Events Calendar

We'll provide the LEGO bricks, you provide the imagination!This program will take place on the children's side of the library. 

Join us for a fun evening of crafting and friendship. We welcome a visiting artist to help us make our own custom vision board. All supplies will be provided. Please go to MadisonNJLibrary.org to register.

Join us for a fun evening of crafting and friendship. We welcome a visiting artist to help us make our own custom vision board. All supplies will be provided. Please go to MadisonNJLibrary.org to register.

On Mondays and Thursdays from 4 to 5pm, anyone can come to the library to receive help with their simple device problems from our tech-savvy teen volunteers in the coffee corner. Registration is required. Everyone registered will be helped, but it will be first come, first served within the hour blo...read more

Discover the magic of learning through play at Exploration Stations. Our Sensory play programs are designed to engage toddlers and preschoolers in imaginative and educational activities. Each session is a journey through themed stations that stimulate children’s senses and ...read more

Join us every Monday from 1:00pm-3:00pm in the Taber Room to knit or work on any creative project.  No registration required. 

On Mondays and Thursdays from 4 to 5pm, anyone can come to the library to receive help with their simple device problems from our tech-savvy teen volunteers in the coffee corner. Registration is required. Everyone registered will be helped, but it will be first come, first served within the hour blo...read more

Come and join us in the Chase Room for a fun night of trivia. Test your knowledge on all things America for her 250th and compete with your peers to earn a special prize! Snacks and drinks will be provided to fuel your brains.Email teen@madison.mainlib.org with any questions.

A lapsit for our littlest patrons is back! Join us for songs, fingerplays, stories, and whatever else we can fit into our 20 minute session designed specifically for babies 15 months and younger. This program will take place in the Chase Room. In the event the Chase Room in unavailabl...read more

Stories, songs, music and rhymes! Join us for an action packed storytime session best suited for children ages 16 months to three years.This program will take place in the Chase Room. If the Chase Room is unavailable, we will meet in the library!

Unearth a popular movie from summers past! Watch a movie with us in the Chase Room, every Tuesday at 6:30 PM.This week's movie is JawsRating: PGRuntime: 2 hr 10 minPer our unattended children policy, children ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult to view the movie. An adult ...read more

The Metropolitan Museum of Art has been collecting American works since its opening in the 1870s.  In 1924, the museum officially opened its American Wing, providing a special focus and celebration of these objects. Today, the American Wing houses some of the museum’s most beloved pieces,...read more

Join us in the library's children space for a family game night! We will have a wide selection of fun board and card games available to play. We will also provide some free snacks. Come out and meet new people and try new games.

Join us for a roaring good time at our dinosaur-themed spelling bee! Children ages 8 and up will take on exciting challenges inspired by the prehistoric world in a fun and supportive environment. Enjoy an engaging program filled with learning, laughter, and dino-mite competition!This program will ta...read more

This talk will trace the artistic career of Gilbert Stuart (1755-1828), who produced over 1,000 portraits in his lifetime as he worked in eight cities: Newport, Rhode Island; Edinburgh; London; Dublin; New York; Philadelphia; Washington, D.C.; and Boston. Renowned for the accuracy of his facial like...read more

During each session, we will explore a new science concept together through stories and preschool sized STEM activities. This program will take place in the Chase Room! Please register each child individually.

Let's discover what a cave painting is then paint one of your own.  This program will take place in the Chase Room.  Registration is required.  Please note, per our unattended children poilcy, caregivers of children under 8 years of age must attend for the duration of the program.

On Mondays and Thursdays from 4 to 5pm, anyone can come to the library to receive help with their simple device problems from our tech-savvy teen volunteers in the coffee corner. Registration is required. Everyone registered will be helped, but it will be first come, first served within the hour blo...read more

In these engaging classes, the books we read come to life as we slither like snakes, hop like frogs and bark like dogs. Through songs and stories we bend, stretch, breathe and move while having fun learning yoga poses.This class will  take place at the library in the Picture Book Room...read more

Join Pamela Nixon of Peace Play for chair yoga. , a gentle form of yoga that is done while seated or using a chair for balance and assistance. Chair Yoga is a gentle form of yoga that's done while seated or using a chair for balance, makes the practice more accessible.This program will be h...read more

Stop by the Teen Room for some yummy treats and some book-focused conversations. Bake* or buy something, or just bring yourself! Be prepared to talk about some of your favorite books or your latest reads. Some baked goods and drinks will be provided.*Please bring a list of all ingredients used if yo...read more

Need a quiet wind down after a busy week? Rain or heat ruin your outdoor plans? We will be showing a classic summer or Summer Reading themed movie on Friday afternoons in the Chase Room! This week's movie is The CroodsRating: PGRuntime: 1 hr 38 minPer our unattended children policy, ch...read more

Did you know that playing serves an important role in developing early literacy skills? Playing builds imagination as well as develops the same part of the brain used while reading. During Play Time, we will have extra toys out in our play area to encourage fr...read more

Join us every Monday from 1:00pm-3:00pm in the Taber Room to knit or work on any creative project.  No registration required. 

Come join us for a fun STEM activity in the Chase Room! Best suited for ages 7-11 years old. We will be making two different kinds of volcanoes!Registration is required.Please note, per our unattended children policy, that caregivers of children ages 10 years and under must remain on libra...read more

On Mondays and Thursdays from 4 to 5pm, anyone can come to the library to receive help with their simple device problems from our tech-savvy teen volunteers in the coffee corner. Registration is required. Everyone registered will be helped, but it will be first come, first served within the hour blo...read more

A lapsit for our littlest patrons is back! Join us for songs, fingerplays, stories, and whatever else we can fit into our 20 minute session designed specifically for babies 15 months and younger. This program will take place in the Chase Room. In the event the Chase Room in unavailabl...read more

Stories, songs, music and rhymes! Join us for an action packed storytime session best suited for children ages 16 months to three years.This program will take place in the Chase Room. If the Chase Room is unavailable, we will meet in the library!

Interested in all things Pokémon? Join our brand new Pokémon Club! This one hour open session will offer several ways to engage with everyone's favorite pocket monsters, from art to trivia and even an opportunity to play Pokémon TCG! Bringing your own card collection is...read more

Unearth a popular movie from summers past! Watch a movie with us in the Chase Room, every Tuesday at 6:30 PM.This week's movie is Men in BlackRating: PG-13Runtime: 1 hr 38 minPer our unattended children policy, children ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult to view the movie...read more

Sing your favorite songs with family, friends, and neighbors! Refreshments will be provided.Registration is not mandatory but is open for anyone who has a specific song request!Please note, per our unattended children policy, that caregivers of children ages 10 years and under must remain on li...read more

Experiment with different tie dye methods in this interactive workshop. Accessories will be provided, but participants are also encouraged to bring a garment of their choice from home to dye. 100% cotton works best. We will be outside for this program but will meet in the Chase Room in the...read more

It's time for some music and movement! We'll stretch, sing some songs, and dance to all (or as many as will fit in a half hour) of your favorite songs!This class will take place in the Chase Room! 

On Mondays and Thursdays from 4 to 5pm, anyone can come to the library to receive help with their simple device problems from our tech-savvy teen volunteers in the coffee corner. Registration is required. Everyone registered will be helped, but it will be first come, first served within the hour blo...read more

Move and groove with Miss Carol! Enjoy an action packed 45 minutes of music, dancing, songs, and stories! This class will take place in the Chase Room! We accept registration from anywhere, but should the class fill, Madison cardholders will recieve priority. Pleas...read more

Need a quiet wind down after a busy week? Rain or heat ruin your outdoor plans? We will be showing a classic summer or Summer Reading themed movie on Friday afternoons in the Chase Room! This week's movie is Moana (2016)Rating: PGRuntime: 1 hr 43 minPer our unattended children policy, ...read more

Let's create a Wooly Mammoth using yarn. This program will take place in the Chase Room.  Registration is required.Please note, per our unattended children policy, caregivers of children under 8 years of age must attend for the duration of the program.

Join us every Monday from 1:00pm-3:00pm in the Taber Room to knit or work on any creative project.  No registration required. 

On Mondays and Thursdays from 4 to 5pm, anyone can come to the library to receive help with their simple device problems from our tech-savvy teen volunteers in the coffee corner. Registration is required. Everyone registered will be helped, but it will be first come, first served within the hour blo...read more

Join us in the Chase Room to make some scratch art! We will pick a background color then put a special paint mix over it that will become our scratching layer. The plan is to make Ancient Greek-style vases, but you can also pick your own pattern to do.*Registration required.*

A lapsit for our littlest patrons is back! Join us for songs, fingerplays, stories, and whatever else we can fit into our 20 minute session designed specifically for babies 15 months and younger. This program will take place in the Chase Room. In the event the Chase Room in unavailabl...read more

Stories, songs, music and rhymes! Join us for an action packed storytime session best suited for children ages 16 months to three years.This program will take place in the Chase Room. If the Chase Room is unavailable, we will meet in the library!

Have you ever wondered what makes a bird a raptor or what makes different kinds of raptors unique? Come find out in this presentation on raptor adaptations by The Raptor Trust. We will also get a special visit from one of their own raptors!Registration required.Please note, per our unattended c...read more

Unearth a popular movie from summers past! Watch a movie with us in the Chase Room, every Tuesday at 6:30 PM.This week's movie is Raiders of the Lost ArkRating: PGRuntime: 1 hr 45 minPer our unattended children policy, children ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult to view t...read more

Join us in the library's children space for a family game night! We will have a wide selection of fun board and card games available to play. We will also provide some free snacks. Come out and meet new people and try new games.

We'll provide the LEGO bricks, you provide the imagination!This program will take place on the children's side of the library. 

Experiment with art! Participants will learn a basic artistic concept and get a chance to experience it hands-on. Dress for a mess!This program will take place in the Chase Room! Please register each child separately.

On Mondays and Thursdays from 4 to 5pm, anyone can come to the library to receive help with their simple device problems from our tech-savvy teen volunteers in the coffee corner. Registration is required. Everyone registered will be helped, but it will be first come, first served within the hour blo...read more

The Nabis were a group of artists whose spiritual, emotional and aesthetic inspiration came from Paul Gauguin and the Symbolist poets. They had one foot in the 19th Century and one foot in the 20th , and although they are not as famous as the Impressionists and Post-Impressionists, their work was ju...read more

Need a quiet wind down after a busy week? Rain or heat ruin your outdoor plans? We will be showing a classic summer or Summer Reading themed movie on Friday afternoons in the Chase Room! This week's movie is The Lion King (1994)Rating: GRuntime: 1 hr 29 minPer our unattended children p...read more

The library is partnering up with the Westfield Regional Health Department to offer free monthly blood pressure screenings to the community.The screenings will begin on Monday, May 18th from 10:00am- 11:00am. No registration required. 

Be a paleontologist for a day!  Dig to discover a dinosaur egg.   This program will take place in the Chase Room.  Registration is required.Please note, per our unattended children policy, caregivers of children under 8 years of age must attend for the duration of the program.

Join us every Monday from 1:00pm-3:00pm in the Taber Room to knit or work on any creative project.  No registration required. 

On Mondays and Thursdays from 4 to 5pm, anyone can come to the library to receive help with their simple device problems from our tech-savvy teen volunteers in the coffee corner. Registration is required. Everyone registered will be helped, but it will be first come, first served within the hour blo...read more

Come and join us in the Chase Room for a fun night of trivia. Test your knowledge on a range of topics and compete with your peers to earn a special prize! Snacks and drinks will be provided to fuel your brains.Email teen@madison.mainlib.org with any questions.

A lapsit for our littlest patrons is back! Join us for songs, fingerplays, stories, and whatever else we can fit into our 20 minute session designed specifically for babies 15 months and younger. This program will take place in the Chase Room. In the event the Chase Room in unavailabl...read more

Stories, songs, music and rhymes! Join us for an action packed storytime session best suited for children ages 16 months to three years.This program will take place in the Chase Room. If the Chase Room is unavailable, we will meet in the library!

Unearth a popular movie from summers past! Watch a movie with us in the Chase Room, every Tuesday at 6:30 PM.This week's movie is The Mummy (1999)Runtime: 2 hr 5 minPer our unattended children policy, children ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult to view the movie. An adult...read more

Stop by for this free lead testing event sponsored by the Westfield Health Department, where you can have select items screened and learn practical tips for identifying potential risks in your home. 5 item limit.

Come join us for a fun STEM activity in the Chase Room! Best suited for ages 7-11 years old. We will be doing a DNA extraction on strawberries and then make some insect in amber slime to bring home!Registration is required.Please note, per our unattended children policy, that caregivers of chil...read more

During each session, we will explore a new science concept together through stories and preschool sized STEM activities. This program will take place in the Chase Room! Please register each child individually.

On Mondays and Thursdays from 4 to 5pm, anyone can come to the library to receive help with their simple device problems from our tech-savvy teen volunteers in the coffee corner. Registration is required. Everyone registered will be helped, but it will be first come, first served within the hour blo...read more

Stop by the Teen Room for some yummy treats and some book-focused conversations. Bake* or buy something, or just bring yourself! Be prepared to talk about some of your favorite books or your latest reads. Some baked goods and drinks will be provided.*Please bring a list of all ingredients used if yo...read more

Need a quiet wind down after a busy week? Rain or heat ruin your outdoor plans? We will be showing a classic summer or Summer Reading themed movie on Friday afternoons in the Chase Room! This week's movie is Fantastic Mr. FoxRating: PGRuntime: 1 hr 28 minPer our unattended children pol...read more