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This event is in the "Berea" group.

Open Studio

4:00pm - 8:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, How To, Music, Technology Classes, Workshop

Open Studio

The Joan Kleine Creative Studio is open for everyone! Whether you're working with our equipment, bringing in your own projects, or just want to see what's happening at the studio, drop on by for our open hours!

The Creative Studio features:

  • Recording booth & sound studio
  • 3D printers
  • Cricut Maker
  • Laser Cutter
  • Sewing machine
  • Art supplies
  • And much more!
This event is in the "Berea" group.
This event is in the "Richmond" group.
This event is in the "Virtual" group.
This event is in the "Off Site" group.

Independence Day - All Locations Closed

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Berea, Richmond, Virtual, Off Site
Description:

All locations of the Madison County Public Library will be closed. We will reopen the following day for our regular hours.

This event is in the "Berea" group.
This event is in the "Richmond" group.
This event is in the "Virtual" group.
This event is in the "Off Site" group.

Independence Day - All Locations Closed

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Berea, Richmond, Virtual, Off Site
Description:

All locations of the Madison County Public Library will be closed. We will reopen the following day for our regular hours.

This event is in the "Richmond" group.

Preschool Story Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

This is a program for preschool age children ages 3-5. When your child is too old for Baby & Toddler Time, move up to Story Time.

This event is in the "Richmond" group.

Lunch Bunch

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary, Teens
Program Type: Food
Event Details:
Join us on weekdays (Monday-Friday) from 12 pm to 1 pm for Lunch Bunch! All guests 18 and under eat free, and older guests are welcome to bring their own food.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Berea" group.

Lunch Bunch

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary, Teens
Program Type: Food
Event Details:

Join us on weekdays (Monday-Friday) from 12 pm to 1 pm for Lunch Bunch! All guests 18 and under eat free, and older guests are welcome to bring their own food.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Berea" group.

Teen Scene: Tin Punch Lanterns

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Every great adventure needs a lantern to light the way. Using a hammer and nails we will create our own tea light punch lanterns. We will provide everything needed to create a lantern for your next adventure.

This event is in the "Richmond" group.

Teen Scene: Tin Punch Lanterns

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Every great adventure needs a lantern to light the way. Using a hammer and nails we will create our own tea light punch lanterns. We will provide everything needed to create a lantern for your next adventure.

This event is in the "Berea" group.

Open Studio

4:00pm - 8:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, How To, Music, Technology Classes, Workshop

Open Studio

The Joan Kleine Creative Studio is open for everyone! Whether you're working with our equipment, bringing in your own projects, or just want to see what's happening at the studio, drop on by for our open hours!

The Creative Studio features:

  • Recording booth & sound studio
  • 3D printers
  • Cricut Maker
  • Laser Cutter
  • Sewing machine
  • Art supplies
  • And much more!
This event is in the "Richmond" group.

Shut Up and Write!

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Top Floor Meeting Room #205
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Are you trying to make time for writing but just can't seem to find the space? Well, join us for this designated time on the first and fourth Sunday of each month to focus on your writing projects!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

This event is in the "Richmond" group.

GED Testing

9:00am - 1:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Conference Room #136
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

The Madison County Public Library provides a Pearson VUE GED testing site on the second Monday of the month from 9am to 1pm.  To register for your GED exam, visit ged.com and create an account. 

This event is in the "Berea" group.

Read and Play

10:00am - 11:00am
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

This is a program for children ages 0-5.  We love learning different types of literacy through reading, music, movement, and play. This program lasts 45 minutes to an hour and we could get messy so please dress appropriately!

This event is in the "Richmond" group.

Toddler Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes

Baby and Toddler Time

Join us for fun literacy-based group activities for the very young! Babies and toddlers and the adults who love them will make new friends as they play and learn. We play with a parachute, sing songs, learn finger plays, play games, dance, make music and share picture books. After our informal circle time we get out the toys and play together. For ages 0 -2 ½ years.

This event is in the "Richmond" group.

Lunch Bunch

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary, Teens
Program Type: Food
Event Details:
Join us on weekdays (Monday-Friday) from 12 pm to 1 pm for Lunch Bunch! All guests 18 and under eat free, and older guests are welcome to bring their own food.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Berea" group.

Lunch Bunch

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary, Teens
Program Type: Food
Event Details:

Join us on weekdays (Monday-Friday) from 12 pm to 1 pm for Lunch Bunch! All guests 18 and under eat free, and older guests are welcome to bring their own food.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Richmond" group.
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Do you like to play outside? If so, you need a water bottle bag! Join us in decorating your very own water bottle carrier with markers and fabric glue, usable for a wide variety of bottle sizes.

This event is in the "Berea" group.
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Do you like to play outside? If so, you need a water bottle bag! Join us in decorating your very own water bottle carrier with markers and fabric glue, usable for a wide variety of bottle sizes.

This event is in the "Richmond" group.

Crafternoon: DIY Water Bottle Bags

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Do you like to play outside? If so, you need a water bottle bag! Join us in decorating your very own water bottle carrier with markers and fabric glue, usable for a wide variety of bottle sizes.

This event is in the "Berea" group.
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Do you like to play outside? If so, you need a water bottle bag! Join us in decorating your very own water bottle carrier with markers and fabric glue, usable for a wide variety of bottle sizes.

This event is in the "Virtual" group.

Junior Joy Box Pick-Up

4:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This months theme is "Find a New Hobby"!

This event is in the "Richmond" group.

Nifty Needlers

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Top Floor Meeting Room #205
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, How To
Event Details:

Stop by every Monday night to join our group of Nifty Needlers! Every skill level is welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

This event is in the "Berea" group.
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Fireplace Area
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Entertainment, Performances
Event Details:

Silly Safaris is the perfect blend of fact and fun for all ages! Special guests from the audience will join each animal for a game that teaches about the natural world.

This event is in the "Richmond" group.

Lunch Bunch

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary, Teens
Program Type: Food
Event Details:
Join us on weekdays (Monday-Friday) from 12 pm to 1 pm for Lunch Bunch! All guests 18 and under eat free, and older guests are welcome to bring their own food.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Berea" group.
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary, Teens
Program Type: Food
Event Details:

We will be showing The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl (PG, 1h 32m) with our lunch!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.