Back to top

Adults

Madison Public Library's Library of Things

We've got that.

Pitch a Program

Do you have an idea for a library program? Fill out our program application!

Book Club Kits

Host a book discussion using one of our kits.

Book Lists

Recommended reads from your favorite genres

Sign up for a Newsletter

Get book recommendations, library news and more sent to your inbox

Go Big Read

UW-Madison's community reads program with book discussion groups and programs at our Libraries.

Live Well @ Your Library

Use our resources to help you reach your wellness goals.

Library Takeover

YOUR idea. OUR space, time, and resources. Come take over the library.

Films

Check out a film screening or choose from our large collection of DVDs and Blu-Ray DVDs.

Learning at the Library

Madison Public Library provides many opportunities for adults to learn a new skill or tool, in group workshops or with one-on-one instruction and assistance.

Request a Speaker, Tour, or Workshop-On-The-Go

Contact us at community@madisonpubliclibrary.org if you want to schedule a visit to the library or have the library come to your organization to give a brief presentation on one of the topics listed below: 

  • Things you can do with your Madison Public Library card
  • Finding Community Information Online
  • Researching Your Business Idea
  • Library services and resources for older adults and ESL patrons

If you are an Educator working with Youth age 0-18, connect with one of our Youth Services or Teen Services Librarians.

If you are interested in hosting a special event at Central Library, connect with our Special Events team to arrange a tour.

 

 

Features

Social Fabric Stitch Along

Social Fabric Stitch Along at Hawthorne Library

A stitching and needle arts community gathering where you can work on projects together and learn new skills at Hawthorne Library on the first and third Tuesday of each month.

Dec 12, 2024

Metro Transit Info Sessions

Metro Transit Info Sessions Metro Transit Outreach Specialists BRT and Fast Fare

Metro Transit employees will visit Madison Public Library to provide information on their transportation services

Oct 22, 2024

Contact