An extra thanks to
April Swe who helps make this weekly update a possibility each
week.
June
16 - June 29
The weather--
Hot! Small chances for thunderstorms here and there, but
be prepared for the heat!
Strawberry
Picking
Multiple Locations near Madison
Starting NOW through early/mid July
http://www.wiberries.org/who/region2.html
The strawberry picking season is just now starting up.
If you are looking for a great photo op for good spring pictures
this is a great opportunity. Every Father's Day I take the
kids to pick strawberries. Their annual gift to me-- I get
to take as many pictures as I like without any whining! Last
year I snapped over 400 photos! You definitely want to check
the status of the fields before heading out by calling ahead of
checking the websites. The wisberries link above will give
you locations, phone numbers, and website for many different
pick-your-own fields.
Juneteenth
Day
Penn Park 2101
Fisher St. 266-4711
Friday, June 16 and Saturday, June 17
http://www.nehemiah.org/annual_events.htm#Juneteenth
http://www.madison.com/communities/kujichagulia
Juneteenth Day
commemorates the freeing of the last African-American slaves on
June 19, 1865. In Madison's Juneteenth Celebration, sponsored
and organized by the Nehemiah Corporation, black community
members celebrate and learn more about their common heritage,
history and achievements and share them with the thousands of
other Dane County residents who enjoy the event. The Celebration
features:
- dance, music, drama, art,
poetry
- educational booths and
exhibits
- ethnic food
- a youth parade
- special children's activities
- venders and artisans
- performances
Educational and entertaining, the
Juneteenth Celebration strengthens both the African-American
community and its ties to the greater Madison community. For
more information, call 257-2453.
Juneteenth Day Celebration
Saturday, June 17 beginning at 11:00 a.m. with our Annual Parade
The Parade will proceed from the Fountain of Life parking lot at
633 W. Badger Road and climax at Penn Park, the Celebration
site.
Juneteenth Kick- Off
The Madison Juneteenth Day Celebration will be kicked off
with a Community Program on Friday, June 16, 2006 starting at
6:00 p.m. at Mt Zion Baptist Church. The kick off will consist
of a brief program that will include the presentation of the
Juneteenth Harambee and Unsung Hero Awards, followed by a
community meal. For more information contact the Kujichagulia
office at 255-5270 ext 35. Harambee "Let's Pull
Together"
Kujichagulia - Madison Center for Self Determination is the new
home of the Juneteenth Day Celebration. We are excited about
this opportunity and are looking forward to sharing it vision
with you in the near future.
Gear
Up for Kids
McKee Farms Park, 2930
Chapel Valley Rd. 270-4200 Fitchburg [MAP]
Saturday, June 17, 9:00am: Check in and free bike checks» 9:30am
to 10:30am: Start of rides (longest route starts first)
http://www.gearupforkids.org
UW Children's Hospital's non-competitive bike ride
fund-raiser, 9:30 am (register 9 am), 6/17, McKee Farms Park,
Fitchburg, with courses of 1-36 miles. $10 adv. ($30 families),
$15/$40 day of race. No pledges required. RSVP: www.gearupforkids.org
or 890-9308
Registration: You
can register online by visiting our online registration page at www.gearupforkids.org.
Advanced registration fees are $10 for individual riders and $30
for families. You can also register the morning of the ride for
$15 (individual riders) or $40 (families).
Checking in: Rider check-in begins at 9am. Local bike shops are
offering free bike inspections during check-in to ensure your
bicycle is ready to ride. Important: all riders are required to
wear helmets, and bikes should be in safe operating condition.
The routes: The ride kicks off at 9:30am, Gear Up For Kids
features four bike routes of varying lengths, from 1-36 miles.
During the ride: Gear Up For Kids wants to make sure all
participants have a safe and enjoyable time. To that end, the
organization has made the following in-ride arrangements:
-
Volunteer
street guards and support vehicles will be stationed
throughout the routes.
-
Sub
sandwiches, drinks, cookies and other refreshments will be
available.
Feast with the Beasts 2006!
Vilas Zoo - 702 S. Randall Ave. 266-4732
June 17, 2006, 11:00 am - 7:00pm
The Zoo will open at 11:00 am admission is $5 per person or $15
for the family.
http://www.vilaszoo.org/events/index.php?Feast
A fundraiser for our favorite Free Zoo and great fun for all,
music, food & entertainment for the whole family.
- Stilt walkers, Jolly Giants,
face painters, characaturists, inflatable bouncers, Juggling
and storytelling.
- FREE Carousel rides all day at
Feast with the Beasts, provided by Alliant Energy
- loads of activities to keep the
kids entertained in the Kids "Cub Zone"
- Your favorite food carts with
local vendors selling a variety of great food will be sure to
treat your taste buds.
- Truly Remarkable Loon- Comic
Juggling by Madison's own TR Loon
- Ken Lonnquist Look for
Children's singer-story teller, on the Visitor Center terrace
performances, at 11:30. 1:00 and 2:30 pm.
Four great band on stage!
- 11:00 - 12:30 p.m. - Pupy
Costello & His Big City Honky Tonk
- 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Westside Andy
/ Mel Ford Band
- 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. - Cris Plata
with Extra Hot
- 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. - Red Hot Horn
Dawgs
Art Cart
Madison Museum of Contemporary
Art
City of Madison - See web site for map
http://mmoca.org
Monday, June 19, 2006 - Sunday, September 24, 2006
MMoCA’s popular outdoor art program hits the road again,
bringing art materials and instructors to Madison parks, schools,
and beaches on weekday mornings, afternoons, and evenings. See the
2006 Art Cart Schedule and map at http://mmoca.org
for more details. If you have a question or are concerned about
rainy weather interfering with a scheduled Art Cart appearance,
contact Stephanie at 204-3021. Art Cart is a joint project
of MMoCA and Madison School-Community Recreation.
Urban
Farm Day
Troy Gardens Troy Drive
240-0409 [MAP]
Saturday, June 24, 10:30am - noon
http://www.troygardens.org
Come out to the farm and meet the chickens, play in the
garden, and explore the prairie! Troy Gardens is a 31 acre
plot of land on the Northside of Madison which serves as an
alternative to urban development. It contains natural areas,
an organic farm, community gardens, a kids' garden, and
co-housing. We are located on the 500 block of Troy Drive.
Visit our website to learn more about our organization and the
land that brings us together!
Capital Brewery
7734 Terrace Avenue, Middleton
Friday, June 16 - 6:00pm - 9:00pm Lynnea Godfriaux & Tight
Like That
Saturday, June 17 - Noon - 4:00pm -
Lynnea Godfriaux & Tight
Like That
Saturday, June 17 - Noon - 4:00pm - AMA Event for Family Support &
Resource Center - Silent Auction, Gomeroke (w/your back-up band
the Gomers), Limbo contest, food & fun
Friday, June 23 - 6:00pm - 9:00pm Glenn Davis & the Blues
Commission
http://www.capital-brewery.com/events/music.html
Don't forget to pack your picnic, picnic blanket, toys (think
large plastic cars), bug spray, and camera. If you haven't
been, there are always at least 30 kids running around and the
whole place is fenced in (except for a small passageway just to
the right of the stage-- keep your eye on it). It is one of
the easiest family venues for live music.
Here's the scoop on
the Saturday, June 17 event...
MADISON MARKETING
PROFESSIONALS HOST FAMILY FUNFEST 2006
100% of Proceeds to Benefit FSRC
Family FunFest 2006 will take place June 17th at the Capital
Brewery from Noon to 4pm, with 100% of proceeds benefiting the
Family Support & Resource Center. Hosted by the Madison
chapter of the American Marketing Association, this year's event
features live karaoke by the Gomers, brewery tours, and plenty
of family activities including face painting, balloons and goody
bag giveaways, as well as area mascots walking around for the
kids. Major sponsors of the event are TDS and Capital Brewery.
A silent auction will be held
from 1 pm to 3 pm featuring many exciting items, including a
Treasure Island Hotel & Waterpark Family Package, Mt.
Olympus Water & Theme Park Passes, Capital Brewery Beer For
a Year Package, exclusive American Girl Doll, and gift
certificates to many area businesses, including Hawk's Landing.
Admission to the festival is free, and food and drinks will be
available for purchase.
Mallards Baseball
Warner Park - 2920 N. Sherman
Avenue
Friday, June 16; Saturday, June 7; Thursday, June 22
Friday, June 23; Saturday, June 24; Sunday, June
25
http://www.mallardsbaseball.com
For family value, minor
league ball is 10 times better than the majors! It's $6 for
adults and $4 for kids. Bring your kids baseball mitts and a
few balls. When they get restless, take them to the hill
behind the grandstands to play catch! Take your camera to
get a photo op with the larger than life mallard mascot!
Oregon Summer Fest
Kiser Firemans Park 249 Brook St. Oregon, WI 608-835-3697
Thursday, June 22 - Sunday, June 25
http://www.oregonwi.com
Brought to you by the Oregon Area Chamber of Commerce, this
four day event features activities that include a carnival midway,
marching band competition, sport tournaments, beer tent featuring
nightly live entertainment, family activity tent, home talent show
tent, business booths, exhibits by area organizations, a large
variety of food vendors, fireworks, a colossal parade on Sunday,
and usually a few fun surprises!
Madagascar
Orpheum Theatre, 216
State St. 255-8755 [MAP]
Saturday, June 24th and Sunday, June 25th: 1:00pm and 3:00pm $5.50
($5 kids). 220-2166
http://www.primatesinc.com
Pensions for Primates Campaign: Support the nonprofit
organization, Primates Incorporated, by attending the entertaining
children's movie "Madagascar".
Tickets will be sold at main entrance of the Orpheum Theatre.
Patrons will be directed to enter the Orpheum Stage Door on 121 W.
Johnson St. There will be an opportunity to purchase Primates
Incorporated merchandise and to sign up on our email list outside
the theatre entrance.
75% of the funds raised from the four matinee screenings will go
toward constructing a naturalistic indoor/outdoor primate
sanctuary in southern Wisconsin. For more information on the
nonprofit organization, Primates Incorporated, visit their website
(primatesinc.com).
Tie
Dye - free workshop
Zuzu Cafe 1336 Drake St. 260-9898 Madison [MAP]
Friday, June 23, 3:00pm - All materials provided
Bring something white to dye. Event is for kids of all ages.
Event goes from 3pm-5pm.
Jazz
in the Park
Wingra Park 824
Knickerbocker St. 266-4711 Madison [MAP]
Dudgeon-Monroe Neighborhood Association event
Saturday, June 17 2:30pm - 8:00pm - Free Event Open to the
Public
http://www.dmna.org
"Clean the Lake—Cleanse the Soul"
Swinging jazz fills the air and the community gathers to
celebrate summer! It's Dudgeon Monroe Neighborhood Association's
annual Jazz in the Park on Saturday, June 17 from 2:30 until
8:00 p.m. at Wingra Park featuring live music by the Edgewood
College Jazz Band, the Groove Project, and the King Bees. This
event is free of charge.
Monroe Street Fine Arts Center sponsors a children's activities
tent, open between 3:00 and 4:00 p.m. offering fun for the whole
family. Also, children can earn a token for a free treat from
Michael's Frozen Custard by participating in the Kid's Park
Pickup starting at 5:30 p.m.
9:30 a.m. -
12:00 p.m. Lake Wingra Clean-Up (meet at Wingra Canoe &
Sailing Center)
2:30 - 3:30 p.m. The Groove Project
3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Children's Activities (provided by Monroe
Street Fine Arts Center)
4:00 - 5:30 p.m. The Edgewood College Jazz Ensemble
5:30 - 6:00 p.m. Kid's Park Pickup (children receive tokens
for Michael's Frozen Custard)
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. The King Bees
Lakeside Kids!
Monona Terrace Rooftop
Wednesday June 14, 10:00-11:00AM
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html#kids
Come to the Monona Terrace rooftop on Wednesday mornings and enjoy
this fun children's program. Local performers and organizations
will provide entertainment, hands-on fun, and learning for
children ages 4 to 8. In the event of inclement weather,
program will be moved inside. Please call (608) 261-4042 after
8:30AM the day of event for program location.
| JUNE |
| 21 |
Downtown
Madison Children's Activity Passport Showcase - Activities
provided by WI Historical Museum, Madison Children's
Museum, WI Veteran's Museum, Central Library, & Monona
Terrace. (This program will be offered from 10AM-12PM) |
| 28 |
Black Belt
America - Workshop |
| |
| JULY |
| 12 |
ASG Thunder
All-Star Cheerleaders - Performance and Workshop |
| 19 |
YMCA Activity
Hour - 6 Activity Stations |
| 26 |
MadTown
Twisters - Performance |
Chase Concerts on
the Rooftop at Monona Terrace
Exhibition Hall, Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
One John Nolen Dr. Madison, WI 608-261-4042
Thursday, June 8 6:00PM - 8:00PM
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html
Spend your summer evenings on the rooftop of Monona Terrace.
Listen to some of the area's best music while enjoying the
spectacular views of Lake Monona and the Capitol. Community
Concerts are open to the public at no charge, so bring your family
and friends. Concerts are casual in style. Seating on the rooftop
is limited so bring a blanket or lawn chair.
Concessions (sandwiches, snacks,
beer, wine, cocktails, and soft drinks) are available beginning at
5:30PM.
JUNE
22 Clyde Stubblefield & Friends - Funk, R&B
JULY
06 KOJO - Reggae, Calypso, Soca
13 The Kissers - Celtic Rock
20 Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Sextet - Latin Jazz
27 Axel Grease- Maximum Retro Rock 'N' Roll
Barnes & Noble
Activities
#1 East Towne Mall Madison, WI 53704 241-4695
West Towne Mall 7433 Mineral Point Road Madison, WI 53717 827-0809
http://storelocator.barnesandnoble.com/events.do
Madison Public
Libraries
See below for dates, times, and locations
http://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/calendar/calendar.html
Here is all of the fun stuff going on through the Madison
Public Libraries for this week.
Friday, June 16
9:30 a.m.
Sequoya |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome.
Note: No storytime Friday, July 7. |
Friday, June 16
10:15 a.m.
Meadowridge |
Book Baby.
For babies ages 0-15 months with an adult. One adult per
baby is required. Enjoy stories, songs and movement
activites. Book sharing and social time to follow the
program. Call 288-6160 beginnig Friday, June 2 to register. |
Friday, June 16
10:30 a.m.
Sequoya |
Story
& Craft Time: Session 1. For children ages 3-5.
45 minutes. Note: No storytime Friday, July 7. Call 266-6385
beginning Friday, June 2 to register. |
Friday, June 16
11:00 a.m.
Meadowridge |
Toddler
Time. For children ages 16 - 35 months with an
adult. One adult per child is recommended. Enjoy stories,
songs and rhymes. Call 288-6160 beginning Friday, June 2 to
register. |
Friday, June 16
2:00 p.m.
Hawthorne |
Dance
Dance Revolution. Show off your dance moves on the
big screen. Always wanted to try DDR? Beginners welcome!
Call 245-4548 to register. |
Friday, June 16
7:00 p.m.
Monroe
Street |
Dance
Dance Revolution. Show off your dance moves on the
big screen. Always wanted to try DDR? Beginners welcome!
Call 266-6390 to register. |
Saturday, June 17
10:00 and 10:45 a.m.
Monroe
Street |
Music
Together. Music Together with Jo Severt is an
interactive music program for children ages 5 and under and
their families. Call 266-6390 to register. |
Saturday, June 17
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Pinney |
Make Your
Own Zines. Love magazines, writing, or art? Check
out the newest form of self-expression – zines! Learn
about the Madison Zine Fest and then get a chance to make
your own. Ages 10 and up. Call 224-7100 to register. |
Monday, June 19
9:30 a.m.
Pinney |
Book Baby.
For babies ages 0-15 months with an adult. One adult per
baby is required. Enjoy stories, songs and movement
activites. Book sharing and social time to follow the
program. Note: No programs on Monday, July 3. Call 224-7100
beginning Tuesday, May 30 to register. |
Monday, June 19
10:15 and 10:45 a.m.
Pinney |
Toddler
Time. For children ages 16 - 35 months with an
adult. One adult per child is recommended. Enjoy stories,
songs and rhymes. Note: No Toddler Time on Monday, July 3.
Call 224-7100 beginning Tuesday, May 30 to register. |
Monday, June 19
2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Sequoya |
Build A
Pet. Build your own special pet to name and
treasure. You will get to design, cut, stuff, sew and glue a
one-of-a-kind pet. All materials will be provided. For ages
7 and up. Call 266-6385 beginning Monday, June 5 to
register. |
Monday, June 19
2:00 p.m.
Monroe
Street |
Zoo to
You. Enjoy getting nose-to-nose with fellow members
of the animal kingdom, as some of Henry
Vilas Zoo's furred and feathered friends visit. Fun for
all ages. This performace has live animals. Call 266-6390
beginning Monday, June 5 to register. |
Monday, June 19
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
South
Madison |
Summer
Lunch Bunch. Bring a sack lunch to the library and
listen to Oliver Butterworth's classic children's book
"The Enormous Egg." Enjoy crafts, movies, games
and more. For children entering grades K-5. Note: No Lunch
Bunch Tuesday, July 4. Call 266-6395 beginning Tuesday, June
5 to register for the entire series. |
Tuesday, June 20
10:30 a.m.
Meadowridge |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome.
Note: No storytime Tuesday, July 4. |
Tuesday, June 20
10:30 a.m.
Monroe
Street |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome.
Note: No storytime Tuesday, July 4. |
Tuesday, June 20
10:15 and 11:15 a.m.
Lakeview |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Tuesday, June 20
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Meadowridge |
Summer
Lunch Bunch. Bring a sack lunch to the library and
listen to Oliver Butterworth's classic children's book
"The Enormous Egg." Enjoy crafts, movies, games
and more. For children entering grades K-5. Note: No Lunch
Bunch Tuesday, July 4. Call 288-6160 beginning Tuesday, May
30 to register for the entire series. |
Tuesday, June 20
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Monroe
Street |
Summer
Lunch Bunch. Bring a sack lunch to the library and
listen to Oliver Butterworth's classic children's book
"The Enormous Egg." Enjoy crafts, movies, games
and more. For children entering grades K-5. Note: No Lunch
Bunch Tuesday, July 4. Call 266-6390 beginning Tuesday, May
30 to register for the entire series. |
Tuesday, June 20
1:30 p.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
Preschool
Players. Watch your preschooler perform in fun,
easy skits. There will be three weekly, closed rehersals
before the big evening performance. Costumes provided. For
preschoolers ages 4 & 5. Registration required.
Performance: Tuesday, June 27 at 7 p.m. Call 824-1780
beginning Wednesday, May 31 to register. |
Tuesday, June 20
1:00 p.m.
Pinney |
Black
Light Camp. This unique black light show includes
music, dazzling light and special sound effects,
storytelling, puppets, and costumed characters, calculated
to tickle your funny bone. Show followed by question/answer
time. Call 224-7100 beginning Tuesday, June 6 to register. |
Tuesday, June 20
3:30 p.m.
Meadowridge |
Black
Light Camp. This unique black light show includes
music, dazzling light and special sound effects,
storytelling, puppets, and costumed characters, calculated
to tickle your funny bone. Show followed by question/answer
time. Call 288-6160 beginning Tuesday, June 6 to register. |
Tuesday, June 20
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
South
Madison |
Game Night
at the South Madison Branch Library. A night when
the library is open ONLY for kids and teens from ages 10-16!
Internet Access - Games Computer - Board and role-playing
Games - Great Teen Reads! - Pizza and snacks! Sign up is
required for each Game Night. You may sign up one week in
advance. Game Night at the South Madison is funded by a
Hands Across South Madison Grant from the Town of Madison
and the South Metropolitan Planning Council and by the
Friends of the South Madison Branch Library. Limit: 22. Call
266-6395 beginning Tuesday, June 13 to register weekly. |
Wednesday, June 21
9:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.
Pinney |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. Call
224-7100 beginning Wednesday, May 31 to register weekly. |
Wednesday, June 21
10:00 a.m.
Central |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Wednesday, June 21
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Pinney |
Summer
Lunch Bunch. Bring a sack lunch to the library and
listen to Oliver Butterworth's classic children's book
"The Enormous Egg." Enjoy crafts, movies, games
and more. For children entering grades K-5. Note: No Lunch
Bunch Wednesday, July 5. Call 224-7100 beginning Wednesday,
May 31 to register for the entire series. |
Wednesday, June 21
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
Summer
Lunch Bunch. Bring a sack lunch to the library and
listen to Oliver Butterworth's classic children's book
"The Enormous Egg." Enjoy crafts, movies, games
and more. For children entering grades K-5. Call 824-1780
beginning Wednesday,, May 31 to register for the entire
series. |
Wednesday, June 21
1:30 p.m.
Lakeview |
Preschool
Players. Watch your preschooler perform in fun,
easy skits. There will be three weekly, closed rehersals
before the big evening performance. Costumes provided. For
preschoolers ages 4 & 5. Registration required.
Performance: Wednesday, June 28 at 6:30 p.m. Call 246-4547
beginning Wednesday, May 31 to register. |
Wednesday, June 21
1:30 p.m.
Pinney |
Preschool
Players. Watch your preschooler perform in fun,
easy skits. There will be three weekly, closed rehersals
before the big evening performance. Costumes provided. For
preschoolers ages 4 & 5. Registration required.
Performance: Wednesday, June 28 at 7 p.m. Call 224-7100
beginning Wednesday, May 31 to register. |
Wednesday, June 21
2:00 p.m.
Monroe
Street |
A Visit
from WAGS. Staff from WAGS
will help kids learn more about how service dogs assist
people with disabilities and how these special dogs are
trained. A trainee dog will attend the program and do a
demonstration. Call 266-6390 beginning Wednesday, June 7 to
register. |
Wednesday, June 21
2:00 p.m.
Hawthorne |
Pet Care
Made Easy. Dane
County Humane Society staff will be on hand to teach
kids how do care for pets in a safe and responsible manner.
There will be real live animals!! Call 246-4548 beginning
Wednesday, June 7 to register. |
Wednesday, June 21
3:30 - 4:45 p.m.
South
Madison |
Learn to
Knit! For Youth Ages 11-16. Learn to knit with
knitting instructor, Amy Rountree! Beginners welcome! For
youth ages 11-16. We will be knitting blankets for homeless
cats and dogs at the Dane County Humane Society. Yarn and
knitting needles will be provided for each student. This
program is funded by the Friends of Madison Public Library.
Limit: 12. Call 266-6395 beginning Wednesday, June 7 to
register two weeks in advance. |
Wednesday, June 21
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Sequoya |
Pet Parade
Storytime. Bring your favorite stuffed animal for
this petpourri of fun featuring stories, songs, activities
and a movie. For ages 3-9 and their grown-ups. Call 266-6385
beginning Wednesday, June 7 to register. |
Thursday, June 22
9:30 a.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Thursday, June 22
9:45 and 10:30 a.m.
South
Madison |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Thursday, June 22
10:15 a.m.
Lakeview |
Book Baby.
For babies ages 0-15 months with an adult. One adult per
baby is required. Enjoy stories, songs and movement
activites. Book sharing and social time to follow the
program. |
Thursday, June 22
10:30 a.m.
Hawthorne |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Thursday, June 22
11:15 a.m.
Lakeview |
Toddler
Time. For children ages 16 - 35 months with an
adult. One adult per child is recommended. Enjoy stories,
songs and rhymes. |
Thursday, June 22
1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
Yu-Gi-Oh!.
Beginners can learn to play Yu-Gi-Oh! from Pegasus' game
experts. Already know how to play? Bring your own deck and
compete in a tournament. Ages 15 and under. Call 824-1780
beginning Thursday, June 8 to register. |
Thursday, June 22
2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Pinney |
Puppet
People. Bring your creativity to life with your own
puppets! Make Peepers, Paper Bag Puppets and much more with
new projects each month. For kids who like crafts, grades K-
5. Call 224-7100 beginning Thursda,, June 8 to register. |
Thursday, June 22
3:00 p.m.
South
Madison |
Alan
"Mr. Tricks" Tilove, Juggler. An
action-packed comedy juggling performance for all ages. Cool
juggling combined with fun-filled audience participation.
Funded by the Friends of the South Madison Branch Library.
Call 266-6395 beginning Thursday, June 8 to register. |
Thursday, June 22
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Sequoya |
Summer
Lunch Bunch. Bring a sack lunch to the library and
listen to Oliver Butterworth's classic children's book
"The Enormous Egg." Enjoy crafts, movies, games
and more. For children entering grades K-5. Note: No Lunch
Bunch Thursday, July 6. Call 266-6385 beginning Thursday,
June 1 to register for the entire series. |
Friday, June 23
9:30 a.m.
Sequoya |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome.
Note: No storytime Friday, July 7. |
Friday, June 23
10:15 a.m.
Meadowridge |
Book Baby.
For babies ages 0-15 months with an adult. One adult per
baby is required. Enjoy stories, songs and movement
activites. Book sharing and social time to follow the
program. Call 288-6160 beginnig Friday, June 2 to register. |
Friday, June 23
10:15 a.m.
Hawthorne |
Book Baby.
For babies ages 0-15 months with an adult. One adult per
baby is required. Enjoy stories, songs and movement
activites. Book sharing and social time to follow the
program. |
Friday, June 23
10:30 a.m.
Sequoya |
Story
& Craft Time: Session 1. For children ages 3-5.
45 minutes. Note: No storytime Friday, July 7. Call 266-6385
beginning Friday, June 2 to register. |
Friday, June 23
10:45 a.m.
Hawthorne |
Toddler
Time. For children ages 16 - 35 months with an
adult. One adult per child is recommended. Enjoy stories,
songs and rhymes. |
Friday, June 23
11:00 a.m.
Meadowridge |
Toddler
Time. For children ages 16 - 35 months with an
adult. One adult per child is recommended. Enjoy stories,
songs and rhymes.Call 288-6160 beginning Friday, June 2 to
register. |
Saturday, June 24
11:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Lakeview |
Yu-Gi-Oh!.
Beginners can learn to play Yu-Gi-Oh! from Pegasus' game
experts. Already know how to play? Bring your own deck and
compete in a tournament. Ages 15 and under. Call 246-4547
beginning Saturday, June 10 to register. |
Monday, June 26
9:30 a.m.
Pinney |
Book Baby.
For babies ages 0-15 months with an adult. One adult per
baby is required. Enjoy stories, songs and movement
activites. Book sharing and social time to follow the
program. Note: No programs on Monday, July 3. Call 224-7100
beginning Tuesday, May 30 to register. |
Monday, June 26
10:15 and 10:45 a.m.
Pinney |
Toddler
Time. For children ages 16 - 35 months with an
adult. One adult per child is recommended. Enjoy stories,
songs and rhymes. Note: No Toddler Time on Monday, July 3.
Call 224-7100 beginning Tuesday, May 30 to register. |
Monday, June 26
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
South
Madison |
Summer
Lunch Bunch. Bring a sack lunch to the library and
listen to Oliver Butterworth's classic children's book
"The Enormous Egg." Enjoy crafts, movies, games
and more. For children entering grades K-5. Note: No Lunch
Bunch Tuesday, July 4. Call 266-6395 beginning Tuesday, June
5 to register for the entire series. |
Monday, June 26
2:00 p.m.
Central |
Build A
Pet. Build your own special pet to name and
treasure. You will get to design, cut, stuff, sew and glue a
one-of-a-kind pet. All materials will be provided. For ages
7 and up. Call 266-6345 beginning Monday, June 12 to
register. |
Monday, June 26
2:00 p.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
A Visit
from WAGS. Staff from WAGS
will help kids learn more about how service dogs assist
people with disabilities and how these special dogs are
trained. A trainee dog will attend the program and do a
demonstration. Call 824-1780 beginning Monday, June 12 to
register. |
Monday, June 26
6:00 - 7:45 p.m.
Lakeview
. |
Chess at
the Library. Any level of experience. All ages.
Beginners welcome. |
Monday, June 26
7:00 p.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
Bucket
Boys. Do you like STOMP? Then you’ll love the
rhythmic performance of the Bucket
Boys. Using a medley of junk collected from wrecking
yards, trash bins, basements and attics, the two college
graduates create riveting music. Call 824-1780 to register. |
Tuesday, June 27
10:30 a.m.
Meadowridge |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome.
Note: No storytime Tuesday, July 4. |
Tuesday, June 27
10:30 a.m.
Monroe
Street |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome.
Note: No storytime Tuesday, July 4. |
Tuesday, June 27
10:15 and 11:15 a.m.
Lakeview |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Tuesday, June 27
10:00 a.m.
South
Madison |
Toddler
Time. For children ages 16 - 35 months with an
adult. One adult per child is recommended. Enjoy stories,
songs and rhymes. Call 266-6395 beginning Tuesday, June 13
to register. |
Tuesday, June 27
11:00 a.m.
South
Madison |
Book Baby.
For babies ages 0-15 months with an adult. One adult per
baby is required. Enjoy stories, songs and movement
activites. Book sharing and social time to follow the
program.Call 266-6395 beginning Tuesday, June 13 to
register. |
Tuesday, June 27
1:30 p.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
Preschool
Players. Watch your preschooler perform in fun,
easy skits. There will be three weekly, closed rehersals
before the big evening performance. Costumes provided. For
preschoolers ages 4 & 5. Registration required.
Performance: Tuesday, June 27 at 7 p.m. Call 824-1780
beginning Wednesday, May 31 to register. |
Tuesday, June 27
3:30 p.m.
Meadowridge |
School Age
Sudoku Tournament. Come and show your stuff at this
Sudoku tournament! There will be two levels of competition:
3rd-5th grade and 6th-8th grade. Call 288-6160 beginning
Tuesday, June 13 to register two weeks in advance. |
Tuesday, June 27
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
South
Madison |
Game Night
at the South Madison Branch Library. A night when
the library is open ONLY for kids and teens from ages 10-16!
Internet Access - Games Computer - Board and role-playing
Games - Great Teen Reads! - Pizza and snacks! Sign up is
required for each Game Night. You may sign up one week in
advance. Game Night at the South Madison is funded by a
Hands Across South Madison Grant from the Town of Madison
and the South Metropolitan Planning Council and by the
Friends of the South Madison Branch Library. Limit: 22. Call
266-6395 beginning Tuesday, June 13 to register weekly. |
Tuesday, June 27
7:00 p.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
Preschool
Players Performance. Watch your preschooler perform
in fun, easy skits. There will be three weekly, closed
rehersals before the big evening performance. Costumes
provided. For preschoolers ages 4 & 5. Registration
required. Call 824-1780 beginning Wednesday, May 31 to
register. |
Tuesday, June 27
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Meadowridge |
Summer
Lunch Bunch. Bring a sack lunch to the library and
listen to Oliver Butterworth's classic children's book
"The Enormous Egg." Enjoy crafts, movies, games
and more. For children entering grades K-5. Note: No Lunch
Bunch Tuesday, July 4. Call 288-6160 beginning Tuesday, May
30 to register for the entire series. |
Tuesday, June 27
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Monroe
Street |
Summer
Lunch Bunch. Bring a sack lunch to the library and
listen to Oliver Butterworth's classic children's book
"The Enormous Egg." Enjoy crafts, movies, games
and more. For children entering grades K-5. Note: No Lunch
Bunch Tuesday, July 4. Call 266-6390 beginning Tuesday, May
30 to register for the entire series. |
Wednesday, June 28
9:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.
Pinney |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. Call
224-7100 beginning Wednesday,, May 31 to register weekly. |
Wednesday, June 28
10:00 a.m.
Central |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Wednesday, June 28
1:30 p.m.
Pinney |
Preschool
Players. Watch your preschooler perform in fun,
easy skits. There will be three weekly, closed rehersals
before the big evening performance. Costumes provided. For
preschoolers ages 4 & 5. Registration required.
Performance: Wednesday, June 28 at 7 p.m. Call 224-7100
beginning Wednesday, May 31 to register. |
Wednesday, June 28
1:30 p.m.
Lakeview |
Preschool
Players. Watch your preschooler perform in fun,
easy skits. There will be three weekly, closed rehersals
before the big evening performance. Costumes provided. For
preschoolers ages 4 & 5. Registration required.
Performance: Wednesday, June 28 at 6:30 p.m. Call 246-4547
beginning Wednesday, May 31 to register. |
Wednesday, June 28
3:30 - 4:45 p.m.
South
Madison |
Learn to
Knit! For Youth Ages 11-16. Learn to knit with
knitting instructor, Amy Rountree! Beginners welcome! For
youth ages 11-16. We will be knitting blankets for homeless
cats and dogs at the Dane County Humane Society. Yarn and
knitting needles will be provided for each student. This
program is funded by the Friends of Madison Public Library.
Limit: 12. Call 266-6395 beginning Wednesday, June 7 to
register two weeks in advance. |
Wednesday, June 28
5:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Lakeview |
Community
Writing Assistance. |
Wednesday, June 28
6:30 p.m.
Lakeview |
Preschool
Players Performance. Watch your preschooler perform
in fun, easy skits. There will be three weekly, closed
rehersals before the big evening performance. Costumes
provided. For preschoolers ages 4 & 5. Registration
required. Call 246-4547 beginning Wednesday, May 31 to
register. |
Wednesday, June 28
7:00 p.m.
Pinney |
Preschool
Players Performance. Watch your preschooler perform
in fun, easy skits. There will be three weekly, closed
rehersals before the big evening performance. Costumes
provided. For preschoolers ages 4 & 5. Registration
required. Call 224-7100 beginning Wednesday, May 31 to
register. |
Wednesday, June 28
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
Summer
Lunch Bunch. Bring a sack lunch to the library and
listen to Oliver Butterworth's classic children's book
"The Enormous Egg." Enjoy crafts, movies, games
and more. For children entering grades K-5. Call 824-1780
beginning Wednesday, May 31 to register for the entire
series. |
Wednesday, June 28
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Pinney |
Summer
Lunch Bunch. Bring a sack lunch to the library and
listen to Oliver Butterworth's classic children's book
"The Enormous Egg." Enjoy crafts, movies, games
and more. For children entering grades K-5. Note: No Lunch
Bunch Wednesday, July 5. Call 224-7100 beginning Wednesday,
May 31 to register for the entire series. |
Thursday, June 29
9:30 a.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Thursday, June 29
9:45 and 10:30 a.m.
South
Madison |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Thursday, June 29
10:15 a.m.
Lakeview |
Book Baby.
For babies ages 0-15 months with an adult. One adult per
baby is required. Enjoy stories, songs and movement
activites. Book sharing and social time to follow the
program. |
Thursday, June 29
10:30 a.m.
Hawthorne |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Thursday, June 29
11:15 a.m.
Lakeview |
Toddler
Time. For children ages 16 - 35 months with an
adult. One adult per child is recommended. Enjoy stories,
songs and rhymes. |
Thursday, June 29
1:00 p.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
Dance
Dance Revolution. Show off your dance moves on the
big screen. Always wanted to try DDR? Beginners welcome!
Call 824-1780 to register. |
Thursday, June 29
1:00 p.m.
Hawthorne |
Magic of
Reading. The Magic Man invites you to come enjoy a
comedy magic show that's fun for children of all ages. He
started long ago by reading books on magic from the library,
so come and enjoy as he promotes the "Magic of
Reading" in a show intertwined with audience
participation that's ready to amaze and amuse. Call 246-4548
beginning Thursday, June 15 to register. |
Thursday, June 29
3:30 p.m.
South
Madison |
Magic of
Reading. The Magic Man invites you to come enjoy a
comedy magic show that's fun for children of all ages. He
started long ago by reading books on magic from the library,
so come and enjoy as he promotes the "Magic of
Reading" in a show intertwined with audience
participation that's ready to amaze and amuse. Call 266-6395
beginning Thursday, June 15 to register. |
Thursday, June 29
6:30 p.m.
Pinney |
Evening
Family Sotrytimes. Bring the family and enjoy
stories, crafts and book-based short films. Fun for
everyone, especially children 5 and under. |
Thursday, June 29
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Sequoya |
Summer
Lunch Bunch. Bring a sack lunch to the library and
listen to Oliver Butterworth's classic children's book
"The Enormous Egg." Enjoy crafts, movies, games
and more. For children entering grades K-5. Note: No Lunch
Bunch Thursday, July 6.Call 266-6385 beginning Thursday,
June 1 to register for the entire series . |
McFarland
Public Library
5920 Milwaukee Street
http://www.mcfarland.wi.us/calendar.asp
Library Program -
"Some Fun!"
Tuesday, June 20 - 2:00PM-3:00PM
McFarland Public Library - Meeting Room
Take some time to paws for entertaining stories, games and
crafts about our friends from the animal world. For kids in
grades 1-5. Please register at the library, or by calling
838-9030, beginning Monday, June 5, so we have enough materials
on hand.
Library-Preschool Story Time
"Furry Tales"
Tuesday, June 20 - 10:30AM-11:30AM
McFarland Public Library - Meeting Room
(Note: no story time on July 4.) This summer series of 30-minute
programs is for young children up to age 6. An enjoyable mix of
books, stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Drop on in!
Library Program-“Stories,Juggling
& Magic"
Thursday, June 22 - 2:00PM-3:00PM
McFarland Public Library - Meeting Room
“There’s Something Fishy Going On” – stories, juggling
& magic with Bob Kann We’re excited about this summer’s
line-up of family programs, and hope you will be, too. All
programs are held in the large meeting room off the library’s
central lobby. No registration needed.
Library Program - "Some
Fun!"
Tuesday, June 27 - 2:00PM-3:00PM
McFarland Public Library - Meeting Room
Take some time to paws for entertaining stories, games and
crafts about our friends from the animal world. For kids in
grades 1-5. Please register at the library, or by calling
838-9030, beginning Monday, June 5, so we have enough materials
on hand.
Library-Preschool Story Time
"Furry Tales"
Tuesday, June 27 - 10:30AM-11:30AM
McFarland Public Library - Meeting Room
(Note: no story time on July 4.) This summer series of 30-minute
programs is for young children up to age 6. An enjoyable mix of
books, stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Drop on in!
Eager
Free Library, Evansville
39 W. Main St. 608-882-2260
Evansville [MAP]
RSVP: 882-2260
http://als.lib.wi.us/EFPL
Tuesday Craft Times for
Preschoolers
Library craft times for preschoolers will continue throughout
the summer on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. This is a great way to ensure
that your child is getting some great experiences with eye-hand
coordination. Registration is not necessary for these craft
programs.
Thursday Preschool Storytimes
Regular preschool storytimes will also continue throughout the
summer on Thursdays at 10 a.m. Summer story time themes include: June 22 - Self / Me, June 29 -
Insects, July 6 - Babies, July 13 - Gardens, July 20 - Hens &
Chicks, July 27 - Movement, August 3 - Fish/Oceans, August 10 -
Cowboys, August 17 - Moon & the Stars, August 24 - School.
Registration is not necessary for the preschool craft and
storytimes. Please note that activities that require
pre-registration below are proceeded by an asterisk (*). All
programs start at 2 p.m. unless noted. Special events include:
*Monday, June 19 - Backyard Feathered Friends - Paint a
birdhouse for your own backyard.
*Tuesday, June 20 - Origami Animals with Joyce Fujikawa
*Thursday, June 22 - Rock County Animals with Brian Buenzow
*Friday, June 23 - Teen Program: Animal Heroes -Amazing animal
adventures with Mary Knudson
*Monday, June 26 - Jump Frog Jump! -How far can a frog jump or
swim! Join in for Frog Fun!
Tuesday, June 27 Storyteller - Robin Hoefer - No registration
needed for this program.
*Thursday, June 29 - The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly! - Some
animals have a bad reputation. Come learn the truth!
Tuesday, July 4 - Library closed for Independence Day
*Thursday, July 6 - Something Fishy! - Create a scratch art fish
picture.
Friday, July 7 - Surprise Animal video or DVD!
*Monday, July 10 - Computer Time - Explore animal websites with
Sheryl Oberle.
*Tuesday, July 11 - Teen Program: Computer Time - Explore the
Internet with Sheryl Oberle.
*Thursday, July 13 - MOOOVE on over to the Library! - Make
homemade butter and ice cream.
*Monday, July 17 - 4-H Kids. - Find out about Rock County 4-H
projects.
*Tuesday, July 18 - 4-H Kids. - Find out about Rock County 4-H
projects.
*Thursday, July 20 at 6:30 p.m. - Miniature Aquariums with Dr.
David Watson.
Friday, July 21 - Teen Program: Wild Animal Jeopardy! - Be a
part of a team and test your animal knowledge.
For more information about the
summer library program, please call 882-2275, stop at the library,
39 W. Main Street, Evansville or check their website: http://als.lib.wi.us/EFPL.
Madison Children's Museum
100 State Street
http://www.madisonchildrensmuseum.com
Here's the schedule of
events at the Children's Museum this week.
| Family
Stories |
|
Fri,
Jun 16, 2006 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM |
| Family
Portraits |
|
Fri,
Jun 16, 2006 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Handprint
Art |
|
Sat,
Jun 17, 2006 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
| Family
Trees |
|
Sat,
Jun 17, 2006 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Know
My Bones |
|
Sun,
Jun 18, 2006 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Skeleton
Art |
|
Mon,
Jun 19, 2006 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Tots
in Motion |
|
Tue,
Jun 20, 2006 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM |
| Design
a Creature |
|
Thu,
Jun 22, 2006 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
| Movement
Stories |
|
Fri,
Jun 23, 2006 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM |
| Yoga
on the Square |
|
Sat,
Jun 24, 2006 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Toddler
Music |
|
Sat,
Jun 24, 2006 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM |
| Toothbrush
Timers |
|
Sat,
Jun 24, 2006 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Quilting
Corner | |
