ANIMART Pet Store
Tue 10:30 >Kids & Pets Storytime
Wed 10:30 >Kids & Pets Storytime

Barnes & Noble (East)
Thur  10:30 >Singing Storytime with Sarah
Special Events:
Friday December 9th @ 7pm
>Polar Express Storytime

Barnes & Noble (West)
Tue 10:30 >Stories, Fingerplays (ages 2-6)
Thur 10:30 >Stories, Songs (ages 2-6)
Special Events:
Sunday November 13th @ 10am
>Jan Brett, author/illustrator of Home for
Christmas & The Night Before Christmas
Friday December 9th @ 7pm
>Polar Express Storytime

Learning Shop (Gammon Rd, Madison)
Tue 10:30 > Preschool Storytime (ages 3+)

Madison Public Library
See website for all branch locations &
schedules. Some storytimes & special
events require registration. Browsing Tip:
Choose a category ('preschoolers') & mouse
over calendar item for details/location.

University Bookstore @ Hilldale
Thursday 9:30, led by UW Library Students
(ages 2-5)



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January 27 - 29
Alliant Energy Center Coliseum: Monster Truck & Thrill Show
www.alliantenergycenter.com

February 4 (Sat)
Northeast YMCA: Sun Prairie Groundhog Day Events @ 10am-2pm
www.sunprairiechamber.com

February 4 (Sat)
High Noon Saloon: Kids Rock! Benefits Madison Children's Museum
www.madisonchildrensmuseum.org

February 11-19
Overture Center: Bunnicula @ various times
www.overturecenter.com

February 17-19
Alliant Energy Center Coliseum: Zor Shrine Circus @ various times
www.alliantenergycenter.com

February 18 (Sat)
Overture Center: A Brown Bear, A Caterpillar and A Moon... Eric Carle
www.overturecenter.com

February 18-19
Capitol Square: Madison Winter Festival
www.winter-fest.com

February 18-19
Alliant Energy Center Coliseum: Mad City Model Railroad Show
www.alliantenergycenter.com

February 24 (Fri)
Keva Sports Center: A Day with Dad
www.kevasports.com



Other events geared toward older children are posted at sister-site: MadisonWithKids.com
And (sorry) if I got behind on Preschool Life, please check my new sister-site as it may have been
updated first!

OPEN PLAY LISTINGS
Drop-In Play Venues & Schedules
Storytimes in Madison
Updated October 31, 2011

AREA KID'S ATTRACTIONS
Things to do year-round in Madison

Home Depot Kids Workshops
Drop-in 9am to Noon the 1st Saturday every month for a FREE "how-to" clinic for kids (recommended ages 5 to
12).Real woodworking projects are often themed around seasons & holidays. These year round workshops are
intended to encourage one-on-one time with adults and children, teach tool safety, and give children the sense of
accomplishment. They'll be proud of their kid-sized "official" orange apron and achievement pin they take home
with their project.

Kids in the Rotunda
Enjoy free performances in a relaxed, kid-friendly environment every Saturday from the end of September through
April. Shows offered at 9:30, 11am, and 1pm (sign-language interpreted at 1pm). The series takes place on the
Rotunda Stage in the Overture Center on State Street in downtown Madison. Parking ramp with elevators located
just a block away, also near the central Library.

Waisman Center Children's Theatre
This annual series of performances and activities provides family-friendly entertainment on several Sundays each
month from Fall through early Spring. WCCT features a variety of performers- magicians, singers, dancers, musical
groups, "learning is fun" educators/performers, and professional theatrical companies.

Holiday Fantasy in Lights
Holiday Season! Take a family car drive after dusk for a unique experience you'll be certain to make tradition year
after year. Enjoy this annual free public light display illuminating Olin Turville Park with over 30 sculptured displays
from November 11 through New Years. This is FREE, but donations are welcome. Candy canes given on your way
out every evening 4:30-10pm.

Olbrich's Holiday Express
Holiday Season! Holiday Express is open daily from December 3rd through December 31st (closed Christmas Day)
to view a festive display of large-scale model trains winding through whimsical birdhouses and hundreds of colorful
poinsettias! Strollers are only allowed in the Bolz Conservatory, not in the train display area (stroller parking in
lobby). Admission is free to members, children 2 & under, and to the public Wednesdays & Saturdays 10am to
Noon, otherwise visit website for times and regular admission rates.

Library Activities
Participate in many wonderful, free, kid-friendly events throughout the season at your local library. Activities often
include recurring story times, plus other scheduled crafts, movies & special events. Each library offers something
unique in the designated children's area, so just hanging out looking at books or discovering something new can
be a fun, but peaceful way to spend a cold day!

Open Play or "Open Gym"
Nearly a dozen places in & around Madison offer their facilities for 1-2 hours, or even all day for regular "open gym"
times. Admission charges vary by venue, often dependent on age, from $4 to $8 and provide equipment to play,
slide, jump; but most importantly a kid-friendly, safe environment for activity and social interaction (for mom or dad,
too!) Click above for list.

Art, Music, Sports, Fitness
See the Play, Learn, Shop Directory for the most complete area listing of businesses and organizations offering
classes for children. Many offer a free trial class so you can determine if it's a good fit for your child.

Year-Round Attractions & Activities
For more activities, see a complete list of area attractions open year-round!



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