Friends of the Goodman South Madison Library

06/06/2026

A fresh batch of books for you to choose from this week! Something to relax on the beach with, something to dream with, something to learn from and something to remember about. Even something to be weird with! Many gems on these shelves worth far more than the $1.00 or $2.00 you will pay. And intangible worth? Priceless!

05/23/2026

Check out the new selection of books for sale on the Friends of Goodman South Madison Library book shelf! We'll be replenishing it often as we get ready for the big summer sales!

05/06/2026

04/21/2026

In Memoriam: Linda Baumann

It is with deep sadness that we share with you that Linda Baumann, Vice-President of the Friends of Goodman South Madison Library Board and stalwart library advocate, died on April 13, 2026.
Linda was already an active supporter of and generous financial contributor to the Goodman South Madison Library when she joined the Friends Board in April 2022. During her four years on the board, she was involved in many outreach and funding endeavors, including planning and conducting our Go Big Read StorySLAM and numerous book sales, as well as behind-the-scenes work with valuing and sorting donated books. From 2023 to 2025 she also represented all nine Friends groups of Madison Public Libraries on the Madison Public Library Foundation Board.
Please read Linda’s obituary at https://www.cressfuneralservice.com/obituaries/linda-baumann to learn about Linda’s many significant contributions in research, practice and teaching on community-based, interdisciplinary health care and health education.
Linda, your light shines on through all that you have given to this community and the world. We miss you.

02/27/2026

Coming soon! Madison Public Library Foundation's 15th annual Lunch for Libraries spring fundraiser takes place on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at Monona Terrace Convention Center! Get your tickets now!

01/30/2026

The Sewing Machine Project now has hours at the Goodman South Madison Library! Come to the library for free mending on the first, third and fifth (if there is one) Mondays of each month from 4-6PM. This participatory mending site also offers the option of learning to mend your item yourself! The Sewing Machine Project provides the machines and supplies, the volunteers provide the love and expertise. We serve drop-in customers on the spot

11/19/2025

Did you know that the Friends of the Goodman South Madison Library have a FREE CART in the lobby of the library with books for children and teens that anyone can take for free? Our only request is that you only take two per day. Then, come in the library and check out our SALE SHELF for more great deals!

11/08/2025

Check out our sale shelf! Throughout November, we'll be rotating different music CDs for sale every week. In addition, you'll find we have put out lots of new books (many from 2021 to 2025!) at the standard $2.00 for hardcover and $1.00 for softcover. Most of these books are in pristine condition and would make good holiday gifts!

11/03/2025

In addition to our usual low prices on a great selection of books, we are starting our November CD Sale -- all Music CDs are 50 cents each (including CD sets of two or more discs). This discount price lasts while supplies do! New items will be added to the display as space permits throughout the month.