Events Calendar

The Hawthorne Anime Club was created to give people a place to gather, watch, and talk about Japanese animation.  The club is intended for adults and older teens. All screenings will be in Japanese with English subtitles.  Occasionally films or series with mature content will be screened.  Call ahead to reserve your spot!

(masks are required and no refreshments can be served due to Covid-19 restrictions)

Check out our Friday Night Flicks at Pinney Library, every 2nd & 4th Friday beginning at 6pm! Movies will be shown in the Community Room on the large projection screen. Light snacks and refreshments served; Closed Captioning active when available. Recommended for Adults Only as some movies may contain mature themes.

"Jerry and Marge Go Large" (2023), Rated PG-13, 1h 36m

Synopsis: Based on the true story about long-married couple Jerry and Marge Selbee, who win the lottery and use the money to revive their small town.

Starring: Bryan Cranston, Annette Bening, Rainn Wilson

Join Library Naturalist-in-Residence Qwantese for an immersive experience combining the serenity of nature with the art of reflective writing and meditation as we create nature-inspired collaborative art. Bring a notebook & your favorite writing tool.

Location: Edna Taylor Conservation Park

802 Femrite Dr.

Madison, WI 53716

Registration for this workshop begins two-weeks prior to the event. Registration will open August 25 at 9:00am.

Accessibility Notes: Access Ability Wisconsin is an organization dedicated to ensuring everyone has access to nature and the outdoors. Contact Access Ability directly to learn more about requesting an outdoor wheelchair. https://locations.accessabilitywi.org/reserving or 608-886-9388.

Part of the MPL Naturalist-in-Residence. For more information visit madpl.org/naturalist. The Naturalist-in-Residence is made possible in part by generous support of the Friends of Madison Public Library and in partnership with Madison Parks.

Learn the craft of macramé with Fiddlesticks Knits! This technique uses knotting to create a decorative textile. 

Space is limited for this event; registration is required. To register, click the link below or call Lakeview Library at 608-246-4547.

This event supported by Friends of Lakeview Library.

About the presenter

Fiddlesticks Knits aims to make the art and skill of fiber arts accessible to everyone. More than a store, Fiddlesticks endeavors to cultivate a community that supports creativity, practical self-reliance, and feminist empowerment. All are welcome to shop, craft, learn, and gather regardless of skill level, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, race, immigration status, ability, and/or socioeconomic status.