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Game and Chess Club
Game and Chess Club
January 5, 2026 from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
For tweens and teens ages 9- 18 Unplug and connect at the library's game club! It's the perfect place to hang out, meet new people, and play some awesome games. 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.
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Kid 'n Tween Tuesday STEAM
Kid 'n Tween Tuesday STEAM
January 6, 2026 from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
For kids & tweens ages 6-11 with an accompanying adult. Come to the library and participate in an activity that's about science, technology, engineering, art or math!
For this activity, we will learn about hibernation and make our own thermometers.
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Free Family Friendly Films
Free Family Friendly Films
January 9, 2026 from 3:30 pm - 5:00 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 12 and under must be accompanied by responsible party, age 14+.
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Game and Chess Club
Game and Chess Club
January 12, 2026 from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
For tweens and teens ages 9- 18 Unplug and connect at the library's game club! It's the perfect place to hang out, meet new people, and play some awesome games. 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.
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Kid 'n Tween Tuesday STEAM
Kid 'n Tween Tuesday STEAM
January 13, 2026 from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
For kids & tweens ages 6–11 (with an adult sidekick!)
Join us at the library for a STEAM-powered building challenge—where Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math meet creativity!
Can you meet the challenge to create a structure that will absorb the force of a cookie dropped from two feet and three feet in the air? Will it stay in one piece, or will you get to eat crumbs? Use your engineering design brain to figure out this cookie drop challenge!
Big thanks to The Lego Librarian for inspiring this awesome LEGO challenge!
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Great Reads for Girls Club - The Wide-Awake Princess
Great Reads for Girls Club - The Wide-Awake Princess
January 15, 2026 from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
**Books for Boys Club: Adventure, Crafts, and Treats!**
Join the Great Reads for Girls Club for thrilling stories, creative projects, and yummy treats. Each month, we explore a new book, discuss favorite parts, and create crafts inspired by the story. Enjoy a snack and make new friends!
- Book Chat: Share thoughts and make friends.
- Hands-On Fun: Creative crafts or STEM projects.
- Treat Time: Snack while showing off creations.
For this book party, we will read, The Wide-Awake Princess by E.D. Baker. Copies available for checkout after 11/13/2025.
Sign up for notifications here to join the fun! For girls 8-11 with an adult.
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Kid 'n Tween Tuesday STEAM
Kid 'n Tween Tuesday STEAM
January 20, 2026 from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Calling all kids & tweens ages 6–11! (Bring a favorite adult along for the ride!)
Get ready to shake things up at the library with a special STEAM adventure! Join Cheryl Kimber from Idaho Public Television & PBS Kids as she guides us through an exciting, hands-on exploration of the science behind earthquakes. You won't just learn about them—you'll experience the science in action.
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Books for Boys Club - Awesome Minds: The Inventors of LEGO Toys
Books for Boys Club - Awesome Minds: The Inventors of LEGO Toys
January 22, 2026 from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
**Books for Boys Club: Adventure, Crafts, and Treats!**
Join the Books for Boys Club for thrilling stories, creative projects, and yummy treats. Each month, we explore a new book, discuss favorite parts, and create crafts inspired by the story. Enjoy a snack and make new friends!
- Book Chat: Share thoughts and make friends.
- Hands-On Fun: Creative crafts or STEM projects.
- Treat Time: Snack while showing off creations.
For this book party, we will read, Awesome Minds: The Inventors of LEGO Toys by Erin Hager. Copies available for checkout after 11/13/2025.
Sign up for notifications here to join the fun! For boys 8-11 with an adult.
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Free Family Friendly Films
Free Family Friendly Films
January 23, 2026 from 3:30 pm - 5:00 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.
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Game and Chess Club
Game and Chess Club
January 26, 2026 from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
For tweens and teens ages 9- 18 Unplug and connect at the library's game club! It's the perfect place to hang out, meet new people, and play some awesome games. 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.
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Kid 'n Tween Tuesday STEAM
Kid 'n Tween Tuesday STEAM
January 27, 2026 from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Calling all kids & tweens ages 6–11! (Bring an adult sidekick along for the fun!)
Get ready to reach new heights at the library with a STEAM-powered LEGO challenge! We're taking our building skills to the next level by creating epic vertical structures. Can you defy gravity and make your creation stand tall on its own? Will you design a daring rock climbing wall, a bouncing Plinko board, or something totally unique? The possibilities are endless! A huge thanks to the Lego Librarian for this awesome activity.
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