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Monday, February 16, 2026 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Hedberg Public Library, HPL Express

HPL and HPL Express are closed 9 a.m.-1 p.m. for staff training. Both will reopen at 1:00 p.m. and resume regular hours.

Closing
Branches:
Hedberg Public Library, HPL Express
Description:

HPL and HPL Express are closed 9 a.m.-1 p.m. for staff training. Both will reopen at 1:00 p.m. and resume regular hours.

Voting Setup

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 8:00pm
Program Room at Hedberg Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Program Room
Mondays are Murder Mystery Book Club logo over a background with black fingerprints, one red fingerprint is under a magnifying glass

Mondays Are Murder

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Woodruff Room at Hedberg Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Woodruff Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club

Disclaimer(s)

No Registration Required

No Registration Required

Library Logo that says Hedberg Harmony Live in the Fireplace Room over sheet music

HEDBERG HARMONY: Rock River String Band

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Fireplace Room at Hedberg Public Library
Program Type:
Performer
Age Group:
Everyone

Listen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary.

Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Fireplace Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performer
Event Details:

Listen to live music by local musicians. No registration necessary.

Disclaimer(s)

No Registration Required

No Registration Required

two young boys smiling at the camera sitting next to a golden retriever

Read-In With Mary

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Children's Room at Hedberg Public Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Children
Read-In with Mary:

Join Mary the Comfort Dog for an afternoon READ-IN in the back of the Children's Room.  Bring or choose your own reading material for some cozy silent reading with Mary the Co...

Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: After School

Read-In with Mary

Join Mary the Comfort Dog for an afternoon READ-IN in the back of the Children's Room.  Bring or choose your own reading material for some cozy silent reading with Mary the Comfort Dog.  Take turns reading aloud if you'd like!  Mary loves company and stories.

Disclaimer(s)

No Registration Required

No Registration Required

Cartoonist Club Book Club

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Woodruff Room at Hedberg Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Book Club
Age Group:
Children

This book club will read and discuss The Cartoonists Club by Raina Telgemeier and Scott McCloud, and then learn the basics of making your own comic. Registration is required for each child attending and space is limited.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Woodruff Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: After School, Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

This book club will read and discuss The Cartoonists Club by Raina Telgemeier and Scott McCloud, and then learn the basics of making your own comic. Registration is required for each child attending and space is limited.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

Registration is required. Register online, at the library, or call 608-758-6600.

magic

Monday Night Magic

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lab 316 at Hedberg Public Library
Program Type:
Evening, Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

We invite you to experience the captivating world of Magic: The Gathering, whether you're a skilled player or a curious newcomer.

Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Lab 316
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Evening, Other
Event Details:

We invite you to experience the captivating world of Magic: The Gathering, whether you're a skilled player or a curious newcomer.

Voting

All Day
Program Room at Hedberg Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Program Room
Breastfeeding Village

Breastfeeding Village: Education and Community for New Moms

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Woodruff Room at Hedberg Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Hosted by Rock County Nutrition Health Associates (WIC) and The Rock County Breastfeeding Collective

Cancelled
Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Woodruff Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Hosted by Rock County Nutrition Health Associates (WIC) and The Rock County Breastfeeding Collective

HPL Board Meeting

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Woodruff Room at Hedberg Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Woodruff Room
Program Type: Other
Babies in the library

Babies In the Library

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program Room at Hedberg Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Babies In the Library:

Start growing your reader with rhymes, songs, and simple books. Develop early literacy skills at this program for our youngest patrons.

Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime

Babies In the Library

Start growing your reader with rhymes, songs, and simple books. Develop early literacy skills at this program for our youngest patrons.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

An adult caregiver must accompany children at this program.

No Registration Required

No Registration Required

Technology Help Office Hours

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Study Room 1 at Hedberg Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults, Senior

You must contact Tyler to be registered or placed on the waitlist

Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Adults, Senior
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

You must contact Tyler to be registered or placed on the waitlist

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Recommended

Space is limited, so registration is recommended. Register online, at the library, or call 608-758-6600.

laughing infant sitting in mother's lap on a colorful blanket

Babies In the Library

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room at Hedberg Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Babies In the Library:

Start growing your reader with rhymes, songs, and simple books. Develop early literacy skills at this program for our youngest patrons.

Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime

Babies In the Library

Start growing your reader with rhymes, songs, and simple books. Develop early literacy skills at this program for our youngest patrons.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

An adult caregiver must accompany children at this program.

No Registration Required

No Registration Required

Non Fiction Knows No Bounds Book Club logo over artfully arranged background of the tops of book spines

Non-Fiction Knows No Bounds Book Club

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Offsite at Hedberg Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Title: Radio Free Afghanistan by Saad Mohseni

LOCATION: WCLO 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Title: Radio Free Afghanistan by Saad Mohseni

LOCATION: WCLO 

Wiggle and Rhyme

Wiggle & Rhyme Storytime

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program Room at Hedberg Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a lively, interactive storytime featuring books, songs, action rhymes, puppets and more. Each storytime incorporates the five practices of early literacy: READ, WRITE, TALK, SING & PLAY.

Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a lively, interactive storytime featuring books, songs, action rhymes, puppets and more. Each storytime incorporates the five practices of early literacy: READ, WRITE, TALK, SING & PLAY.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

An adult caregiver must accompany children at this program.

No Registration Required

No Registration Required

boys and girls jumping and dancing around

Wiggle & Rhyme Storytime

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room at Hedberg Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a lively, interactive storytime featuring books, songs, action rhymes, puppets and more. Each storytime incorporates the five practices of early literacy: READ, WRITE, TALK, SING & PLAY.

Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a lively, interactive storytime featuring books, songs, action rhymes, puppets and more. Each storytime incorporates the five practices of early literacy: READ, WRITE, TALK, SING & PLAY.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

An adult caregiver must accompany children at this program.

No Registration Required

No Registration Required

Friends of HPL Board Meeting

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Friends Community Room at Hedberg Public Library
Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Friends Community Room
crafting

Casual Crafters

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Lab 316 at Hedberg Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Arts & Crafts, Evening, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, New Adult (Ages 18-30), Senior
Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Lab 316
Age Group: Teens, Adults, New Adult (Ages 18-30), Senior
Program Type: After School, Arts & Crafts, Evening, Workshop

Disclaimer(s)

Must Be 12 or Older

This program is specifically geared toward teens and adults. Must be twelve years or older to attend.

No Registration Required

No Registration Required

Family Improv Night w/ Sarah Shockey

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Room at Hedberg Public Library
Program Type:
Evening, Workshop, Other
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, New Adult (Ages 18-30)

TBA

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, New Adult (Ages 18-30)
Program Type: Evening, Workshop, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

TBA

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

An adult caregiver must accompany children at this program.

Registration Required

Registration is required. Register online, at the library, or call 608-758-6600.

smiling toddler holding a colorful fidget

SENSEational Storytime

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 9:45am - 10:30am
Program Room at Hedberg Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
SENSEational Storyime:

Join us for a 15-minute playtime, followed by 30 minutes of interactive stories, songs, and activities. This sensory friendly storytime is specially designed for library friends wi...

Pictures of Miss Mariah and Mis
Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

SENSEational Storyime

Join us for a 15-minute playtime, followed by 30 minutes of interactive stories, songs, and activities. This sensory friendly storytime is specially designed for library friends with sensory processing challenges or other developmental challenges, but all are welcome. A visual schedule, fidgets, and more will be provided. 

 

Pictures of Miss Mariah and Mis

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

An adult caregiver must accompany children at this program.

No Registration Required

No Registration Required

chess

Chess Club

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Woodruff Room at Hedberg Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone

Join former State Champion and Life Master Peter Webster and other enthusiasts for tournament style chess. Come to play, learn the basics, or watch others. Chess sets will be provided, but feel free to bring your own.

Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Woodruff Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join former State Champion and Life Master Peter Webster and other enthusiasts for tournament style chess. Come to play, learn the basics, or watch others. Chess sets will be provided, but feel free to bring your own.

Disclaimer(s)

No Registration Required

No Registration Required

Memory Café: Houseplants

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Program Room at Hedberg Public Library
Program Type:
Senior
Age Group:
Senior

Learn about houseplants from Julie Hill, UW Extension Rock County Horticulture Outreach Specialist.  

Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Senior
Program Type: Senior
Event Details:

Learn about houseplants from Julie Hill, UW Extension Rock County Horticulture Outreach Specialist.  

two young boys smiling at the camera sitting next to a golden retriever

Read-In With Mary

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Children's Room at Hedberg Public Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Children
Read-In with Mary:

Join Mary the Comfort Dog for an afternoon READ-IN in the back of the Children's Room.  Bring or choose your own reading material for some cozy silent reading with Mary the Co...

Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: After School

Read-In with Mary

Join Mary the Comfort Dog for an afternoon READ-IN in the back of the Children's Room.  Bring or choose your own reading material for some cozy silent reading with Mary the Comfort Dog.  Take turns reading aloud if you'd like!  Mary loves company and stories.

Disclaimer(s)

No Registration Required

No Registration Required

Cartoonist Club Book Club

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Woodruff Room at Hedberg Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Book Club
Age Group:
Children

This book club will read and discuss The Cartoonists Club by Raina Telgemeier and Scott McCloud, and then learn the basics of making your own comic. Registration is required for each child attending and space is limited.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library
Room: Woodruff Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: After School, Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

This book club will read and discuss The Cartoonists Club by Raina Telgemeier and Scott McCloud, and then learn the basics of making your own comic. Registration is required for each child attending and space is limited.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

Registration is required. Register online, at the library, or call 608-758-6600.