Teen Activities March 2026
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 4:00 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.
Don’t miss the Open Chess Tournament on March 23—test your skills and see how you stack up against other players! All levels welcome.
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, March 4 in the Community Room at 4 PM!
Teen Crafts
Calling all teens ages 12-18! Join us in the Community Room at 4:00 PM for creative fun at Teen Crafts this month.
March 5: Rock Painting
Paint smooth rocks with fun patterns, inspiring words, or cute designs. Create one-of-a-kind art to keep, hide, or gift!
March 19: Tea Light Flowers
Turn simple materials into colorful, flower-shaped decorations that glow softly with a battery tea light inside. Perfect for decorating or gifting!
All supplies provided. Drop in and let your creativity bloom!
Family Friendly Films
Grab your popcorn and join us for Free Family Friendly Films on Fridays at 3:30 PM in the Community Room! This March, we’re diving into friendship and fairy tales. On March 6th, blast off with Pixar’s Elio (rated PG) as a young dreamer becomes Earth’s intergalactic ambassador in an out-of-this-world adventure. Then on March 20th, discover wonder with Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio (rated PG), a stunning reimagining of the classic tale about a wooden boy who comes to life. All ages are welcome for these magical afternoon screenings. See you at the movies!
Poirot’s Garden: Early Sowing
Join us on Friday, March 6 at 7:00 PM for Poirot’s Garden, where we will explore the quintessential retirement hobby taken up by Agatha Christie’s famous detective—gardening! Retired or not, gardening is a popular pastime in our area, and with our short growing season, getting an early start makes all the difference. Jarod Gibbons from the University of Idaho County Extension Office will share expert tips on how to begin now for a bountiful harvest. Suitable for adults and teens, this event is perfect for anyone ready to cultivate their own garden!
Young League of Writers
Calling all teen writers ages 12-18! Join the Young League of Writers on Wednesdays, March 11 and 25 from 4:00-5:30 PM. March 11th we’ll be in the Community Room, March 25th find us in the activity room or the YA section. In the first half of each session, we’ll share our writing with each other 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, dedicated time for you 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!
Poirot’s Game: Mahjong
Join us for Poirot’s Game: Mahjong! On Tuesday, March 10 at 6:30 PM in the Community Room, patrons will have the chance to learn the classic tile game of mahjong. Once all the rage in the 1920s — right in the heart of Agatha Christie’s golden era — this beloved game is making a comeback. Whether you’re a complete beginner or just looking to brush up on the rules, come ready to play!
AsiaPop!
Thursday, March 12 @ 4:00-5:30 PM | Community Room | Ages 12-18
AsiaPop! is your passport to exploring Asian cultures! This month, we’re creating Asian-style decorative fans while exploring art influences from across Asia. Express your personal style with colors, patterns, and designs—no experience needed!
AsiaPop! Club is all about watching movies and shows, making crafts, trying delicious recipes, and learning traditions from across Asia while having fun and making friends.
Come ready to create, hang out, and enjoy the vibe!
Dungeons & Dragons
Roll for initiative! Join us for Teen Dungeons & Dragons on Friday, March 13 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!
Teen LEGO Club
Calling all brick magicians, block heads, and LEGO lovers ages 12-18! Join us Wednesday, March 18 from 4:00-5:30 PM in the Community Room for an afternoon of creative building with no rules—just imagination!
Build a massive cityscape, a fantasy world, a Minecraft scene, a roller coaster, or anything your mind dreams up. Bring your ideas and let’s create something awesome together!
Cook with a Book
Mystery, murder, and… éclairs? Join us for Cook with a Book on Thursday, March 26, from 4:00–5:30 PM in the Community Room as we explore Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd and make éclairs worthy of Poirot himself. No sign-up needed—just bring your appetite and love for a good mystery! Teens ages 12–18 welcome.
Dungeon Master Boot Camp
Calling all teen storytellers and strategists ages 13–18! Join us Friday, March 27 at 3:30 PM in the Community Room for an epic, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn to run awesome D&D games. Whether you’ve never DMed before or want to level up your skills, we’ll cover everything from building worlds and crafting NPCs to running combat and telling great stories. Get the tools, confidence, and practice you need to turn every campaign into a legendary quest!
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!
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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