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Game and Chess Club
Game and Chess Club
April 3, 2023 from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
For tweens and teens ages 9- 18 Learn the art of Chess and other games with the master of fun and strategy, Nick Allison. Game supplies will be provided.
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Kids STEAM Activity for ages 6-8
Kids STEAM Activity for ages 6-8
April 4, 2023 from 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
For kids ages 6-8 with an accompanying adult. Come to the library and participate in an activity that's about science, technology, engineering, art or math!
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Tween STEAM Activity for ages 9 - 11
Tween STEAM Activity for ages 9 - 11
April 4, 2023 from 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Activity Room
For tweens ages 9- 11 with an accompanying adult. Come to the library and participate in an activity that's about science, technology, engineering, art or math!
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After Dinner Storytime
After Dinner Storytime
April 4, 2023 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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Blockfest! 2023
Blockfest! 2023
April 5, 2023 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
-For children ages 8 months to 8 years with an accompanying adult- Join Madison Library District and Eastern Idaho Public Health for an afternoon of block building fun! Learn math, science, and literacy skills as we stack, build, create, and topple our blocks! *Socks required. No sign-up needed; just drop in when you are available.
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Teen Action Council
Teen Action Council
April 5, 2023 from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Select participants plan library activities for teens ages 12-18.
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Waffle Wednesday Game Night
Waffle Wednesday Game Night
April 5, 2023 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Come out and enjoy a night full of old and new games. Bring your favorites and we'll all play together! Waffles for winners!
In the Madison Library Community room starting at 6:00 pm.
For ages 18+.
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Teen Craft ages 12-18
Teen Craft ages 12-18
April 6, 2023 from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
For teens ages 12- 18. Bring your friends and listen to music while you make an awesome art project to take home with you.
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Free Family Friendly Films
Free Family Friendly Films
April 7, 2023 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 11 and under must be accompanied by responsible party, age 14+.
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Toddler Time
Toddler Time
April 10, 2023 from 9:30 am - 10:00 am
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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Game and Chess Club
Game and Chess Club
April 10, 2023 from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
For tweens and teens ages 9- 18 Learn the art of Chess and other games with the master of fun and strategy, Nick Allison. Game supplies will be provided.
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Toddler Time
Toddler Time
April 11, 2023 from 9:30 am - 10:00 am
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
Storytime
April 11, 2023 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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After Dinner Storytime
After Dinner Storytime
April 11, 2023 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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Book Babies
Book Babies
April 12, 2023 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, 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
Storytime
April 12, 2023 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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Creative Writing Club
Creative Writing Club
April 12, 2023 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 19+. We will share your favorite piece of writing and talk about why writing is our passion.
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Teen Anime Club
Teen Anime Club
April 13, 2023 from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Teens ages 12-18 gather together to watch anime favorites, chat about manga, and play games. No need to apply -- just show up!
For this activity, we will watch, "Your lie in April."
Email Gina @ gina.m@madisonlib.org for more information.
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Mother Daughter Book Club
Mother Daughter Book Club
April 13, 2023 from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
For girls ages 8-11 and their accompanying adult. It's a party about a book! Play games, make a cool craft, and eat a tasty snack.
For this book party, we will be reading Ella Enchanted by Gail Carson Levine.
Sign up for Mother Daughter Book Club notifications here.
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Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
April 14, 2023 from 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
In this classic role-playing game, you create your character, choose how they interact with the story, and use dice to decide the outcomes of your actions.
This event is open to all teens (ages 12 to 18). Both beginners and experienced players are welcome. Bi-monthly sessions will occur on the 2nd & 4th Friday of each month.
The game will consist of one, 1 to 2 hour session for first level characters (opportunities to level up are provided between sessions). Experienced players may use 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.
For more information contact Lark @ lark.m@madisonlib.org.
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Adult Makers: Cake Decorating
Adult Makers: Cake Decorating
April 14, 2023 from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Community Room
Leave the kids at home for a night of creativity and grown-up fun. We'll play with decorating tips and make some sweet art.
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National Library Week Peeps contest submissions
National Library Week Peeps contest submissions
April 17, 2023 - April 22, 2023 from
Our theme is: "There's More to the Story!"
Depict a scene from a published book, any of our programming events, or any item you've used in the library (such as Libby).
Get the full rules and an entry form at the Circulation Desk, or on our website!
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Toddler Time
Toddler Time
April 17, 2023 from 9:30 am - 10:00 am
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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Game and Chess Club
Game and Chess Club
April 17, 2023 from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
For tweens and teens ages 9- 18 Learn the art of Chess and other games with the master of fun and strategy, Nick Allison. Game supplies will be provided.
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Open Recital
Open Recital
April 17, 2023 from 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Share your talents with our library community. All ages, all skill levels, all instruments are welcome. Please submit your application which is available through our website. You can access the form here.
Participants under age 18, must also have a parental permission form which is available at the circulation desk. Please tell your family and friends about your recital so you can perform for an audience! We can't wait to listen to you!
Children 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult, 18+.
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National Library Week Peeps contest submissions
National Library Week Peeps contest submissions
April 17, 2023 - April 22, 2023 from
Our theme is: "There's More to the Story!"
Depict a scene from a published book, any of our programming events, or any item you've used in the library (such as Libby).
Get the full rules and an entry form at the Circulation Desk, or on our website!
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Toddler Time
Toddler Time
April 18, 2023 from 9:30 am - 10:00 am
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
Storytime
April 18, 2023 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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LEGOs @ your Library ages 6-18
LEGOs @ your Library ages 6-18
April 18, 2023 from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
For kids ages 6-11 & teens ages 12-18. Do you love Legos? Join other kids who love the ever popular bricks at Madison Library District's LEGO club!
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After Dinner Storytime
After Dinner Storytime
April 18, 2023 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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Madison Library Foundation Meeting
Madison Library Foundation Meeting
April 18, 2023 from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Community Room
Want to volunteer to help the library? The Madison Library Foundation is a non-profit Friends of the Library group who needs your help!
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National Library Week Peeps contest submissions
National Library Week Peeps contest submissions
April 17, 2023 - April 22, 2023 from
Our theme is: "There's More to the Story!"
Depict a scene from a published book, any of our programming events, or any item you've used in the library (such as Libby).
Get the full rules and an entry form at the Circulation Desk, or on our website!
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Book Babies
Book Babies
April 19, 2023 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, 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
Storytime
April 19, 2023 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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Library Board Meeting
Library Board Meeting
April 19, 2023 from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Community Room
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National Library Week Peeps contest submissions
National Library Week Peeps contest submissions
April 17, 2023 - April 22, 2023 from
Our theme is: "There's More to the Story!"
Depict a scene from a published book, any of our programming events, or any item you've used in the library (such as Libby).
Get the full rules and an entry form at the Circulation Desk, or on our website!
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Teen Craft ages 12-18
Teen Craft ages 12-18
April 20, 2023 from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
For teens ages 12- 18. Bring your friends and listen to music while you make an awesome art project to take home with you.
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Books for Boys
Books for Boys
April 20, 2023 from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
For boys ages 8-11 and their accompanying adult. It's a party about a book! Play games, make a cool craft, and eat a tasty snack.
For this book party, we will be reading Tale of Desperaux by Kate DiCamillo.
Sign up for Books for Boys notifications here.
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National Library Week Peeps contest submissions
National Library Week Peeps contest submissions
April 17, 2023 - April 22, 2023 from
Our theme is: "There's More to the Story!"
Depict a scene from a published book, any of our programming events, or any item you've used in the library (such as Libby).
Get the full rules and an entry form at the Circulation Desk, or on our website!
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Free Family Friendly Films
Free Family Friendly Films
April 21, 2023 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 11 and under must be accompanied by responsible party, age 14+.
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National Library Week Peeps contest submissions
National Library Week Peeps contest submissions
April 17, 2023 - April 22, 2023 from
Our theme is: "There's More to the Story!"
Depict a scene from a published book, any of our programming events, or any item you've used in the library (such as Libby).
Get the full rules and an entry form at the Circulation Desk, or on our website!
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Toddler Time
Toddler Time
April 24, 2023 from 9:30 am - 10:00 am
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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Game and Chess Club
Game and Chess Club
April 24, 2023 from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
For tweens and teens ages 9- 18 Learn the art of Chess and other games with the master of fun and strategy, Nick Allison. Game supplies will be provided.
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Toddler Time
Toddler Time
April 25, 2023 from 9:30 am - 10:00 am
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
Storytime
April 25, 2023 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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After Dinner Storytime
After Dinner Storytime
April 25, 2023 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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Book Babies
Book Babies
April 26, 2023 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, 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
Storytime
April 26, 2023 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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Young League of Writers
Young League of Writers
April 26, 2023 from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Would you like to share your writing with other teens your age or just make new friends? Join the Young League of Writers for ages 12-18. We will meet for an 1 1/2 hours to share what we've all been working on and talk about what makes writing great.
For this activity, we will talk about how to create an engaging plot.
For more information, go to www.madisonlib.org/teen-zone.
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Creative Writing Club
Creative Writing Club
April 26, 2023 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 19+. We will share your favorite piece of writing and talk about why writing is our passion.
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Take a Break Book Club: The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd
Take a Break Book Club: The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd
April 27, 2023 from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Set in South Carolina in 1964, The Secret Life of Bees tells the story of Lily Owens, whose life has been shaped around the blurred memory of the afternoon her mother was killed. When Lily's fierce-hearted black "stand-in mother," Rosaleen, insults three of the deepest racists in town, Lily decides to spring them both free. They escape to Tiburon, South Carolina--a town that holds the secret to her mother's past. Taken in by an eccentric trio of black beekeeping sisters, Lily is introduced to their mesmerizing world of bees and honey, and the Black Madonna.
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Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
April 28, 2023 from 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
In this classic role-playing game, you create your character, choose how they interact with the story, and use dice to decide the outcomes of your actions.
This event is open to all teens (ages 12 to 18). Both beginners and experienced players are welcome. Bi-monthly sessions will occur on the 2nd & 4th Friday of each month.
The game will consist of one, 1 to 2 hour session for first level characters (opportunities to level up are provided between sessions). Experienced players may use 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.
For more information check out our webpage: https://www.madisonlib.org/dungeons-and-dragons/
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