Friday Family Films - Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them

Join us for a Friday Family film!  Sit back and enjoy a great family movie at the Goodman South Madison Library. Snacks provided​!!! 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them' opens in 1926 as Newt Scamander has just completed a global excursion to find and document an e......More

Join us for a Friday Family film!  Sit back and enjoy a great family movie at the Goodman South Madison Library. Snacks provided​!!! 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them' opens in 1926 as Newt Scamander has just completed a global excursion to find and document an extraordinary array of magical creatures. Arriving in New York for a brief stopover, he might have come and gone without incident...were it not for a No-Maj (American for Muggle) names Jacob, a misplaced magical case, and the escape of some of Newt's fantastic beasts, which could spell trouble for both the wizarding and No-Maj worlds.

Goodman South Madison Library - Meeting Room 115

Community English

Practice speaking, reading, and writing English with Literacy Network. Beginning to intermediate students are welcome! Spring 2024 classes are January 27 - May 4, Saturdays, 10 am - 12 pm, in-person at Literacy Network, (701 Dane Street, Madison WI, 53713). The Literacy......More

Practice speaking, reading, and writing English with Literacy Network. Beginning to intermediate students are welcome! Spring 2024 classes are January 27 - May 4, Saturdays, 10 am - 12 pm, in-person at Literacy Network, (701 Dane Street, Madison WI, 53713). The Literacy Network is across the street from the Goodman South Madison Public Library. March 9th and April 13th classes will meet at the Goodman South Library. This class is free for students 18 years old and up living in Dane County. For more information and to sign up, please call Bex Fabrizio at Literacy Network at (608) 268-6425 or email her at [email protected]._______________________Practica hablar, leer, y escribir en inglés con Literacy Network. ¡Los estudiantes de nivel principiante a intermedio son bienvenidos! Las clases para el semestre de primavera son del 27 de enero al 4 de mayo en persona en Literacy Network, 701 Dane Street, Madison WI 53713, frente a la Biblioteca Goodman South Madison. Las clases del 9 de marzo y 13 de abril habrá en la Biblioteca Goodman South. Estas clases son gratuitas para adultos (18 años y mayores) que vivan en Dane County.

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Free Vision Screening @ Goodman South

Come to the Goodman South Library for a free vision screening by the Madison Central Lions!There is no age limit however we do request that minors are accompanied by a guardian.Madison Central Lions have been serving Madison since 1922.

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Wiggles and Words Multi-Age Storytime

Join us to READ and Play together. When children engage with books, songs, and play, they develop communication skills, patience, empathy, and pre-reading skills which helps to build a lifelong love of reading. This program is geared toward children under age 5. All old......More

Join us to READ and Play together. When children engage with books, songs, and play, they develop communication skills, patience, empathy, and pre-reading skills which helps to build a lifelong love of reading. This program is geared toward children under age 5. All older and younger siblings as well as childcare groups are welcome to join.Library programs are always free.

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Madison Writing Assistance at Goodman South

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.

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Goodman South Madison Book Club — Inciting Joy: Essays

Come join the book club for a lively thoughtful discussion of 'Inciting Joy' by Ross Gay. Everyone is welcome to our public group. Please find our books for the club next to the Reference Desk.

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Madison Writing Assistance at Goodman South

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.

Goodman South Madison Library - Blue Room 128

Madison Writing Assistance at Goodman South

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.

Goodman South Madison Library - Blue Room 128

DIY KITE MAKING

This class aims to show you how to make three simple flyable paper kites with inexpensive materials with Thurber Artist-In-Residence Ash Armenta. Create and design your paper kite using repeating stamp patterns, stencils, and dye. After the class completes construction,......More

This class aims to show you how to make three simple flyable paper kites with inexpensive materials with Thurber Artist-In-Residence Ash Armenta. Create and design your paper kite using repeating stamp patterns, stencils, and dye. After the class completes construction, everyone will have an opportunity to fly their own in Thurber Park. (kids and adults welcome) Please note this class takes place in Thurber Park (3325 Thurber Ave, Madison, WI 53714) as part of the Thurber Park Artist-In-Residence Program.  

*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 - *Offsite

Transportation Options with Metro Transit

​Learn about transportation options such as paratransit and other alternatives with Metro Transit! Topics include navigating paratransit, and exploring biking, bCycles, and the bus. Metro employees will answer your questions about transportation resources outside of a s......More

​Learn about transportation options such as paratransit and other alternatives with Metro Transit! Topics include navigating paratransit, and exploring biking, bCycles, and the bus. Metro employees will answer your questions about transportation resources outside of a single-passenger vehicle and provide one-on-one assistance in English and Spanish.For additional information call (608) 266-4466._____________________¡Recibe información individual con un empleado de Metro sobre el sistema de autobús en Inglés y Español! El personal está organizando eventos educativos en bibliotecas de Madison.El personal de Metro hablara sobre las opciones diferentes para viajar por la ciudad, incluyendo autobuses, BCylces, bicicletas y más.

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Application Assistance

Find help navigating application processes and filling out forms required for housing, immigration, food, health, and other community support services.In partnership with the City of Madison and Madison Public Library, the African Center for Community Development provid......More

Find help navigating application processes and filling out forms required for housing, immigration, food, health, and other community support services.In partnership with the City of Madison and Madison Public Library, the African Center for Community Development provides in-person assistance. Examples include: DisabilityEmploymentHousingPassportSocial securityUnemploymentWICFor questions about the program or to schedule an appointment, please call the African Center at 608-957-5623 or 608-294-0066.*Neither The African Center for Community Development nor Madison Public Library can provide legal assistance or advice.  We cannot fill out applications on your behalf or assess program eligibility. 

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RELIEF LINOCUT PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP

RELIEF LINOCUTThis class aims to introduce you to linoleum relief carving and printing. This class will provide you with a block, tools, and paper you will need to design and make your own handmade prints. Prints will be made by hand burnishing as well as using a fine a......More

RELIEF LINOCUTThis class aims to introduce you to linoleum relief carving and printing. This class will provide you with a block, tools, and paper you will need to design and make your own handmade prints. Prints will be made by hand burnishing as well as using a fine art printing press. No experience necessary, all levels are welcome. (adult)Please note this class takes place in Thurber Park (3325 Thurber Ave, Madison, WI 53714) as part of the Thurber Park Artist-In-Residence Program.

*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 - *Offsite

Madison Writing Assistance at Goodman South

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.

Goodman South Madison Library - Blue Room 128

Madison Writing Assistance at Goodman South

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.

Goodman South Madison Library - Blue Room 128

Madison Writing Assistance at Goodman South

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.

Goodman South Madison Library - Blue Room 128

Munch Mobile Meals

The River Food Pantry's Munch Truck will be stopping outside Goodman South on Tuesday from 3:10PM - 3:30PM. About River Food Pantry & Munch TruckLaunched in 2016, Munch is our mobile meals program that delivers free healthy meals to children and adults in over a dozen l......More

The River Food Pantry's Munch Truck will be stopping outside Goodman South on Tuesday from 3:10PM - 3:30PM. About River Food Pantry & Munch TruckLaunched in 2016, Munch is our mobile meals program that delivers free healthy meals to children and adults in over a dozen low-income neighborhoods throughout Madison. Each meal contains a sandwich or main menu item, a fruit or vegetable, a grain, a treat, and a drink. Everyone is welcome to take home a free meal. No registration or ID is required.Neighborhoods served by Munch have large populations of children eligible for free school lunch. To bridge the gap that exists when school lunch is not available, Munch operates up to 6 days per week, Monday–Saturday, any time school cafeterias are closed (including breaks and periods of remote learning).For any questions or comments, please contact the Munch staff at [email protected] or (608) 661-1223.

Goodman South Madison Library - *Offsite

It Takes a Village After-School Enrichment

Come be in community with other teens during this after-school program at Goodman South Madison Library! Every day after school teens are invited to decompress with art activities, video games, movies, board games, social time or quiet time to do homework together. Drop......More

Come be in community with other teens during this after-school program at Goodman South Madison Library! Every day after school teens are invited to decompress with art activities, video games, movies, board games, social time or quiet time to do homework together. Drop in or stay for the whole time - It Takes A Village is intended as a place for youth ages 12-19 to find their people, access resources, have fun, and rely on their village for support and wellness.

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Wiggles and Words Multi-Age Storytime

Join us to READ and Play together. When children engage with books, songs, and play, they develop communication skills, patience, empathy, and pre-reading skills which helps to build a lifelong love of reading. This program is geared toward children under age 5. All old......More

Join us to READ and Play together. When children engage with books, songs, and play, they develop communication skills, patience, empathy, and pre-reading skills which helps to build a lifelong love of reading. This program is geared toward children under age 5. All older and younger siblings as well as childcare groups are welcome to join.Library programs are always free.

Goodman South Madison Library - Meeting Room 115

Transforming Metal Workshop

Have you ever wondered how your favorite piece of jewelry was made?  Have you ever watched a metalsmith transform a piece of flat, ordinary metal into a beautiful object?  If so, you will really enjoy this, “hands on” workshop!Members of the Wisconsin Metalsmiths will b......More

Have you ever wondered how your favorite piece of jewelry was made?  Have you ever watched a metalsmith transform a piece of flat, ordinary metal into a beautiful object?  If so, you will really enjoy this, “hands on” workshop!Members of the Wisconsin Metalsmiths will be on hand demonstrating their techniques and skills, and will teach you how to produce your own wearable item or useful object of art.  Try your hand at transforming sheets of metal into something special, using hammers, pliers, stamps, torches, and more.  Walk away from the workshop with something that is uniquely yours! No previous metalsmithing skills are necessary.  Everything will be provided for you to experience the magic of manipulating metal. The workshop is limited to 15 people so please register only if you are committed to attending. Registration opens April 10 at 10am. Participants must be age 15 and older and must sign a consent form provided the evening of the workshop. Participants under age 18 must be accompanied by a consenting adult. Closed-toed shoes are required, please tie back hair and avoid loose clothing. You are welcome to bring an apron if you wish to further protect your clothing.If registration is full, please call the library to see about a wait list slot.This event is generously funded by the Friends of Goodman South Library.

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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

Application Assistance

Find help navigating application processes and filling out forms required for housing, immigration, food, health, and other community support services.In partnership with the City of Madison and Madison Public Library, the African Center for Community Development provid......More

Find help navigating application processes and filling out forms required for housing, immigration, food, health, and other community support services.In partnership with the City of Madison and Madison Public Library, the African Center for Community Development provides in-person assistance. Examples include: DisabilityEmploymentHousingPassportSocial securityUnemploymentWICFor questions about the program or to schedule an appointment, please call the African Center at 608-957-5623 or 608-294-0066.*Neither The African Center for Community Development nor Madison Public Library can provide legal assistance or advice.  We cannot fill out applications on your behalf or assess program eligibility. 

Goodman South Madison Library - *In Goodman South Madison Library

Congressional Art Contest Reception

Join U.S. Representative Mark Pocan and young artists from Southcentral Wisconsin for a reception displaying this year's finalists. Light refreshments will be provided. _________________________The Congressional Art Competition is an annual celebration of the artistic t......More

Join U.S. Representative Mark Pocan and young artists from Southcentral Wisconsin for a reception displaying this year's finalists. Light refreshments will be provided. _________________________The Congressional Art Competition is an annual celebration of the artistic talent of our students in south-central Wisconsin. It is important to foster and celebrate the creative drive of our high school youth, and the competition gives a positive outlet for students to share their talent with their community.As with prior years, one grand prize winner will receive the honor of having their artwork put on display in our nation’s capital for an entire year. For details visit: https://pocan.house.gov/services/congressional-art-competition

Goodman South Madison Library - Meeting Room 115

Community English

Practice speaking, reading, and writing English with Literacy Network. Beginning to intermediate students are welcome! Spring 2024 classes are January 27 - May 4, Saturdays, 10 am - 12 pm, in-person at Literacy Network, (701 Dane Street, Madison WI, 53713). The Literacy......More

Practice speaking, reading, and writing English with Literacy Network. Beginning to intermediate students are welcome! Spring 2024 classes are January 27 - May 4, Saturdays, 10 am - 12 pm, in-person at Literacy Network, (701 Dane Street, Madison WI, 53713). The Literacy Network is across the street from the Goodman South Madison Public Library. March 9th and April 13th classes will meet at the Goodman South Library. This class is free for students 18 years old and up living in Dane County. For more information and to sign up, please call Bex Fabrizio at Literacy Network at (608) 268-6425 or email her at [email protected]._______________________Practica hablar, leer, y escribir en inglés con Literacy Network. ¡Los estudiantes de nivel principiante a intermedio son bienvenidos! Las clases para el semestre de primavera son del 27 de enero al 4 de mayo en persona en Literacy Network, 701 Dane Street, Madison WI 53713, frente a la Biblioteca Goodman South Madison. Las clases del 9 de marzo y 13 de abril habrá en la Biblioteca Goodman South. Estas clases son gratuitas para adultos (18 años y mayores) que vivan en Dane County.

Goodman South Madison Library - *Offsite

Madison Writing Assistance at Goodman South

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.

Goodman South Madison Library - Blue Room 128

Madison Writing Assistance at Goodman South

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.

Goodman South Madison Library - Blue Room 128

Madison Writing Assistance at Goodman South

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.

Goodman South Madison Library - Blue Room 128

Application Assistance

Find help navigating application processes and filling out forms required for housing, immigration, food, health, and other community support services.In partnership with the City of Madison and Madison Public Library, the African Center for Community Development provid......More

Find help navigating application processes and filling out forms required for housing, immigration, food, health, and other community support services.In partnership with the City of Madison and Madison Public Library, the African Center for Community Development provides in-person assistance. Examples include: DisabilityEmploymentHousingPassportSocial securityUnemploymentWICFor questions about the program or to schedule an appointment, please call the African Center at 608-957-5623 or 608-294-0066.*Neither The African Center for Community Development nor Madison Public Library can provide legal assistance or advice.  We cannot fill out applications on your behalf or assess program eligibility. 

Goodman South Madison Library - *In Goodman South Madison Library