Programs

Bridge Talks Monthly

Adult & Educational Programs

Since 2023 the library has hosted monthly bridge talks. These evening presentations are facilitated by the leadership and engineers working on the Blackhawk Bridge project. They often bring slides, photos, information and some hands-on learning to inform the community what's happening as the bridge is being built. These will continue as long as we can have them as the bridge is being built. 

Additionally, the library hosts many other kinds of talks for a variety of audiences. Recently we have had presentations from experts in aging and memory care; Civil War history and HazMat Emergency Management. 

Holiday Market- "Spirt of Giving"

In 2024 we tried something new and it was very popular. We asked our community to donate new or excellent condition small "gift" type items and wrapping paper for a youth holiday market. The items came, we sorted them, and children could come and get a gift for someone in their family such as a parent or grandparent. We had helpers on site to help them wrap their gifts and put tags on them. If you would like to donate or help with this program for the next holiday season, please let us know! 

Child making holiday gift tag

 

Children's programs

The library hosts a regular story time, typically the last Friday of each month at 11am. We usually read a story or two, do a related craft and then have time for play. We have a train table, toys and puzzles for all ages. 

Summer Reading

When school's out for the summer, learning through the library springs into session. In summer 2025, we offered free programs on a variety of topics including water safety, animals of the Driftless area, map reading and art. These are all facilitated by community volunteers or library staff. 

After-school at the Library

During the school year we have several "passive" programs for young people from 3:30pm-6pm. These include Lego free building on Tuesdays, some scheduled game days and art days. 

New in 2025-

We are looking to build more daytime programs for homeschoolers. Check our Facebook page for updated details!