Events Calendar

Read and play with your favorite preschooler! Engaging with books, songs and playful experiences all help children develop communication skills, patience, empathy, and pre-reading skills—all of which promote success in school and beyond.

Preschool Storytime is especially intended for children ages three to five; siblings and childcare groups are welcome.

Visit the Dream Bus from 2:50-3:10pm to browse books and other library materials, place or pick up holds, and sign up for a library card.

Learn more at dreambus.org

Visit the Dream Bus from 3:20-3:50pm to browse books and other library materials, place or pick up holds, and sign up for a library card.

Learn more at dreambus.org

Visit the Dream Bus to browse books and other library materials, place or pick up holds, and sign up for a library card.

Learn more at dreambus.org

Tweens and teens are invited to cook with Chef Lily at Lakeview Library!  Participants will prepare and enjoy a wide variety of recipes, while learning about meal planning, following recipes, and using kitchen gadgets and tools.  

Food generously provided by Willy St. Co-op North.

Visit the Dream Bus from 4:40-5:00pm to browse books and other library materials, place or pick up holds, and sign up for a library card.

Learn more at dreambus.org

The Hawthorne Anime Club was created to give people a place to gather, watch, and talk about Japanese animation.  The club is intended for adults and older teens. All screenings will be in Japanese with English subtitles.  Occasionally films or series with mature content will be screened.  Call ahead to reserve your spot!

(masks are required and no refreshments can be served due to Covid-19 restrictions)

Join us for a Friday Family film!  Sit back and enjoy a great family movie at the Goodman South Madison Library. Snacks provided​!!!

A divorced adman inadvertently becomes the real Santa when he puts on the suit of the guy who fell off of his roof.