Kids' Open Dungeons and Dragons

School age children (elementary and middle school) are invited to join us for this kid-led Dungeons & Dragons campaign. Be a part of an adventuring party where you'll use your imagination and creativity to explore a fantasy world in an epic quest. Our Dungeon Master Jar......More

School age children (elementary and middle school) are invited to join us for this kid-led Dungeons & Dragons campaign. Be a part of an adventuring party where you'll use your imagination and creativity to explore a fantasy world in an epic quest. Our Dungeon Master Jared will provide support and help guide campaigns along with our adult D&D experts and our Youth Librarian Ruth.This weekly session is for beginners.About D&D: Dungeons and Dragons is a fantasy tabletop role-playing game that allows each player to create their own character to play. These characters embark upon imaginary adventures within a fantasy setting. A Dungeon Master (DM) serves as the game's referee and storyteller, while maintaining the setting in which the adventures occur.

Sequoya Library - Meeting Rooms A and B Combined

Wisconsin Book Festival Presents Not Your Mother's Romance Writers

This is a VIRTUAL event only — Advanced registration is required.Presented in partnership with Simon & Schuster as part of their Spring 2024 Authorfest. Join TJ Alexander, Kaliane Bradley, & Jackie Lau in conversation with Christina Hobbs and Lauren Billings, the duo be......More

This is a VIRTUAL event only — Advanced registration is required.Presented in partnership with Simon & Schuster as part of their Spring 2024 Authorfest. Join TJ Alexander, Kaliane Bradley, & Jackie Lau in conversation with Christina Hobbs and Lauren Billings, the duo behind the romance power-house Christina Lauren.From fake relationships to star-crossed time travelers to queer throuples, these authors are not your mother’s romance writers.Ahead of their upcoming releases, Alexander, Bradley, and Lau will discuss what makes a great romance, and how the genre can go beyond a simple love story.In conversation with Christina Hobbs and Lauren Billings.

*All Libraries, Alicia Ashman Library, Central Library, Goodman South Madison Library, Hawthorne Library, Imagination Center at Reindahl Park, Lakeview Library, Meadowridge Library, Monroe Street Library, Pinney Library, Sequoya Library - *Online

A Chat About ChatGPT (and Other Generative AI Tools)

Generative artificial intelligence has quickly become a regular news topic and part of our lives in ways we may not even realize. But what exactly is it, and what are the consequences for society? UW-Madison Librarian Dave Bloom will introduce the background and functio......More

Generative artificial intelligence has quickly become a regular news topic and part of our lives in ways we may not even realize. But what exactly is it, and what are the consequences for society? UW-Madison Librarian Dave Bloom will introduce the background and functionality behind generative AI, demonstrate some of its everyday uses, discuss the benefits and drawbacks of this technology, and answer questions.About the presenter: Dave Bloom is a Science & Engineering Librarian at the University of Wisconsin-Madison Libraries. Having held this position since 2016, he also serves as representative for the UW’s Patent & Trademark Resource Center, a nationally coordinated program that offers support to aspiring entrepreneurs and others interested in intellectual property. Dave has been tracking developments in generative AI since the popularization of ChatGPT in early 2023 and is chiefly interested in the impact of publicly available generative AI tools on how we search for and engage with information.

Sequoya Library - Meeting Room B

Madison Writing Assistance at Sequoya

The Madison Writing Assistance (MWA) program offers free, one-to-one writing support for community members at library branches throughout the city. Our friendly, experienced writing coaches are happy to help with writing projects across a wide range of genres, including......More

The Madison Writing Assistance (MWA) program offers free, one-to-one writing support for community members at library branches throughout the city. Our friendly, experienced writing coaches are happy to help with writing projects across a wide range of genres, including resumes, cover letters, application essays, grant proposals, fiction writing, memoirs, and more.Schedule an appointment online with the link below, by phone, or in person.MWA services are made possible through generous donations from the Evjue Foundation and UW Anonymous Fund, along with administrative and program support from the UW-Madison English Department, the UW-Madison Writing Center, and our Library and neighborhood center partners.

Sequoya Library - Study Room 104

Madison Writing Assistance at Sequoya

The Madison Writing Assistance (MWA) program offers free, one-to-one writing support for community members at library branches throughout the city. Our friendly, experienced writing coaches are happy to help with writing projects across a wide range of genres, including......More

The Madison Writing Assistance (MWA) program offers free, one-to-one writing support for community members at library branches throughout the city. Our friendly, experienced writing coaches are happy to help with writing projects across a wide range of genres, including resumes, cover letters, application essays, grant proposals, fiction writing, memoirs, and more.Schedule an appointment online with the link below, by phone, or in person.MWA services are made possible through generous donations from the Evjue Foundation and UW Anonymous Fund, along with administrative and program support from the UW-Madison English Department, the UW-Madison Writing Center, and our Library and neighborhood center partners.

Sequoya Library - Study Room 104

Madison Writing Assistance at Sequoya

The Madison Writing Assistance (MWA) program offers free, one-to-one writing support for community members at library branches throughout the city. Our friendly, experienced writing coaches are happy to help with writing projects across a wide range of genres, including......More

The Madison Writing Assistance (MWA) program offers free, one-to-one writing support for community members at library branches throughout the city. Our friendly, experienced writing coaches are happy to help with writing projects across a wide range of genres, including resumes, cover letters, application essays, grant proposals, fiction writing, memoirs, and more.Schedule an appointment online with the link below, by phone, or in person.MWA services are made possible through generous donations from the Evjue Foundation and UW Anonymous Fund, along with administrative and program support from the UW-Madison English Department, the UW-Madison Writing Center, and our Library and neighborhood center partners.

Sequoya Library - Study Room 104

[FULL] Introduction to Watercolor with Artist Katherine Moore

Have you been interested in trying watercolors, but haven't known how to get started?  Then this is the class for you! We will be starting with the very basics of watercolor painting.  Group instruction about materials and techniques will be provided by current Sequoya ......More

Have you been interested in trying watercolors, but haven't known how to get started?  Then this is the class for you! We will be starting with the very basics of watercolor painting.  Group instruction about materials and techniques will be provided by current Sequoya Library artist Katherine Moore.  We will then spend time with our new techniques to paint a watercolor bird.  All materials provided.  Age 15+Registration opens April 12 at 9am.This event coincides with the Nature's Delights: Madison's Urban Ecology art exhibit at the Sequoya Library by Katherine Moore of Lost Feather Studio. The exhibit runs from March 4 through May, 2024.Artist Statement: The richness of the urban ecology in Madison never ceases to surprise me. Finding owl tracks in the fresh snow, a heart-shaped lichen, or a fish tail a mile from Lake Wingra leaves me full of awe and wonder. They remind me that despite our parking lots and stoplights and noise, the magical delights of nature abound. My art attempts to capture and share the beautiful moments happening right outside our front door. 

Sequoya Library - Meeting Rooms A and B Combined

Puzzle Swap!

Bring puzzles you've already done and trade them for puzzles that are new-to-you!Puzzles for all ages and of all sizes accepted, as long as they are in good condition with all the pieces.

Sequoya Library - Meeting Rooms A and B Combined

Mindful Moments: a Drop-In Meditation Group

Mindfulness is the art of paying attention, of listening to your heart. Rather than worrying about the future or ruminating about the past, mindfulness can help you enjoy life more fully, effectively, and peacefully. Join us when you can to learn simple mindfulness and ......More

Mindfulness is the art of paying attention, of listening to your heart. Rather than worrying about the future or ruminating about the past, mindfulness can help you enjoy life more fully, effectively, and peacefully. Join us when you can to learn simple mindfulness and meditation techniques that can be incorporated into your everyday routine to reduce your stress and increase your well-being. Typically, each session will begin with a brief check-in, followed by a guided sitting meditation. Then Gloria will share reflections on some aspect of mindfulness. The group will discuss the topic and ask any questions about the practice. We will end with another sitting meditation. Experience in mindfulness or meditation is not necessary. This program is being offered both in-person and online through Zoom. If you would like to join by Zoom, please register below. Registration is not necessary for in-person attendance.This program is part of the Live Well @ Your Library​ initiative.

Sequoya Library - Meeting Rooms A and B Combined

Monday Meetup

Join us on Monday afternoon for library fun--you never know what might happen!Projects especially chosen for the school-age crowd; all ages welcome with adult help.

Sequoya Library - Meeting Rooms A and B Combined

Adult Knitting Group

Come on in and share tips or get advice! Please bring your own supplies. All skill levels welcome.

Sequoya Library - Meeting Room A

Kids' Open Dungeons and Dragons

School age children (elementary and middle school) are invited to join us for this kid-led Dungeons & Dragons campaign. Be a part of an adventuring party where you'll use your imagination and creativity to explore a fantasy world in an epic quest. Our Dungeon Master Jar......More

School age children (elementary and middle school) are invited to join us for this kid-led Dungeons & Dragons campaign. Be a part of an adventuring party where you'll use your imagination and creativity to explore a fantasy world in an epic quest. Our Dungeon Master Jared will provide support and help guide campaigns along with our adult D&D experts and our Youth Librarian Ruth.This weekly session is for beginners.About D&D: Dungeons and Dragons is a fantasy tabletop role-playing game that allows each player to create their own character to play. These characters embark upon imaginary adventures within a fantasy setting. A Dungeon Master (DM) serves as the game's referee and storyteller, while maintaining the setting in which the adventures occur.

Sequoya Library - Meeting Rooms A and B Combined

Mystery Book Discussion: Find Me

Join us for a discussion of this month's mystery book, Find Me, by Alafair Burke. New members always welcome! Copies may be available at the Ask Desk.Synopsis: A Manhattan defense lawyer searches for her missing best friend, a person who never recovered from amnesia aft......More

Join us for a discussion of this month's mystery book, Find Me, by Alafair Burke. New members always welcome! Copies may be available at the Ask Desk.Synopsis: A Manhattan defense lawyer searches for her missing best friend, a person who never recovered from amnesia after an accident, with the help of a homicide detective who thinks the disappearance might be related to a cold case.

Sequoya Library - Meeting Rooms A and B Combined

Spanish Literature Discussion Group (simultaneously in-person and ONLINE)

Presentado por University League en asociación​ con la Biblioteca Sequoya. Todos son bienvenidos--no hay necesidad de ser miembro de la University League. Los libros y las discusiones son completamente en español. Se puede prestar un libro (Más Allá por Julia Alvarez) e......More

Presentado por University League en asociación​ con la Biblioteca Sequoya. Todos son bienvenidos--no hay necesidad de ser miembro de la University League. Los libros y las discusiones son completamente en español. Se puede prestar un libro (Más Allá por Julia Alvarez) en el escritorio marcado con 'Ask Here' (Biblioteca Sequoya, 4340 Tokay Blvd.) Este evento tambien se realizará virtualmente a través de Zoom. Más información sobre este programa se le enviará por correo electrónico cuando se registre. Zoom es una plataforma de video gratuita, y puede mirar en un navegador, a través de la aplicación móvil gratuita para ios o android, o llamar para participar solo por voz. Para participar virtualmente a través de Zoom, por favor regístrese abajo. No es necesario registrarse para participar en persona. Presented by the University League in partnership with the Sequoya Library. Everyone is welcome, one does not have to be a member of University League. Books and discussion are completely in Spanish. Please ask about obtaining a book at the Sequoya Library 'Ask Here' desk.This event will also be hosted virtually through Zoom; more information will be emailed to you upon registration. Zoom is a free video platform, and you can watch on a browser, through the free mobile app for ios or android, or call in to participate by voice only. If you would like to join by Zoom, please register below. Registration is not necessary for in-person attendance. 

Sequoya Library - Meeting Room B

Read to a Dog

Read aloud to a furry friend from Alliance for Therapy Dogs. Bring a favorite book or try a new one from our collection. First come, first served.

Sequoya Library - Meeting Rooms A and B Combined

Volunteer Event: Summer Mini- Maker Kit Assembly

Madison Public Library will be kicking off our Summer Edition of WE READ! Now the library is looking for volunteers to help with the hard part: creating the mini maker kits! If you would like to donate your time and effort to this project, please register below! Registr......More

Madison Public Library will be kicking off our Summer Edition of WE READ! Now the library is looking for volunteers to help with the hard part: creating the mini maker kits! If you would like to donate your time and effort to this project, please register below! Registration for the event is open.Find other We Read Volunteer Events here. You can also rad more about Madison Public Library's We Read program. 

Sequoya Library - Meeting Rooms A and B Combined

Madison Writing Assistance at Sequoya

The Madison Writing Assistance (MWA) program offers free, one-to-one writing support for community members at library branches throughout the city. Our friendly, experienced writing coaches are happy to help with writing projects across a wide range of genres, including......More

The Madison Writing Assistance (MWA) program offers free, one-to-one writing support for community members at library branches throughout the city. Our friendly, experienced writing coaches are happy to help with writing projects across a wide range of genres, including resumes, cover letters, application essays, grant proposals, fiction writing, memoirs, and more.Schedule an appointment online with the link below, by phone, or in person.MWA services are made possible through generous donations from the Evjue Foundation and UW Anonymous Fund, along with administrative and program support from the UW-Madison English Department, the UW-Madison Writing Center, and our Library and neighborhood center partners.

Sequoya Library - Study Room 104

Madison Writing Assistance at Sequoya

The Madison Writing Assistance (MWA) program offers free, one-to-one writing support for community members at library branches throughout the city. Our friendly, experienced writing coaches are happy to help with writing projects across a wide range of genres, including......More

The Madison Writing Assistance (MWA) program offers free, one-to-one writing support for community members at library branches throughout the city. Our friendly, experienced writing coaches are happy to help with writing projects across a wide range of genres, including resumes, cover letters, application essays, grant proposals, fiction writing, memoirs, and more.Schedule an appointment online with the link below, by phone, or in person.MWA services are made possible through generous donations from the Evjue Foundation and UW Anonymous Fund, along with administrative and program support from the UW-Madison English Department, the UW-Madison Writing Center, and our Library and neighborhood center partners.

Sequoya Library - Study Room 104

Madison Writing Assistance at Sequoya

The Madison Writing Assistance (MWA) program offers free, one-to-one writing support for community members at library branches throughout the city. Our friendly, experienced writing coaches are happy to help with writing projects across a wide range of genres, including......More

The Madison Writing Assistance (MWA) program offers free, one-to-one writing support for community members at library branches throughout the city. Our friendly, experienced writing coaches are happy to help with writing projects across a wide range of genres, including resumes, cover letters, application essays, grant proposals, fiction writing, memoirs, and more.Schedule an appointment online with the link below, by phone, or in person.MWA services are made possible through generous donations from the Evjue Foundation and UW Anonymous Fund, along with administrative and program support from the UW-Madison English Department, the UW-Madison Writing Center, and our Library and neighborhood center partners.

Sequoya Library - Study Room 104

Friends of Sequoya Library Book Sale (6672 Odana Road)

This sale takes place at the Friends of Sequoya Bookshop, 6672 Odana Road.On the first Saturday of each month, Friends of Sequoya Book Sales take place at our shop located at 6672 Odana Road in Market Square (next to Play-it-Again Sports). Some months also have a 'bonus......More

This sale takes place at the Friends of Sequoya Bookshop, 6672 Odana Road.On the first Saturday of each month, Friends of Sequoya Book Sales take place at our shop located at 6672 Odana Road in Market Square (next to Play-it-Again Sports). Some months also have a 'bonus' sale on third Saturdays!Masks are welcome but not required.

Sequoya Library - *Offsite

Sounds of Hawai'i: Ced Ba'etch' presents Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar

Ced invites you on a journey to the Hawaiian islands to introduce you to one of the world's most beautiful & unique music style and its whimsical and peaceful melodies: Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar! This showcase will be peppered with the history of the music and the artis......More

Ced invites you on a journey to the Hawaiian islands to introduce you to one of the world's most beautiful & unique music style and its whimsical and peaceful melodies: Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar! This showcase will be peppered with the history of the music and the artists that created it.Ced Ba'etch' is a Madison-based French expatriate guitar player/singer. His guitar picking is an alternating bass melodic fingerstyle and his vast repertoire encompasses: Hawaiian slack key, Americana 'big thumb' guitar, 1920's country blues, movie soundtracks, French pop music of the past and Parisian waltz, as well as original material. 

Sequoya Library - Meeting Rooms A and B Combined