September 2026 Programs for Teens
Teen Action Council
The Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans and come up with ways for the Library to serve teens. Due to our shelving upgrade closure, we will meet the second Wednesday of September. Select participants ages 13-18 are invited to join us Wednesday, Sept. 9 in the Community Room at 4 PM!
Young League of Writers
Calling all teen writers ages 12–18! Join the Young League of Writers on Wednesdays, Sept. 10 & 24 from 4:00–5:30 PM.
Submit up to 2,000 type-written words to programs@madisonlib.org for helpful feedback. We begin in the Community Room. In the first half, we’ll share our writing using the red, yellow, or green light system to indicate the level of feedback you’d like to receive — giving you control over your creative process. Then we’ll dive into a writing marathon, with dedicated time to work on poetry, short stories, a novel, or anything in between.
This is your space to grow as a writer and connect with fellow storytellers. All writing levels welcome!
Dungeons & Dragons
Roll for initiative! Join us for Teen Dungeons & Dragons on Fridays, Sept. 11 & 25 from 3:30-5:30 PM in the Community Room. In this classic tabletop role-playing game, you’ll create your character, choose how they interact with the story, and use dice to decide the outcomes of your actions as you embark on epic adventures. Experienced players are welcome to bring their own character (made using only the core 5th Edition Player’s Handbook), while newcomers can choose from pre-made characters. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or a first-time hero, all skill levels are welcome. Grab your dice and prepare for an afternoon of imagination, storytelling, and fun!
Chess and Game Club
Grab a gaming friend and unplug at Chess, Game, and… Cubing Club! Hang out, meet new people, and play games like Chess, Mafia, and Monopoly Deal — plus, for the first time, Rubik’s Cubes. No experience needed, just a desire to have fun. Meets Mondays, September 14, 21, and 28, from 4:00–5:30 PM, in the Community Room. Open to everyone ages 9–18.
AsiaPop! Club
AsiaPop! is your passport to exploring Asian cultures — watch movies and shows, make crafts, try delicious recipes, and learn traditions from across Asia while making friends. This month, learn to make delicious Korean street food: sweet hotteok and savory pajeon. Meets Wednesday, September 16 from 4:00–5:30 PM in the Community Room.
Family Friendly Films
Free Family Friendly Films Want to watch a fun movie on the big screen? We’ve got new favorites and classics lined up for an afternoon of movie fun. All children 12 and under must be accompanied by someone age 14+. September’s showing:
Friday, September 18 at 3:30 PM — The Sheep Detectives (PG)
Armchair Traveler Challenge: Unearth a Story!
Reading is the perfect way to unearth information, entertainment, and understanding, and we are ready to delve into some great books! This year’s challenge has us grabbing our shovels and burrowing into the pages! Field Techs will read one book for each challenge, earning stickers and opportunities to win prizes in our grand prize drawing.
Any reader who fulfills even a portion of their Artifact Journal will earn small prizes along the way, but readers who complete all 10 Inventory Logs will earn the 2026 Armchair Traveler Field Tech Prize. Sign up at the Circulation desk and grab your Artifact Journal to get started!
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