Police & Fire Commission

November 13, 2019, 4:30 PM @ City Hall - Meeting Room

Commission on Aging Well

November 14, 2019, 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM @ Conference Room - City Hall

Personnel Committee

November 14, 2019, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ City Hall - Meeting Room

Transportation and Transit Commission

November 14, 2019, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM @ City Hall - Meeting Room

Board of Public Works

November 18, 2019, 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM @ City Hall - Council Chambers

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

November 19, 2019, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ City Hall - Meeting Room

Plan Commission

November 19, 2019, 6:30 PM - 11:00 PM @ City Hall - Council Chambers

Library Board Meeting

November 20, 2019, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Comprehensive Plan Update - City-Wide Open House

November 20, 2019, 6:30 PM @ City Hall Council Chambers

Finance Committee

November 26, 2019, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ City Hall - Meeting Room

Public Safety and Human Services

November 26, 2019, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ City Hall - Conference Room

Common Council

November 26, 2019, 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM @ City Hall - Council Chambers

Indoor Fitchburg Farmers Market

November 14, 2019, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Promega BTC Atirum

The Fitchburg Center Farmers Market moves indoors! There are some great vendors and products lined up for the upcoming season: Featured weekly items include: Seasonal & Organic Produce Preserves/Pickled Items Maple Syrup/Walnuts Baked Goods/Specialty Crackers Cheese Curds & Eggs Soaps & Lotions CBD Products & Oils Specialty Sauces. Enjoy a special craft market on December 12th; no Market on Thanksgiving Day.

City-Wide Open House on Comprehensive Plan Update

November 20, 2019, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ City Hall - Council Chambers

The City is finishing a draft of the update to its Comprehensive Plan. The City's Comp Plan provides a roadmap for the City's growth and development over the next ten years, and the update is required by State law. The City has held five neighborhood meetings thus far, and has prepared a public opinion survey, to help inform the Plan update. The City is scheduled to adopt the Plan update in spring 2020. This Open House will provide information on the Plan update process thus far, as well as provide an opportunity for input on the draft update. All interested parties are encouraged to attend. Please see the webpage for further information on the Comp Plan update. Link below.

Indoor Fitchburg Farmers Market

November 21, 2019, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Promega BTC Atirum

The Fitchburg Center Farmers Market moves indoors! There are some great vendors and products lined up for the upcoming season: Featured weekly items include: Seasonal & Organic Produce Preserves/Pickled Items Maple Syrup/Walnuts Baked Goods/Specialty Crackers Cheese Curds & Eggs Soaps & Lotions CBD Products & Oils Specialty Sauces. Enjoy a special craft market on December 12th; no Market on Thanksgiving Day.

Cutting the Cable Cord

November 13, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Fitchburg Public Library Technology Center

Join us for an informative presentation on why and how you might “cut the cable cord” in favor of using popular streaming subscriptions like Netflix, Hulu and more. We will even look at some NEW streaming services. Please call 608-729-1763 to register.

Hamilton Tea

November 14, 2019, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Fitchburg Public Library Meeting Room

Whether you want to celebrate having tickets or you still want to celebrate the show's Madison arrival without tickets, join us at the library for tea, Hamilton trivia, and some informational clips about the show!

Adult Craft Evening

November 19, 2019, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Fitchburg Public Library Meeting Room

Enjoy socializing with your fellow grown-ups at the library during a fun and relaxing craft time! Bring your own craft project or create something with the supplies provided. This month we will be making holiday cards.

Wednesday Morning Book Discussion

November 20, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Fitchburg Public Library

Please join us for a discussion of Born a Crime by Trevor Noah.

Bob Ross Paint Night

November 20, 2019, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM @ Fitchburg Library Meeting Room

Come relax and paint along with Bob Ross at the library! Supplies will be provided. Please call 608-729-1763 to register. Space is limited to 12.

Library CLOSED @ 5:00 PM

November 27, 2019, All Day

Library CLOSED - Thanksgiving

November 28, 2019, All Day

Library CLOSED

November 29, 2019, All Day

In the News

November 30, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Fitchburg Public Library

Join us for coffee and discussion of current events. This will be an ongoing program and will occur every third Saturday. There will be a new topic each week and select readings will be suggested but you are welcome to bring your own as well.

World Kindness Day Toddler Art

November 13, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Library

Teach your little one early to show kindness through gratitude by joining us for a special twist on our traditional Toddler Art time. We’ll celebrate World Kindness Day by crafting a one-of-a-kind thank-you to take home and surprise someone special. Parents are encouraged to stop in at various times throughout the hour. Be prepared to get messy! For children ages 1-3.

We Are In A Book Club

November 13, 2019, 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM @ Fitchburg Public Library

Calling all kids ages 5-8 who love to read and make new friends. Join Fitchburg- area youth for good books, yummy snacks, and fun activities. Let’s read and discuss the book chosen during last months meeting! And just like Elephant and Piggie let's declare with pride, "WE ARE IN A BOOK CLUB!"

Book Boogie

November 15, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM @ Fitchburg Public Library Meeting Room

Boogie on down to the Fitchburg Public Library for a morning filled with books, dancing, crafts and more! If you love music and movement, this is the program for you. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers ages 2-5 years who love to move.

Preschool Storytime

November 18, 2019, 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM @ Fitchburg Public Library Storytime Room

Preschool storytime is a 30 minute program for those who are able to sit through longer stories and participate in more advanced activities. Featuring stories, songs and movement activities. Suggested for children ages 2-5. To maximize enjoyment for yourself and others, please follow age recommendations. No registration is required.

Preschool Storytime

November 18, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Fitchburg Public Library Storytime Room

Preschool storytime is a 30 minute program for those who are able to sit through longer stories and participate in more advanced activities. Featuring stories, songs and movement activities. Suggested for children ages 2-5. To maximize enjoyment for yourself and others, please follow age recommendations. No registration is required.

Afternoon Art & Crafts

November 18, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Fitchburg Public Library Storytime Room

Drop down to the library for an afternoon of art and crafts! We'll have various mediums available to explore. Take home a project that you love! Recommended for ages 5-12.

Lapsit Storytime

November 19, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM @ Fitchburg Public Library Storytime Room

A 20-minute storytime for babies and toddlers featuring stories, songs, bounces, and rhymes. Followed by a 15-minute social time for caregivers and playtime for babies and toddlers. No registration is required.

READ to a Dog

November 19, 2019, 5:00 PM - 6:20 PM @ Fitchburg Public Library Storytime Room

Reading to a dog is a wonderful way to build reading skills and confidence. Independent readers in grades K-5 can sign-up for a 20 minute spot to sit down and read to a registered therapy animal. Call 608-729-1762 or stop by the Youth Services desk. (sign-up required)

Toddler Art

November 20, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Library

Explore and play with fun art materials! Children will practice fine motor skills as they engage in process art or create crafts. Parents are encouraged to stop in at various times throughout the hour. Be prepared to get messy! For children ages 1-3.

Family Pajama Storytime

November 20, 2019, 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM @ Fitchburg Public Library Storytime Room

Family Pajama Storytime is a super fun evening program, focused on winding down for the night. Featuring stories, songs and movement activities followed by a short craft all in your PJs. Parents, leave the bedtime routine to us! Ages 2-5.

Storytime

November 21, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM @ Fitchburg Public Library Storytime Room

Come join the professionals of CI Pediatric Therapy Centers for books, activities, and fun! Open to children ages 2-5 and their parents/caregivers. • Learn how to enhance your child’s language skills through reading. • Learn how to incorporate songs and motor activities with books. • Language and motor developmental milestones will be provided. • Opportunity to ask questions about your child’s development. • Led by a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and Occupational Therapist.

Bouncing Babies

November 21, 2019, 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM @ Fitchburg Public Library Storytime Room

This program will have lap rhymes, songs, stories and fun! After the program, enjoy social time with other parents/caregivers and tummy time for the babies. This program is ideal for prewalkers, starting at birth.

Unbookclub!

November 21, 2019, 6:00 PM - 6:40 PM @ Fitchburg Public Library Storytime Room

Welcome to the UNBookclub!! Read a book from our monthly genre and come ready to have fun with discussion, snack and craft! For November, let’s discuss an historical fiction! Recommended for tweens ages 9-12.

We're Going on a Bear Hunt

November 22, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Fitchburg Public Library

Come to the library for a story, songs, crafts, and a bear hunt! We’re not scared! (Ages 2-5)

Thanksgiving Crafts!

November 23, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM @ Fitchburg Public Library Storytime Room

Join us at the Fitchburg Public Library to make crafts for Thanksgiving! We will make crafts and give thanks! Recommended for kids ages 2-5.

Preschool Storytime

November 25, 2019, 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM @ Fitchburg Public Library Storytime Room

Preschool storytime is a 30 minute program for those who are able to sit through longer stories and participate in more advanced activities. Featuring stories, songs and movement activities. Suggested for children ages 2-5. To maximize enjoyment for yourself and others, please follow age recommendations. No registration is required.

Preschool Storytime

November 25, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Fitchburg Public Library Storytime Room

Preschool storytime is a 30 minute program for those who are able to sit through longer stories and participate in more advanced activities. Featuring stories, songs and movement activities. Suggested for children ages 2-5. To maximize enjoyment for yourself and others, please follow age recommendations. No registration is required.

Lapsit Storytime

November 26, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM @ Fitchburg Public Library Storytime Room

A 20-minute storytime for babies and toddlers featuring stories, songs, bounces, and rhymes. Followed by a 15-minute social time for caregivers and playtime for babies and toddlers. No registration is required.

Library CLOSED @ 5:00 PM

November 27, 2019, All Day

Library CLOSED - Thanksgiving

November 28, 2019, All Day

Library CLOSED

November 29, 2019, All Day

Cupcake Wars

November 14, 2019, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Fitchburg Public Library Storytime Room

Sprinkle and decorate your way to an AMAZING cupcake creation! We'll provide the challenges, you provide the creativity! For teens ages 13-17.

Bullet Journaling

November 16, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Library

Come and learn some fun techniques to create your own bullet journal. You will learn different styles of lettering and ways to layout and organize your pages. For ages 13-17.

Flavored Popcorn

November 22, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Library

Learn to make homemade flavored popcorn and wow your friends at your next movie night! Sample recipes to satisfy both your sweet tooth and salty snack cravings! Ages 13-17.

Library CLOSED @ 5:00 PM

November 27, 2019, All Day

Library CLOSED - Thanksgiving

November 28, 2019, All Day

Library CLOSED

November 29, 2019, All Day

Book Club @ the Pub

November 13, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Fitchburg Great Dane

Book to the bar and join us for discussion and drinks at the Great Dane Pub! The selection for November is When Death Becomes Life: Notes from a Transplant Surgeon by Dr. Joshua Mezrich. Books can be checked out at the Fitchburg Library Reference Desk.