Creative Movement and Dance for Little Ones with the Isthmus Dance Collective

Enjoy dance, creative movement, songs and stories that get children thinking creatively and problem solving while having fun. Creative Movement and Dance is brimming with energy, curiosity, creativity, and fun geared towards kids aged 2-4 and but with plenty of fun to ......More

Enjoy dance, creative movement, songs and stories that get children thinking creatively and problem solving while having fun. Creative Movement and Dance is brimming with energy, curiosity, creativity, and fun geared towards kids aged 2-4 and but with plenty of fun to be had for caregivers and siblings. All levels of participation are welcome, and we suggest caregiver interaction especially for children under 3yrs. Dancers will learn about physical and spatial concepts by exploring the ideas through self-generated movement and play. The highest priorities are having fun, learning concepts that are useful for both dance and life at large, and expanding physical and linguistic vocabularies. View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/creative-movement-and-dance-little-ones-isthmus-dance-collective-32151

Pinney Library - Youth Program Room

Pinney Saturday Music Series - presenting Cumbia Cachaca

The Pinney Saturday Music Series welcomes performers on the first Saturday of the month! (Intended audience is adults, teens, and older children.) Cumbia Cachaca explores traditional Colombian music of Afro and Native heritage, such as Bullerengue, Gaita music, Tambor......More

The Pinney Saturday Music Series welcomes performers on the first Saturday of the month! (Intended audience is adults, teens, and older children.) Cumbia Cachaca explores traditional Colombian music of Afro and Native heritage, such as Bullerengue, Gaita music, Tambora music, and mixes it with urban music, electronic music, and contemporary sounds.  The series is generously sponsored by The Friends of Pinney Library. View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/pinney-saturday-music-series-presenting-cumbia-cachaca-46861

Pinney Library - Community Rooms A and B Combined

Movement Exploration

Caregivers and children (5 & under) are invited to come and play together in a movement friendly environment. Different play prompts will be set up each week to encourage crawling, climbing, balancing and more in an open play setting! View this event at https://www.m......More

Caregivers and children (5 & under) are invited to come and play together in a movement friendly environment. Different play prompts will be set up each week to encourage crawling, climbing, balancing and more in an open play setting! View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/movement-exploration-32258

Pinney Library - Youth Program Room

First Monday, First Person

Memoir writing coach Sarah White facilitates this FREE read-and-share event. Receive group feedback on your first-person writing from like-minded people. Nonfiction and memoir readings should be about 5-7 minutes long, true, and yours to tell. Listeners welcome as wel......More

Memoir writing coach Sarah White facilitates this FREE read-and-share event. Receive group feedback on your first-person writing from like-minded people. Nonfiction and memoir readings should be about 5-7 minutes long, true, and yours to tell. Listeners welcome as well as readers. Contact Sarah White if you have questions: [email protected] or 608-347-7329. No advance registration required. Food and nonalcoholic beverages are welcome! View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/first-monday-first-person-29883

Pinney Library - Community Room B

Pen Pals Writing Group

Are you struggling to carve out time to write that novel, screenplay, or other work of fiction you've always been meaning to write? Are you battling writer's block? Are you looking for people to read what you've written and provide feedback? Try Pen Pals, an all-experi......More

Are you struggling to carve out time to write that novel, screenplay, or other work of fiction you've always been meaning to write? Are you battling writer's block? Are you looking for people to read what you've written and provide feedback? Try Pen Pals, an all-experience-levels-welcome group for fiction writers and fiction writer hopefuls! Once a week, bring in a laptop or notebook and surround yourself with other writers striving toward similar goals. During the first hour, we'll feedback-swap, discuss our projects, and brainstorm solutions to story issues. The remaining hour is all for writing! Linea Kemsley, local fanfiction author, captains Pen Pals and provides baked goods and warm beverages every week. View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/pen-pals-writing-group-49376

Pinney Library - Community Room A

[FULL] Teejop & Beyond: Let's Make a Friendship Bracelet

Registration is full. If you'd like to be added to a wait list, email [email protected] or call 608-224-7100. This hands-on workshop is an introduction to the use of beads, both natural materials like porcupine quills, bones, and shells and manufactured ......More

Registration is full. If you'd like to be added to a wait list, email [email protected] or call 608-224-7100. This hands-on workshop is an introduction to the use of beads, both natural materials like porcupine quills, bones, and shells and manufactured beads made in European countries. Participants will view a variety of beaded objects made by Melanie Sainz. The hands-on activity includes creating your own bracelet using natural deerskin, natural and dyed porcupine quills, and variety of beads. Supply kits (beading needles, thread, bees wax, deerskin) will be provided and a demonstration will be shared. Each participant will create their own personally designed bracelet. This program is for people aged 14+. About the presenter: Melanie Tallmadge Sainz was born in Baraboo and raised in the Wisconsin Dells area. She is an artist, cultural arts educator, arts administrator, and enrolled member of the Ho-Chunk Nation of Wisconsin. She was recognized as the Educator of the Year in 2024 by the Museum of Wisconsin Art. As the Executive Director of Little Eagle Arts Foundation (LEAF), Melanie mentors new and emerging Native artists, facilitates workshops and cultural arts programs, and co-produces LEAF's annual Native Art Marketplace, the organization's signature event in collaboration with Taliesin Preservation in Spring Green. Part of the Teejop & Beyond: Celebrating Native Nations series in partnership with Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison and made possible thanks to the Friends of Madison Public Library. Visit madpl.org/teejopandbeyond for more info. View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/full-teejop-beyond-lets-make-friendship-bracelet-47986

Pinney Library - Community Room B

After-School Art with Amy

Join local artist Amy Mietzel for hands-on art projects! For ages 5-12. View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/after-school-art-amy-32034

Pinney Library - Youth Program Room

Multi-age Storytime (ages 5 and under)

READ and PLAY together with children 5 & under! Engaging with books, songs and playful experiences all help children develop communication skills, patience, empathy, and pre-reading skills​ and helps to build a lifelong love of reading. Library programs are always free......More

READ and PLAY together with children 5 & under! Engaging with books, songs and playful experiences all help children develop communication skills, patience, empathy, and pre-reading skills​ and helps to build a lifelong love of reading. Library programs are always free. Siblings and childcare groups are welcome. View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/multi-age-storytime-ages-5-and-under-32152

Pinney Library - Youth Program Room

Baby Storytime (ages birth to 17 mo)

READ and PLAY with your favorite baby! Reading, singing, talking, and playing with your baby from the beginning is important because the roots of language are developing in a baby’s brain even before they can talk! Library programs are always free. Siblings and childca......More

READ and PLAY with your favorite baby! Reading, singing, talking, and playing with your baby from the beginning is important because the roots of language are developing in a baby’s brain even before they can talk! Library programs are always free. Siblings and childcare groups are welcome. View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/baby-storytime-ages-birth-17-mo-32153

Pinney Library - Youth Program Room

Youth Graphic Novel Book Club Discussion of Lo and Behold

Join us at Pinney Library on the first Wednesday of every month to discuss an older kids/tween graphic novel! No reservation needed. Light snacks provided. Lo and Behold by Wendy Mass, Gabi Mendez, & Cai Tse Plot: 'With her life recently turned upside down, 12-year-o......More

Join us at Pinney Library on the first Wednesday of every month to discuss an older kids/tween graphic novel! No reservation needed. Light snacks provided. Lo and Behold by Wendy Mass, Gabi Mendez, & Cai Tse Plot: 'With her life recently turned upside down, 12-year-old Addie is uncomfortable in her own skin until the world of virtual reality sparks her imagination and leads to an exciting new project, a new friend, and to reconnecting with who she's always been'--Provided by publisher. View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/youth-graphic-novel-book-club-discussion-lo-and-behold-37721

Pinney Library - Studio

Chapters Teen Writing Club

Chapters Teen Writing Club is a fun and supportive writing group for teens. Enjoy delicious snacks, get inspired, and feel your creativity flow! Chapters is for middle and high school students of all writing levels. Local authors Carole Madrzak and Linea Kemsley lead ......More

Chapters Teen Writing Club is a fun and supportive writing group for teens. Enjoy delicious snacks, get inspired, and feel your creativity flow! Chapters is for middle and high school students of all writing levels. Local authors Carole Madrzak and Linea Kemsley lead the group. View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/chapters-teen-writing-club-49381

Pinney Library - Community Room A

Creative Movement and Dance for Little Ones with the Isthmus Dance Collective

Enjoy dance, creative movement, songs and stories that get children thinking creatively and problem solving while having fun. Creative Movement and Dance is brimming with energy, curiosity, creativity, and fun geared towards kids aged 2-4 and but with plenty of fun to ......More

Enjoy dance, creative movement, songs and stories that get children thinking creatively and problem solving while having fun. Creative Movement and Dance is brimming with energy, curiosity, creativity, and fun geared towards kids aged 2-4 and but with plenty of fun to be had for caregivers and siblings. All levels of participation are welcome, and we suggest caregiver interaction especially for children under 3yrs. Dancers will learn about physical and spatial concepts by exploring the ideas through self-generated movement and play. The highest priorities are having fun, learning concepts that are useful for both dance and life at large, and expanding physical and linguistic vocabularies. View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/creative-movement-and-dance-little-ones-isthmus-dance-collective-32154

Pinney Library - Youth Program Room

Celebrando a Frida Kahlo / Celebrating Frida Kahlo: Henderson 4K Art Reception

Exhibición especial de arte inspirada por los autorretratos de Frida Kahlo creada por estudiantes de 4K de Henderson. ¡Ven y celebra a Frida Kahlo!  •Manualidades  •Comida   Special art exhibition inspired by Frida Kahlo’s self-portraits made by Henderson 4K student......More

Exhibición especial de arte inspirada por los autorretratos de Frida Kahlo creada por estudiantes de 4K de Henderson. ¡Ven y celebra a Frida Kahlo!  •Manualidades  •Comida   Special art exhibition inspired by Frida Kahlo’s self-portraits made by Henderson 4K students. Drop-in and celebrate Frida Kahlo!  •Craft Activities  •Snacks  View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/celebrando-frida-kahlo-celebrating-frida-kahlo-henderson-4k-art-reception-49151

Pinney Library - Youth Program Room

Friends of Pinney Library + bernie & zuzu Screenprinting Collab

The Friends of Pinney Library commissioned local artist and past Pinney Studio Artist-in-Residence Bernie Witzack to create a unique one-of-a-kind design.  The goal of this design was to reflect the fun, community spirit of Pinney Library and we think Bernie got it jus......More

The Friends of Pinney Library commissioned local artist and past Pinney Studio Artist-in-Residence Bernie Witzack to create a unique one-of-a-kind design.  The goal of this design was to reflect the fun, community spirit of Pinney Library and we think Bernie got it just right!  The Friends of Pinney Library sell this limited edition print on canvas bookbags at some of their events.  Now is your opportunity to pull your very own screenprint of this design collab onto a piece of heavy weight paper that you can take home or give as a gift to share your love of Pinney Library. Bernie shares, 'They commissioned me to come up with a design that reflected the fun, community spirit of Pinney Library - and this is the design they choose! It's a playful nod to the shape of a book cover and relates to all that can be found within a book, and all the fun abstract details and designs that can be found all over Pinney!' Paper will be provided for each attendee to make one print to take.  Sorry, no outside or alternative paper, fabric, or other materials can be used during this screenprinting opportunity. About The Friends of Pinney Library: The Friends of Pinney Library is a group of volunteers who, like you, take pride in their library and are dedicated to supporting it. The Friends believe in and advocate for free, equitable, and inclusive access to the public library by the community. About bernie & zuzu: bernie & zuzu is named for Bernie Witzack and our original founder, the late and great Zuzu Boss Cat. bernie & zuzu is all about unique, one-of-a-kind goods with bold, bright color. bernie & zuzu is run out of a studio in the Madison Enterprise Center at 100 S. Baldwin Street in Madison, Wisconsin on ancestral Ho-Chunk land. Bernie hand screen prints all her goods at Madison's community printmaking collective Polka! Press. View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/friends-pinney-library-bernie-zuzu-screenprinting-collab-45951

Pinney Library - Studio

Movement Exploration

Caregivers and children (5 & under) are invited to come and play together in a movement friendly environment. Different play prompts will be set up each week to encourage crawling, climbing, balancing and more in an open play setting! View this event at https://www.m......More

Caregivers and children (5 & under) are invited to come and play together in a movement friendly environment. Different play prompts will be set up each week to encourage crawling, climbing, balancing and more in an open play setting! View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/movement-exploration-33241

Pinney Library - Youth Program Room

Memory Screening

Memory screening is an important part of overall health and much like other routine health screenings. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Dane County is offering free and confidential 15 minute memory screening appointments, including educational materials about......More

Memory screening is an important part of overall health and much like other routine health screenings. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Dane County is offering free and confidential 15 minute memory screening appointments, including educational materials about memory concerns and brain health. Schedule an appointment online with the link below, by phone at 224-7100, or in person. Registration opens two weeks prior to program date. View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/memory-screening-29999

Pinney Library - Community Room A

Memory Screening

Memory screening is an important part of overall health and much like other routine health screenings. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Dane County is offering free and confidential 15 minute memory screening appointments, including educational materials about......More

Memory screening is an important part of overall health and much like other routine health screenings. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Dane County is offering free and confidential 15 minute memory screening appointments, including educational materials about memory concerns and brain health. Schedule an appointment online with the link below, by phone at 224-7100, or in person. Registration opens two weeks prior to program date. View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/memory-screening-30000

Pinney Library - Community Room A

Memory Screening

Memory screening is an important part of overall health and much like other routine health screenings. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Dane County is offering free and confidential 15 minute memory screening appointments, including educational materials about......More

Memory screening is an important part of overall health and much like other routine health screenings. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Dane County is offering free and confidential 15 minute memory screening appointments, including educational materials about memory concerns and brain health. Schedule an appointment online with the link below, by phone at 224-7100, or in person. Registration opens two weeks prior to program date. View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/memory-screening-30001

Pinney Library - Community Room A

Memory Screening

Memory screening is an important part of overall health and much like other routine health screenings. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Dane County is offering free and confidential 15 minute memory screening appointments, including educational materials about......More

Memory screening is an important part of overall health and much like other routine health screenings. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Dane County is offering free and confidential 15 minute memory screening appointments, including educational materials about memory concerns and brain health. Schedule an appointment online with the link below, by phone at 224-7100, or in person. Registration opens two weeks prior to program date. View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/memory-screening-30002

Pinney Library - Community Room A

Memory Screening

Memory screening is an important part of overall health and much like other routine health screenings. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Dane County is offering free and confidential 15 minute memory screening appointments, including educational materials about......More

Memory screening is an important part of overall health and much like other routine health screenings. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Dane County is offering free and confidential 15 minute memory screening appointments, including educational materials about memory concerns and brain health. Schedule an appointment online with the link below, by phone at 224-7100, or in person. Registration opens two weeks prior to program date. View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/memory-screening-30003

Pinney Library - Community Room A

Memory Screening

Memory screening is an important part of overall health and much like other routine health screenings. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Dane County is offering free and confidential 15 minute memory screening appointments, including educational materials about......More

Memory screening is an important part of overall health and much like other routine health screenings. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Dane County is offering free and confidential 15 minute memory screening appointments, including educational materials about memory concerns and brain health. Schedule an appointment online with the link below, by phone at 224-7100, or in person. Registration opens two weeks prior to program date. View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/memory-screening-30004

Pinney Library - Community Room A

Memory Screening

Memory screening is an important part of overall health and much like other routine health screenings. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Dane County is offering free and confidential 15 minute memory screening appointments, including educational materials about......More

Memory screening is an important part of overall health and much like other routine health screenings. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Dane County is offering free and confidential 15 minute memory screening appointments, including educational materials about memory concerns and brain health. Schedule an appointment online with the link below, by phone at 224-7100, or in person. Registration opens two weeks prior to program date. View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/memory-screening-30005

Pinney Library - Community Room A

Memory Screening

Memory screening is an important part of overall health and much like other routine health screenings. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Dane County is offering free and confidential 15 minute memory screening appointments, including educational materials about......More

Memory screening is an important part of overall health and much like other routine health screenings. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Dane County is offering free and confidential 15 minute memory screening appointments, including educational materials about memory concerns and brain health. Schedule an appointment online with the link below, by phone at 224-7100, or in person. Registration opens two weeks prior to program date. View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/memory-screening-30006

Pinney Library - Community Room A

Children’s African Story Hour - Sierra Leone (Book: A Taste of Home)

WELCOME • KARIBU • E KAABO • AKWAABA • SIYAKWAMUKELA • أهلاً و سهل  The African Studies Program at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the African Center for Community Development is proud to present the Children’s African Story Hour series. Join us each week in a......More

WELCOME • KARIBU • E KAABO • AKWAABA • SIYAKWAMUKELA • أهلاً و سهل  The African Studies Program at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the African Center for Community Development is proud to present the Children’s African Story Hour series. Join us each week in a fun and relaxing atmosphere as we share award-winning children’s literature that celebrates the diversity of art, culture, food, and language across the African continent. Participants will engage in hands-on creative activities and will have the opportunity to sample different African cuisines. Each week promises to be fun and enriching!  This program is free and for all ages of children & their families. 9/8: Africa (Book: Africa Is Not a Country) 10/13: Nigeria (Book: I'll See You in Ijebu) 11/10: Sierra Leone (Book: A Taste of Home) 12/8: Egypt (Book: Zamzam) View this event at https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/spaces/events/childrens-african-story-hour-sierra-leone-book-taste-home-32259

Pinney Library - Youth Program Room