Registration begins today for the All Together Now summer library challenge for all ages.  
Visit www.hedbergpubliclibrary.org to create a Beanstack account, register for the summer library challenge and begin earning badges by reading and completing activities.  If you created a Beanstack account last summer, you will use the same username and password.  
Once you are registered, stop at the library's Summer Desk or at HPL Express at Uptown Janesville to pick up your lanyard and first button or sticker.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday July 4.

Join Mary the Comfort Dog for an afternoon READ-IN in the back of the Children's Room.  Bring or choose your own reading material for some cozy silent reading with Mary the Comfort Dog.  Take turns reading aloud if you'd like!  Mary loves company and stories.  No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Celebrate who we are as a community with lots of laughter, songs, and stories! A Storywagon performance, sponsored by Prairie Lakes Library System. No registration necessary.

Meet adoptable pets at the library! The Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin makes their monthly visits on the second Wednesday of each month.petsgohome.org

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Listen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Visit with the members of the Rock River Valley Woodcarvers and learn the skills of their craft. No registration necessary.

Join former State Champion and Life Master Peter Webster and other enthusiasts for tournament style chess. Come to play, learn the basics, or watch others. Chess sets will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. Instructors will be available. 
No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Join Mary the Comfort Dog for an afternoon READ-IN in the back of the Children's Room.  Bring or choose your own reading material for some cozy silent reading with Mary the Comfort Dog.  Take turns reading aloud if you'd like!  Mary loves company and stories.  No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Get ready to dance with professional break-dancer, The Headspin Guy. Enjoy a breakdancing showcase, and then dance along with, lead, and follow dances, interactive games, TikTok dance challenges, and more at this exciting dance party. No registration necessary.

Listen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary.

Rotary Botanical Gardens1455 Palmer Drive
The library is proud to partner with Rotary Botanical Gardens on this year's StoryWalk featuring the book A Good Place by Lucy Cousins.  
Join us on Wednesday, June 21 from 9-11 a.m. at Rotary Botanical Gardens for the StoryWalk Kickoff event.  Enjoy the StoryWalk and activities for all ages throughout the Gardens.  
Admission on Wednesday, June 21 is by donation.  Admission on regular days requires a small fee.  No registration necessary.

Start growing your reader with rhymes, songs, and simple books. Develop early literacy skills at this program for our youngest patrons. No registration necessary.

Start growing your reader with rhymes, songs, and simple books. Develop early literacy skills at this program for our youngest patrons. No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

It's pajama time! Join us for a lively mixture of bedtime stories, interactive rhymes, songs, and more. Pajamas welcome! This is the perfect way to get those wiggles out before bedtime.
No registration necessary.

Join us for an early literacy storytime with books, fingerplays, puppets, songs, and movement activities.  No registration necessary. 
Approximately 30 minutes. Same program offered at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

The 9:30 a.m. session includes an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter. 

Join us for an early literacy storytime with books, fingerplays, puppets, songs, and movement activities.  No registration necessary.
Approximately 30 minutes. Same program offered at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

An ASL interpreter is available at the 9:30 a.m. session.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Listen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary.

Celebrate Native American Culture!
Kids ages 6-8 and their grown-ups are invited to read and watch together: Jo Jo Makoons: The Used-To-Be Best Friend by Dawn Quigley and PBS Kids' Molly of Denali. Then join us to explore together book and media with activities, crafts, games, and snacks. Register, then stop by Children's Desk for free copy of featured book to read together before program. One book per family group.
Registration is required. Register online, at the library, or call 608-758-6585. Please register your family group under ONE contact name. 

Join us for this all ages storytime, filled with songs, stories, and early literacy activities. No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Join Mary the Comfort Dog for an afternoon READ-IN in the back of the Children's Room.  Bring or choose your own reading material for some cozy silent reading with Mary the Comfort Dog.  Take turns reading aloud if you'd like!  Mary loves company and stories.  No registration necessary.

Join us for some fun-filled puppet play!  During this program, we will create our very own, simple puppets, write a short story for our new characters, and then record our puppet stories to share with family and friends.  Open to kids ages 5-12 and their grownup(s). Registration is required. Please register one person from your family group that is attending.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Join us for a hip-hop performance with Jeremy Bryan of the Parent's Choice Gold-Award Winning group The Figureheads. He will play songs from the album "Stars." 
A Storywagon performance, sponsored by the Prairie Lakes Library System.

Start growing your reader with rhymes, songs, and simple books. Develop early literacy skills at this program for our youngest patrons. No registration necessary.

Start growing your reader with rhymes, songs, and simple books. Develop early literacy skills at this program for our youngest patrons. No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

It's pajama time! Join us for a lively mixture of bedtime stories, interactive rhymes, songs, and more. Pajamas welcome! This is the perfect way to get those wiggles out before bedtime.
No registration necessary.

Join us for an early literacy storytime with books, fingerplays, puppets, songs, and movement activities.  No registration necessary. 
Approximately 30 minutes. Same program offered at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

The 9:30 a.m. session includes an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter. 

Join us for an early literacy storytime with books, fingerplays, puppets, songs, and movement activities.  No registration necessary.
Approximately 30 minutes. Same program offered at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

An ASL interpreter is available at the 9:30 a.m. session.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Listen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary.

Location: Palmer Park, Upper Pavilion Bonfire Pit

Join T.H.E.M., our Teen Storytelling troupe, along library storytellers, Elizabeth Matson, and Jamie A. Swenson for an evening of summer storytelling around the campfire, perfect for school-age to adult listeners. Stories will range from rollicking, to scary, to the absurd. You never know what our storytellers will have up their sleeves! City of Janesville Parks & Recreation will stoke the fire and provide s'mores. There is no rain date for inclement weather.
Additional Date: Thursday, July 20 from 7-8 p.m.

Join us for this all ages storytime, filled with songs, stories, and early literacy activities. No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Visit with the members of the Rock River Valley Woodcarvers and learn the skills of their craft on the first Saturday of every month. No registration necessary.

Join former State Champion and Life Master Peter Webster and other enthusiasts for tournament style chess. Come to play, learn the basics, or watch others. Chess sets will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. Instructors will be available. 
No registration necessary.

Join Mary the Comfort Dog for an afternoon READ-IN in the back of the Children's Room.  Bring or choose your own reading material for some cozy silent reading with Mary the Comfort Dog.  Take turns reading aloud if you'd like!  Mary loves company and stories.  No registration necessary.

Start growing your reader with rhymes, songs, and simple books. Develop early literacy skills at this program for our youngest patrons. No registration necessary.

Start growing your reader with rhymes, songs, and simple books. Develop early literacy skills at this program for our youngest patrons. No registration necessary.

Location:  Wilson School, 465 Rockport Road
Join library staff and the Bookmobile for book checkout and fun activities.  The program is geared to kids ages 5-11, but the entire family is welcome.  No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

It's pajama time! Join us for a lively mixture of bedtime stories, interactive rhymes, songs, and more. Pajamas welcome! This is the perfect way to get those wiggles out before bedtime.
No registration necessary.

Join us for an early literacy storytime with books, fingerplays, puppets, songs, and movement activities.  No registration necessary. 
Approximately 30 minutes. Same program offered at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

The 9:30 a.m. session includes an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter. 

Join us for an early literacy storytime with books, fingerplays, puppets, songs, and movement activities.  No registration necessary.
Approximately 30 minutes. Same program offered at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

An ASL interpreter is available at the 9:30 a.m. session.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Listen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary.

Join us for this all ages storytime, filled with songs, stories, and early literacy activities. No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Listen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary.

Join former State Champion and Life Master Peter Webster and other enthusiasts for tournament style chess. Come to play, learn the basics, or watch others. Chess sets will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. Instructors will be available. 
No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Join Dianne Moller of Hoo's Woods along with Oakley, a spectacled owl; Clark, a barred owl; Ted and Blinky, screech owls, and Catelyn, a peregrine falcon. Peregrine falcons are all about speed (they dive at 240 mph!) and owls are all about sound (some can hear sounds 10 miles away!). Learn more about these amazing raptors and meet some of the resident education birds from Hoo's Woods. This program is perfect for older children and adults who are interested in learning more about birds of prey, raptor rehabilitation, and Hoo's Woods.
**Dianne will also announce the results of the Eagle Naming Contest that was held at the library in June. We will finally know the names of the eagles who make their nest just down the street near Marling lumber!**

This program is for ages 6 through 12; it is best suited for children and adults who are able to stay seated during the presentation (the birds can be startled by sudden movement.)
No registration necessary. 

Join Mary the Comfort Dog for an afternoon READ-IN in the back of the Children's Room.  Bring or choose your own reading material for some cozy silent reading with Mary the Comfort Dog.  Take turns reading aloud if you'd like!  Mary loves company and stories.  No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Prepare to be entertained! Join us for an unforgettable performance full of comedy, visual magic, mentalism, escape artistry, and slight of hand. A Storywagon performance, sponsored by the Prairie Lakes Library System.

Meet adoptable pets at the library! The Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin makes their monthly visits on the second Wednesday of each month.petsgohome.org

Start growing your reader with rhymes, songs, and simple books. Develop early literacy skills at this program for our youngest patrons. No registration necessary.

Start growing your reader with rhymes, songs, and simple books. Develop early literacy skills at this program for our youngest patrons. No registration necessary.

Location:  Wilson School, 465 Rockport Road
Join library staff and the Bookmobile for book checkout and fun activities.  The program is geared to kids ages 5-11, but the entire family is welcome.  No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

It's pajama time! Join us for a lively mixture of bedtime stories, interactive rhymes, songs, and more. Pajamas welcome! This is the perfect way to get those wiggles out before bedtime.
No registration necessary.

Join us for an early literacy storytime with books, fingerplays, puppets, songs, and movement activities.  No registration necessary. 
Approximately 30 minutes. Same program offered at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

The 9:30 a.m. session includes an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter. 

Join us for an early literacy storytime with books, fingerplays, puppets, songs, and movement activities.  No registration necessary.
Approximately 30 minutes. Same program offered at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

An ASL interpreter is available at the 9:30 a.m. session.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Listen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary.

In partnership with City of Janesville Recreation Division, UW-Madison Division of Extension Rock County 4-H 
Enjoy stories and activities highlighting the different cultures of our neighbors in our community. Our HPL Bookmobile will be onsite to check out some fun summer reads! No registration necessary.

Join us for this all ages storytime, filled with songs, stories, and early literacy activities. No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Visit with the members of the Rock River Valley Woodcarvers and learn the skills of their craft. No registration necessary.

Join former State Champion and Life Master Peter Webster and other enthusiasts for tournament style chess. Come to play, learn the basics, or watch others. Chess sets will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. Instructors will be available. 
No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Join Mary the Comfort Dog for an afternoon READ-IN in the back of the Children's Room.  Bring or choose your own reading material for some cozy silent reading with Mary the Comfort Dog.  Take turns reading aloud if you'd like!  Mary loves company and stories.  No registration necessary.

Celebrate Black Youth Entrepreneurship!
Kids ages 6-8 and their grown-ups are invited to read and watch together: J.D. and the Great Barber Battle by J. Dillard and PBS Kids' $martPath. Then join us to explore together book and media with activities, crafts, games, and snacks. Register, then stop by the Children's Desk for free copy of the featured book to read together before program. One book per family group.

Registration is required. Register online, at the library, or call 608-758-6585. Please register your family group under ONE contact name. 

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Slither into the world of reptiles and learn what species call Wisconsin home. Plus, meet a few exotic animals, and hold them after the program! A Storywagon performance, sponsored by the Prairie Lakes Library System.

Start growing your reader with rhymes, songs, and simple books. Develop early literacy skills at this program for our youngest patrons. No registration necessary.

Start growing your reader with rhymes, songs, and simple books. Develop early literacy skills at this program for our youngest patrons. No registration necessary.

Location:  Wilson School, 465 Rockport Road
Join library staff and the Bookmobile for book checkout and fun activities.  The program is geared to kids ages 5-11, but the entire family is welcome.  No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

It's pajama time! Join us for a lively mixture of bedtime stories, interactive rhymes, songs, and more. Pajamas welcome! This is the perfect way to get those wiggles out before bedtime.
No registration necessary.

Join us for an early literacy storytime with books, fingerplays, puppets, songs, and movement activities.  No registration necessary. 
Approximately 30 minutes. Same program offered at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

The 9:30 a.m. session includes an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter. 

Join us for an early literacy storytime with books, fingerplays, puppets, songs, and movement activities.  No registration necessary.
Approximately 30 minutes. Same program offered at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

An ASL interpreter is available at the 9:30 a.m. session.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Listen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary.

Location: Palmer Park, Upper Pavilion Bonfire Pit

Join T.H.E.M., our Teen Storytelling troupe, along library storytellers, Elizabeth Matson, and Jamie A. Swenson for an evening of summer storytelling around the campfire, perfect for school-age to adult listeners. Stories will range from rollicking, to scary, to the absurd. You never know what our storytellers will have up their sleeves! City of Janesville Parks & Recreation will stoke the fire and provide s'mores. There is no rain date for inclement weather.

Join us for this all ages storytime, filled with songs, stories, and early literacy activities. No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Have you and your child ever dreamed of sleeping over at the library? Here is your chance! Join us for a night of games, activities, reading, and sleeping. Open to kids ages 5-12 and a responsible adult. Registration required. Register one person from each group attending. Space is limited. 

Join former State Champion and Life Master Peter Webster and other enthusiasts for tournament style chess. Come to play, learn the basics, or watch others. Chess sets will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. Instructors will be available. 
No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Join Mary the Comfort Dog for an afternoon READ-IN in the back of the Children's Room.  Bring or choose your own reading material for some cozy silent reading with Mary the Comfort Dog.  Take turns reading aloud if you'd like!  Mary loves company and stories.  No registration necessary.

Do you love the I Survived books by Lauren Tarshis? Join us for hands-on STEAM stations connected to historic events and natural disasters from the book series. No registration necessary. 

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Join us for a Lego filled afternoon. Enjoy a viewing of The Lego Movie, and build along with Legos and Duplos. No registration necessary.

Start growing your reader with rhymes, songs, and simple books. Develop early literacy skills at this program for our youngest patrons. No registration necessary.

Start growing your reader with rhymes, songs, and simple books. Develop early literacy skills at this program for our youngest patrons. No registration necessary.

Location:  Wilson School, 465 Rockport Road
Join library staff and the Bookmobile for book checkout and fun activities.  The program is geared to kids ages 5-11, but the entire family is welcome.  No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

It's pajama time! Join us for a lively mixture of bedtime stories, interactive rhymes, songs, and more. Pajamas welcome! This is the perfect way to get those wiggles out before bedtime.
No registration necessary.

Join us for an early literacy storytime with books, fingerplays, puppets, songs, and movement activities.  No registration necessary. 
Approximately 30 minutes. Same program offered at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

The 9:30 a.m. session includes an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter. 

Join us for an early literacy storytime with books, fingerplays, puppets, songs, and movement activities.  No registration necessary.
Approximately 30 minutes. Same program offered at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

An ASL interpreter is available at the 9:30 a.m. session.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Listen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary.

In partnership with City of Janesville Recreation Division, UW-Madison Division of Extension Rock County 4-H 
Enjoy stories and activities highlighting the different cultures of our neighbors in our community. Our HPL Bookmobile will be onsite to check out some fun summer reads! No registration necessary.

Join us for this all ages storytime, filled with songs, stories, and early literacy activities. No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Join former State Champion and Life Master Peter Webster and other enthusiasts for tournament style chess. Come to play, learn the basics, or watch others. Chess sets will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. Instructors will be available. 
No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Join Mary the Comfort Dog for an afternoon READ-IN in the back of the Children's Room.  Bring or choose your own reading material for some cozy silent reading with Mary the Comfort Dog.  Take turns reading aloud if you'd like!  Mary loves company and stories.  No registration necessary.

Summer Library Challenge participants can stop at the library's Summer Desk to pick up a free book.  The last day to pick up your free book is Saturday, August 19.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Join Beni Daiko, Madison's premiere mainland taiko drumming group, for a demonstration on Japanese taiko drumming and culture. Taiko drumming is a form of traditional Japanese musical expression that combines mental discipline and physical demand. No registration necessary.

Start growing your reader with rhymes, songs, and simple books. Develop early literacy skills at this program for our youngest patrons. No registration necessary.

Start growing your reader with rhymes, songs, and simple books. Develop early literacy skills at this program for our youngest patrons. No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

It's pajama time! Join us for a lively mixture of bedtime stories, interactive rhymes, songs, and more. Pajamas welcome! This is the perfect way to get those wiggles out before bedtime.
No registration necessary.

Join us for an early literacy storytime with books, fingerplays, puppets, songs, and movement activities.  No registration necessary. 
Approximately 30 minutes. Same program offered at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

The 9:30 a.m. session includes an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter. 

Join us for an early literacy storytime with books, fingerplays, puppets, songs, and movement activities.  No registration necessary.
Approximately 30 minutes. Same program offered at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

An ASL interpreter is available at the 9:30 a.m. session.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Listen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary.

Today is the last day to log reading and activities and earn badges for the All Together Now summer library challenge.
Thank you for participating in the summer library challenge!

Join us for this all ages storytime, filled with songs, stories, and early literacy activities. No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Visit with the members of the Rock River Valley Woodcarvers and learn the skills of their craft on the first Saturday of every month. No registration necessary.

Join us for snacks and games as we celebrate a groovy Summer Library Challenge.  Be sure to bring your chairs and blankets.  No registration necessary.
The program will be held in the Library Program Room in case of inclement weather.

Join former State Champion and Life Master Peter Webster and other enthusiasts for tournament style chess. Come to play, learn the basics, or watch others. Chess sets will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. Instructors will be available. 
No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Join Mary the Comfort Dog for an afternoon READ-IN in the back of the Children's Room.  Bring or choose your own reading material for some cozy silent reading with Mary the Comfort Dog.  Take turns reading aloud if you'd like!  Mary loves company and stories.  No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Meet adoptable pets at the library! The Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin makes their monthly visits on the second Wednesday of each month.petsgohome.org

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Listen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary.

In partnership with City of Janesville Recreation Division, UW-Madison Division of Extension Rock County 4-H 
Enjoy stories and activities highlighting the different cultures of our neighbors in our community. Our HPL Bookmobile will be onsite to check out some fun summer reads! No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Listen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary.

Join former State Champion and Life Master Peter Webster and other enthusiasts for tournament style chess. Come to play, learn the basics, or watch others. Chess sets will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. Instructors will be available. 
No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Join Mary the Comfort Dog for an afternoon READ-IN in the back of the Children's Room.  Bring or choose your own reading material for some cozy silent reading with Mary the Comfort Dog.  Take turns reading aloud if you'd like!  Mary loves company and stories.  No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Listen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary.

Come to library park to enjoy a free lunch provided by the School District of Janesville.  Anyone 18 or under is eligible to get a free, nutritious sack lunch. Adults age 19 and older are welcome to purchase a sack lunch. Lunch must be eaten in library park and cannot be taken to go. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and run by the School District of Janesville.  *There will be no lunch on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Listen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary.

Today is the last day for summer library challenge participants to stop at the library's Summer Desk to pick up a free book or any of this summer's prizes including lanyards, buttons or stickers.  
Thank you for participating in this year's summer library challenge!

Join former State Champion and Life Master Peter Webster and other enthusiasts for tournament style chess. Come to play, learn the basics, or watch others. Chess sets will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. Instructors will be available. 
No registration necessary.

Listen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary.

In partnership with City of Janesville Recreation Division, UW-Madison Division of Extension Rock County 4-H 
Enjoy stories and activities highlighting the different cultures of our neighbors in our community. Our HPL Bookmobile will be onsite to check out some fun summer reads! No registration necessary.

Join former State Champion and Life Master Peter Webster and other enthusiasts for tournament style chess. Come to play, learn the basics, or watch others. Chess sets will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. Instructors will be available. 
No registration necessary.

Listen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary.

Visit with the members of the Rock River Valley Woodcarvers and learn the skills of their craft on the first Saturday of every month. No registration necessary.

Start growing your reader with rhymes, songs, and simple books. Develop early literacy skills at this program for our youngest patrons. No registration necessary.

Start growing your reader with rhymes, songs, and simple books. Develop early literacy skills at this program for our youngest patrons. No registration necessary.

Join us for a lively, interactive storytime featuring books, songs, action rhymes, puppets and more. Each storytime incorporates the five practices of early literacy: READ, WRITE, TALK, SING & PLAY. This session is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers with their caregivers. All ages welcome.
The same storytime is offered at 9:30 & 10:30 a.m.
When the weather cooperates, we will meet outside in the library's Green Space; inclement weather space will be LAB 316.
An ASL Interpreter from Purple Communications in Madison, WI, will interpret the 9:30 a.m. storytimes. 

Join us for a lively, interactive storytime featuring books, songs, action rhymes, puppets and more. Each storytime incorporates the five practices of early literacy: READ, WRITE, TALK, SING & PLAY. This session is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers with their caregivers. All ages welcome.
The same storytime is offered at 9:30 & 10:30 a.m. 
When the weather cooperates, we will meet outside in the library's Green Space; inclement weather space will be LAB 316.
An ASL Interpreter from Purple Communications in Madison, WI, will interpret the 9:30 a.m. storytimes. 

Listen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary.

Join us for this all ages storytime, filled with songs, stories, and early literacy activities. No registration necessary.