Children's Programs
The staff of the Dodgeville Public Library offers children’s programs for children of different ages. Contact Children’s Librarian, Carol Gleichauf at cgleichauf@swls.org for more information.
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Reading Programs – Birth to age five
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Program
Welcome! You are joining a program that helps your preschooler journey through many pages as you assist your child in becoming a lifelong reader. This program is to help parents prepare their children for one of life’s biggest milestones: kindergarten. Sign up at the library or to register visit:
https//dodgevillelibrary.
Summer Library Programs during June and July
Drop-In Storytime
Mondays 10:15am
Location: Grace Lutheran Church – Grace Center
Families are welcome to join our Storytime at the library. Hear great stories, songs
and be ready to have fun. Our Storytime is geared toward children up to age five and
their caregivers. Older siblings are always welcome.
Crafty Kids
Tuesdays 1:30 – 3:00pm
Location: Grace Lutheran Church – Grace Center
Drop in to create a craft kit in person. Projects are geared toward kids in elementary
school. All ages are welcome. Any remaining kits will be made available as grab-and-go kits starting on June 23, 2025 at the library on 410 East Leffler Street.
Wonderful Wednesdays
Wednesdays 1:30 – 2:15
Location: Harris Park – Ley Memorial Pavilion
Ridgeway Community Building – Bluey Bash program June 25th
Let's entertain you with different performers, fun and laughter!
Programs on June 11, June 18, July 9 and July 16 will be held at Harris Park – Ley Memorial Pavilion. Bring a chair or blanket!
Library LEGO
Thursdays 1:30 – 3:00
Location: Grace Lutheran Church – Grace Center
Our Library LEGO programs are for kids of all ages who love getting creative with LEGO bricks. Children aged 7 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. The last 30 minutes is share time and clean up ~ dismantling LEGO.
Library Programs
Battle of the Books
What Is the Battle of the Books?
Battle of the Books is a program designed to promote a love of reading. It encourages students to read a variety of books and remember information about the plots, characters, and settings of the books. The students involved in Battle of the Books at Dodgeville Middle School read from an annual list of twenty titles from all different genres that have been selected by librarians from throughout the state of Wisconsin for their literary merit. Four to five students will eventually be selected to represent DMS in the online state-wide competition in late February.
Who Can Join the Battle of the Books?
Any 5th, 6th, 7th or 8th grade student can join the Battle of the Books program at Dodgeville Middle School.
What Is Expected of a Student that Joins Battle of the Books?
Students that join Battle of the Books are expected to attend the weekly meetings at DMS, actively participate in discussion/activities, and read a minimum of six books on the reading list.
Where Can I Find the Books?
The books are available for check out from both the Dodgeville Public Library and the Dodgeville Middle School Library. In addition, the ebook and audiobook versions of the books are available through the OverDrive Libby (Public Library) and SORA (School District) apps.
If you have specific questions about Battle of the Books, please contact Ms. Spady, DMS Library Media Specialist, at Dodgeville Middle School.
The Battle of the Books 2025-2026 Reading List WEMTA Middle Division 2025-2026 BOB (.pdf format) is now available.
You Should Know...Your attendance at programs sponsored by the Dodgeville Public Library may be digitally recorded through photographs or video recordings. These images may be posted on our web site, in our newsletter, by local newspapers or ultimately on the internet. If you do not wish your image to be published, please notify a member of the Library staff before the program.
When inclement weather occurs listen to WDMP (99.3 FM) radio station. If the Dodgeville School District closes or delays two hours or more, children’s programs will be cancelled.
If you have any questions, please contact the Children’s Librarian:
Carol Gleichauf at cgleichauf@swls.org, or call 608-935-3728, ext. 3.