Madison Public Library’s Period Party Series Returns November 2-21, 2026

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MADISON, WI – Madison Public Library is hosting the annual Period Party series in partnership with Public Health of Madison and Dane County and University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. 

The program is designed to provide evidence-based education for children and parents. We hope the information provided during these events empowers people who menstruate and reduces the stigma associated with menstruation and puberty.

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 Rachel Lavender, Youth Librarian at Goodman South Madison Library and Period Party organizer. 

During the first three Mondays of the month, speakers from the partner health organizations will provide in-depth presentations on topics related to menstruation.  Each session is scheduled from 5:30-7:30pm with time included for kids and families to ask questions, browse related books from the library's collection, and pick up giveaways.  

Period Party Event Series: 

The Period Party concludes with the Period Party: Celebration, planned for Saturday, November 21 from 12:30-3pm, a resource fair where attendees of all ages will be able to learn about local organizations that offer health services and pick up additional giveaways and materials related to menstrual and reproductive health. Additionally, attendees can expect:  

  • A photo booth 
  • "Period craving" snacks 
  • Assembling and decorating period "go bags" with tampons, pads, liners, and more 
  • Free menstruation and sexual health products provided by Public Health Madison & Dane County  
  • Other crafting and art-based activities for both youth and adults 

All sessions and the final celebration are held in the first-floor community room at The Atrium in Villager Mall (2300 S. Park St) near Goodman South Madison Library and are open to the public. Participants can attend as many sessions as they would like by registering for free.  
 
Register for each event online at madpl.org/periodparty. 

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About Madison Public Library 

With more than 1.4 million annual visitors across ten library locations each year, Madison Public Library's tradition of promoting education, literacy and community involvement has enriched the City of Madison for 150 years. Visit the library online at www.madisonpubliclibrary.org and @madisonpubliclibrary on Facebook and Instagram.  

About Public Health Madison & Dane County  

Public Health Madison & Dane County is the local health department servicing Madison and Dane County. Guided by a vision of "Healthy People. Healthy Places.," we work with the community to enhance, protect, and promote the health of the environment and the well-being of all people. Learn more at publichealthmdc.com and follow @publichealthmdc on Facebook and Instagram. 

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