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New: The Historical Fiction Book Club

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Conference Room (127) at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Get in on the ground floor of this new book club in which we will read and discuss historical fiction! Our first read will be The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead.

Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Conference Room (127)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get in on the ground floor of this new book club in which we will read and discuss historical fiction! Our first read will be The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead.

Disclaimer(s)

  • Registration is required.
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Young and the Restless

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Little Kids
Young and the Restless:

Ages 1-4. Get your wiggles out! Young and the Restless open indoor play time is an opportunity for kids to be active, develop motor skills, and make new friends. Geared to age...

Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Ages 1-4. 

Get your wiggles out! Young and the Restless open indoor play time is an opportunity for kids to be active, develop motor skills, and make new friends. Geared to ages 1-4 and their caregivers. Drop in any time; no registration.

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Toddler Story Time

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Story Time Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Ongoing, Story Time
Age Group:
Little Kids
Toddler Story Time:

Ages 1-2.Encourage early literacy skills at Toddler Story Time through stories, rhymes, and songs for active little ones and their caregivers. 20 - 25 minutes. No registration.

Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Ongoing, Story Time

Ages 1-2.

Encourage early literacy skills at Toddler Story Time through stories, rhymes, and songs for active little ones and their caregivers. 20 - 25 minutes. No registration.

"Daisy Darker" book cover on a wood table and dark library in the background

Taste For Mystery Book Club

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Conference Room (127) at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Food
Age Group:
Adults

This month we will read and discuss Daisy Darker, by Alice Feeney.

A Taste for Mystery:

About the programGot a taste for mystery? A Taste for Mystery Book Club meets once a month on Monday mornings to discuss great mysteries as we enjoy coffee and pastries. Bring some...

Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Conference Room (127)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

This month we will read and discuss Daisy Darker, by Alice Feeney.

About the program

Got a taste for mystery? A Taste for Mystery Book Club meets once a month on Monday mornings to discuss great mysteries as we enjoy coffee and pastries. Bring some intrigue to your life by giving this dynamic group a try.

Please register online or call the library at (608) 845-7180 to let us know you will be there!

Disclaimer(s)

  • Registration is required.
illustration of preschooler standing on a pile of books against a fuchsia and orange background

Preschool Story Time

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Story Time Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Ongoing, Story Time
Age Group:
Little Kids
Preschool Story Time:

Ages 3-5. This story time includes books, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers and their caregivers who model sitting and listening. We focus on school readiness by improving at...

Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Ongoing, Story Time

Ages 3-5. 

This story time includes books, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers and their caregivers who model sitting and listening. We focus on school readiness by improving attention, vocabulary, and imagination! 25 - 30 minutes. No registration.

Open Writing Time

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room (127) at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Ongoing, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Need a place to write? Every other Monday throughout the year, the Conference Room will be open for those who want to spend a little time working on their writing.

Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Conference Room (127)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Ongoing, Workshop
Event Details:

Need a place to write? Every other Monday throughout the year, the Conference Room will be open for those who want to spend a little time working on their writing.

stack of pancakes with magnetic poetry that says "eat your words"

Eat Your Words

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Food, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens

Ages 12-18. Registration required. 

Enjoy breakfast-for-dinner! Create pancake art and play storytelling games in a relaxed group setting. Eat your words – without judgement – in this writing workshop for teens!

Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Food, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 12-18. Registration required. 

Enjoy breakfast-for-dinner! Create pancake art and play storytelling games in a relaxed group setting. Eat your words – without judgement – in this writing workshop for teens!

Disclaimer(s)

  • Space is limited. Please let us know if you need to cancel so someone on the waitlist may attend.
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Drop-In Tech Help: New Device Setup

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Main Area at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Time to set up the new device you got over the holidays! Come to the library to get help customizing and optimizing your new tech so that it works for you.

Drop-In Tech Help:

Struggling with your phone, tablet or laptop? Drop in for help from a knowledgeable librarian. Bring your questions about topics like getting started with the Libby app, setting up...

Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Main Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Time to set up the new device you got over the holidays! Come to the library to get help customizing and optimizing your new tech so that it works for you.

Struggling with your phone, tablet or laptop? Drop in for help from a knowledgeable librarian. Bring your questions about topics like getting started with the Libby app, setting up an email account, word processing, storing pictures, navigating social media platforms, and troubleshooting software issues. Come once or as often as you need to - help is here.

Please bring your device and password information to these sessions.

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Story Time at The Sow's Ear

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
The Sow's Ear at Off Site
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Little Kids

Ages 2-5. 

Join us for story time at The Sow's Ear! Enjoy books, songs, and other activities for children and their caregivers. Geared toward ages 2-5, siblings welcome.

Library Branch: Off Site
Room: The Sow's Ear
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Ages 2-5. 

Join us for story time at The Sow's Ear! Enjoy books, songs, and other activities for children and their caregivers. Geared toward ages 2-5, siblings welcome.

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Child Development Story Time

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Little Kids
Child Dev. Story Time (CI Pediatric):

Ages 2-5. Join a member of CI Pediatric Therapy Centers' staff for an interactive story time of books, songs, movement, crafts and fun! Activities will be geared towards 2-5 y...

Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Story Time

Ages 2-5. 

Join a member of CI Pediatric Therapy Centers' staff for an interactive story time of books, songs, movement, crafts and fun! Activities will be geared towards 2-5 year olds, but all ages are welcome! No registration.

"Two Degrees" book cover with smoke and flames

Parent/Child Book Club: Two Degrees

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Story Time Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
School Age

Ages 8-11. Registration required. 

In January, Parent/Child Book Club will discuss the novel Two Degrees by Alan Gratz.

Parent/Child Book Club:

About the programShare the love of reading! Parent/Child Book Club is for kids ages 8-11 and their parents/caregivers. Each month, we will discuss a novel and enjoy activities and ...

Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-11. Registration required. 

In January, Parent/Child Book Club will discuss the novel Two Degrees by Alan Gratz.

About the program

Share the love of reading! Parent/Child Book Club is for kids ages 8-11 and their parents/caregivers. Each month, we will discuss a novel and enjoy activities and snacks related to the book. Books will be available for checkout at the Youth Services Desk approximately one month before the event.

Disclaimer(s)

  • Space is limited. Please let us know if you need to cancel so someone on the waitlist may attend.
  • Refreshments will be provided. For food allergy concerns please contact staff. Ingredient lists can be provided upon request.
"Glory Days in the Rearview" book cover on a illustrated sky with clouds background

Glory Days in the Rearview with Local Author Mark Nepper

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Author Event
Age Group:
Adults

We all remember that person from high school. You know, the person who seemed to glide through every aspect of those years—academics, athletics, clubs, social interactions. They were popular and successful and (darn them) even likable.

Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

We all remember that person from high school. You know, the person who seemed to glide through every aspect of those years—academics, athletics, clubs, social interactions. They were popular and successful and (darn them) even likable.

Disclaimer(s)

  • Registration is required.
image of toddler with long hair and bangs reading a book against a blue background

Toddler Story Time

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Story Time Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Ongoing, Story Time
Age Group:
Little Kids
Toddler Story Time:

Ages 1-2.Encourage early literacy skills at Toddler Story Time through stories, rhymes, and songs for active little ones and their caregivers. 20 - 25 minutes. No registration.

Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Ongoing, Story Time

Ages 1-2.

Encourage early literacy skills at Toddler Story Time through stories, rhymes, and songs for active little ones and their caregivers. 20 - 25 minutes. No registration.

Senior Center Book Group

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Verona Senior Center at Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

In January, the Senior Center Book Group will be reading Things I Wish I Told My Mother by Susan Patterson and Susan DiLallo.

Senior Center Book Group:

About the programThe Senior Center Book Group meets in person each month at the Verona Senior Center. Copies of the book are available in regular and large print as well as audiobo...

Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Verona Senior Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

In January, the Senior Center Book Group will be reading Things I Wish I Told My Mother by Susan Patterson and Susan DiLallo.

About the program

The Senior Center Book Group meets in person each month at the Verona Senior Center. Copies of the book are available in regular and large print as well as audiobook and ebook formats. Please visit the library's service desk to get a copy. 

To register, call the Verona Senior Center at 608-845-7471. Everyone is welcome!

illustration of preschooler standing on a pile of books against a fuchsia and orange background

Preschool Story Time

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Story Time Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Ongoing, Story Time
Age Group:
Little Kids
Preschool Story Time:

Ages 3-5. This story time includes books, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers and their caregivers who model sitting and listening. We focus on school readiness by improving at...

Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Ongoing, Story Time

Ages 3-5. 

This story time includes books, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers and their caregivers who model sitting and listening. We focus on school readiness by improving attention, vocabulary, and imagination! 25 - 30 minutes. No registration.

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Read to a Dog

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:15pm
Story Time Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
School Age
Read to a dog:

Ages 5 and up. Registration required. Grab your favorite book and read to a furry friend. Independent readers can sign up for a 15-minute spot to read to a registered therapy ...

Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required

Ages 5 and up. Registration required. 

Grab your favorite book and read to a furry friend. Independent readers can sign up for a 15-minute spot to read to a registered therapy animal. Families may share a time slot. Please come early (especially if you're picking out a book to read), as time slots are short. Check-in at the Children's Desk.

image of Rinny the dog

Read to a Dog

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 4:15pm - 4:30pm
Story Time Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
School Age
Read to a dog:

Ages 5 and up. Registration required. Grab your favorite book and read to a furry friend. Independent readers can sign up for a 15-minute spot to read to a registered therapy ...

Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required

Ages 5 and up. Registration required. 

Grab your favorite book and read to a furry friend. Independent readers can sign up for a 15-minute spot to read to a registered therapy animal. Families may share a time slot. Please come early (especially if you're picking out a book to read), as time slots are short. Check-in at the Children's Desk.

image of Rinny the dog

Read to a Dog

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 4:30pm - 4:45pm
Story Time Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
School Age
Read to a dog:

Ages 5 and up. Registration required. Grab your favorite book and read to a furry friend. Independent readers can sign up for a 15-minute spot to read to a registered therapy ...

Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required

Ages 5 and up. Registration required. 

Grab your favorite book and read to a furry friend. Independent readers can sign up for a 15-minute spot to read to a registered therapy animal. Families may share a time slot. Please come early (especially if you're picking out a book to read), as time slots are short. Check-in at the Children's Desk.

ball of green yarn with wooden knitting needles sticking through resting on a wooden table.

Library Yarns

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Conference Room (127) at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Ongoing
Age Group:
Adults
Library Yarns:

If you enjoy knitting, crochet, embroidery, or another needlecraft, please join us at this weekly drop-in stitching circle hosted by the library. All skill levels and fiber arts ar...

Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Conference Room (127)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Ongoing

If you enjoy knitting, crochet, embroidery, or another needlecraft, please join us at this weekly drop-in stitching circle hosted by the library. All skill levels and fiber arts are welcome. Meet up with other fiber art enthusiasts, learn new techniques, exchange ideas, or find inspiration for your next project.

View all upcoming regular and special Library Yarns events.

image of Rinny the dog

Read to a Dog

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:15pm
Story Time Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
School Age
Read to a dog:

Ages 5 and up. Registration required. Grab your favorite book and read to a furry friend. Independent readers can sign up for a 15-minute spot to read to a registered therapy ...

Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required

Ages 5 and up. Registration required. 

Grab your favorite book and read to a furry friend. Independent readers can sign up for a 15-minute spot to read to a registered therapy animal. Families may share a time slot. Please come early (especially if you're picking out a book to read), as time slots are short. Check-in at the Children's Desk.

image of Rinny the dog

Read to a Dog

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 5:15pm - 5:30pm
Story Time Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
School Age
Read to a dog:

Ages 5 and up. Registration required. Grab your favorite book and read to a furry friend. Independent readers can sign up for a 15-minute spot to read to a registered therapy ...

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required

Ages 5 and up. Registration required. 

Grab your favorite book and read to a furry friend. Independent readers can sign up for a 15-minute spot to read to a registered therapy animal. Families may share a time slot. Please come early (especially if you're picking out a book to read), as time slots are short. Check-in at the Children's Desk.

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Hot Cocoa Story Time

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Story Time Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Little Kids

Ages 2-6.

Join us for hot cocoa-themed stories and songs! Designed for ages 2-6. No registration.

Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Ages 2-6.

Join us for hot cocoa-themed stories and songs! Designed for ages 2-6. No registration.

children reading

Sensory Story Time

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Story Time Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Ongoing, Story Time
Age Group:
Little Kids
Sensory Story Time:

Ages 3-5.Sensory story time builds communication and friendship skills in a supportive environment. This story time features a visual schedule, yoga, and more. No registration.

Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Ongoing, Story Time

Ages 3-5.

Sensory story time builds communication and friendship skills in a supportive environment. This story time features a visual schedule, yoga, and more. No registration.

Illustration of cute fox, human, and bear reading books with fun text

Everybody Story Time

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Story Time Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Ongoing, Story Time
Age Group:
Little Kids
Everybody Story Time:

Ages 0-5. Featuring books, songs, and rhymes, Everybody Story Time is designed for the whole family. 25-30 minutes. No registration. 

Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Little Kids
Program Type: Ongoing, Story Time

Ages 0-5. 

Featuring books, songs, and rhymes, Everybody Story Time is designed for the whole family. 25-30 minutes. No registration. 

Do you require extra assistance such as seating, visual or hearing-related issues?
Request an accommodation to participate in library services, programs, or activities, by contacting the library at (608) 845-7180 or filling out the online form. Please submit your request at least two weeks in advance.