Fall Scavenger Hunt

October 4, 9:00 AM - October 27, 6:00 PM @ Madison Public Library

The library is hosting a fun fall scavenger hunt for children of all ages. Youth may stop in to the Main library any time and ask for a scavenger hunt card at one of our service desks. Find all the items on the card, write down the corresponding numbers, and collect sprout bucks to spend at the Madison Farmer's Market.

Movie: Hocus Pocus

October 20, 2:30 PM @ Madison Public Library

Enjoy this family friendly Halloween classic in our auditorium. After three centuries, the Sanderson sisters are brought back to life. Two teenagers, a young girl, and a talking cat must put an end to their reign of terror, once and for all. PG. Free. Popcorn and drink provided. No registration required.

Parents Night Out

October 20, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Madison Gymnastics World

For ages 3-12. Pizza, trampolines, inflatables, flipping, all around fun. Please register by October 19th. 812-273-6733

Beginning Birding Walk

October 21, 9:00 AM @ Clifty Falls State Park: Clifty Shelter

Join the naturalist on this ADA accessible bird walk that begins at Clifty Shelter. Bring your binoculars for this 45 min. easy stroll.

Waterfall Hike at Clifty Falls State Park

October 21, 2:00 PM @ Clifty Falls State Park: Clifty Shelter

Meet at Clifty Shelter for a 1 hr. moderately rugged hike through one of the most scenic sections of Clifty Falls.

Club 3:16 at Salvation Army

October 22, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Salvation Army Madison

Free! For youth in Pre-K through 12th grade. Earn badges, learn life skills, build friendships and experience new adventures. Includes worship time and dinner. Rides available upon request. Permission slips on site. For more information: brenna_lee@usc.salvationarmy.org or 812-265-2157

Oil Painting Class

October 22, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM @ Madison Public Library

A comprehensive series of 10 classes on Mondays, covering method and technique, and focusing on a particular project each week. Each student will need to purchase materials for the class. See website for materials list. Art exhibition at the end of the series. The October topics will be Still Life, Semi Abstraction, and Full Abstraction. Adult and young adults. Instructor: Russell Vossler. Registration required.

Belle of Louisville Sunset Cruise

October 22, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Belle of Louisville Sunset Cruise October 22 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Madison Boat Ramp Sunset Cruise (open to the public) 7-8:30 pm, boarding at 6:30 pm. This cruise is in Madison, Indiana, will go up river and back, estimated hour and a half tour. $15 for seniors and adults $10 for children ages 3-12 *Cruise will be cancelled if a minimum number tickets are not sold. For tickets or more info call 502-574-2992

Young Writers Workshop

October 23, All Day @ Madison Public Library

Creative writing guided by Dominique Battles of Hanover College. This program is for kids in 4th-6th grades. The program is ongoing. Those who finish a story may submit it to be added to the library's collection. Registration required. Free. Go to mjcpl.org and click on "Events" to register.

Mother Goose on the Loose

October 23, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Madison Public Library

Story/activity time for children 6mo.-35mo. includes rhymes, songs, musical instruments, and more for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers. This group meets for six weeks through November 6. Participants do not have to attend all five weeks. Registration is required. Go to mjcpl.org and click on "Events" to register or call the library at 812-265-2744.

Young Writers Workshop

October 23, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Madison Public Library.

Creative writing guided by Dominique Battles of Hanover College. This program is for kids in 4th-6th grades. The program is ongoing. Those who finish a story may submit it to be added to the library's collection. Registration is required. Free. Call 812-265-2744 or go to mjcpl.org and click on "Events" to register.

Calligraphy Class

October 23, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM @ Madison Public Library

Instructor Tiffany Peleaz will teach a series of three consecutive calligraphy classes using a combination of the modern and brush methods. Terminology and the eight basic strokes needed to create an alphabet will be taught. All materials provided. Adult and young adult. Registration required.

Madison Girls Youth Basketball

October 23, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Madison Consolidated High School

For any Madison girls in grades 3rd-6th interested in playing basketball this winter. First day of practice. Like our page on Facebook: Madison Youth Lady Cub Basketball. Contact Sonja Bowyer for more information: 812-701-6045

Drawing Workshop at the Library

October 24, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM @ Madison Public Library

Basics of drawing. Students will leave with a drawing. Materials provided. Instructor: Tiffany Pelaez. Registration required.

Mother Goose on the Loose: "Night Time Edition"

October 24, 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM @ Madison Public Library

All the fun of Mother Goose rhymes, songs, props, and play in the evening for working families. For babies, toddlers, and their caregivers. Siblings are also welcome. There will be no story time on October 31. Go to mjcpl.org and click on "Events" to register or call 812-265-2744.

All Ages Story Time

October 25, All Day @ Hanover Branch Library

This fun story time includes books, songs, music shakers, and crafts. All ages welcome. This group meets for five weeks through November 8. Participants do not have to attend every week. Registration is required. Free. Go to mjcpl.org and click on "Events" to register.

Red Cross Blood Drive

October 25, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Madison Public Library

Give the gift of life! To save time, donors may use RapidPass on October 25 to complete pre-reading and donation questions online before arriving at the Library at redcrossblod.org/RapidPass and either print pass or save on a smart phone. Appointment times may be scheduled before arriving at the Library by callin 800-733-2767, going to redcrossblood.org, or downloading the Blood Donor App.

Duct Tape Couch Makeover

October 25, 6:00 PM @ Madison Public Library

Help re-decorate the duct tape couch in the Young Adult area at the Main Library downtown. Duct tape provided. Must be 12 or older to participate. Registration required. Program lasts 30-45 minutes and is limited to six participants. Go to mjcpl.org and click on "Events" to register or call the library at 812-265-2744.

Paranormal Investigation

October 25, 6:45 PM - 7:45 PM @ Madison Public Library

Is the library haunted? Join Jefferson County Paranormal Society's, Ernest Caswell, for a presentation on paranormal research and an investigation into Jefferson County Public Library's own legends. Ages 12 and up.

Clifty Falls Camgrounds Halloween Fun!

October 26 - October 28 @ Clifty Falls Campgrounds

Costume contests, trick-or-treating, campfire, and ghost stories. Visit www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/2985.htm for more information. *Look for Howl-O'-Ween Weekend Events*

Fourth Friday Downtown!

October 26, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Fourth Friday Downtown April 27 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Main Street Madison, IN 47250 United States + Google Map Participating stores have extended hours, music, fun. 5-8/9pm 812-493-4984

Pancake Breakfast and Costume Contest

October 27, 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM @ Loyal Order of Moose

Pancake Breakfast at the Moose Lodge starting at 8:30 AM. All kids eat free! We will have carnival games all morning and a costume contest starting at 10:30!

Youth Shelter Open House

October 27, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Jefferson County Youth Shelter

Open House of the Jefferson County Youth Shelter! Come inside, see the shelter, and learn about what we do for the community!

Halloween Bonfire and Costume Party

October 27, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Madison Gymanstics World

Ages 18 and under. $10/person. Flip or Treat open gym, s'mores, costume contest, freeze dance, and special awards. Call 812-273-6733 for more information.

Jefferson County 4-H Week Celebration Jamboree

October 28, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds

Jefferson County 4-H Week is October 22-28. Come celebrate at the Celebration Jamboree. The public is welcome. 812-265-8919

Club 3:16 at Salvation Army

October 29, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Salvation Army Madison

Free! For youth in Pre-K through 12th grade. Earn badges, learn life skills, build friendships and experience new adventures. Includes worship time and dinner. Rides available upon request. Permission slips on site. For more information: brenna_lee@usc.salvationarmy.org or 812-265-2157

Oil Painting Class

October 29, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM @ Madison Public Library

A comprehensive series of 10 classes on Mondays, covering method and technique, and focusing on a particular project each week. Each student will need to purchase materials for the class. See website for materials list. Art exhibition at the end of the series. The October topics will be Still Life, Semi Abstraction, and Full Abstraction. Adult and young adults. Instructor: Russell Vossler. Registration required.

Young Writers Workshop

October 30, All Day @ Madison Public Library

Creative writing guided by Dominique Battles of Hanover College. This program is for kids in 4th-6th grades. The program is ongoing. Those who finish a story may submit it to be added to the library's collection. Registration required. Free. Go to mjcpl.org and click on "Events" to register.

Mother Goose on the Loose

October 30, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Madison Public Library

Story/activity time for children 6mo.-35mo. includes rhymes, songs, musical instruments, and more for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers. This group meets for six weeks through November 6. Participants do not have to attend all five weeks. Registration is required. Go to mjcpl.org and click on "Events" to register or call the library at 812-265-2744.

Young Writers Workshop

October 30, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Madison Public Library.

Creative writing guided by Dominique Battles of Hanover College. This program is for kids in 4th-6th grades. The program is ongoing. Those who finish a story may submit it to be added to the library's collection. Registration is required. Free. Call 812-265-2744 or go to mjcpl.org and click on "Events" to register.

Calligraphy Class

October 30, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM @ Madison Public Library

Instructor Tiffany Peleaz will teach a series of three consecutive calligraphy classes using a combination of the modern and brush methods. Terminology and the eight basic strokes needed to create an alphabet will be taught. All materials provided. Adult and young adult. Registration required.

Mother Goose on the Loose: "Night Time Edition"

October 31, 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM @ Madison Public Library

All the fun of Mother Goose rhymes, songs, props, and play in the evening for working families. For babies, toddlers, and their caregivers. Siblings are also welcome. There will be no story time on October 31. Go to mjcpl.org and click on "Events" to register or call 812-265-2744.

Red, White and Boo!

October 31, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Red, White and Boo! October 31 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Brown Gym, 100 Broadway St Madison, 47250 United States + Google Map Free Free, safe community Halloween Party. Treat bags, games and activities for kids of all ages. For more info 812-265-8300

Teal Pumpkin Location at the Library

October 31, 6:00 PM - 7:45 PM @ Madison Public Library

The library is participating as a location in the Teal Pumpkin Project. We will have both candy and non-food treats for Trick-or-Treaters this Halloween. The Teal Pumpkin is a symbol welcoming any youth with food allergies during trick-or-treating.

Tai Chi Class

October 31, 7:00 PM - 7:45 PM @ Madison Public Library

Learn the ancient art of Tai Chi from instructor Debbie Elles. It is a moving meditation that is a great way to reduce stress and balance the body. Tai Chi is a low impact workout for all ages and fitness levels.

Historic District Board of Review Meeting

October 22, 5:30 PM @ City Hall

Special Committee Meeting of the Common Council/Redevelopment Commission

October 23, 5:30 PM @ City Hall

The Common Council of the City of Madison along with the Redevelopment Commission/TIF Board have established a special committee to look into the establishment of a Riverfront District in Madison, Indiana. This special committee will meet on Tuesday, October 23, at 5:30 pm in City Hall. Members of this committee are Council Members, David Alcorn and Katie Rampy, and Redevelopment Commission/TIF Board Member, Cary Strouse.

Parks Board Meeting

October 24, 5:30 PM @ City Hall