5 things to do in Madison, WI — Monday, August 31, 2026

Picked each day from verified Madison-area event calendars. Every listing links back to the organizer.

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  1. Job Search and Resume Assistance

    At the library at Central Library, starting 12 p.m.

    A Goodwill Consultant will be available to provide job search assistance, resume-building help, and interview preparation.

    Details from the organizer
  2. Service Industry Night

    Community at Delta Beer Lab, starting 4 p.m.

    Every Monday from 4pm-close is Industry Night at Delta Beer Lab. Stop in with a recent pay stub from the service and hospitality, education, or healthcare industries to get 20% off all food and beverage and our $3 beer…

    Details from the organizer
  3. Owl Pellet Dissection

    At the library at Central Library, starting 3 p.m.

    Whooose bones are those? Learn about owl digestive systems, the animals they eat, and build your own animal skeleton. It'll be a hoot! Supplies are limited. Participation is first come, first serve.

    Details from the organizer
  4. English Reading Hour

    At the library at Virtual, starting 3 p.m.

    Practice reading and speaking English with fellow English Language Learners. Register to attend this virtual program.

    Details from the organizer
  5. Back to School: Locker Decorating

    At the library at Martin Luther King Branch, starting 4 p.m.

    Start the year off with style. Customize some swag to personalize your locker.

    Details from the organizer