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Madison Public Library’s tradition of promoting education, literacy and community involvement has enriched the City of Madison for more than 145 years. Our nine locations throughout the City of Madison are open six days per week and welcome over 2.2 million visits each year. Visit the library online at http://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org. Our social media policy reflects that of the City of Madison. You can read the full policy here: https://www.cityofmadison.com/policy/social-media

This Tues, September 15, is National Voter Registration Day. The City Of Madison Clerk encourages all voters to verify t...
09/13/2026

This Tues, September 15, is National Voter Registration Day. The City Of Madison Clerk encourages all voters to verify their registration at MyVote.wi.gov. If your address or name have changed, you've recently moved, etc. you may need to register to vote again.

However, you're in luck - the City Clerk's Office has partnered with organizations around the City of Madison, Wisconsin Government to offer voter registration drives from September 14-19.

You can visit any of our nine Madison Public Library locations on Tuesday (Sept 15), Wednesday (Sept 16), or Saturday (Sept 19) and stop by the Clerk's office table in order to register to vote. Visit madpl.org/registertovote to learn specific times and confirm the proof of address documents needed to register.

Do you have a grandparent in your life who isn't as mobile as they used to be? Or maybe that grandparent is you? One way...
09/13/2026

Do you have a grandparent in your life who isn't as mobile as they used to be? Or maybe that grandparent is you? One way to stay connected and informed is to use Madison Public Library's Home Service program!

The program is for both individuals and organizations like assisted living or nursing home facilities- anyone living within Madison's city limits who has an ongoing physical condition that prevents them from coming to the library. You'll work with our library staff to share what you enjoy reading; we'll curate a list of books and other library materials for you (large print, DVDs, magazines, etc.), and a home service volunteer will deliver the items to you on a regular monthly schedule, returning them once you're finished, free of charge.

Recently, our staff received a lovely bouquet from a Home Service patron with a card attached reading, "I am so grateful for the care and concern you have showed in picking out books for me. -Ilene"

Learn more and consider giving the service a try at madpl.org/homeservice

The neighborhood surrounding the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park is unique within the City of Madison. It's home to ...
09/13/2026

The neighborhood surrounding the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park is unique within the City of Madison. It's home to a growing population, many of whom are bilingual.

We're excited to say that the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park will feature bilingual signage throughout the building in English and Spanish! We're hoping to continue improving access to library materials and resources by removing language barriers at other library locations, as well.

Please remember that LanguageLine live interpretation is available at all Madison Public Library locations and helps our staff bridge the gap when it comes to more than 200 languages, including American and British Sign Language.

Sunday hours are back at three Madison Public Library locations beginning tomorrow (Sunday, Sept 13)!You can stop in to ...
09/12/2026

Sunday hours are back at three Madison Public Library locations beginning tomorrow (Sunday, Sept 13)!

You can stop in to visit Central, Lakeview, or Goodman South Madison Libraries between 1-5pm during Sunday hours from Labor Day through Memorial Day. These extra weekend hours are perfect for indoor play with little ones, research projects, art projects, or simply more flexiblity for browsing library materials and picking up holds. Remember, there is no phone service during Sunday hours.

The Friends of Alicia Ashman Library are hosting their fall book sale on Sat, Sept 26 from 9am - 4pm in the community ro...
09/12/2026

The Friends of Alicia Ashman Library are hosting their fall book sale on Sat, Sept 26 from 9am - 4pm in the community room.

The sale is an opportunity to find great bargains and support the library. You'll find prices on adult and children's books, CDs and DVDs ($2 or less). Plus, a bag sale will take place from 2:30-4pm for $5/bag. The Friends of Alicia Ashman Library can only accept cash or checks (No credit cards or bills over $20).

Learn more and see other upcoming book sales at madpl.org/book-sales

Lots of folks have already picked up their Center: Imagination yard signs, but if you haven't gotten yours yet there's s...
09/11/2026

Lots of folks have already picked up their Center: Imagination yard signs, but if you haven't gotten yours yet there's still time!

Pick one up from Lakeview, Hawthorne, Pinney and, new this week, Central Library, while supplies last. These beautiful signs were designed by artist Jinx King of Hijinx Mixed Media and they're a great way to show off your library love and excitement over the addition of a TENTH Madison Public Library location in the City of Madison, Wisconsin Government on the northeast side.

Help us welcome the Imagination Center Library by adding a colorful sign to your yard!

As part of Hispanic Heritage Month, we're inviting our youngest readers and their families to enjoy the next Bilingual S...
09/10/2026

As part of Hispanic Heritage Month, we're inviting our youngest readers and their families to enjoy the next Bilingual Storytime at Pinney Library.

Little ones ages 5 and under are invited to visit us on Sat, September 19 from 10-10:30am for 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and playful activities in English and Spanish. No registration required.

Quilting can carry stories, traditions, and connections across generations. On Thurs, September 24, join Textitles for a...
09/10/2026

Quilting can carry stories, traditions, and connections across generations. On Thurs, September 24, join Textitles for a screening of the PBS short film American Seams, followed by a conversation with special guest Molli Pauliot. Pauliot is a member of the Ho-Chunk Nation Buffalo Clan, and will share her experience with Ho-Chunk quilting traditions as a maker and educator.

Textitles is a free monthly discussion group facilitated and sponsored by the Textile Arts Center of Madison that explores textile and fiber art through films, books, podcasts, and the stories behind them.

This free monthly program will take place at Pinney Library from 6-7:30pm. Registration is required, please visit textileartsmadison.org/textitles-1 to save your spot.

The schedule for the Wisconsin Book Festival Fall Celebration is online now! We can't wait for what's sure to be a weeke...
09/10/2026

The schedule for the Wisconsin Book Festival Fall Celebration is online now! We can't wait for what's sure to be a weekend to remember at Madison Public Library and across the entire City of Madison, Wisconsin Government from October 15-18 as the Wisconsin Book Festival celebrates its 25 annual Fall Celebration.

With nationally acclaimed authors like #1 New York Times bestseller Roz Chast and NPR Weekend Edition Saturday host Scott Simon, as well as locally loved voices like former Democratic Party of Wisconsin chair, Ben Wikler, or the amazing round-up of Former and Current Poet Laureates Brenda Cárdenas, Oscar Mireles and Angie Trudell Vasquez, now's the time to save the date and start making your plans to attend Wisconsin's premier literary event!

Visit wisconsinbookfestival.org to learn more.

Looking for an activity to enjoy with the whole family?Our Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations are about to begin, and ...
09/09/2026

Looking for an activity to enjoy with the whole family?

Our Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations are about to begin, and we want to invite you to join us for our very first event, Bilingual Family Yoga with Areli!

On September 12 from 10-10:30am at Pinney Library, join us for a free yoga class where abuelitos, tíos, parents, siblings, and little ones can enjoy a morning of movement, breathing, and relaxation together.

The session will be in English and Spanish, so everyone can participate! No registration is required.

¡Te esperamos!

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