Free Programs
Programs are for middle and high school students and are held in the Program Room unless noted.
Register online, at the Children's Desk or by calling 608-758-6585.
Pages & Positivi-Tea Tuesday, January 31, 2023, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMVirtual ProgramJoin your librarian as they spill the tea on books, videogames, and their world around them. Tuesdays are books and Thursdays are gaming! |   | World Read Aloud Day Wednesday, February 01, 2023, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PMFireplace RoomJoin millions around the globe as we celebrate the power of reading aloud with World Read Aloud Day (WRAD), held annually on the first Wednesday of every February! (from litworld.org) Drop in and hear our Community Readers share some of their favorite read alouds between 4-6 p.m. Our goal is to fill the library with readers and listeners! FIREPLACE ROOM No registration required. COMMUNITY READERS:4:00-4:15 p.m.: Lisa Hurda, Director of Advancement & Foundation, Blackhawk Technical College, book title tbd 4:15-4:30 p.m.: Mark Holzman, Superintendent, School District of Janesville, Say Something by Peter H. Reynolds 4:30-5 p.m.: Sgt. Benjamin Thompson, Janesville Police Department, All Through My Town by Jean Reidy
5-5:30 p.m.: Erin Davis, Assistant to the City Manager, City Manager's Office, Matilda by Roald Dahl5:30-6 p.m.: Beth Tallon, Public Relations Manager, Community Action, I am Ruby Bridges by Ruby Bridges6 p.m.: Family Yoga Stories - WRAD Edition - Program Room |   | Hedberg Harmony -- Dulcimer Music Thursday, February 02, 2023, 2:00 PM to 03:30 PMFireplace Room |   | Pages and Positivi-Tea Thursday, February 02, 2023, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMVirtual ProgramJoin your librarians as they spill the Tea on books, videogames, and the world around them. Tuesdays are booked and Thursdays are gaming. Join us on Twitch.tv! |   | Rock River Valley Woodcarvers Demo Saturday, February 04, 2023, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AMAtrium |   | Lunar New Year Celebration Saturday, February 04, 2023, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PMProgram RoomIn partnership with the School District of Janesville's Chinese Language Program Celebrate the Year of the Rabbit with a traditional lion dance presentation by the Zhong Yi Kung Fu association of Madison. Learn about the traditions of this 15-day holiday celebrated around the world and try some traditional snacks. No registration required. |   | Open Lab: Embroidery Monday, February 06, 2023, 4:00 PM to 7:00 PMLab 316Join us for open lab hours! Pop in and try your hand at a new hobby. This month is Embroidery Month so we'll be trying out a scrap fabric embroidery project. No registration is required. |   | Pages and Positivi-Tea Tuesday, February 07, 2023, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMVirtual ProgramJoin your librarians as they spill the Tea on books, videogames, and the world around them. Tuesdays are booked and Thursdays are gaming. Join us on Twitch.tv! |   | Adopt-a-Pet with the Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin Wednesday, February 08, 2023, 9:30 AM to 11:30 AMAtriumMeet adoptable pets at the library! The Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin makes their monthly visits on the second Wednesday of each month. petsgohome.org |   | Evening Yoga Wednesday, February 08, 2023, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMProgram RoomJoin us for a Vinyasa Yoga class. Bring your own yoga mat or towel and any props you may prefer (blocks or strap) and water. A limited supply of yoga mats are available at the library that you may use during the program. Registration is required. |   | Hedberg Harmony -- Dulcimer Music Thursday, February 09, 2023, 2:00 PM to 03:30 PMFireplace Room |   | Pages and Positivi-Tea Thursday, February 09, 2023, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMVirtual ProgramJoin your librarians as they spill the Tea on books, videogames, and the world around them. Tuesdays are booked and Thursdays are gaming. Join us on Twitch.tv! |   | HEDBERG HARMONY -- Southern Wisconsin Dulcimer Club Saturday, February 11, 2023, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AMFireplace Room |   | Pal-entine's Day Monday, February 13, 2023, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PMLab 316Celebrate Friends and Food with Pal-entine's Day! We'll make waffles and crafts to celebrate!No registration required. Available while supplies last. |   | Pages and Positivi-Tea Tuesday, February 14, 2023, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMVirtual ProgramJoin your librarians as they spill the Tea on books, videogames, and the world around them. Tuesdays are booked and Thursdays are gaming. Join us on Twitch.tv! |   | Hedberg Harmony -- Dulcimer Music Thursday, February 16, 2023, 2:00 PM to 03:30 PMFireplace Room |   | Pages and Positivi-Tea Thursday, February 16, 2023, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMVirtual ProgramJoin your librarians as they spill the Tea on books, videogames, and the world around them. Tuesdays are booked and Thursdays are gaming. Join us on Twitch.tv! |   | Used Book Sale Friday, February 17, 2023, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PMProgram Room |   | Used Book Sale Saturday, February 18, 2023, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PMProgram Room |   | Chess Club Saturday, February 18, 2023, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PMFriends Community RoomLearn how to play chess, or play against other chess players. Peter Webster, a chess lifemaster and former WI State Champion, will be available to teach others how to play chess. |   | LIBRARY CLOSED FOR STAFF TRAINING Monday, February 20, 2023, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM |   | EXPRESS CLOSED FOR STAFF TRAINING Monday, February 20, 2023, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM |   | Open Lab: Embroidery Monday, February 20, 2023, 4:00 PM to 7:00 PMLab 316Join us for open lab hours! Pop in and try your hand at a new hobby. This month is Embroidery Month so we'll be trying out a scrap fabric embroidery project. No registration is required. |   | Hedberg Harmony -- Sam Hansen Tuesday, February 21, 2023, 3:00 PM to 03:45 PMFireplace Room |   | Pages and Positivi-Tea Tuesday, February 21, 2023, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMVirtual ProgramJoin your librarians as they spill the Tea on books, videogames, and the world around them. Tuesdays are booked and Thursdays are gaming. Join us on Twitch.tv! |   | Chair Yoga Wednesday, February 22, 2023, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMProgram RoomJoin us for a gentle yoga class perfect for someone with mobility or balance challenges and for those who work while seated. Chair is provided. Please bring any other props you like to use for yoga. Registration is required. |   | Hedberg Harmony -- Dulcimer Music Thursday, February 23, 2023, 2:00 PM to 03:30 PMFireplace Room |   | Pages and Positivi-Tea Thursday, February 23, 2023, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMVirtual ProgramJoin your librarians as they spill the Tea on books, videogames, and the world around them. Tuesdays are booked and Thursdays are gaming. Join us on Twitch.tv! |   | Pages and Positivi-Tea Tuesday, February 28, 2023, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMVirtual ProgramJoin your librarians as they spill the Tea on books, videogames, and the world around them. Tuesdays are booked and Thursdays are gaming. Join us on Twitch.tv! |   | TACOS Tuesday Tuesday, February 28, 2023, 4:30 PM to 05:30 PMWoodruff Room |   | Chair Yoga Wednesday, March 01, 2023, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMProgram Room |   | Hedberg Harmony -- Dulcimer Music Thursday, March 02, 2023, 2:00 PM to 03:30 PMFireplace Room |   | Pages and PositiviTea Thursday, March 02, 2023, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMVirtual ProgramJoin your librarians as they spill the Tea on books, videogames, and the world around them. Tuesdays are booked and Thursdays are gaming. Join us on Twitch.tv! |   | Rock River Valley Woodcarvers Demo Saturday, March 04, 2023, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AMAtrium |   | Open Lab: Sustainable Seed Starting Monday, March 06, 2023, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PMLab 316Drop In between 4-6 pm to start your summer seeds! We'll provide materials to start them off in a sustainable way! |   | Pages and PositiviTea Tuesday, March 07, 2023, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMVirtual ProgramJoin your librarians as they spill the Tea on books, videogames, and the world around them. Tuesdays are booked and Thursdays are gaming. Join us on Twitch.tv! |   | Adopt-a-Pet with the Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin Wednesday, March 08, 2023, 9:30 AM to 11:30 AMAtriumMeet adoptable pets at the library! The Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin makes their monthly visits on the second Wednesday of each month. petsgohome.org |   | Evening Yoga Wednesday, March 08, 2023, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMProgram Room |   | Hedberg Harmony -- Dulcimer Music Thursday, March 09, 2023, 2:00 PM to 03:30 PMFireplace Room |   | Pages and PositiviTea Thursday, March 09, 2023, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMVirtual ProgramJoin your librarians as they spill the Tea on books, videogames, and the world around them. Tuesdays are booked and Thursdays are gaming. Join us on Twitch.tv! |   | Mario Day Games Friday, March 10, 2023, 3:30 PM to 5:00 PMTeen Central |   | HEDBERG HARMONY -- Southern Wisconsin Dulcimer Club Saturday, March 11, 2023, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AMFireplace Room |   | Pages and PositiviTea Tuesday, March 14, 2023, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMVirtual ProgramJoin your librarians as they spill the Tea on books, videogames, and the world around them. Tuesdays are booked and Thursdays are gaming. Join us on Twitch.tv! |   | Hedberg Harmony -- Dulcimer Music Thursday, March 16, 2023, 2:00 PM to 03:30 PMFireplace Room |   | Pages and PositiviTea Thursday, March 16, 2023, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMVirtual ProgramJoin your librarians as they spill the Tea on books, videogames, and the world around them. Tuesdays are booked and Thursdays are gaming. Join us on Twitch.tv! |   | Celtic/Irish Dance Demo Thursday, March 16, 2023, 6:00 PM to 07:30 PMProgram RoomFáilte! Welcome!Join Irish dancers from the Veracity Dance Project of Janesville for some traditional Irish dances such as Jig, Reel, and Slip Jig.No Registration Necessary. |   | Craft Swap Saturday, March 18, 2023, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PMProgram Room |   | Chess Club Saturday, March 18, 2023, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PMFriends Community RoomLearn how to play chess, or play against other chess players. Peter Webster, a chess lifemaster and former WI State Champion, will be available to teach others how to play chess. |   | Jigsaw Puzzle Competition Saturday, March 18, 2023, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PMHPL Express BranchJoin us at HPL Express in Uptown Janesville for our first ever Puzzle Competition! Teams in groups of 2 and up can compete against other puzzle officionados. Choose a puzzle group of either 300, 500, or 750 pieces to complete. First team to complete their puzzle in their puzzle group wins! |   | T.H.E.M. World Storytelling Day: Together We Can for ages 8 to adult Saturday, March 18, 2023, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PMFireplace RoomCelebrate World Storytelling Day with Hedberg Public Library's own T.H.E.M. (Teens Helping to Evolve the Magic of) Storytelling Troupe as they share folk tales on this year's theme of Together We Can, along with library storytellers Elizabeth Matson and Jamie A. Swenson. The stories shared will be best enjoyed by ages 8 to adult. No registration necessary. |   |
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