January 2026 Programs for Adults

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January 2026 Programs for Adults

Dungeons & Dragons

Tuesdays at 5:30 PM · January 6 & 20 · Community Room · Ages 18+

Calling all adventurers! Whether you’re a battle-hardened bard or brand-new to the game, join our Dungeons & Dragons party for adults (18+) and step into a world of imagination, strategy, and camaraderie. Led by an experienced Dungeon Master, each session promises epic quests, clever puzzles, and unforgettable moments.

No experience? No problem! We’ve got pre-made characters and guidance to help you dive right in. Come solo or with friends—just be ready to roll for initiative and shape your own legend.

Creative Writing Club

Calling all storytelling enthusiasts ages 18+! Meet us in the Community Room at 6:00 PM on Wednesdays, January 7 & 21. Share your writing, make new friends, and discuss your favorite work and the passion behind your craft. Let’s inspire each other!

Crafty Corner

This month we’ll meet on the second Thursday of January, the 8th, at 6:30 PM. Relax, connect, and get inspired—let’s get crafty!

Adult Makers

This January, Adult Makers are taking on the challenge of binding cloth-covered books! Join us in the Community Room on Friday, January 23 at 7 PM. Materials will be provided, ages 18+ welcome.

Free Family Friendly Films

Mark your calendars for January family movie fun! Join us in the Community Room at 3:30 PM for two fantastic big-screen showings:

Friday, January 9 – Sketch (2024, PG)
Friday, January 23 – Smurfs (2025, PG)

All ages welcome! Parents should prescreen the films for their little cinephiles, and kids under 12 need to be accompanied by someone 14 or older. Grab your popcorn and we’ll see you at the movies!

Take a Break Book Club

Take a Break Book Club will meet Thursday, January 29 at 6:30 PM in the Community Room!

This month we’re discussing The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis – a witty and thought-provoking novel told through letters from a senior demon advising his nephew on how to tempt a human away from faith.

Join us for great discussion and community! Ages 18+ are welcome.

Armchair Traveler Challenge

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!

September Adult Events

by Mary Kirkpatrick | September 1, 2023 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

Take a Break Book ClubTake a Break and join our adult book club on Sept. 21 at 6:30 PM! Ages 18+ will meet in the Community Room to discuss Jane Austen’s classic, Sense and Sensibility. Adult MakersFriday, September 15 is Adult Makers! We will be making noodles from...

September Kids & Tween Events

by Mary Kirkpatrick | September 1, 2023 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Toddler Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

Story TimeJoin Miss Gina, Grace, and Marybeth for Preschool Story Time, Toddler Time, and Book Babies! For September, we will have fun with the letter F and farm animals! Preschool Story Time is for ages 2-5 and meets Tuesdays at 10:30 AM and 6:30 PM or Wednesdays at...

September Teen Events

by Mary Kirkpatrick | September 1, 2023 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Parties, Teen Zone, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

Hauntings - Library Teen Virtual ConventionTeens are invited to join the annual Library Teen Virtual Convention! Inspired by all our favorite ghost stories, spooky folklore, and mysterious cryptids, this year's theme is HAUNTINGS! The Convention is hosted on Discord...

July Teen Activities

by Mary Kirkpatrick | July 1, 2023 | Blog, Gaming Days, Teen Crafts, Teen Parties, Teen Tech Week, Teen Zone, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

CHESS AND GAME CLUB Learn the art of chess and other games from the master of fun and strategy, Nick Allison. Game supplies will be provided. Mondays from 4:30-5:30 PM in the Community Room. For Ages 9-18TEEN ACTION COUNCIL Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans...

July Adult Activities

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INDEPENDENCE DAY CLOSURE The Library will be closed Tuesday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. No items will be due but the book drop will remain open. Thank you! "ALL TOGETHER NOW" BLOCK PARTY This is the Block Party everyone will be talking about this...

July Kid & Tween Activities

by Mary Kirkpatrick | July 1, 2023 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Toddler Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

CHESS AND GAME CLUB Learn the art of chess and other games from the master of fun and strategy, Nick Allison. Game supplies will be provided. Every Monday from 4:30-5:30 P.M. in the Community Room For ages 9-184TH OF JULY CLOSURE The Library will be closed Tuesday,...

June Kids and Tween Activities

by Mary Kirkpatrick | June 1, 2023 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

SPECIAL STORY TIME Join us for a special story time with local author Ruth Nielson! She is the author and illustrator of I Am Remarkable: A Journey of Self-Discovery. Ruth will lead our little ones in a yoga session, so please bring a towel or mat for your child to...

June Adult Activities

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CREATIVE WRITING CLUB Share your writing with other storytelling enthusiasts or join to make friends! Join the Creative Writing Club for ages 18+. We will share your favorite piece of writing and talk about why writing is our passion. Wednesdays, June 14 & 28 at...

Library Closed for Labor Day

by Abby Reeser | August 13, 2022 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

The library will be closed Saturday September 3rd and Monday September 5th for Labor Day. No items will be due and the book drop will remain open. Thank you!

August Library Activities

by Abby Reeser | August 1, 2022 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

TEEN ACTION COUNCILWednesday, August 3rd. 4-5:30pm. For ages 12-18. Come and have a say in what activities Teens do at the Library and meet new friends. NO PROGRAMS IN AUGUST To reset from Summer Reading and to accomodate our new infrastruture updates, there will be...

January 2026 Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | Dec 29, 2025 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 comments

January 2026 Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

Story Time and Early Literacy

Join us for stories, songs, and fun all month long as we explore the letter D! We’ll groove with Dance, learn from Service Dogs, try on costumes for Dress Up, and finish with something brand new just for you!

Story Time is on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:30 AM in the Community Room, plus Tuesday evenings at 6:30 PM in the Activity Room.

¡La hora del cuento en español se reúne los lunes a las 10:30 a. m. en la sala comunitaria con los mismos temas emocionantes!

Toddler Time for walking littles under 3 is Mondays and Tuesdays at 9:30 AM—this month we’re having fun with Dogs & Puppies!

Book Babies for infants not yet walking is Wednesdays at 9:30 AM, also featuring our adorable Dogs & Puppies theme!

Please note: The Library will be closed Monday, January 19 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. There will be no Toddler Time or Spanish Story Time that day.

Chess and Game Club

Unplug and connect at Chess and Game Club! It’s the perfect place to hang out, meet new people, and play some awesome games. Mondays at 4:30 PM in the Community Room, we’ll have chess sets ready for players of all abilities, plus a rotating selection of board games and card games. No experience needed—just a desire to have fun. Open to everyone ages 9-18.

*The Library will be closed Monday, Jan. 19 – No Chess & Game Club that day.

Kid ‘n’ Tween Tuesday STEAM

Join us every Tuesday in January for Kid ‘n Tween STEAM adventures! From 4:00-5:00 PM in the Community Room, young learners will explore hibernation and thermometers (Jan 6), tackle the LEGO Cookie Drop Challenge (Jan 13), discover earthquakes with special guest Cheryl Kimber from Idaho Public Television & PBS Kids (Jan 20), and take on the LEGO Vertical Challenge (Jan 27). Perfect for curious minds ready to experiment, build, and learn!

Family Friendly Films

Mark your calendars for January family movie fun! Join us in the Community Room at 3:30 PM for two fantastic big-screen showings:

Friday, January 9 – Sketch (2024, PG)
Friday, January 23 – Smurfs (2025, PG)

All ages welcome! Parents should prescreen the films for their little cinephiles, and kids under 12 need to be accompanied by someone 14 or older. Grab your popcorn and we’ll see you at the movies!

Great Reads for Girls

Hear Ye, Hear Ye, all princesses ages 8-11 and their grown-ups!

Join Great Reads for Girls on Thursday, January 15 at 6:30 PM in the Community Room for a magical evening! We’re discussing The Wide Awake Princess by E.D. Baker – a twist on Sleeping Beauty where Princess Annie is immune to magic and has to save the day when her sister’s curse goes totally wrong!

Books for Boys

Calling all boys ages 8-11 and their grown-ups!

Join Books for Boys on Thursday, January 22 at 6:30 PM in the Community Room! This month we’re reading Awesome Minds: The Inventors of LEGO Toys by Erin Hagar – discover the amazing true story of how a Danish carpenter created the world’s most popular building toy!

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 Interns 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 Intern Prize. Sign up at the Circulation desk and grab your Artifact Journal to get started!

Learn More Here

September Adult Events

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September Kids & Tween Events

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September Teen Events

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July Teen Activities

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July Adult Activities

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July Kid & Tween Activities

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June Kids and Tween Activities

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June Adult Activities

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Library Closed for Labor Day

by Abby Reeser | August 13, 2022 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

The library will be closed Saturday September 3rd and Monday September 5th for Labor Day. No items will be due and the book drop will remain open. Thank you!

August Library Activities

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January 2026 Programs for Teens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | Dec 29, 2025 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 comments

January 2026 Programs for Teens

Chess and Game Club

*The Library will be closed Monday, Jan. 19 – No Chess & Game Club that day.

Teen Action Council

The Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans and come up with ways for the Library to serve teens. Select participants ages 13-18 are invited to join us Wednesday, January 7 in the Community Room at 4 PM!

Apply to Join Teen Action Council

Teen Crafts

Join us for Teen Craft on Thursday, January 8 from 4:00-5:30 PM in the Community Room! Teens ages 12-18 will create fun wintery jewelry and keychains using Shrinky Dink plastic. Join us to learn new crafting skills and make something awesome to wear or share!

Family Friendly Films

Mark your calendars for January family movie fun! Join us in the Community Room at 3:30 PM for two fantastic big-screen showings:

Friday, January 9 – Sketch (2024, PG)
Friday, January 23 – Smurfs (2025, PG)

All ages welcome! Parents should prescreen the films for their little cinephiles, and kids under 12 need to be accompanied by someone 14 or older. Grab your popcorn and we’ll see you at the movies!

Young League of Writers

Calling all teen writers ages 12-18! Join us on Wednesdays, January 14 & 28 at 4 PM to share your work, discuss what makes great writing, and sharpen your skills. In the first half, we’ll share our writing using a red, yellow, or green light feedback system. Please, submit your work in advance as a Google Doc or PDF to programs@madisonlib.org or bring a typed, printed copy. In the second half, we’ll have dedicated silent writing time where you can focus on your own projects and ideas. Whether you want to share your writing with peers or make new friends, this is the place for you! For more information and to sign up for notifications, visit the Madison Library Teen Zone.

More Details at the Teen Zone

AsiaPop!

Join Asiapop! on Thursday, January 15 from 4:00-5:30 PM in the Community Room to explore Asian cultures through movies, crafts, recipes, and traditions! This month, teens ages 12-18 will craft Rumi’s demon-slaying sword as a bookmark to keep the demons from escaping the pages of your latest manga, then test your knowledge in a K-Pop Demon Hunter Kahoot! for a chance to win yummy treats. Whether you love K-Pop Demon Hunters, or just want to make a really cool bookmark, join us for fun and friendship. No cell phone needed!

Dungeons & Dragons

Gather your party for Teen Dungeons & Dragons! Heroes ages 12–18, join the quest on Fridays, January 16 & 30 from 3:30–5:30 PM in the Community Room. Whether you’re a seasoned warrior or just stepping into the realm, you’ll build a character, shape your story, and let the dice decide your destiny.

Bring your own (5th Edition) character or choose one of our ready-made adventurers—no experience needed, just imagination. The adventure awaits!

Teen LEGO Club

Join Teen LEGO Club on Wednesday, January 21 from 4:00-5:30 PM in the Community Room for a New Year’s Resolutions challenge! Whether your goals are to exercise more, read ten books, make your bed every day, drink more water, or eat more veggies, don’t let them pile up—turn them into LEGOs! How many resolutions can you build onto a LEGO plate in 90 minutes? Join us to find out!

Cook with a Book

Teens ages 12-18, join us for a delicious literary adventure! On January 29 at 4 PM in the Community Room we’re baking a recipe inspired by Howl’s Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones. We’ll be making Italian Cream Cake from Cesari’s Bakery—a magical treat fit for a wizard’s castle! Learn new cooking skills, enjoy great food, and connect books with culinary creativity. All supplies provided. Come hungry and ready to cook!

Idaho Teen Reading Challenge

Calling all teen readers! The Idaho Teen Reading Challenge is here! This statewide reading challenge from the ICfL invites you to explore 8 books across 10 different categories.

How to Join: Sign up at our Children’s Reference desk, Madison Jr. High Library, Madison High School Library, or online with the Beanstack app.

Track & Earn: Track your progress on Beanstack or pick up paper tracking sheets at any of our libraries. Collect a prize after each book you read at the Children’s Reference desk or during visiting librarian days at school. Complete the challenge and you’ll be entered to win a $30 gift card (drawing on May 1)!

BONUS: Digital Badge Art Contest! Design a digital badge for one of the reading categories and submit it to programs@madisonlib.org by October 31. Winners receive a $25 credit from IDEAL – Idaho’s 529 College Savings Program, and your design will be shared with libraries statewide!

Ready to read? Sign up today and check out the 10 categories on the Teen Zone!

More Details at the Teen Zone

Armchair Traveler Challenge: Unearth a Story!

Learn More Here

September Adult Events

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September Kids & Tween Events

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September Teen Events

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July Teen Activities

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July Adult Activities

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July Kid & Tween Activities

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June Kids and Tween Activities

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June Adult Activities

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Library Closed for Labor Day

by Abby Reeser | August 13, 2022 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

The library will be closed Saturday September 3rd and Monday September 5th for Labor Day. No items will be due and the book drop will remain open. Thank you!

August Library Activities

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December 2025 Programs for All Ages

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December 2025 Programs for All Ages

Teen Action Council

The Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans and come up with ways for the Library to serve teens. Select participants ages 13-18 are invited to join us Wednesday, December 3 in the Community Room at 4 PM!

Apply to Join Teen Action Council

Crafty Corner

Join us for Crafty Corner, an informal meet-up for adults 18+ who love to create! Bring your knitting, crocheting, cross-stitching, or whatever craft you enjoy, and spend an evening with fellow makers. This month we’ll meet Thursday, December 4 at 6:30 PM. Relax, connect, and get inspired—let’s get crafty!

A Wizarding Christmas Extravaganza

Don your longest robes and dust off your enchanted hats for a magical evening of Yule merriment! Come Monday, December 8 from 5-7 PM to listen to enchanting tales, enjoy whimsical treats, and prepare for a visit from the legendary Father Christmas himself! It promises to be an evening brimming with laughter and enchantment. Father Christmas (Santa) will make his grand entrance at 4:30 PM. Be ready to welcome him and share your wishes for the coming year! Don’t forget to bring your camera for magical photo opportunities. A spellbinding time awaits the whole family! Young sorcerers under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a grown-up.

More Details

Holiday Closures

The Library will be closed December 24-27 and December 31-January 1 for Christmas and New Years. No items will be due. Thank you!

Armchair Traveler Challenge

No other events the month of December. We'll see you in January for regular programming!

September Adult Events

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September Kids & Tween Events

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September Teen Events

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July Teen Activities

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July Adult Activities

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July Kid & Tween Activities

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June Kids and Tween Activities

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June Adult Activities

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Library Closed for Labor Day

by Abby Reeser | August 13, 2022 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

The library will be closed Saturday September 3rd and Monday September 5th for Labor Day. No items will be due and the book drop will remain open. Thank you!

August Library Activities

by Abby Reeser | August 1, 2022 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

November 2025 Kids ‘n’ Tweens Programs

by Mary Kirkpatrick | Oct 31, 2025 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 comments

November 2025 Kids ‘n’ Tweens Programs

Story Time and Early Literacy

Start your little ones on their reading journey with age-appropriate stories, songs, and activities! Book Babies is for infants not yet walking. Toddler Time is for walking littles 1-3 years old. Story Time is for preschoolers ages 3-5. All Children should be accompanied by an adult.

Weekly Schedule:

Mondays: Toddler Time 9:30 AM | Spanish Story Time 10:30 AM
Tuesdays: Toddler Time 9:30 AM | Story Time 10:30 AM (No Early Literacy Programs Tues. November 11!)
Wednesdays: Book Babies 9:30 AM | Story Time 10:30 AM

Toddler Time & Book Babies Theme: Pigs all November long!

Story Time Weekly Themes:

Nov. 3-5: Pirates
Nov. 10 & 12: Pigs
Nov. 17-19: Pie
Nov. 24-26: Something New, Just for You!

Perfect for building early literacy skills through play, music, and interactive storytelling. All caregivers and little learners welcome!

Chess and Game Club

Tweens and teens ages 9-18, join us every Monday at 4:30 PM to learn the art of chess and other games with the master of fun and strategy, Nick Allison! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, come challenge yourself and have fun. All game supplies provided.

Don’t miss the Open Chess Tournament on November 17—Test your skills against players in your own level category for sweet prizes! This tournament will be monitored by our own chess and game master, Nick Allison. Spectators are welcome, so bring your family and friends! Please enter through the Community Room Door.

Kid ‘n’ Tween Tuesday STEAM

Get ready for three exciting Tuesdays of hands-on STEAM fun! We’ll defy gravity with paper plate roller coasters, build DIY speakers with special guest Cheryl Kimber from Idaho PTV & PBS Kids to explore the science of sound, and tackle a LEGO Thanksgiving & Fall Challenge to celebrate the season.

Join us in the Community Room on November 4, 18, and 25 from 4:00-5:00 PM for creativity, experiments, and fun! Perfect for kids and tweens ages 6-11 who love to build, create, and discover.

Combined Great Reads for Girls & Books for Boys

Our Books for Boys and Great Reads for Girls clubs are joining forces this month to discuss A Rover’s Story by Jasmine Warga! This heartwarming tale follows Resilience, a Mars rover built by NASA, on an epic journey from Earth to the Red Planet—a story of friendship, purpose, and the adventure of a lifetime told from a truly unique perspective.

We’ll gather on Thursday, November 13 at 6:30-7:30 PM in the Community Room for discussion, space-themed activities, and delicious treats! Perfect for readers ages 8-11 and accompanying adults.

See you there, space explorers!

Family Friendly Films

Join us on Friday, November 14 at 3:30 PM in the Community Room for a big-screen showing of The Bad Guys 2 (PG)! Our favorite reformed criminal crew is back for more action-packed adventures as they navigate new challenges and prove that even bad guys can become heroes.

All ages welcome! Parents should prescreen the film for their little cinephiles, and kids under 12 must be accompanied by someone 14 or older.

Armchair Traveler Challenge: Apprentice Artist

Reading can inspire creativity and we are painting a masterpiece! Take an epic journey with us this year as we explore the world of art, from color and style to history and industry. Armchair travelers will read books to create a portfolio of canvases that earn them opportunities to enter the final drawing for our grand prizes. Any reader who joins us for even a portion of the trip will receive small prizes along the way. Sign up today at the Library Circulation Desk!

Learn More Here

September Adult Events

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September Kids & Tween Events

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September Teen Events

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July Teen Activities

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July Adult Activities

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July Kid & Tween Activities

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June Kids and Tween Activities

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June Adult Activities

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Library Closed for Labor Day

by Abby Reeser | August 13, 2022 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

The library will be closed Saturday September 3rd and Monday September 5th for Labor Day. No items will be due and the book drop will remain open. Thank you!

August Library Activities

by Abby Reeser | August 1, 2022 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

November 2025 Teen Programs

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November 2025 Teen Programs

Chess and Game Club

Teen Action Council

The Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans and come up with ways for the Library to serve teens. Select participants ages 13-18 are invited to join us Wednesday, Nov. 5 in the Community Room at 4 PM!

Apply to Join Teen Action Council

Teen Crafts

Calling all teens ages 12-18! Join us for a fun crafting session on Thursday, Nov. 6 at 4 PM where you’ll learn to crochet adorable jellyfish. Whether you’re a beginner or have some crochet experience, we’ll guide you through each step to create your own colorful jellyfish to take home. All supplies provided. Come hang out, learn a new skill, and get creative with us!

Dungeons & Dragons

Embark on an epic adventure! In this classic 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. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or new to the world of D&D, all are welcome. Experienced players may bring their own character if they wish, but pre-made characters will also be available. All characters should be made using only the resources available in the core 5th Edition player’s handbook. Join us on Fridays, November 7 & 21 at 3:30 PM for an afternoon of imagination, strategy, and fun!

Young League of Writers

Calling all teen writers ages 12-18! Join us on Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 4 PM to share your work, discuss what makes great writing, and sharpen your skills. In the first half, we’ll share our writing using a red, yellow, or green light feedback system. Please, submit your work in advance as a Google Doc or PDF to programs@madisonlib.org or bring a typed, printed copy. In the second half, we’ll have dedicated silent writing time where you can focus on your own projects and ideas. Whether you want to share your writing with peers or make new friends, this is the place for you! For more information and to sign up for notifications, visit the Madison Library Teen Zone

More Details at the Teen Zone

AsiaPop!

Love boba? If you haven’t experienced the popping sensation of fruit juice spheres in your drink, you’re in for a treat! Join AsiaPop! Club on Thursday, November 13 from 4:00-5:30 PM in the Community Room to learn how to make your own boba or “bubble” drinks!

AsiaPop! Club is your passport to exploring Asian cultures! We watch movies and shows, make crafts, try delicious recipes, and learn traditions from across Asia—all while having fun and making friends. Perfect for teens ages 12-18.

Family Friendly Films

All ages welcome! Parents should prescreen the film for their little cinephiles, and kids under 12 must be accompanied by someone 14 or older.

Cook with a Book

Teens ages 12-18, join us for a delicious literary adventure! On Thursday, November 20 at 4 PM we’re baking a recipe inspired by The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien. We’ll be making mini pork pies—perfect for a hobbit’s journey (or just a tasty snack)! Learn new cooking skills, enjoy great food, and connect books with culinary creativity. All supplies provided. Come hungry and ready to cook!

Idaho Teen Reading Challenge

Calling all teen readers! The Idaho Teen Reading Challenge is here! This statewide reading challenge from the ICfL invites you to explore 8 books across 10 different categories.

How to Join: Sign up at our Children’s Reference desk, Madison Jr. High Library, Madison High School Library, or online with the Beanstack app.

Ready to read? Sign up today and check out the 10 categories on the Teen Zone!

More Details at the Teen Zone

Armchair Traveler Challenge: Apprentice Artist

September Adult Events

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September Kids & Tween Events

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September Teen Events

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July Teen Activities

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July Adult Activities

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July Kid & Tween Activities

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June Kids and Tween Activities

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June Adult Activities

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Library Closed for Labor Day

by Abby Reeser | August 13, 2022 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

The library will be closed Saturday September 3rd and Monday September 5th for Labor Day. No items will be due and the book drop will remain open. Thank you!

August Library Activities

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November 2025 Adult Programs

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November 2025 Adult Programs

Dungeons & Dragons

Tuesdays, Nov. 4 & 18 at 5:30 PM in the Community Room

Calling all adventurers! Whether you’re battle-hardened or brand-new to the game, join our Dungeons & Dragons adventures for adults (18+) and step into a world of imagination, strategy, and camaraderie. Led by an experienced Dungeon Master, each session promises epic quests, clever puzzles, and unforgettable moments.

No experience? No problem! We’ve got pre-made characters and guidance to help you dive right in. Come solo or with friends—just be ready to roll for initiative and shape your own legend.

Creative Writing Club

Wednesdays, Nov. 5 & 19, at 6:00 PM.

Calling all storytellers! Whether you’re eager to share your latest piece or just want to connect with fellow writers, this club is for you. We’ll read our favorite works, explore what drives our passion for writing, and cheer each other on in a welcoming, creative space.

On the 5th we’ll be meeting in the Community Room, but the 19th will be held in the Activity Room.

Crafty Corner

This month we’ll meet Thursday, Nov. 6 at 6:30 PM. Relax, connect, and get inspired—let’s get crafty!

Adult Makers

Friday, November 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM in the Community Room

Get creative with a unique painting technique! This month we’ll be using cotton swabs to create beautiful floral artwork. No prior painting experience necessary—just bring your imagination and we’ll provide the supplies. Join us for a relaxing evening of art and creativity. Adults 18+ welcome!

Free Family Friendly Films

All ages welcome! Parents should prescreen the film for their little cinephiles, and kids under 12 need to be accompanied by someone 14 or older.

Take a Break Book Club

Join us for an engaging discussion of Go Set a Watchman by Harper Lee on Thursday, November 20 at 6:30 PM. This novel follows Jean Louise Finch as she returns to her hometown of Maycomb, Alabama from New York City to visit her aging father, where she grapples with personal and political conflicts that challenge her understanding of her family and community. The book explores themes of identity, moral complexity, and changing perspectives in the American South. Adults 18+ are welcome. We hope to see you there!

Writing Truth Short Story Contest

They say “the truth will out”—but where will it take your characters?

Enter our Writing Truth Short Story Contest this November! Writers 18+ can submit an original story (1,500 words or less) that includes the phrase “The truth will out.” The winning author will take home a $50 Barnes & Noble gift card and a book lover’s gift basket.

Entries open November 1–22, 2025. Email your story as a PDF or Word doc to programs@madisonlib.org and let your truth find the light.

Armchair Traveler Challenge

Reading can inspire creativity and we are painting a masterpiece! Take an epic journey with us this year as we explore the world of art, from color and style to history and industry. Armchair artists will read books to create a portfolio of canvases that earn them opportunities to enter the final drawing for our grand prizes. Any reader who joins us for even a portion of the trip will receive small prizes along the way. Sign up at the Library Circulation Desk!

September Adult Events

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September Kids & Tween Events

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September Teen Events

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July Teen Activities

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July Adult Activities

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July Kid & Tween Activities

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June Kids and Tween Activities

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June Adult Activities

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Library Closed for Labor Day

by Abby Reeser | August 13, 2022 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

The library will be closed Saturday September 3rd and Monday September 5th for Labor Day. No items will be due and the book drop will remain open. Thank you!

August Library Activities

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October Activities for Adults

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October Activities for Adults

Creative Writing Club

Wednesdays, Oct. 1, 15, & 29 at 6:00 PM.

Crafty Corner

This month we’ll meet Thursday, Oct. 2 at 6:30 PM. Relax, connect, and get inspired—let’s get crafty!

Free Family Friendly Films

Join us for FREE Family Friendly Films this October! We’re showing a mix of classics and new favorites that are perfect for movie lovers of all ages.

Friday, October 3 at 3:30 PM: Lilo & Stitch (2025, PG)
Friday, October 17 at 3:30 PM: Flow (2024, PG)

Bring the whole crew for an afternoon of fun! Just a friendly heads up – we encourage parents to prescreen films to make sure they’re the right fit for your little movie fans. Kids under 12 need to be accompanied by someone 14 or older.

See you at the movies!

Dungeons & Dragons

Tuesdays, Oct. 7 & 21 at 5:30 PM in the Community Room

Calling all adventurers! Whether you’re a battle-hardened bard or brand-new to the game, join our Dungeons & Dragons adventures for adults (18+) and step into a world of imagination, strategy, and camaraderie. Led by an experienced Dungeon Master, each session promises epic quests, clever puzzles, and unforgettable moments.

No experience? No problem! We’ve got pre-made characters and guidance to help you dive right in. Come solo or with friends—just be ready to roll for initiative and shape your own legend.

Adult Makers: Cooking the Books

Ready to bake your way through the pages of Dylan Hollis’s Baking Across America? Join us Friday, October 17 at 7 PM in the Community Room for a sweet evening of shared treats and culinary nostalgia. Adults 18+ can choose a recipe from the book on display near the Circulation desk, sign up with their pick, and make a copy of the recipe down at the Reference desk. Then, bring your baked creation to share with fellow foodies! Sign up soon and let’s get cooking!

Take a Break Book Club

Take a break and dive into a timeless classic with us! Join our adult book club on Thursday, October 23 at 6:30 PM in the Community Room as we discuss To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee.

Set in the racially charged South of the 1930s, the novel follows young Scout Finch as her father, Atticus, defends a Black man falsely accused of a crime—challenging injustice and shaping Scout’s understanding of morality and empathy. It’s a powerful story of courage, conscience, and coming of age.

Armchair Traveler Challenge

Reading can inspire creativity and we are painting a masterpiece! Take an epic journey with us this year as we explore the world of art, from color and style to history and industry. Armchair artists will read books to create a portfolio of canvases that earn them opportunities to enter the final drawing for our grand prizes. Any reader who joins us for even a portion of the trip will receive small prizes along the way. Sign up at the Library Circulation Desk!

September Adult Events

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September Kids & Tween Events

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September Teen Events

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July Teen Activities

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July Adult Activities

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July Kid & Tween Activities

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June Kids and Tween Activities

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June Adult Activities

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Library Closed for Labor Day

by Abby Reeser | August 13, 2022 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

The library will be closed Saturday September 3rd and Monday September 5th for Labor Day. No items will be due and the book drop will remain open. Thank you!

August Library Activities

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October Activities for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

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October Activities for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

Story Time and Early Literacy

Start your little ones on their reading journey with age-appropriate stories, songs, and activities!

Weekly Schedule:

Mondays: Toddler Time 9:30 AM | Spanish Story Time 10:30 AM (No early literacy programs Mon. Oct. 6)
Tuesdays: Toddler Time 9:30 AM | Story Time 10:30 AM
Wednesdays: Book Babies 9:30 AM | Story Time 10:30 AM

Toddler Time & Book Babies Theme: Monsters all October long!

Story Time Weekly Themes:

Sept. 29-Oct. 1: Something New Just for You
Oct. 7-8: Magic
Oct. 13-15: Monsters
Oct. 20-22: Moon
Oct. 27-29: Something New for Halloween!

Perfect for building early literacy skills through play, music, and interactive storytelling. All caregivers and little learners welcome!

Chess and Game Club

Mondays, October 6-20 | 4:30–5:30 PM
Community Room | Ages 9–18

Sharpen your skills and challenge your mind with the master of fun and strategy — Nick Allison! Learn to play chess and a variety of other awesome games. All supplies provided — just bring your game face!

Don’t miss our Pirate Dice Competition on Monday, October 27th at the same time!

Kid ‘n’ Tween Tuesday STEAM

Tuesday STEAM Activities for Kids ‘n’ Tweens!

Join us every Tuesday at 4 PM in the Community Room for hands-on fun that brings science, technology, engineering, arts, and math to life! Perfect for ages 6-11 and their adult sidekicks.

October Adventures:

Oct. 7 – Monster Genetics
Oct. 14 – LEGO Musical Monsters
Oct. 21 – Special guest Cheryl Kimber from Idaho PBS Kids presents Kites & the Principles of Flight
Oct. 28 – Topsy-turvy LEGO Challenge

Ready to explore, create, and discover together? We’ll see you there!

Great Reads for Girls

Calling all girls ages 8-11 and their adult sidekicks! Join the Great Reads for Girls Club on Thursday, October 9 at 6:30 PM in the Community Room. This month we’re diving into The Power of Poppy Pendle by Natasha Lowe! Each month, we explore a new book, discuss favorite parts, and create crafts inspired by the story. Come make new friends and discover new favorite books!

“Ten-year-old Poppy, born to ordinary parents, has inherited coveted witch power. In Poppy’s world, witches work for good and are much valued, but Poppy does not want to be a witch—she wants to be a baker, and she is extremely good at baking. Her parents insist Poppy follow in the footsteps of her great aunt, a famous witch, but Poppy has plans of her own.

Part magic, part adventure, and wholly delicious, this spirited story includes more than a dozen recipes you can try at home.”

Books for Boys

Boys ages 8-11 and their adult sidekicks, this one’s for you! Join the Books for Boys Club on Thursday, October 16 at 6:30 PM in the Community Room to discuss Brandon Mull’s Fablehaven—an epic adventure filled with magic and mythical creatures. Enjoy a thrilling story, creative projects, and yummy treats as we discuss our favorite parts and create crafts inspired by the book. Come make new friends!

“For centuries, mystical creatures of all description were gathered to a hidden refuge called Fablehaven to prevent their extinction. The sanctuary is one of the last strongholds of true magic. Enchanting? Absolutely. Exciting? You bet. Safe? Well, actually, quite the opposite . . .

Kendra and her brother, Seth, have no idea their grandfather is the current caretaker of Fablehaven. Inside the gated woods, ancient laws keep order among greedy trolls, mischievous satyrs, plotting witches, spiteful imps, and jealous fairies. However, when the rules get broken, powerful forces of evil are unleashed, forcing Kendra and Seth to face the greatest challenge of their lives, to save their family, Fablehaven, and perhaps even the world.”

Family Friendly Films

Join us for FREE Family Friendly Films this October! We’re showing a new favorite that is perfect for movie lovers of all ages.

Friday, October 17 at 3:30 PM: Flow (2024, PG)

See you at the movies!

Pirate Dice Competition

Ahoy, young buccaneers! Hoist the colors at our Pirate Dice Competition on Monday, October 27 at 4:30 PM in the Community Room! For scallywags ages 9–18, this high-stakes showdown will be captained by none other than Nick Allison, our captain of fun and cunning. Dress up as your favorite pirate, gather your mates, and set sail for an hour of fun, laughter, and excitement as you roll the dice for treasure and glory!

Tricks or Treats!

TRICKS OR TREATS STORY TIME Join us on October 31st for costumes, spooky stories, sweet treats, and frightfully fun times!

Choose your adventure time: 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, OR 12:30 PM

NEW THIS YEAR: Sensory Sensitive Trick or Treat at 1:30 PM – a welcoming space designed for families with sensory needs.

Perfect for kids of all ages and their grown-ups! Come ready for Halloween magic at your local library.

Armchair Traveler Challenge: Apprentice Artist

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