Winter & Spring 2024
January 6 - May 16 See our events calendar for dates and times. Sometimes, events change due to circumstances out of our control. Changes made to this page will be marked in green. Storytime
Mondays at 10:00 am for children 0-5 and their caregivers Sing, talk, read, write, and play with our Youth Services team! With stories, songs, and rhymes for our youngest friends, followed by a craft. Music + Movement Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:00 am for children 0-5 and their caregivers Move and dance to the music! This active time with bubbles and favorite songs is followed by free play. Now with two sessions for your convenience! Free Play Tuesday (New Day!) Tuesdays at 3:30 pm for school-age kids Join us every Tuesday after school for LEGO, playdough, games, and puzzles—something different every week. Try a challenge or just free play! The Page Turners Book Club (New Program!) 1st Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30 pm for school-age kids at 3rd-5th grade reading level Bring the book you are currently reading and describe why you like it or don't like it to the group. The library will have new books for this age group for everyone to explore. We'll end with a snack! Storyline Available any time — call 608-328-7024. For kids and families. With a new story every two weeks! Kid Kits Monthly School-age kids can make fun projects with these take-home kits. Pick up at the Children’s Desk. Teen Drop-in
Fridays from 2-4:00 pm April 18, May 9 for teens in grades 6-12 Stop by the Teen Area for social times with friends, plus games, puzzles, and contests—something different every time. Come by anytime during the event. Teen Late Night - Middle School Fridays from 6:30-9:00 pm (New time!) April 25 for teens in grades 6-8 Our teen late nights have changed, with separate events planned for middle schoolers and high schoolers. Join us for food, fun and friends after hours. Sign up & permission slips are required. Stuffie Sleepover
Drop off Thursday, May 1 Pick up Friday, May 2 Bring your favorite stuffed animal friends to the library for a special sleepover! We’ll send them home with a photo book of their adventures. |
Friend Speed Dating
Thursday, April 17 from 5-7:00 pm For adults only Let’s make friends! Rotate seats to meet a bunch of new people, enjoy conversation, and get connected by us after the event. Plant Swap & Bee Hives Friday, May 16 from 1-4:00 pm all are welcome Grow your garden and your knowledge! Learn from Master Gardeners, take home new plants, and discover how to welcome bees with Three Bees—including a hands-on reed hive activity. Bring seeds, clippings, or starter plants to swap and share! Coffee & Chat Senior Book Club
2nd Mondays at 10:00 am & 3rd Wednesdays at 2:00 pm at Behring Senior Center Library Lunchtime Book Club 2nd Wednesdays at 11:00 am Pork & Beans Book Club 2nd Fridays at 4:00 pm PaperCraft Take and Make Projects Monthly Get crafty anytime with these project kits for adults. Pick up at the Checkout Desk. Smartphone & Computer Basics For adults All classes are full. Call or stop in if you need assistance, and we'll do what we can to help! Have a smartphone or tablet that’s new to you? Want to use a computer? We’re starting with the basics—no experience is needed. Space is limited; sign up for one session in advance starting January 6. Tuesday, January 14 at 11:00 am Friday, February 7 at 1:00 pm Tuesday, March 4 at 11:00 am Tuesday, April 8 at 3:00 pm Tuesday, May 6 at 10:00 am |