Play, Dance, Make
The weather may be a little frightful, but these events are truly delightful!
Upcoming events give kiddos the chance to meet some new friends, dance the day away, and make something awesome.
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Featured news, events, and stories from Madison Public Library
Winter Weather Updates
All Madison Public Libraries are open regular hours on Wednesday, February 13.
Panels + Pizza
T(w)eens ages 10-13 are welcome to join their peers for Panels + Pizza, a monthly meet-up to read and discuss graphic novels.
Art at Ashman: Endangered
Derek Hobbs current art series Endangered highlights vulnerable to critically endangered animal species across the globe. The Chinese symbol shown in red essentially means go, move or displacement intended to bring our awareness to the fact that we are encroaching on their natural habitats.
All are welcome to enjoy his work on display now through February at Alicia Ashman Library.
Wonder of Learning
The Wonder of Learning exhibition will be on view January 25, 2019 - May 1, 2019 in the Playhouse Gallery of Overture Center and the Youth Services room on the lower level of Madison Public Library, Central Library.
Learn more at wonderoflearningwisconsin.org
Artist-in-Residence: Rodney Lambright II
Introducing Rodney Lambright II as he begins his artist residency with the Bubbler at Central Library! Rodney is an illustrator, animator, and writer who uses animation and cartoons as a vehicle to tell honest narratives. His work explores the depths of individual's perceptions, questioning binary thinking and investigating gray areas of life.
Learn more about his residency and upcoming workshops with the Bubbler!
Pinney Library Opens January 7
Pinney Library to open at 9am on Monday, January 7 in year-long interim space at 211 Cottage Grove Road
Changes to Flipster
Beginning January 2, 2019, only certain SCLS libraries will continue subscribing to Flipster. But don't worry, Madison Public Library is one of them!
In order to access your favorite magazines, you'll need to log in with Madison Public Library's user ID and password.
Contact your nearest Madison library and ask for credentials!
Call for Public Art
The Pinney Public Art application deadline has been extended! The Bubbler at Madison Public Library is currently accepting proposals for two public art installations. Application is open until February 18, 2019. Learn more and apply!
Library Journal Star Library
Madison Public Library received a 4-star rating for third consecutive year in Library Journal’s Index of Public Library Service for 2018. An enormous "thank you" to all of our library staff, customers, partners, and supporters for helping to make this happen!
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