Monday Movie Matinee: Ice Age (All Ages) Monday, January 27, 1:00-2:30pm Manny the mammoth, Sid the loquacious sloth, and Diego the sabre-toothed tiger go on a comical quest to return a human baby back to his father, across a world on the brink of an ice age. Rated PG, run time 1 hour, 21 min. If you need accommodations to attend this event, please contact info@midlibrary.org or 608-827-7403.
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Monday January 27
Sign-up Required
In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
‘Tween Writer’s Workshop (Ages 9-12) Mondays, January 6, 27, February 3, 17, March 3 @ 4:30pm Continuation of previous 4 week writer's workshop. You'll have the chance to practice your writing skills, workshop with other ‘tween writers, and gain confidence in your writing ability. Each week builds on previous weeks. If you have not participated in previous weeks, but would like to email kaganser@midlibrary.org. Registration Required.
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Monday January 27
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
'Tween Book Club: The Ice House (Ages 9-12) Monday, January 27 @ 6pm When spring arrives, but the winter freeze refuses to leave, Louisa finds herself snowed into her apartment for months with her parents and younger brother. When her former close friend Luke's father has an ice related incident both families lives are forever changed. Registration opens December 17th.
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Wednesday January 29
In the Main Level Programming Room
Sensory Stations (Ages 1-5) Wednesdays, January 15 & 29, 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 seasonal sensory activities this month. If you need accommodations to attend this event, please contact info@midlibrary.org or 608-827-7403.
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Monday February 3
Registration Required
In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
‘Tween Writer’s Workshop (Ages 9-12) Mondays, January 6, 27, February 3, 17, March 3 @ 4:30pm Continuation of previous 4 week writer's workshop. You'll have the chance to practice your writing skills, workshop with other ‘tween writers, and gain confidence in your writing ability. Each week builds on previous weeks. If you have not participated in previous weeks, but would like to email kaganser@midlibrary.org. Registration Required.
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Wednesday February 5
In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Baby Bounce & Bubbles Every other Wednesday Short stories, nursery rhymes, songs and lap bounces designed specially for pre-walkers.
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Wednesday February 5
In the Main Level Programming Room
Midweek Makerspace (Grades 1-5) Wednesday, February 5, 3:30-4:30pm Today we will create light-up Valentine cards using paper circuits. Open to grades 1-5. If you need accommodations to attend this event, please contact info@midlibrary.org or 608-827-7403.
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Friday February 7
In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
CI Pediatric Therapy Playgroup Friday, February 7, 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. If you need accommodations to attend this event, please contact info@midlibrary.org or 608-827-7403.
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Monday February 10
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 10, 10:30am Yoga and mindfulness practices specifically designed for toddlers and led by awesome little om BIG OM instructors. Registration is required. If you need accommodations to attend this event, please contact info@midlibrary.org or 608-827-7403.
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Monday February 10
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
'Tweens Try It: Nailed It! (Ages 9-12) Monday, February 10 @ 6pm Try something new! Take on a sweet treat decorating challenge! Will you Nail It?! Decorate a variety of sweets trying to match the master. Registration required.
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Wednesday February 12
In the Main Level Programming Room
Sensory Stations (Ages 1-5) Wednesdays, February 12 & 26, 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 seasonal sensory activities this month. If you need accommodations to attend this event, please contact info@midlibrary.org or 608-827-7403.
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Friday February 14
Sign-up Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Homeschool Hangout: Love Your Library! Friday, February 14 @ 1pm Ever wanted a behind the scenes look at your library? Join us for this tour of the library with fellow homeschool families, ending with a fun library scavenger hunt!
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Saturday February 15
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Registration opens January 15 Add a little sweetness to your day with this fun cookie decorating event! All supplies provided--just bring your creativity. Sessions begin at 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, and 2:30. Please register only for 1 session. Registration Required. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Saturday February 15
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Registration opens January 15 Add a little sweetness to your day with this fun cookie decorating event! All supplies provided--just bring your creativity. Sessions begin at 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, and 2:30. Please register only for 1 session. Registration Required. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Saturday February 15
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Registration opens January 15 Add a little sweetness to your day with this fun cookie decorating event! All supplies provided--just bring your creativity. Sessions begin at 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, and 2:30. Please register only for 1 session. Registration Required. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Saturday February 15
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Archer Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Registration opens January 15 Add a little sweetness to your day with this fun cookie decorating event! All supplies provided--just bring your creativity. Sessions begin at 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, and 2:30. Please register only for 1 session. Registration Required. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Monday February 17
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
‘Tween Writer’s Workshop (Ages 9-12) Mondays, January 6, 27, February 3, 17, March 3 @ 4:30pm Continuation of previous 4 week writer's workshop. You'll have the chance to practice your writing skills, workshop with other ‘tween writers, and gain confidence in your writing ability. Each week builds on previous weeks. If you have not participated in previous weeks, but would like to email kaganser@midlibrary.org. Registration Required.
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Wednesday February 19
In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
Baby Bounce & Bubbles Every other Wednesday Short stories, nursery rhymes, songs and lap bounces designed specially for pre-walkers.
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Wednesday February 19
In the Main Level Programming Room
Midweek Makerspace (Grades 1-5) Wednesday, February 19, 3:30-4:30pm Is ice cream a liquid or a solid? Join us as we make homemade ice cream and observe the different states of matter. Open to grades 1-5. If you need accommodations to attend this event, please contact info@midlibrary.org or 608-827-7403.
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Saturday February 22
The Middleton Public Library is excited to host its first-ever “How-To Fest”! This hands-on, all-ages festival will showcase local expertise, bringing the community together to learn new skills and hobbies in short 5-10 min demonstrations. Do you have a skill to share? Please read below for more information, and to apply. The library is looking for a diversity of skills to share! Examples include: - how to sew a button
- how to practice chair yoga
- how to ID invasive and poisonous plants
- how to use a fire extinguisher
- how to adopt and foster dogs
- and more!
The possibilities are endless, and we welcome your creativity! Applications may be submitted online at https://www.midlibrary.org/HowToFest or in person at the library service desk. Applications are due by December 31, 2024. Submission of an application is not a guarantee of participation. Participants will be notified by January 13, 2025.
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Monday February 24
Registration Required - Click Here to Register Online!
In the downstairs Friends Community Room (through the lobby stairwell)
'Tween Book Club: A Little Bit Super (Ages 9-12) Monday, February 24 @ 6pm Superheroes are amazing, and anyone would want to have super powers. But, what if you only had a little bit of a super power? What if you could shape shift, but only 1 part of your body, and only on Mondays? Enjoy 14 short stories about kids who are just A Little Bit Super.
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Wednesday February 26
In the Main Level Programming Room
Sensory Stations (Ages 1-5) Wednesdays, February 12 & 26, 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 seasonal sensory activities this month. If you need accommodations to attend this event, please contact info@midlibrary.org or 608-827-7403.
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