Topically Ted: Titanic and Her Sisters

Join us as we welcome Philip Vitiello, a longtime member of the Titanic Historical Society and noted historian, who will take us back to the age of the great ocean liners with the story of the Titanic and her sister ships, Olympic and Britannic. Almost everyone knows the tragic story about the RMS Titanic, while on her maiden voyage to New York on the night of April 14, 1912, hitting an iceberg and sinking with the loss of 1,496 passengers and crew. Few people may realize that the Titanic was the second of three ships built of the ‘Olympic Class' for the White Star Line to compete for the Atlantic crossing passenger trade. The stories of Titanic’s older sister ship Olympic and younger sister ship Britannic are compelling stories of their own. As planned by their owners, when each of the ships were launched, they could claim to be the largest ship in the world. While the Olympic would have an exciting and long career, the youngest sister Britannic would have a short and tragic end. This presentation tells the amazing stories of these ships. It covers who built them and why, and what happened to them.

This program is a Topically Ted Event. "Topically Ted" is a series inspired by the loves and life of Ted Mallory, founded in 2017 in honor of the eponymous Madison resident and beloved friend of the library. These special events are held quarterly and are made possible by the Mallory Family.

Pique of the Month Book Club

Are you reading something wonderful and want to share it with others? Then join us on the second Saturday of each month for this new, self-guided book club where participants can read any book they wish and discuss with fellow readers. All genres welcome! 

Spring Take Home Crafts: Craft Stick Superheroes- pick up available Mon-Fri

Make a superhero using a craft stick, paper, markers and glue. Pick up your bag to bring home anytime between Monday, April 13^th and Friday, April 17^th. While supplies last.

For ages 2 and up.  Registration recommended.