June 19, 2025
  • “Picture This!” Cartoon Catalyst Teen Short Story Contest
    June 11, 2025 - July 19, 2025 from 

    For teens ages 12- 18 Do you love storytelling? Ever looked at a comic or cartoon and wondered what happens next—or what came before? Now’s your chance to take that spark of imagination and turn it into a story! Whether you're into fantasy, mystery, sci-fi, or real-life drama, this is your moment to shine!

    🖼️ Choose/draw your own cartoon or comic panel
    ✍️ Write an original story (up to 4,000 words)
    🕐 Submit online by July 19, 2025
    🏆 Win prizes and be featured on our website!

     All participants will receive a prize!

    1st prize - $30 Amazon gift card
    2nd prize - Fat Cats Date Pack ($60 value)
    3rd prize - $20 gift card to Runnin' For Sweets

    For more information go to https://madisonlib.org/teen-zone/

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  • Closed for Juneteenth
    June 19, 2025
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June 20, 2025
  • “Picture This!” Cartoon Catalyst Teen Short Story Contest
    June 11, 2025 - July 19, 2025 from 

    For teens ages 12- 18 Do you love storytelling? Ever looked at a comic or cartoon and wondered what happens next—or what came before? Now’s your chance to take that spark of imagination and turn it into a story! Whether you're into fantasy, mystery, sci-fi, or real-life drama, this is your moment to shine!

    🖼️ Choose/draw your own cartoon or comic panel
    ✍️ Write an original story (up to 4,000 words)
    🕐 Submit online by July 19, 2025
    🏆 Win prizes and be featured on our website!

     All participants will receive a prize!

    1st prize - $30 Amazon gift card
    2nd prize - Fat Cats Date Pack ($60 value)
    3rd prize - $20 gift card to Runnin' For Sweets

    For more information go to https://madisonlib.org/teen-zone/

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  • Summer Reading - 1st Prize Available
    June 20, 2025 - June 21, 2025 from 
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  • AsiaPop! Club for Teens... a Studio Ghibli Summer!
    June 20, 2025 from 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

    For teens ages 12-18. Love K-dramas, anime, bubble tea, ramen, or the latest J-pop and K-pop drops? AsiaPop! Club is your space to dive into the coolest trends and timeless classics from across Asia’s entertainment and pop culture scene.

      Each meet-up brings something new:
    🎥 Watch parties featuring anime, K-dramas, J-dramas, and viral clips
    🍱 Snacks and taste tests from across Asia—ramen, mochi, bubble tea & more
    🎮 Games, trivia, and creative fun like origami, fan art, and cosplay
    🗣️ Fandom chats where you can share your favorite shows, ships, and songs  

    Whether you're obsessed with Studio Ghibli, Thai BL, or BTS—we’ve got a seat saved for you. Bring your friends (and your favorite fandom hot takes)!

    For this activity, we will watch Howl's Moving Castle and make a Calcifer keychain or earrings!

    Email Gina @ gina.m@madisonlib.org for more information.

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June 21, 2025
  • “Picture This!” Cartoon Catalyst Teen Short Story Contest
    June 11, 2025 - July 19, 2025 from 

    For teens ages 12- 18 Do you love storytelling? Ever looked at a comic or cartoon and wondered what happens next—or what came before? Now’s your chance to take that spark of imagination and turn it into a story! Whether you're into fantasy, mystery, sci-fi, or real-life drama, this is your moment to shine!

    🖼️ Choose/draw your own cartoon or comic panel
    ✍️ Write an original story (up to 4,000 words)
    🕐 Submit online by July 19, 2025
    🏆 Win prizes and be featured on our website!

     All participants will receive a prize!

    1st prize - $30 Amazon gift card
    2nd prize - Fat Cats Date Pack ($60 value)
    3rd prize - $20 gift card to Runnin' For Sweets

    For more information go to https://madisonlib.org/teen-zone/

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  • Summer Reading - 1st Prize Available
    June 20, 2025 - June 21, 2025 from 
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June 22, 2025
  • “Picture This!” Cartoon Catalyst Teen Short Story Contest
    June 11, 2025 - July 19, 2025 from 

    For teens ages 12- 18 Do you love storytelling? Ever looked at a comic or cartoon and wondered what happens next—or what came before? Now’s your chance to take that spark of imagination and turn it into a story! Whether you're into fantasy, mystery, sci-fi, or real-life drama, this is your moment to shine!

    🖼️ Choose/draw your own cartoon or comic panel
    ✍️ Write an original story (up to 4,000 words)
    🕐 Submit online by July 19, 2025
    🏆 Win prizes and be featured on our website!

     All participants will receive a prize!

    1st prize - $30 Amazon gift card
    2nd prize - Fat Cats Date Pack ($60 value)
    3rd prize - $20 gift card to Runnin' For Sweets

    For more information go to https://madisonlib.org/teen-zone/

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June 23, 2025
  • “Picture This!” Cartoon Catalyst Teen Short Story Contest
    June 11, 2025 - July 19, 2025 from 

    For teens ages 12- 18 Do you love storytelling? Ever looked at a comic or cartoon and wondered what happens next—or what came before? Now’s your chance to take that spark of imagination and turn it into a story! Whether you're into fantasy, mystery, sci-fi, or real-life drama, this is your moment to shine!

    🖼️ Choose/draw your own cartoon or comic panel
    ✍️ Write an original story (up to 4,000 words)
    🕐 Submit online by July 19, 2025
    🏆 Win prizes and be featured on our website!

     All participants will receive a prize!

    1st prize - $30 Amazon gift card
    2nd prize - Fat Cats Date Pack ($60 value)
    3rd prize - $20 gift card to Runnin' For Sweets

    For more information go to https://madisonlib.org/teen-zone/

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  • Summer Reading - 1st Prize Available
    June 23, 2025 - June 28, 2025 from 
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  • Toddler Time
    June 23, 2025 from 9:30 am - 10:00 am
    Location: Community Room

    For toddlers who are "walkers" (ages 10 to 23 months) and their "grown-up" -- enjoy songs, stories, and sensory building activities together.

    Have more than one child?  Wondering which early literacy library program to attend?  Go to the age specific event for your oldest child.

    Additional activities and links will be available after the program on the Madison Library District Book Babies blog.

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  • Spanish Storytime
    June 23, 2025 from 10:30 am - 11:15 am

    NEW!  Children ages 2 to 5 with their attending adult will enjoy stories and related fun which may include songs, games, and rhymes in Spanish. 

    Take-n-Go Kiddie Craft Kits will be available at Storytime. If you miss Storytime, extras are available at the Youth Reference Desk in the Children's section while supplies last.

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  • Book Wagon at Madison High School
    June 23, 2025 from 10:45 am - 11:45 am
    Location: Madison High School, 2300 University Blvd, Rexburg, ID 83440, USA

    Join us each week and participate in our Read & Return program - no library card needed!  The Book Wagon will not go out in bad weather.  Visit the Library instead!

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  • Water Mancala Tournament!
    June 23, 2025 from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

    For tweens and teens ages 9- 18   We've gone mad with Mancala! Join us for an outdoor Mancala madness party with squishy balls, buckets of water, and a lot of fun! Bring a towel with you... because we can't guarantee you'll stay dry!

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June 24, 2025
  • “Picture This!” Cartoon Catalyst Teen Short Story Contest
    June 11, 2025 - July 19, 2025 from 

    For teens ages 12- 18 Do you love storytelling? Ever looked at a comic or cartoon and wondered what happens next—or what came before? Now’s your chance to take that spark of imagination and turn it into a story! Whether you're into fantasy, mystery, sci-fi, or real-life drama, this is your moment to shine!

    🖼️ Choose/draw your own cartoon or comic panel
    ✍️ Write an original story (up to 4,000 words)
    🕐 Submit online by July 19, 2025
    🏆 Win prizes and be featured on our website!

     All participants will receive a prize!

    1st prize - $30 Amazon gift card
    2nd prize - Fat Cats Date Pack ($60 value)
    3rd prize - $20 gift card to Runnin' For Sweets

    For more information go to https://madisonlib.org/teen-zone/

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  • Summer Reading - 1st Prize Available
    June 23, 2025 - June 28, 2025 from 
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  • Toddler Time
    June 24, 2025 from 9:30 am - 10:00 am
    Location: Community Room

    For toddlers who are "walkers" (ages 10 to 23 months) and their "grown-up" -- enjoy songs, stories, and sensory building activities together.

    Have more than one child?  Wondering which early literacy library program to attend?  Go to the age specific event for your oldest child.

    Additional activities and links will be available after the program on the Madison Library District Book Babies blog.

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  • Storytime
    June 24, 2025 from 10:30 am - 11:15 am

    Children ages 2 to 5 with their attending adult will enjoy stories and related fun which may include songs, games, and rhymes.

    Have more than one child?  Wondering which early literacy library program to attend?  Go to the age specific event for your oldest child.

    Take-n-Go Kiddie Craft Kits will be available at Storytime. If you miss Storytime, extras are available at the Youth Reference Desk in the Children's section while supplies last. 

    Additional links, books and activities will be available after Storytime on the Madison Library District Story Time blog.

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  • Summer STEM from your Library... Wonders of the World in LEGOs!
    June 24, 2025 from 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Location: Community Room


    For Kids ages 6-8 & Tweens ages 9-11 and their accompanying adult. Come to the library and participate in an activity that's about science, technology, engineering, or math all mixed together with ART! 

    For this activity, travel the world without leaving your seat! Build your favorite famous landmark—from the Eiffel Tower to the Statue of Liberty—with LEGO bricks. Add your own creative twist and share what makes your wonder special!  

    This activity is sponsored by the Idaho Commission for Libraries and the Idaho STEM Action Center.

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  • Dungeons & Dragons: Adventures
    June 24, 2025 from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    Calling all adventurers! Dive into a world of imagination, strategy, and camaraderie with our new Dungeons & Dragons program for adults. Whether you're a seasoned Dungeon Master or a curious beginner, this is your chance to embark on epic quests, battle fearsome foes, and shape your own story in the world’s greatest tabletop role-playing game.

    Led by an experienced Dungeon Master, each session will transport you to fantastical realms where the only limit is your creativity. New to D&D? No problem! We'll provide pre-made characters and guidance to get you started on your journey. Come solo or with friends to forge alliances and make memories that will last a lifetime.

    Details:

    • When: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

    • Where: Madison Library District Community Room

    • Who Should Attend: Adults ages 18+ who are ready to embark on thrilling adventures, solve mysteries, and conquer dungeons.

    Whether you're here to slay dragons, outwit traps, or simply have a great time with fellow adventurers, this program offers a welcoming environment for all players. Sharpen your swords, memorize your spells, and roll the dice—an unforgettable adventure awaits!

    For more information check out our webpage: MLD Adult Arena

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  • After Dinner Storytime
    June 24, 2025 from 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm

    Children ages 2 to 5 with their attending adult will enjoy stories and related fun which may include songs, games, and rhymes. 

    Take-n-Go Kiddie Craft Kits will be available at Storytime. If you miss Storytime, extras are available at the Youth Reference Desk in the Children's section while supplies last. 

    Additional links, books and activities will be available after Storytime on the Madison Library District Story Time blog.

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June 25, 2025
  • “Picture This!” Cartoon Catalyst Teen Short Story Contest
    June 11, 2025 - July 19, 2025 from 

    For teens ages 12- 18 Do you love storytelling? Ever looked at a comic or cartoon and wondered what happens next—or what came before? Now’s your chance to take that spark of imagination and turn it into a story! Whether you're into fantasy, mystery, sci-fi, or real-life drama, this is your moment to shine!

    🖼️ Choose/draw your own cartoon or comic panel
    ✍️ Write an original story (up to 4,000 words)
    🕐 Submit online by July 19, 2025
    🏆 Win prizes and be featured on our website!

     All participants will receive a prize!

    1st prize - $30 Amazon gift card
    2nd prize - Fat Cats Date Pack ($60 value)
    3rd prize - $20 gift card to Runnin' For Sweets

    For more information go to https://madisonlib.org/teen-zone/

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  • Summer Reading - 1st Prize Available
    June 23, 2025 - June 28, 2025 from 
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  • Book Babies
    June 25, 2025 from 9:30 am - 10:00 am

    For babies (ages 0- 9 months)  who are not yet "walkers" and their "grown-up" --  enjoy songs, stories, baby sign-language, movement and sensory activities together.

    Have more than one child?  Wondering which early literacy library program to attend?  Go to the age specific program for your oldest child.

    Additional activities and links will be available after the program on the Madison Library District Book Babies blog.

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  • Storytime
    June 25, 2025 from 10:30 am - 11:15 am

    Children ages 2 to 5 with their attending adult will enjoy stories and related fun which may include songs, games, and rhymes. 

    Have more than one child?  Wondering which early literacy library event to attend?  Go to the age specific program for your oldest child.

    Take-n-Go Kiddie Craft Kits will be available at Storytime. If you miss Storytime, extras are available at the Youth Reference Desk in the Children's section while supplies last. 

    Additional links, books and activities will be available after Storytime on the Madison Library District Story Time blog.

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  • Book Wagon at Madison High School
    June 25, 2025 from 10:45 am - 11:45 am
    Location: Madison High School, 2300 University Blvd, Rexburg, ID 83440, USA

    Join us each week and participate in our Read & Return program - no library card needed!  The Book Wagon will not go out in bad weather.  Visit the Library instead!

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  • Free Family Friendly Films
    June 25, 2025 from 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

    Want to watch a fun movie on a big screen? We have got new ones and classics all lined up for an afternoon of movie fun! 

    A schedule of of the month's afternoon films are available @ madisonlib.org

    All children 11 and under must be accompanied by responsible party, age 14+.

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  • Cook with a Book... Dungeons & Drama
    June 25, 2025 from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

    Have you ever wanted to make treacle tart from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone? Or how about the scones from the Inheritance Games? Or maybe you would like to try the mallowmelt from Keeper of the Lost Cities. Then join us for our teen Cook with a Book!

    For this activity, we will make Pizza from Dungeons and Drama by Kristy Boyce.

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  • Creative Writing Club
    June 25, 2025 from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    Share your writing with other storytelling enthusiasts or join to make friends! Join the Creative Writers Club for ages 18+. We will share your favorite piece of writing and talk about why writing is our passion.

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