Double Blue
Moon
Saturday, March 31
6:30-8:00pm
UW Madison Arboretum
1207 Seminole Highway
While February had no full moons this year, March and
January both have two. A double blue moon-two full moons in
two different months of a year-only happens a few times in a
century. Hike with a naturalist in search of night life,
sights, and sounds. Free, no registration required. Meet at
the Visitor Center.
Transitions
Sunday, April 1st
1pm-2:30pm
UW Madison Arboretum
1207 Seminole Highway
Early spring can have variable weather, influencing plant
awakenings and animal behavior. Walk with the naturalist to
areas where changes are most evident. Free, no registration
required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Preschool
Storytime
Monday, April 2nd
10:30 am - 11:15 am
Meadowridge Library
5726 Raymond Rd
A happy blend of stories, fingerplays and songs that help
preschool children develop print and phonologic awareness,
vocabulary, letter knowledge and narrative skills.
Registration not required.
Madison Police
Department Chief Koval’s Community Forum
Tuesday, April 3rd
6-7:30pm
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church
1701 McKenna Blvd
Madison Police Chief Michael Koval will be hosting a
community forum at Our Redeemer Church. He will be
discussing concerns specific to the West District. This is a
great opportunity to come listen to the Chief, ask
questions, discuss concerns and hear about what the police
are doing in our community.
West Madison
Senior Center Lunches
Wed. & Thur. April 4th & 5th
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Meadowridge Library
5726 Raymond Rd
Nutritious meals are offered to those 60 and older. The
suggested minimum contribution is $4.00 per meal but
participants are encouraged to pay what they can afford. If
you are under age 60 and do not meet the nutrition program
eligibility guidelines, you are required to pay the total
cost of your meal which is $10.23. Transportation is
available by a $1.00 donation round trip. The meal is served
at noon and participants must arrive on time. Meal and bus
reservations or cancellations should be made by noon the
preceding business day by calling 238-7368.
Anji Playdate
Wednesday, April 4th
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Lussier Community Center
55 S Gammon
The library will provide play and art materials especially
chosen to encourage highly engaged, self-determined play.
When kids are done, they'll create a Play Story depicting
their play that day. Messy clothes recommended. Open to all
ages.
Chess Club
Wednesday, April 4th
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Meadowridge Library
5726 Raymond Rd
Learn how to play chess and play against others with varied
levels of experience. Children under 7 must be accompanied
by an adult.
Representative Mark Pocan Town Hall
Wednesday, April 4th
6:30-7:30pm
Goodman Community Center
149 Waubesa St
No RSVP required. Join Rep. Pocan at the Goodman
Community Center and have the opportunity to join in on a
discussion about what is happening in Congress and share
what is important to you.
Idun Lodge
Sons of Norway April Meeting w/ special speaker Ingrid
Kallick
Wednesday, April 4th
Potluck begins at 6:30
Program
begins at 7:15pm
Norway Center
2262 Winnebago St
Professional artist and writer Ingrid Kallick will present
at the April 4th meeting of the Sons of Norway at the Norway
Center. Influenced by her grandparents from Norway, Ingrid
illustrated the picture book, “Two Trolls from Norway.” She
will share her artistic process, talk about the history of
trolls, and show examples of other well-known illustrators.
Guests welcome.
Drop In
Preschool Storytime
Thursday, April 5th
9:30-10:15 AM
Alisha Ashman Library
733 N High Point Rd
A happy blend of stories, fingerplays and songs that help
preschool children develop print and phonologic awareness,
vocabulary, letter knowledge and narrative skills. Groups
welcome. Siblings welcome. No registration required.
Knitting at
the Library
Thursday, April 5th
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Meadowridge Library
5726 Raymond Rd
Learn to knit or bring your current project. Supplies
provided. Children under 8 must have an adult present.
Literacy
Network
Thursday, April 5th
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Meadowridge Library
5726 Raymond Rd
Improve reading, writing and computer skills! Call Ezi at
244-3991 Ext 10 to register, space is limited.
Volunteer
Income Tax Assistance (VITA) in Madison
Mondays: Noon-6:00pm
Wednesdays: Noon-6:00pm
Saturdays: 9:00am-3:00pm
Through April 14, 2018
Richard Dilley Tax Center, The Villager Mall
2300 S. Park Street
The VITA program is a cooperative effort by the Internal
Revenue Service (IRS) and many individual states, including
Wisconsin. Volunteers trained by the IRS and the Wisconsin
Department of Revenue (DOR) prepare and electronically file
basic income tax returns for free. No appointment required.
608-283-1261
Visiting
the Capitol
Whether you are planning a visit to the state Capitol as
part of a large group, small gathering, or just by yourself,
our office can assist you in scheduling a free guided tour
of the Capitol building during normal business hours.
Free tours are offered daily, year round. Tours depart from
the ground floor Information Desk Monday through Saturday at
9:00, 10:00, 11:00 am and 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 pm; and Sundays
at 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 pm. A 4:00 pm tour is offered Memorial
Day through Labor Day. The sixth floor museum and
observation deck are also open during the summer months.