Tiny Stories, Huge HeartsNeighborhood Narratives is an audio storytelling project from the Madison Public Library, created in collaboration with local businesses and community members. The project features short, sixty-second stories shared by residents, offering a...
Kids
Book Club
Wednesday, April 23rd 7pm Scholar led discussion by: Humanities Scholar, Candance Van DamREADING GROUPThe Cost of Free Land is the 2025 One Book South Dakota By: Rebecca Clarren Growing up, Rebecca Clarren only knew the major plot points of her tenacious immigrant...
Summer Reading
Babies - PreschoolersGet ready for fun—Storytime kicks off June 2 and happens every Monday at 5:30 PM and Wednesday at 11:00 AM! Heads up: We'll be taking a little break on June 30 and July 2 to celebrate the holiday week. Have fun playing 1,000 books Bingo with your...
Storytime
Winter StorytimeWinter Storytime Session Starts November 2 through December 1, 2025. Music Storytime: Mondays at 5:30pm Snowflakes, songs, and storytime fun Winter Storytime: Tuesdays at 11 am Stories and activities target age 3-5, but all ages welcome. Space is...
Book Blizzard
Read from the list and share your thoughts for a chance to win!Book Blizzard 20261. Read Pick a book Choose a Blizzard Book You do NOT have to read all of them Take a ballot for EACH book If you’ve already read a book on the list - awesome! Fill out a Review! 2....
The Math Machine
Find a fun daily math story on the website (bedtimemath.org), on the free app (Bedtime Math), or check out one of Bedtime Math books from the library.These stories are for everyone! The math questions at the end are leveled, starting at kindergarten and building...
Pages for Pizza
Earn pizza just by READING! How it Works: Keep track - We've made a handing Reading Record you can print! Your child needs to live in Lake County, or attend a Madison school, Chester Area School, or Oldham-Ramona-Rutland School. Your child does not need to have a...
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Even if you’re not an expert birdwatcher, you’re sure to know a cardinal when you see one. Their beautiful red feathers make them one of the most loved birds in America. Cardinals live in the eastern United States only so if you live west of the Rocky Mountains,...
Kids Corner
Find great books, fun events, and activities to spark your child’s love of reading. Whether your little one is just discovering picture books or your older reader is ready for their next big adventure, there’s something here for every age and interest.
Our Kids’ Corner is more than a place to find books. It’s a space to learn, imagine, and connect. Families can enjoy storytimes, craft days, and other hands-on programs that make learning fun. It’s a welcoming spot where curiosity is encouraged and creativity thrives.
Stop by to explore, play, and grow together. The library is here to help your family discover the joy of reading and a lifelong love of learning.
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Programs
Tiny Stories, Huge HeartsNeighborhood Narratives is an audio storytelling project from the Madison Public Library, created in collaboration with local businesses and...
Wednesday, April 23rd 7pm Scholar led discussion by: Humanities Scholar, Candance Van DamREADING GROUPThe Cost of Free Land is the 2025 One Book South Dakota By:...
Babies - PreschoolersGet ready for fun—Storytime kicks off June 2 and happens every Monday at 5:30 PM and Wednesday at 11:00 AM! Heads up: We'll be taking a little...
Winter StorytimeWinter Storytime Session Starts November 2 through December 1, 2025. Music Storytime: Mondays at 5:30pm Snowflakes, songs, and storytime fun Winter...
Read from the list and share your thoughts for a chance to win!Book Blizzard 20261. Read Pick a book Choose a Blizzard Book You do NOT have to read all of them Take a...
Find a fun daily math story on the website (bedtimemath.org), on the free app (Bedtime Math), or check out one of Bedtime Math books from the library.These stories are...
Earn pizza just by READING! How it Works: Keep track - We've made a handing Reading Record you can print! Your child needs to live in Lake County, or attend a Madison...
Even if you’re not an expert birdwatcher, you’re sure to know a cardinal when you see one. Their beautiful red feathers make them one of the most loved...
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