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Fall 2026
September 14-December 18 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. Library Playdate
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday September 8-10 from 10 am-12 noon for children 0-5 and their caregivers Join us for open play and social time! Library staff will not be present. 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. Free Play Tuesday Tuesdays at 3:30 pm for school-age kids Join us every Tuesday after school for LEGO, blocks, games, puzzles, pretend play, or other hands-on activities—something different every week. Try a challenge or just free play! Kids’ Clue Game Tuesday, September 29 from 6-7:30 pm For kids and families Can you find out which local celebrity has been naughty? Join us for a life-size Clue game, where you find the evidence and expose the culprit! Costume Swap Friday, October 9 from 2-4 pm All are welcome Find the perfect Halloween costume for your kids (or yourself) at our pre-loved Costume Swap! Full costumes, pieces, accessories, and props will all be available. Costumes are free—please take only what you need to build a fun fall costume. After the event, remaining costumes will be available at Marta Prahl Agency, 109 W 8th St. Halloween Storytime for All Kids Friday, October 30 from 2-4 pm For kids and families Join us for a seasonal afternoon of spooky stories with guest readers and a hands-on haunted path full of gooey and icky sensory fun. Read to a Dog Thursday, November 12 from 6-7:30 For kids and families We are all ears at this event as we “paws” to read to a dog! Trained therapy dogs will be onsite and ready to hear you read to them. Kids’ Gift Shop Thursday, December 3 from 5-7:30 pm For kids and families It’s the season to give gifts! Children are welcome to select a gift from our “shop,” wrap it and have it ready to give to a loved one. Gifts are free—children will not need money. Storyline for kids and families Available any time — call 608-328-7024. With a new story every two weeks! Kid Kits School-age kids can make fun projects with these take-home kits, available on the first of each month, while supplies last. Pick up at the Children’s Desk. You can be the Kid Librarian!
Show off your favorite books! Youth ages 8-12 are invited to fill out an application to be a Kid Librarian! The Kid Librarian will select favorite materials with one of our staff members. Their book selections will be displayed on our Kid Librarian shelf for two weeks. Application forms are available at the YS Desk, or you can find one on our website to print at home. Teen Late Night
Fridays from 6:30-9:00 pm September 25, October 23 & November 20 for teens in grades 6-12 Teen Late Night is a great way to relax and have fun at the library! Join us for food, fun and friends after hours. Sign up & permission slips are required. Teen Drop-in Fridays from 2-4:00 pm October 16, November 6 & December 4 for teens in grades 6-12 Stop by the Teen Area for social times with friends, plus games, puzzles, crafts, and contests. Come by anytime during the event. |
Craft & Sip: Cotton Ball Paintings
Tuesday, September 22 from 5:30-7:00 pm for adults and teens Unleash your inner artist in this low-stakes paint night. Join us for a cozy, relaxing program where we'll use cotton balls, Q-tips, and tissues to create stunning, textured paintings on canvas. Refreshments provided while supplies last! Adult Game Night: Party Games Tuesday, October 6 from 5:30-7:30 pm for adults only Let’s play party games like Cards Against Humanity, Telestrations, and similar fast-paced favorites. Expect laughs, tons of fun, and plenty of chances to jump in. Participants are welcome to bring their favorite games to share. Refreshments provided while supplies last. Forensic Crime Lab Tuesday, October 20 from 5:30-7:00 pm All are welcome Step into the world of real-life crime solving and forensic investigation! This presentation by Robert Block will explore the fascinating field services of the Wisconsin Crime Lab and discover how each area of analysis, from drug evidence to crime scene investigation, helps bring truth to light. Part of the Wisconsin Science Festival. Understand and Maintain Your Furnace Tuesday, November 10 from 6:00-7:30 pm for adults and teens Don't let a cold house or unexpected repair bills ruin your winter! Join experts from Project Home for this comprehensive presentation, covering basic components to troubleshooting, that empowers you to take control of your home's heating system. Craft & Sip: Rope Bracelets & Mini Baskets Tuesday, November 17 from 5:30-7:00 pm for adults and teens Transform clothesline rope into a mini basket or a colorful bangle with cloth scraps and string. No sewing or crochet skills needed. Refreshments provided while supplies last. Peaceful Puzzling Tuesday, December 8 from 5:30-7:30 pm All are welcome All ages are welcome to piece together jigsaw puzzles, sip warm cocoa, and enjoy cozy vibes with friends and family. Hot cocoa and cider bar provided while supplies last. PaperCraft Take and Make Projects Monthly Get crafty anytime with these project kits for adults. Pick up at the Checkout Desk while supplies last. Coffee & Chat Senior Book Club 2nd Mondays at 10:00 am and 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 Seeking Donations: Costume Swap & Kids’ Gift Shop
Do you have lightly-used Halloween costumes, accessories, props, and beyond? Bring clean costumes in good condition to the library between September 14 and October 8. All sizes are welcome. Do you have small gifts, appropriate for adults, to donate? Gently used or new items such as mugs, journals, candles, lotion would be lovely. Bring items to the library between September 14 and December 2. |
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