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It’s been an exciting week for us at the library with all the focus on the Central Library. But there are wonderful things going on in our branch libraries, too, particularly the South Madison Branch Library, currently under construction and scheduled to open in 2010. You can help us share the excitement during three special events this Saturday, November 14.
First, join the Foundation and the Friends of the South Madison Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. to celebrate the 2009 publication of the book, Challenging the Professionalization of Adult Education: John Ohliger and Contradictions in Modern Practice. Enjoy a light brunch and listen to South Madison Librarian, Chris Wagner (John Ohliger’s wife), read from and talk about the book. John Ohliger was a Madison educator, peace activist, public intellectual and co-founder of WORT Radio. He was a lover of libraries, especially the South Madison Branch Library.
Copies of the book will be available for purchase with proceeds benefiting the new South Madison Branch Library. RSVP IS REQUIRED BY November 12. RSVP to (608) 250-5758 or email cwagnerz@yahoo.com
Next, learn about the progress of the South Madison Branch Library capital campaign and how you can turn your ordinary purchases into donations for the South Madison Branch by participating in the Foundation’s SCRIP program. On-line demonstrations and registration on the SIMPLIFIED SCRIP website will be offered throughout the day. Prizes will also be available.
Finally, enjoy The Mystery of the Rabbit and the Hot Chocolate and Other Adventures at 1:30 p.m. at the UW Space Place (meet at the library and walk over). Families will enjoy learning songs and singing games in two languages with bilingual storyteller and singer Clare Norelle. There will be face painting with Nuria and light refreshments.
Find out more about the South Madison Branch Expansion on the library’s web site or sign up for periodic email updates.
November 11th, 2009
Tana
It was a “bloody” good time at two Twilight-themed costume parties celebrating the upcoming November release of the “New Moon” movie. Teens joined other vampire fans for movie clips, trivia, food, and more. Winner sof “Best Costume” took home 4 tickets for the upcoming release of “New Moon,” and the “Twilight Trivia Stars” received a full set of Stephenie Meyer’s Twilight books!
Funding for Twilight costume parties was provided by the Friends of the Meadowridge Branch Library and the Friends of the Pinney Branch Library.
Tonight, Friday, October 23 at 7:00 p.m., young writers are invited to bring their poetry to the Alicia Ashman Library for an evening of reading, writing, and fun at a “Bad Poetry Nite.” Register online or call 824-1780 to reserve a spot onstage.
Teen Read Week is a national literacy initiative of the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA), a division of the American Library Association. Teen Read Week will be celebrated at thousands of public and school libraries, classrooms, and bookstores across the country. Although teens realize the importance of reading, they have a huge menu of activities to choose from when deciding how to spend their free time, and reading often gets lost in the shuffle. Teen Read Week serves as a weeklong reminder to teens that reading for pleasure is fun, free, and can be done anywhere.
October 23rd, 2009
Tana
Each year our librarians spend hours preparing for, conducting, and evaluating our Summer Library Program. Why do we do it? Research shows us that summer is a time of learning loss for many students who don’t have access to summer learning opportunities. By providing Madison students with a no-cost, self-paced program based on reading incentives, we’re encouraging students to continue learning and practicing their reading skills throughout the summer. This is central to our mission as a library.
Special thanks to this year’s sponsors for their financial or in-kind support: Madison Public Library Foundation, Friends of the Madison Public Library, Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Overture Center for the Arts, Rocky Rococo’s Pizza, Noodles & Company, Madison Mallards Baseball, Madison Museum of Contemporary Art (MMoCA), EdVest, KnowHow2GoWisconsin, and the South Central Library System. Thanks also the 6,064 participants for their enthusiasm, to parents, teachers and caregivers for their encouragement, and to our many community partners.
For more about this year’s Summer Library Program in Madison, read Samara Kalk Derby’s Capital Times recent article For love of books: Reading program aids kids.
Photo by Peter Patau.
September 15th, 2009
Tana
If you’ve been to the Pinney Branch Library lately, you may have noticed a new addition to the landscape: micro rain gardens. Join us on Thursday, August 13 at 7:00 p.m. for an outdoor christening of the Grace Schmid Rain Gardens and a presentation on their many benefits.
Named in memory of a long-time patron and supporter of Pinney and other local libraries, these demonstration gardens were funded by the Friends of the Pinney Branch Library and were also made possible with support from Madison’s City Engineering department. Design and installation work was done by Earth & Water Works, LLC. Ellen Rulseh, President of Earth & Water Works, will be presenting “Rain Gardens and Their Rewards” as a part of Pinney’s Sustainable Living program series. Rulseh’s presentation will enumerate and illustrate the benefits of rain gardens: reducing polluted stormwater from going into our urban lakes (Monona and Mendota) and streams; recharging groundwater; promoting biodiversity by attracting native birds, butterflies, bees and other beneficial insects; and adding beauty, interest and value to home, business and municipal property.
Thanks to a generous grant from the Madison Community Foundation, Pinney is expanding its collection of materials on sustainable living and providing programming and events emphasizing ways in which everyone can contribute to sustainable living for our future. See our Green Page for more information about the ways in which the Madison Public Library is contributing to sustainable living for our future. Not able to come to the presentation? See photos of the gardens on Flickr.
July 30th, 2009
Tana
In order to educate the community about the history and future of the Madison Public Library, the Madison Public Library Foundation has scheduled presentations of “The History of the Madison Public Library” to be shown at library branches this summer.
join us for one of the presentations of this video, written and narrated by Stuart Levitan, to learn about the history of the Madison Public Library, and how the Madison Public Library Foundation supports the library. The future of the library depends on individual support and community commitment - build your knowledge of your Madison resource at one of these presentation events.
- Thursday, July 16, 7:00 p.m. at the Hawthorne Branch
- Thursday, July 23, 10:30 a.m. at the Pinney Branch
- Thursday, July 23, 7:00 p.m. at the South Madison Branch
- Friday, July 31, 12:00 p.m. at the Central Library *
- Tuesday, August 4, 12:00 p.m. at the Meadowridge Branch *
- Wednesday, August 26, 12:15 p.m. at the Lakeview Branch *
* Events marked with an asterisk are “Brown Bag Lunch and Learn” events - bring your lunch, and munch while you learn!
Interested in learning more? Visit “Stories from the Madison Public Library“, a history of the library written by Dr. Bob Kann in honor of the 125th year of the Madison Public Library. Or, check out a copy of Janet Ela’s Free and Public: One Hundred Years of the Madison Public Library.
July 1st, 2009
Alicia
Thousands of books at bargain prices are yours for the picking at the Friends of the Central Branch Library Used Book Sale, Thursday, April 23 through Saturday, April 25. Stop in and browse our huge selection!
- Thursday, April 23, 12 - 6 p.m. Members only preview, join at the door!
6 - 8 p.m. Sale opens to the public.
- Friday, April 24, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Saturday, April 25, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., bag sale 12 - 2 p.m.
Can’t make it to the sale? Visit the Friends Bookshop at the Central Branch. We’re also always accepting donations for future sales.
April 16th, 2009
Alicia
Plans are underway for the new South Madison Branch! The future of the Madison Public Library is sure to be exciting, but what do you know about its past? On Thursday, April 16 at 6:00 p.m. at the South Madison Branch, join Terrie Goren, Director of the Madison Public Library Foundation, for a presentation of The History of the Madison Public Library. Terrie will be showing a DVD program of the history of Madison Public Library, including stories about the South Madison Branch. She will also discuss how you can be a part of history as we plan our new South Madison Branch Library. Come and share stories about your library experiences at the South Madison Branch, and stay after the presentation for elections for the 2009 Friends of South Madison Branch board. Refreshments will be served.
Interested in planning for the new library? Attend the next planning meeting on Tuesday, May 12 or share your comments online.
April 8th, 2009
Alicia
Stop in the Meadowridge Branch Library on Saturday, February 28th from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to shop for used books and audiovisual materials, and to purchase some delicious baked goods! Friends only from 9:00-10:00. Open to all 10:00-2:00. Dealers welcome, but NO SCANNERS allowed before 10:00. Join at door: $5 individuals, $15 family, $25 dealers and other businesses. Bag sale begins at 12:00. All proceeds benefit the Meadowridge Branch Library.
February 26th, 2009
Alicia
Thousands of books at bargain prices are yours for the picking at the Friends of the Central Branch Library Used Book Sale, Thursday, February 12 through Saturday, February 14. Stop in and browse our huge selection!
- Thursday, February 12, 12 - 6 p.m. Members only preview, join at the door!
6 - 8 p.m. Sale opens to the public.
- Friday, February 13, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Saturday, February 14, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., bag sale 12 - 2 p.m.
Can’t make it to the sale? Visit the Friends Bookshop at the Central Branch. We’re also always accepting donations for future sales.
February 6th, 2009
Alicia
And they’re easy to wrap! At the Books Are Great Gifts website, you can watch your favorite authors speak about giving books as gifts and find reviews and recommendations from top review sources like the New York Times Book Review and National Public Radio. There are also many holiday book suggestions to help you match the perfect book to everyone on your gift list, whether they enjoy adventure, romance, mystery, cooking, or travel–the possibilities are endless!
Find great deals on books at the library - ongoing book sales are always available at the Friends’ Book Store at the Central Library, and several branches have ongoing sale shelves as well.
December 12th, 2008
Molly
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