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A picture is worth a thousand words, and what wonderful stories those pictures tell! On Sunday, November 8 at 2:00 p.m., join Ginny Moore Kruse, Director Emeritus of the Cooperative Children’s Book Center of UW-Madison (CCBC) in the James Watrous Gallery of the Overture Center for the Arts for a discussion of The Fine Art of Children’s Book Illustration, on display now through December 6th. The exhibit features the works of several of Wisconsin’s most accomplished illustrators of children’s books, including Lois Ehlert, Kevin Henkes, and Ellen Raskin. Bring the family and pick out your favorite art, then stop in the Central Library to check out some picture books (we’re open 1 - 5 p.m. on Sundays). Also on the 8th, stop by the Madison Children’s Museum for a diorama workshop from 1 - 3 p.m. Registration is required; contact McKenzie Glynn at mglynn@madisonchildrensmuseum.org or call 256-6445 ext. 18.
Save the date for an evening with Kathleen Horning, Director of the CCBC. On Thursday, November 19, 7 p.m. at the Sequoya Library, join us for a presentation about picture book illustration with slides of art from recently published picture books. Horning is the author of From Cover to Cover: Evaluating and Reviewing Children’s Books, a look at some of the best in children’s literature and a guide to selecting and suggesting books for young children. School Library Journal deems her “one of the most influential librarians you’ll ever meet - and one of the kindest.” She has served on the Newbery Award Committee, the Coretta Scott King Award Committee, and many more, and worked at the Madison Public Library as a children’s librarian for a number of years. Horning recently wrote an article on Wisconsin picture book illustrators for the Fall 2009 issue of Wisconsin People & Ideas Magazine.
Although Horning’s presentation is intended for adults, interested children ages 10 and up are welcome to join us. Register online or call 266-6385. This event is made possible thanks to a generous grant from the Madison Community Foundation to the Sequoya Library to develop the Art of the Picture Book Collection.
November 4th, 2009
Alicia
This year, teens are encouraged to experience something out of this world, expand their horizons, and Read Beyond Reality for Teen Read Week 2009, occurring October 18 - 24 at the Madison Public Library. The Library has scheduled a number of programs for teens in grades 6 through 12 to help celebrate teen literacy, including costume parties, a poetry slam, and more.
The festivities start early with a screening of the popular film “Twilight” on Friday, October 16 at 3:30 p.m. at the Lakeview Library. Pizza will be served. Space is limited; register online or by calling 246-4547. A permission form signed by a parent or guardian is required for entry to this PG-13 film.
It will be a “bloody” good time at two Twilight-themed costume parties celebrating the upcoming November release of the “New Moon” movie. Join other vampire fans for movie clips, trivia, food, and more. Dress as your favorite characters and be sure to brush up on Twilight facts: the winner of “Best Costume” will take home 4 tickets for the upcoming release of “New Moon,” and the “Twilight Trivia Star” will receive a full set of Stephenie Meyer’s Twilight books! Register in advance to save your spot at one of these parties:
Funding for Twilight costume parties is provided by the Friends of the Meadowridge Branch Library and the Friends of the Pinney Branch Library.
Bring your friends to the Hawthorne Library on Tuesday, October 20 from 3:30 - 5 p.m. for a Guitar Hero free-play. We’ll provide pizza and soda to keep you energized for playing, singing, and rocking to your favorite songs.
On 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 16th, 2009
Alicia
October is National Eat Better, Eat Together Month. This is a great time to celebrate family meals. Find books at the library like Sandi Richard’s Dinner Survival: Cooking for the Rushed that will help the whole family get on track, eating healthy and spending time together.
Dinner Survival features Richard’s unique and time-conscious approach to developing 10 weeks’ worth of menus including full-color photos, grocery lists and tips for how to make a healthy dinner every night.
October 15th, 2009
Molly
October is a good time for exploring monsters and creepy crawlies in a safe, not-so-scary way. Find books at the library to share with your kids that won’t leave them scrambling for the night light.
Our Not So Scary Stories for Kids list features classic monster books like Maurice Sendak’s Where the Wild Things Are, soon to be released as a major motion picture, and the empowering The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything by Linda Williams, a story about taking charge of your fears.
October 8th, 2009
Molly
During October and November, visit the Sequoya Library Children’s Area for an exhibit of works by local picturebook illustrator Michael Kress-Russick. Illustrations are from the recently released picturebook “Moon over the Mountain” by Keith Polette.
This exhibit is made possible thanks to a generous grant from the Madison Community Foundation to the Sequoya Library supporting the Art of the Picture Book collection.
October 2nd, 2009
Alicia
Wednesday, September 30 was Higher Education Day in Wisconsin, highlighting the importance of young people planning for their educational futures, and providing access to resources about educational options and financial aid. Middle schoolers and teens have the chance to add to their college savings with an essay contest, open to 4th, 5th and 6th graders in Wisconsin, and a video contest, open to 7th through 10th graders in Wisconsin. Both offer the opportunity to win College Savings Accounts from EdVest.
Four lucky readers won scholarships through participation in the 2009 Teen Reading Program, they will be receiving their prize checks in a celebration on Saturday, October 3, 12:00 p.m. at the Lakeview Library. KnowHow2Go representatives will be on hand to answer your questions about many aspects of going to college. Refreshments and snacks will be served.
October 1st, 2009
Alicia
The Annual Firetruck Parade takes place this Sunday, October 4th at 1:00 p.m. starting at the intersection of State Street and Lake Street in downtown Madison. The parade will proceed up State Street, finishing at the State Capitol, where vehicles will be on display until 3:00 p.m.
The Central Library begins Sunday hours this same day, so stop by the Central Library after the parade to find books about firetrucks, including:
Starting Sunday, October 4, the Central Library at 201 W. Mifflin St. opens for walk-in service 1-5 p.m. and continues Sunday hours through April 24, 2010. It’s easy to park on Sundays, and on-street parking is free!
September 30th, 2009
Molly
Madison Parks is offering evening hayrides in Elver, Warner and Olin Parks this October and November. Each hayride trip is one hour: 30 minute ride, 30 minute campfire and ‘smores. The wagon, pulled by a tractor, will take your group on a scenic tour of the park.
In addition to the Madison Park Hayrides, the area is full of autumn activities. The Madison area hosts a variety of apple orchards, country hayrides, colorful changing leaves, corn mazes and pumpkin patches.
For a complete listing of area autumn activities, visit our Autumn Activities program page.
September 28th, 2009
Molly
The votes for the 2009 Favoreads and Teen’s Choice Awards have been counted, and here are this year’s winners!
Favoreads Awards:
1st Place: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Greg Heffley’s Journal by Jeff Kinney
2nd Place: Year of the Dog by Grace Lin
3rd Place: Kiki Strike: Inside the Shadow City by Kirsten Miller
Teen’s Choice Awards:
1st Place: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Greg Heffley’s Journal by Jeff Kinney
2nd Place: Maximum Ride: The Angel Experiment by James Patterson
3rd Place: Notes from the Midnight Driver by Jordan Sonnenblick
You can find these books at your public library. Madison Public Library copies will be proudly wearing their Favoreads and Teen Choice medals. Congratulations and thanks for voting!! See past Favoreads and Teen’s Choice winners.
September 25th, 2009
Alicia
Board game enthusiasts: challenge your family to a battle of wits and strategy while playing some exciting classic and new board games at Sequoya Library Family Game Nights! On the last Tuesday of the month, September through November, engage in the fun of family play while learning to play some new board games which focus on analytical thinking, storytelling, cooperative and competitive play among other skills. Open to children aged 5 and up, everyone is invited to join in the fun - bring mom and dad, grandma and grandpa, uncles and neighbors! Games and instruction provided by local game enthusiasts. Games include Ticket to Ride, Quandry, FITS, Bohnanza and more. Space is limited, so please register for sessions in advance online or by calling 266-6385.
Interested in learning more about board games based on strategy and creative thinking? Read this short introduction from GatePlay (links to a commercial site).
September 24th, 2009
Alicia
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