Kids & Families

Get ready for the summer reading program: pick up a reading challenge sheet, tie-dye your own book bag, have some Kona Ice, and get some colorful face paint! There's plenty of fun to be had as we kick off summer at the library!

Special guests will join us to share stories, songs, and more in a series of interactive programs. Geared towards ages birth to 6 years.

Join us for the Bubble Wonders Show with master of bubbles, Geoff Akins! Bubble Wonders is part science, part art, part inspiration, and 100% fun! It combines the art and science of bubbleology with heartfelt life-lessons and encouragement. 

Singer/Songwriter Corey Hart is back by popular demand for another summer session of musical magic. Geared towards ages 0-6 years.

Through hands-on experiments and fun, interactive stories, kids will get excited about the science that’s all around us as we celebrate the scientists who color our world with art! 

Forte Studios offers high quality Dance, Voice, and Acting education in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. Experience performances from some of the studio’s students, then have a little taste of the dance classes they offer.

Registration is requested. Please email cabaer [at] rgpl.org (cabaer[at]rgpl[dot]org) or contact the library to let us know you're coming!

Release your artistic talents with the help of staff from the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art. All are welcome to come and create!

Colombian singer/musician Angela Puerta brings a unique blend of entertainment and education to young audiences in both English and Spanish.

Grandparents and grandchildren are encouraged to work together with the help of multi-talented community artist, Alicia Rheal! All ages are welcome to come and make a keepsake book to share!

Registration is required for this program. Please contact cabaer [at] rgpl.org (cabaer[at]rgpl[dot]org) to sign up!

Celebrate a summer of reading! Join us at the Municipal Pool, enjoy some Culver’s custard, and have some family fun.

Please read and share our behavior guidelines with your children.

Are you about to embark on a new adventure like potty training your child? There is help waiting for you in the Parent Zone of our children's department. Take a look at the variety of resources this special collection has to offer.