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Teen Book Club

Waunakee Public Library

Explore a ghostly graphic novel with fellow teen readers, followed by snacks and a connected activity. Grades 8 and older. Copies are available at the library. This group reads from the teen collection; readers preferring children’s books

Waunakee Public Library · Waunakee · WI

The Young & the Restless

Waunakee Public Library

Enjoy open indoor play where young children can move, develop motor skills and meet other families. Suggested ages 0–5. No registration required. Meeting room: Community Hall.

Waunakee Public Library · Waunakee · WI

Artsy Kids Club

Sun Prairie Public Library

Explore a guided art project with teaching artist Chele Ramos, with room for independent creations using different materials. For children in kindergarten through fifth grade. Free. Meeting room: The Mixer.

Sun Prairie Public Library · Sun Prairie · WI

Free

Native Art Market

Arts + Literature Laboratory

Meet Native artists and browse their work at Native Art Market. Artwork purchases are separate. Check the organizer page for access details and current vendor information.

Arts + Literature Laboratory · Madison · WI

Falling for Art: Leaf Collages with guest artist Brooke Baum

Sun Prairie Public Library

Make autumn collages with artist Brooke Baum using leaves, dried flowers and mixed materials, emphasizing experimentation over a finished result. All ages welcome. Drop in; advance registration is not needed. Meeting room: The Mixer.

Sun Prairie Public Library · Sun Prairie · WI

Wisconsin Crime Laboratory

Waunakee Public Library

Hear retired forensic analyst Bob Block describe Wisconsin Crime Laboratory work and cases from a career in evidence analysis. An educational presentation about forensic investigation and crime-laboratory services; admission pricing is not

Waunakee Public Library · Waunakee · WI

Puppet Theatre Storytime

Sun Prairie Public Library

Discover stories through puppets, songs and rhymes in an interactive theatre-style story session. Designed for ages 2–5; all ages welcome with participating adults. No drop-offs. Free and open to the public. This listing is for the Novembe

Sun Prairie Public Library · Sun Prairie · WI

Free

Consumer Reports 101

Waunakee Public Library

Learn to navigate the Consumer Reports database and compare product reviews, with staff available for guided practice. Adults. Registration required; limited capacity. Database access is free with a library card. Cancel at least 24 hours a

Waunakee Public Library · Waunakee · WI

Free

Screenprint Design: hands-on poster making

Sun Prairie Public Library

Create an original poster while learning screenprint design tools and techniques with Madison artist Rodrigo Carapia. Teens and adults. Registration required. Meeting room: The Mixer.

Sun Prairie Public Library · Sun Prairie · WI

Free

Medicare 101

Waunakee Public Library

Join retirement specialist Jake Zimmermann for an educational introduction to Medicare options, coverage and enrollment. Free. Registration required online or by calling 608-999-1000. Meeting room: Community Hall.

Waunakee Public Library · Waunakee · WI

Free

Author Event: TJ Klune

Sun Prairie Public Library

Hear TJ Klune discuss Murmuration in a moderated author conversation, followed by a signing hosted with Prairie Pages. For teens and adults. The organizer says further event details will be announced; check the source before attending. Adm

Sun Prairie Public Library · Sun Prairie · WI

Madison Contra Dance — Third Saturday Dances

Madison Contra Dance Co-op

Dance to live music with the Madison Contra Dance Co-op at the Wil-Mar Center. Third Saturday evening dances run October–May, 7:30–10 pm. An optional, recommended beginner lesson begins at 7 pm. The organizer has not listed Saturday admissi

Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center · Madison · WI

Friends of Urban Nature (FUN)

Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy

Join Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy for a free, family-friendly educational program at the conservancy. Free; no registration needed. Meet at Pheasant Branch Conservancy. Contact 608-698-0104 for information about the bird and natur

Pheasant Branch Conservancy (Dane County parcel) · Middleton · WI

Free

Sector67 Repair Café

Sector67

Bring up to two broken household items and work alongside volunteer repairers to diagnose and fix them. Free and open to the community, including people who simply want to learn. Stay with your items throughout the repair; fixes are not gua

Sector67 · Madison · WI

Free

Homeschool Hangout

Sun Prairie Public Library

Connect with local homeschool families through a science-experiment activity and time to meet other learners. Designed for elementary-age children; all ages welcome. Registration required even if you cannot attend every monthly meetup. Fre

Sun Prairie Public Library · Sun Prairie · WI

Free

Winter Craft Workshop

Sun Prairie Public Library

Make up to three winter-themed crafts to take home during a drop-in session in The Mixer. Designed for ages 3–11. Children under eight need active adult supervision. No registration; free and open to the public. Choose only one workshop se

Sun Prairie Public Library · Sun Prairie · WI

Free

Cookbook Club

Sun Prairie Public Library

Bring a cookie recipe to share with other cooks as the library’s monthly cookbook gathering turns to a December cookie theme. Adults. Choose a cookie recipe, prepare it and bring the cookies to share. Cookbooks are available at the Welcome

Sun Prairie Public Library · Sun Prairie · WI

Kids Crafts: Winter Holidays

Waunakee Public Library

Make seasonal crafts to display, give or take home during a winter holiday art session. Grades K–4. No registration required. Meeting room: Storytime Room.

Waunakee Public Library · Waunakee · WI

Library After Hours: Trivia Night

Waunakee Public Library

Test your team’s knowledge over six categories during an after-hours library quiz, with refreshments and prizes. Adults. Teams up to six; solo participants may join a table. Register every team member. Doors open at 6 p.m.; quiz starts at

Waunakee Public Library · Waunakee · WI

Free