Join the Carpe Librum Book Club in reading Yellowface by R.F. Kuang! This month's pick follows the story of June Hayward, an unsuccessful young author who decides to steal the manuscript of a former classmate after her untimely death and publish the work as her own. Plagiarism aside, the stolen work focuses on the experience of Chinese immigrants, leading June to falsely present herself as an Asian-American woman when she is not. Yellowface is a satirical thriller that tackles issues related to race, the publishing industry, and social media.
New members are welcome to join our discussions at any time—no sign-up is necessary! Copies of Yellowface will be available for check-out at the circulation desk beginning on May 1.
Join us for some super big fun! Start your summer reading adventure! Pick up your cape, mask and adventure activity log book - have a free Kona Ice, and at 2 PM, enjoy a great show with juggling comedy team Miller and Mike!
Get ready to stretch your imagination muscles with . . .
Keep track of how much you read and earn prizes, and a book of your choice! Throughout the summer there will be outdoor performances, storytimes with guest presenters, in-library DIY maker stations, and more. Come to our Summer Program Kickoff to have a free Kona Ice, and pick up your materials including a T-shirt cape and cool mask! No sign-ups this year, all you need is a program booklet, available in the library, or if you'd like to track your reading online, a Badge Book to help you follow the Beanstack App.
If you would like to use a Badge Book and track your reading online, just go onto Beanstack, and come in to pick up a Badge Book!
Programs for All Ages:
Programs will be held in the Municipal Shelter unless noted otherwise.
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MONDAY, June 10th: 1-3 PM
SUMMER PROGRAM KICKOFF! (In front of the library, 2107 Julius St.)
Join us for some super big fun! Start your summer reading adventure! Pick up your cape, mask and adventure activity log book - have a free Kona Ice, and at 2 PM, enjoy a great show with juggling comedy team Miller and Mike!
SATURDAY, JUNE 15 @ 1 PM
FAMILY ADVENTURE HIKE (meet in the Municipal Shelter)
Decorate your own walking stick and come along with members of the Ice Age Trail Alliance for a hike on the trail.
Get a glimpse of the wonder programs offered by the Ice Age Trail!
TUESDAY, JUNE 18 @ 1 PM
SING, SING A SONG WITH LAURA DOHERTY (at Northwest Dane Senior Services, 1837 Bourbon Rd., Cross Plains)
Nationally touring folk artist Laura Doherty performs a mix of upbeat folk-pop tunes from her five award-winning albums. She'll include a few golden oldies of yesteryear, that seniors can dance to with their little ones, in this inter-generational family show. Meet some adorable puppet friends: Jazzasaurus, Muddy Pubbles, and Domingo the Flamingo!
MONDAY, JUNE 24 @ 1 PM
ZOOZORT! (at Glacier Creek Middle School, 2800 N. Military Rd.)
Come and meet some new animal friends with expert animal educator Noelle Bezio. Children will get to see and touch the animals, as we all learn to love and respect our animal kingdom.
SATURDAY, JULY 6 @ 10 AM
ART CART EXTRA (at Municipal Shelter)
Release your artistic talents with the help of staff from the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art. All are welcome to come and create! Best for children ages 5 and older.
SATURDAY, JULY 20 @ 10:30 - 1:30 PM
CARDBOARD CONSTRUCTION (Library Community Rooms)
Drop in for a build-our-own adventure with expert cardboard engineer Skot Rieffer! Kids under the age of 9 should have a grown-up helper.
TUESDAY, JULY 23 @ 1 PM
JUGGLING FUNNY STORIES WITH CHRIS FASCIONE (Library Community Rooms)
Chicago's own stoyteller & juggler extraordinaire is sure to delight and inspire. Chris incorporates his acting, mime, juggling, and comedic skills to both entertain and lead children into the world of books
SATURDAY, AUGUST 3: 6-8 PM
BIG SPLASH POOL PARTY!!
(Municipal Pool)
Take your adventure under water and celebrate your summer reading! Children under the age of 9 must be accompanied by an adult. Bring the whole family!
Something for Everyone:
Dungeons and Dragons (ages 13 and up): Monday - Friday, July 15-19, 10 - 11:30 (Library Community Rooms)
Dungeon Master Skot Rieffer is ready to take us on an excieing, adventurous campaign through a land of your own creation. Are you ready? To register, please contact Catherine at the library. Limited to 7 players.
Dungeons and Dragons (ages 9-12): Tuesday & Thursday, July 16 &18, 2-3:30 (Library Community Rooms)
Dungeon Master Skot Rieffer will introduce new players to the world of this role creative playing game! To register please contact Catherine at the library. Limited to 7 players.
Music with Corey (ages 0-6): Mondays, June 24 - August 5, 10 AM (Municipal Shelter)
Singer/Songwriter and child-whisperer Corey Hart is back by popular demand for another summer session of musical magic!! You definitely won't want to miss Corey's many amazing talents!
Once Upon a Storytime (ages 0-6): Thursdays, June 13 - Aug.1, 10 AM (Municipal Shelter)
Join us each week for visits from some very special guests, including school librarians, Wisconsin Water Librarian Anne Moser, and even Firefighter Freddy!
6/13 - Christina Makos
6/20 - Ms. Catherine
6/27 - Firefighter Freddy
7/11 - Krista Thusius (Spanish/bilingual stories)
7/18 - Ms. Catherine
7/25 - Anne Moser (Wisconsin Water Librarian)
8/1 - Catherine Olson (Music Together)
Tween Book Club (ages 10 and up): Monday, July 22 @ 2 PM (Municipal Shelter)
Join the club and share your enthusiasm for reading with your friends. Come and let us know what you are choosing to read this summer! Snacks provided.
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Come to the library once a month to work on your fiber arts project and chat with fellow crafters! All fiber and fabric arts projects are welcome—knitting, crochet, sewing, embroidery, cross stitch, etc. This is a drop-in program that anyone is welcome to attend. Bring yourself and whatever your latest project is—we look forward to seeing you!