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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!

ESL Class

5:30pm–7:30pm
Richmond
Cancelled
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.

Peaceful Play

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

Peaceful Play is designed with shy or neurodivergent children in mind, though all are welcome.

Read and Play

10:00am–11:00am
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Educational, Storytimes
Event Details:

We love learning different types of literacy through reading, music, movement, and play. It may get messy; please dress appropriately! Meant for ages 0-5. 

Exploration Station: TBD

4:00pm–5:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Exploration Station TBD

Lego Club+

4:00pm–5:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment
Event Details:

We provide the building blocks, and you bring the creativity!

GED Class

4:00pm–6:00pm
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.

GED Math Class

9:00am–10:30am
Richmond
Cancelled
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.

Toddler Time

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

Toddler Time

Enjoy early literacy activities like parachute play, songs, finger plays, and board books, followed by free play. Toddlers and caregivers can make friends and learn together. Meant for ages 0-3. 

Books Cook!

2:00pm–3:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Educational, Food, Health and Wellness, Storytimes
Event Details:

Books Cook is a hands-on story time where reading meets cooking! Each week, we’ll read a fun book and then make a simple, themed dish together. Kids help with safe prep steps while we handle the heat.

Unplugged

3:30pm–5:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment, Food
Event Details:

Play board games, swap book recommendations, and explore creative projects with other teens while building real-world skills. Unplugged is your space to meet new friends, be yourself, and build confidence.

Lego Club+

4:00pm–5:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment

LEGO Club+

We supply the building blocks; you bring the creativity. Kids may make whatever time and imagination allows. Each week we display the LEGO creations inside one of our display cases.

Teen D&D Open Table

2:00pm–4:00pm
Berea
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required

Teen D&D Open Table

Join us at the library for our Teen D&D Open Table! Whether you're a newcomer to tabletop roleplaying or an experienced adventurer, we have a self-contained scenario ready for you each month.

Attendees are also offered the opportunity to build their Dungeon Master skills, learning how to design a roleplaying adventure and run their own sessions for the group.

Holiday Closing - 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 for Memorial Day.

GED Class

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

Free GED classes are now being held at the Madison County Public Library. The classes are offered through a partnership between Madison County Adult Education Center and the Madison County Public Library.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

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.

Play with Purpose (Ages 0-35 months)

10:00am–11:00am
Richmond
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Us for Play with Purpose!

Play with Purpose (Ages 3-5)

10:00am–11:00am
Berea
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Us for Play with Purpose!

Mahjong

10:00am–1:00pm
Richmond
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Top Floor Meeting Room #205
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment, How To
Registration Required
Event Details:
Learn how to play American Mahjong at the library! This adult program features free, guided lessons that introduce rules, tile combinations, and beginner-friendly strategies.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Yoga Story Time

1:00pm–2:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Educational, Health and Wellness, Storytimes
Event Details:

In this program, preschoolers learn about their bodies, build strength, and practice mindfulness through yoga, reading, and movement. It’s perfect for those who love to move and need help with emotional regulation. Meant for ages 3–5.

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.

Stitch & Sew

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

3D Printer Intro

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

3D Printer Intro

Get started with the Joan Kleine Creative Studio's 3D printers! This introductory class will teach you the basics of preparing a 3D model for printing with our 3D printers.

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

Pick of the Month Book Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join us for the Pick of the Month Book Club as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday through stories set in different eras of U.S. history!

Disclaimer(s)

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.