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Open Studio

5:00pm–7:30pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Arts & Crafts, How To, 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!

Maker Space Crash Course: Embroidery Machine

6:00pm–7:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, How To, Technology Classes, Workshop
Event Details:

Crash Course is a weekly introduction to the machines and equipment housed in the Makerspace and will include basic operations, materials selection, and even resources to start your very own project. 

 

ESL Class

9:00am–11:00am
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Presented in partnership with Madison County Adult Education. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Maker Space Crash Course: Embroidery Machine

1:00pm–2:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, How To, Technology Classes, Workshop
Event Details:

Welcome to the Madison County Public Library's Makerspace crash course. Every week we will do an introduction to the various machine and equipment housed in the Makerspace.

Financial Coaching One-on-One

2:00pm–6:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Educational, How To, 1-on-1
Event Details:

Take control of your financial future with one-on-one financial coaching sessions with Sherry Schloemer from Operation Hope! In these personalized sessions, you can discuss a variety of important financial topics, including:

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Pop-Up Library at Waco Elementary

5:00pm–6:00pm
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Pop-up Library
Event Details:

The Madison Public Library will have a pop-up library at Waco Elementary School. At our pop up libraries you can: 

ESL Class

5:30pm–7:30pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Bilingual
Event Details:

Presented in partnership with Madison County Adult Education. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Pick of the Month Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Conference Room #138
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join us for the Pick of the Month Book Club at the library, where each month we explore a new genre!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that the food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. If you have specific dietary restrictions, please contact the Youth Services team in advance to request a specialty lunch. Please note that we cannot guarantee all requests will be fulfilled.

Maker Space Open Lab

10:00am–12:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, How To, Technology Classes, Workshop
Event Details:

Makers Space open Lab is a time for using the equipment and space in the Maker's Lab to start, work on, or complete projects. Don't have any projects to work on?

Booktok Made Me Read It Book Club

11:00am–12:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join us for the BookTok Made Me Read It Book Club, where we explore the top books that went viral on BookTok! Each month, we’ll dive into a trending title that has taken the reading world by storm.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that the food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. If you have specific dietary restrictions, please contact the Youth Services team in advance to request a specialty lunch. Please note that we cannot guarantee all requests will be fulfilled.

Free Market Designated Drop Off

11:00am–12:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Ground Floor Community Room #013
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Drop off your donated materials for the FREE MARKET during this designated time. Since the Library can not store Free Market materials, this is the only time to bring your items in to donate to the market. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Free Market

12:00pm–2:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Ground Floor Community Room #013
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:


Bring items you no longer need but someone else can use. Take things you find and can use. We never know just what will show up. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Booktok Made Me Read It Book Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Top Floor Meeting Room #205
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join us for the BookTok Made Me Read It Book Club, where we explore the top books that went viral on BookTok! Each month, we’ll dive into a trending title that has taken the reading world by storm.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that the food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. If you have specific dietary restrictions, please contact the Youth Services team in advance to request a specialty lunch. Please note that we cannot guarantee all requests will be fulfilled.

A Court of Books and Pages: A Sarah J Maas Book Club

3:00pm–4:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Top Floor Meeting Room #205
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join us at The Court of Books and Pages Book Club for a thrilling journey through Sarah J. Maas's captivating worlds! We’ll be reading her books in order, immersing ourselves in her complex characters and intricate plots.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Creative Studio Orientation

11:00am–12:00pm
Berea
Cancelled
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Arts & Crafts, How To, Technology Classes

Creative Studio - Orientation

Stop by for a detailed tour of the Creative Studio! We'll show you what's possible in the studio, what each piece of equipment is capable of, and what materials you'll need.

GED Testing

2:00pm–6:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Conference Room #138
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

The Madison County Public Library provides a Pearson VUE GED testing site weekly on Mondays.  To register for your GED exam, visit ged.com and create an account.  Once you have created your account you can s

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.

ESL Class

9:00am–11:00am
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Presented in partnership with Madison County Adult Education. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Bookish Brunch Book Club

11:00am–12:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join us for the Bookish Brunch Book Club, a relaxed daytime gathering for readers who enjoy great stories and good company. Each month we'll discuss a new title over light brunch snacks in a welcoming, low-pressure setting.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that the food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. If you have specific dietary restrictions, please contact the Youth Services team in advance to request a specialty lunch. Please note that we cannot guarantee all requests will be fulfilled.

Berea Quilters and Needle Artists

1:00pm–3:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Workshop
Event Details:

Gather with us to create, mend, knit, stitch, or make.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Berea Stitch & Sew

2:00pm–4:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop

Stitch & Sew

Grab a sewing machine and sew with us in the Creative Studio! We have sewing machines for you to use, or bring your own! All experience levels are welcome.

ESL Class

5:30pm–7:30pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Bilingual
Event Details:

Presented in partnership with Madison County Adult Education. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Recording Studio Intro

5:30pm–7:30pm
Berea
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Arts & Crafts, How To, Technology Classes
Registration Required

Sound Studio Intro - Recording

Get started with the Joan Kleine Creative Studio's Sound & Recording facility! This introductory class will teach you the basics of recording audio with Reaper.

This program is intended for ages 14 and up. Children 13 and younger are welcome but must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Just Love Book Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, Pop-up Library
Event Details:

Join the Madison County Public Library at Just Love Coffee in Berea for our Just Love Book Club! This book club will meet on the first Tuesday of every month.