Madison Public Library Foundation

09/23/2026

This September–December, sign up for a library card in person at the Imagination Center Library and receive a special Welcome to the Neighborhood booklet!

Read more here: https://bit.ly/september-library-card

09/23/2026

Another great Wisconsin Book Festival event coming up next week! More information below!

09/23/2026

“I love the library! So many good, fun people are at Ex Libris and new restaurant and beverage places to learn about!”

Meet some of the Tasting Partners who will make Ex Libris a night to remember!

Join us for Madison Public Library’s fall fundraiser on November 6 from 7–10 p.m. at Central Library. Get tickets here: https://bit.ly/ExLibris-2026

Herbiery
Restoration C***r
Level 5 Donuts
Lucille
Ian's Pizza

09/22/2026

Thank you to the WMTV 15 News team for highlighting the grand opening of The Imagination Center Library, the first new neighborhood library in 25 years.

For a full calendar of exciting Grand Opening events please visit:
https://bit.ly/4iNpYGd

Watch the clip at: https://bit.ly/3V0FHrz

Madison Public Library

The Imagination Center at Reindahl Park, the first new Madison Public Library branch in 26 years, will open on Friday.

09/22/2026

Live music, tours, art, and more! The Grand Opening for the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park is the place to be on Friday, September 25 (3-8pm) and Saturday, September 26 (10am - 4pm).

Join us in welcoming ’s tenth location and exploring the newest four-season parks pavilion–all within beautiful Reindahl Park. A ribbon cutting ceremony will kick things off from 3-4pm on Fri, Sept 25, and the fun continues into Saturday with an all-day celebration from 10am - 4pm. Learn more at madpl.org/imaginationopening

Images courtesy of JLA Architects

09/21/2026

So excited for this event! More information below!

09/17/2026

It's time to celebrate what your gifts have made possible! Join us at the grand opening weekend of the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park! We can’t wait to be among the first to set foot in this new community hub on the northeast side.

The doors open with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, September 25 from 3-4pm followed by family-friendly activities, including a movie in the park, self-guided tours, interactive art, live music, food trucks, and more. Save the date and get more event details at madpl.org/imaginationopening

Images courtesy of JLA Architects

09/16/2026

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Madison Public Library, this September 15–October 15. Explore Hispanic and Latine culture through bilingual programs, art, music, films, hands-on activities and opportunities to connect with the community.

You can also explore 30,000+ films on donor-supported Kanopy, including a collection celebrating Hispanic and Latine heritage, all free with your library card.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/latino-heritage

09/16/2026

Sip and sample food and drinks from local favorites at Ex Libris! Meet some of the Tasting Partners who will help make the night memorable.

Join us for Madison Public Library’s fall fundraiser on November 6 from 7–10 p.m. at Central Library. Get tickets here: https://bit.ly/ExLibris-2026

American W**e Project
Casetta
Coopers Tavern
Dancing Goat Distillery
Full Mile B**r Company & Kitchen

Thank you to these wonderful local businesses, and stay tuned for more!

09/11/2026

Madisonians know that our food and beverage scene can't be beat. Meet a few of the Tasting Partners that will make your night at Ex Libris memorable.

JustVeggiez
Great Dane Pub & Brewing
Ice Cream Social
Café Hollander
Banzo
Rusty Dog Coffee

Thank you to these wonderful local businesses, and stay tuned for more!