Storytimes near Madison Public Library

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Enjoy an interactive storytime & puppet show at the Madison Public Library, every Thursday at 9:30am. This storytime is perfect for patrons aged 0-3. No registration is required. NOW IN AUDITORIUM 1! Auditorium 1 -- Madison Public Library Questions? Contact madison@hmcpl.org. Join us at the Madison Public Library for a storytime and puppet show!

Madison Public Library

Enjoy an interactive storytime & puppet show at the Madison Public Library, every Thursday at 10:30am. This storytime is perfect for patrons aged 3-5. No registration is required. NOW IN AUDITORIUM 1! Auditorium 1 -- Madison Public Library Questions? Contact madison@hmcpl.org. Join us at the Madison Public Library for a storytime and puppet show!

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Don't miss this opportunity to meet local author Daco Auffenorde and hear about her latest novel, The Medici Curse (2025) . Daco is from the South and writes fast-paced thrillers layered with suspense and atmosphere. The Medici Curse is a gothic thriller with supernatural elements. The story is set in Tuscany and has plenty of twists, turns, and intrigue to keep you turning the pages. Her previous book, psychological thriller, The Forgotten Girl , was a winner of Book of the Year (2023) in the Best Thriller Book Awards. Books for sale by Blue Apple Books. This event is in partnership with the Madison Senior Center and Blue Apple Books . This program is held off-site at the Madison Senior Center. Madison Senior Center 1329 Brown's Ferry Road Madison, AL 35758 256-774-441 www.myactivecenter.com Questions? Email madison@hmcpl.org. Meet local author Daco Auffenorde at the Madison Senior Center.

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Love YA books, but your teen years are behind you? Do you find yourself crushing on lead characters that are half your age? We have the group for you! We meet monthly at the Madison Public Library, and we theme our food dishes to the books we're reading and discussing. Children are welcome to attend. This month we're reading " The Dead of Summer " by Ryan La Sala. The food theme is choose a restaurant from the island. YA Book Club for adults

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Welcome to Stitch Lab! a monthly group where children ages 7-13 learn the basics of hand and machine sewing. Participants will have opportunities to try new sewing techniques, as well as build skills with the assistance of our experienced instructors. July's Focus: Attaching Buttons with Hand Sewing The July 7th, 8th and 9th sessions are identical - please only register for one. Registration is required https://calendly.com/madisonstudio/stitch-lab-jul-2026 This class is best suited for children who are passionate about learning a new skill and a come ready to complete a project in a 45-50 minute time frame. Please contact makerspace staff with any questions or concerns or to schedule an individual lesson. Participants arriving more than 10 minutes late will be unable to participate in the activity. Questions? Please contact madisonstudio@hmcpl.org Makers ages 7-13 learn the basics of hand & machine sewing.

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Be an archeologist and learn about ancient Greek and Roman warriors through crafts and hands on learning.

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Edge of Tomorrow (2014) Disgraced major William Cage is demoted to private and sent to the front lines to battle against a race of aliens known as "mimics." Every time Cage is killed in combat, he awakens at the moment he arrived at the military base. He repeats the day so often, he learns the patterns and gets ever closer to defeating the alien menace. It stars Tom Cruise, Emily Blunt, Bill Paxton and Brendan Gleeson. It is rated PG-13. Edge of Tomorrow Trailer July 16- Spaceballs July 23- Explorers July 30- Treasure Planet Rob will be showing Edge of Tomorrow in the Auditoriums. It is rated PG-13.

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Someone has murdered famed paleontologist Othniel Marsh and stolen his priceless fossil discoveries. Your team has been asked by the local marshals to help solve the crime, capture the murderer, and recover the fossils before they escape on the next train out of town. With only 45 minutes before the next train departs, are you up to the task? Youth ages 8+ only please. Register Here: https://calendly.com/madisonstudio/escape-room-2026 Sessions will start on the hour and teams will consist of up to 10 players. Please sign up for only one time slot. Young Adult Room -- Madison Public Library Questions? Contact madisonstudio@hmcpl.org Can you & your team solve the mystery and recover the stolen fossils?

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Join other moms of older babies (9 months and up) in this support group led by Madison Hospital staff.

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New and experienced players welcome! The group meets every Monday and Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. For more information contact Carolyn at creagle@hmcpl.org or call 256-461-0046. Madison Library to play American Mah Jongg.

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Someone has murdered famed paleontologist Othniel Marsh and stolen his priceless fossil discoveries. Your team has been asked by the local marshals to help solve the crime, capture the murderer, and recover the fossils before they escape on the next train out of town. With only 45 minutes before the next train departs, are you up to the task? Youth ages 8+ only please. Register Here: https://calendly.com/madisonstudio/escape-room-2026 Sessions will start on the hour and teams will consist of up to 10 players. Please sign up for only one time slot. Young Adult Room -- Madison Public Library Questions? Contact madisonstudio@hmcpl.org Can you & your team solve the mystery and recover the stolen fossils?

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Members of the Tennessee Valley LEGO club will feature several dinosaur themed Lego builds. Enjoy making your won creations at the loose brick station. Children will not be able to keep their builds.

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Truth is Stranger Than Fiction features non-fiction books exclusively. Everyone is welcome to join at any time! Secret History of Bigfoot: field notes on a North American monster by John O'Connor Journalist and self-diagnosed skeptic John O'Connor is fascinated by Sasquatch. Curious to learn more, he embarks on a quest through the North American wilds in search of Bigfoot, its myth and meaning. Alongside an eccentric cast of characters, he explores the zany and secretive world of "cryptozoology," tracking Bigfoot through ancient folklore to Harry and the Hendersons , while examining the forces behind our ever-widening belief in the supernatural. As O'Connor treks through the shrouded forests of the Pacific Northwest, listens to firsthand accounts, and attends Bigfoot conventions, he's left wondering―what happens when the lines between myth and reality blur? Place Hold here Second Saturday of each month at 2:00 pm Auditorium 2--Madison Public Library Questions? Contact madison@hmcpl.org Join us at Madison Public Library to discuss non-fiction. This month's selection is The Secret History of Bigfoot by John O'Connor

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Meet up with other chess lovers! Chess boards provided or you may bring your own. Meet up with other chess lovers! Chess boards provided or you may bring your own.

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You're never too young to have fun at First Steps Storytime! Enjoy interactive stories, songs, and activities for babies ages 0-18 months, and stay after for playtime! First Steps Storytime is offered weekly on Mondays at 9:30 a.m., and our stories and songs rotate on a monthly basis. No registration is required. Program Room -- Madison Public Library Questions? Contact madison@hmcpl.org. Join us at the Madison Public Library for stories, songs, and rhymes for babies ages 0-18 months!

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Meet up with other moms and gain support from this group presented by Madison Hospital staff. Come early and join our youth librarians for Baby Storytime at 9:30!

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New and experienced players welcome! The group meets every Monday and Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. For more information contact Carolyn at creagle@hmcpl.org or call 256-461-0046. Madison Library to play American Mah Jongg.

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The Madison City Chess League provides kids in North Alabama the opportunity to play chess for free on Monday nights.

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Get your wiggles out at our toddler storytime! Enjoy interactive stories, songs, and activities for ages 18 months - 3 years. No registration is required. Program Room -- Madison Public Library Questions? Contact madison@hmcpl.org. Join us at Madison Public Library for stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 18 months - 3 years!

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Move and groove at our preschool storytime! Enjoy interactive stories, songs, and activities for ages 3 - 5. No registration is required. Program Room -- Madison Public Library Questions? Contact madison@hmcpl.org. Join us at Madison Public Library for stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 3 - 5!

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Each week, we'll take over the Teen Lounge -- or the back patio when the weather's nice -- and do whatever you, the teens, want to do: make pin-back buttons, draw and color, play board games or the WiiU, and otherwise hang out. Young Adult Room -- Madison Public Library Questions? Email Alyx at akim-yohn@hmcpl.org. The teens are taking over!

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Can you tell what this tech was used for? Join the Madison library while we explore the dinosaurs of technology! Madison Public Library -- Auditorium 1 Questions? Contact madisonstudio@hmcpl.org Discover the wild world of "ancient" technology!

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We will complete a beginner's sewing project to create your own mini backpack for travel or everyday use. Our focus will be on construction and bag hardware. All materials will be provided. Ages 16 and up welcome. Registration is full. Please email madisonstudio@hmcpl.org to be added to the waitlist. The Studio -- Madison Public Library Questions? Please contact madisonstudio@hmcpl.org Join us at the Madison Library to sew a Mini Backpack!

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Join our new writing group led by author, Georgina Cross. Each month we'll discuss: What are you writing? What are you reading? Your routine: Have you set aside time/time blocked to write? Have you told yourself: I AM AN AUTHOR. Have you told friends or family: I'm working on a book. (Friends will help make you feel more accountable.) We'll discuss plans for plotting and outlining, beginning and continuing to write your book. Georgina is also outlining and plotting while doing a little bit of research as she is starting a new book. This group meets monthly on the 2nd Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. For more information: please contact georginacrossauthor@gmail.com Join us for a new writing group at the Madison Library!

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Are you interested in volunteering in the Bookstore or supporting the library through other avenues? The Madison Friends of the Library is the way to do just that. Meetings are the second Tuesday of every month at 6:30pm. Join the FOL!

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Join the North Alabama Stitchers to work on your projects, get craft ideas, learn exciting new techniques and enjoy fellowship with other hand sewing enthusiasts. For more info: madison@hmcpl.org Bring a project of your own and enjoy some company with fellow stitchers!

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NCBC is a weekly book club for adults and adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Anyone can participate, whatever their reading or ability level. For more information, please email akim-yohn@hmcpl.org and creagle@hmcpl.org. Next Chapter Book Club (NCBC)

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No Genre Left Behind Book Club is for readers with an interest in a variety of genres. You can count on a lively book discussion from this insightful bunch or readers. Handcraft projects are always welcome. This month's selection: The All-Girl Filling Station's Last Reunion by Fannie Flagg Place Hold or Read on Libby For more information, email: knit1@hmcpl.org . The All-Girl Filling Station's Last Reunion by Fannie Flagg

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The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie (2024) " That's all, folks! " Porky Pig and Daffy Duck are Earth's only hope when facing the threat of alien invasion. (Synopsis from IMDb) The Auditorium opens at 12:30 p.m. and the movie begins at 1:00 p.m. Food and drink are allowed in the auditoriums during the movie. The concession snacks are generously made available by the Madison Friends of the Library. This film is rated PG. The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie trailer July 22- Goosebumps (2015) July 29- Monster Trucks (2016) The movie will be shown in the auditoriums of the Madison Public Library. You can contact Rob with any questions at rfreese@hmcpl.org. Rob Freese presents The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie (Rated PG)

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It's a Dino-Mite summer and we're getting crafty! Join us at the Madison Library for a dinosaur themed nostalgic crafternoon. We'll be making sun catchers, braided bracelets, and shrinky dinks. No registration is required. All materials will be provided. Madison Public Library -- Program Room Questions? Contact madisonstudio@hmcpl.org Join us at the Madison Library as we make dinosaur themed nostalgic crafts.