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.
Summer Library Challenge for All Ages Begins Monday, June 12, 2023, 12:00 AM to 12:00 AMRegistration 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. |   | Teen Dungeons and Dragons Tuesday, June 13, 2023, 4:00 PM to 8:00 PMWoodruff RoomMeet new friends, vanquish monsters, roll for your life, and eat snacks. Perfect for beginners! Registration is required. Register online, at the library, or call 608-758-6600. |   | Adopt-a-Pet with the Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin Wednesday, June 14, 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, June 14, 2023, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMProgram RoomJoin us for a beginner-friendly gentle Vinyasa Yoga class. Bring your own yoga mat or towel and any props you may prefer (blocks or strap) and water. Registration is required. Register online, at the library, or call 608-758-6600. Participate at your own risk and let the instructor know of any injuries or modifications before the program. |   | Hedberg Harmony -- Dulcimer Music Thursday, June 15, 2023, 2:00 PM to 03:30 PMFireplace RoomListen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary. |   | Rock River Valley Woodcarvers Demo Saturday, June 17, 2023, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PMAtriumVisit with the members of the Rock River Valley Woodcarvers and learn the skills of their craft. No registration necessary. |   | Chess Club Saturday, June 17, 2023, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PMWoodruff RoomJoin 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. |   | Hedberg Harmony -- Sam Hansen Tuesday, June 20, 2023, 3:00 PM to 03:45 PMFireplace RoomListen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary. |   | Hedberg Harmony -- Dulcimer Music Thursday, June 22, 2023, 2:00 PM to 03:30 PMFireplace RoomListen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary. |   | Rainbow Reading Club Monday, June 26, 2023, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMWoodruff RoomRead and discuss The Stonewall Riots: Coming Out in the Streets, by Gayle E. Pitman. No registration necessary. |   | Teen Dungeons and Dragons Tuesday, June 27, 2023, 4:00 PM to 8:00 PMWoodruff RoomMeet new friends, vanquish monsters, roll for your life, and eat snacks. Perfect for beginners! Registration is required. Register online, at the library, or call 608-758-6600. |   | Rainbow Resource Fair Wednesday, June 28, 2023, 1:00 PM to 07:30 PMProgram RoomSomewhere over the rainbow.are great resources! Gather, connect, share and learn about services for Janesville's LGBTQ+ community. Snacks and activities available while supplies last. |   | Hedberg Harmony -- Dulcimer Music Thursday, June 29, 2023, 2:00 PM to 03:30 PMFireplace RoomListen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary. |   | Campfire Tales for ages 8 to adult Thursday, June 29, 2023, 7:00 PM to 08:30 PMLocation: 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.
|   | Rock River Valley Woodcarvers Demo Saturday, July 01, 2023, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PMAtriumVisit 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. |   | Chess Club Saturday, July 01, 2023, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PMWoodruff RoomJoin 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. |   | EXPRESS CLOSED-HOLIDAY Tuesday, July 04, 2023, 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM |   | CLOSED-HOLIDAY Tuesday, July 04, 2023, 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM |   | Chair Yoga Wednesday, July 05, 2023, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMProgram RoomJoin us for a beginner-friendly gentle Vinyasa Yoga class. Bring your own yoga mat or towel and any props you may prefer (blocks or strap) and water. Registration is required. Register online, at the library, or call 608-758-6600. Participate at your own risk and let the instructor know of any injuries or modifications before the program. |   | Hedberg Harmony -- Dulcimer Music Thursday, July 06, 2023, 2:00 PM to 03:30 PMFireplace RoomListen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary. |   | HEDBERG HARMONY -- Southern Wisconsin Dulcimer Club Saturday, July 08, 2023, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AMFireplace RoomListen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary. |   | Chess Club Saturday, July 08, 2023, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PMWoodruff RoomJoin 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. |   | Teen Dungeons and Dragons Tuesday, July 11, 2023, 4:00 PM to 8:00 PMWoodruff RoomMeet new friends, vanquish monsters, roll for your life, and eat snacks. Perfect for beginners! Registration is required. Register online, at the library, or call 608-758-6600. |   | Adopt-a-Pet with the Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin Wednesday, July 12, 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, July 12, 2023, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMProgram RoomJoin us for a beginner-friendly gentle Vinyasa Yoga class. Bring your own yoga mat or towel and any props you may prefer (blocks or strap) and water. Registration is required. Register online, at the library, or call 608-758-6600. Participate at your own risk and let the instructor know of any injuries or modifications before the program. |   | Hedberg Harmony -- Dulcimer Music Thursday, July 13, 2023, 2:00 PM to 03:30 PMFireplace RoomListen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary. |   | Diamond Dotz Day Friday, July 14, 2023, 12:00 PM to 3:00 PMTeen Central |   | Rock Rver Valley Woodcarvers Demo Saturday, July 15, 2023, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PMAtriumVisit with the members of the Rock River Valley Woodcarvers and learn the skills of their craft. No registration necessary. |   | Chess Club Saturday, July 15, 2023, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PMWoodruff RoomJoin 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. |   | Hedberg Harmony -- Dulcimer Music Thursday, July 20, 2023, 2:00 PM to 03:30 PMFireplace RoomListen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary. |   | Campfire Tales for ages 8 to adult Thursday, July 20, 2023, 7:00 PM to 08:30 PMLocation: 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.
|   | Chess Club Saturday, July 22, 2023, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PMWoodruff RoomJoin 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. |   | Hedberg Harmony -- Dulcimer Music Thursday, July 27, 2023, 2:00 PM to 03:30 PMFireplace RoomListen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary. |   | HEDBERG HARMONY: Rock River String Band Friday, July 28, 2023, 2:00 PM to 03:30 PMFireplace Room |   | Chess Club Saturday, July 29, 2023, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PMWoodruff RoomJoin 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. |   | Rainbow Reading Club Monday, July 31, 2023, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMWoodruff RoomRead and discuss The Princess and the Grilled Cheese Sandwich, by Deya Muniz. No registration necessary. |   | Summer Library Challenge Prize Book Pick-Up Begins Tuesday, August 01, 2023, 12:00 AM to 12:00 AMSummer 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. |   | Chair Yoga Wednesday, August 02, 2023, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMProgram Room |   | Hedberg Harmony -- Dulcimer Music Thursday, August 03, 2023, 2:00 PM to 03:30 PMFireplace RoomListen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary. |   | Last Day of the Summer Library Challenge Friday, August 04, 2023, 12:00 AM to 12:00 AMToday 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! |   | Rock River Valley Woodcarvers Demo Saturday, August 05, 2023, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PMAtriumVisit 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. |   | All Together Now Summer Library Challenge Finale Saturday, August 05, 2023, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PMLibrary ParkJoin 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. |   | Chess Club Saturday, August 05, 2023, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PMWoodruff RoomJoin 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. |   | Teen Dungeons and Dragons Tuesday, August 08, 2023, 4:00 PM to 06:30 PMWoodruff Room |   | Adopt-a-Pet with the Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin Wednesday, August 09, 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, August 09, 2023, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMProgram Room |   | Hedberg Harmony -- Dulcimer Music Thursday, August 10, 2023, 2:00 PM to 03:30 PMFireplace RoomListen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary. |   | HEDBERG HARMONY -- Southern Wisconsin Dulcimer Club Saturday, August 12, 2023, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AMFireplace RoomListen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary. |   | Chess Club Saturday, August 12, 2023, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PMWoodruff RoomJoin 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. |   | Hedberg Harmony -- Sam Hansen Tuesday, August 15, 2023, 3:00 PM to 03:45 PMFireplace RoomListen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary. |   |
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