Ex Libris Silent Auction

media release: The 2023 Ex Libris: Local Flavor online auction is officially open! 

Browse more than 150 items up for bid, including original art, dining experiences, overnight stays, tickets to sporting events, and more! Here are just a few of the items:

• sandwiches for a year from Casetta

• four tickets to a Milwaukee Brewers game

• a Kevin Henkes books and balloons package

• a charcuterie class for two at Meat People

If you purchased a ticket for Ex Libris, you'll be able to see the items up for bid in person on the third floor of Central Library this Friday evening. But remember that you don't have to be an Ex Libris guest to participate in the auction — anyone can bid! All proceeds will support our efforts to boost Madison Public Library through grants for its collection, programming, technology, and other services.

Create a 32 Auctions account or log into your existing account now by clicking the button below to start bidding! The auction will close at 9:30 p.m. this Friday, November 3.