Teen Zone

For Those Ages 12 to 18

We have a variety of regular events that happen every month. We also host contests, parties and other special activities throughout the year. Scroll down for more resources just for our teen patrons.

All Events

in the Community Room

We have how-to videos from previous crafts on our YouTube channel.

Our Madison Library YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoNNivDJ_0aeQsKNbqRFrkA

Our Madison Library Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Madisonlib.org/

Virtual Teen Zone Discord Hangout

A message board for teens to talk about books, anime, writing, and Dungeons & Dragons.

Click here to sign up!

Don't Forget Our Free

Family Friendly Films

Fridays at 3:30 pm in the Community Room

April 18: Moana 2 (PG)
May 2: Dog Man (PG)

Parents, please pre-screen movies for appropriateness for your family.

Children under 12 MUST be accompanied by someone age 14 or older.

Activities & Events Blog

Get details for all our events. Join us for friendship and fun!

April Teen Programs

by Mary Kirkpatrick | Apr 12, 2025 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone

Teen Action CouncilThe Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans and come up with ways for the Library to serve teens. Ages 13-18 are invited to join us Wednesday, April 2 in the Community Room at 4 PM!Teen CraftsGet crafty at Teen Crafts on Thursday, April 3, from...

March Programs for Teens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | Feb 28, 2025 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone

Chess & Game ClubLearn the art of chess and other games with the master of fun and strategy, Nick Allison. Tweens and teens ages 9-18 are welcome to join every Monday from 4:30-5:30 PM in the Community Room. Game supplies will be provided.Teen Action CouncilThe...

February Programs for Teens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | Jan 27, 2025 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone

Old School PoetryThis February, let love take center stage! Stop by our special collections area to type out a heartfelt poem on our vintage typewriter—whether it’s for your soulmate, a dear friend, or your favorite pizza. Drop your masterpiece into the submission box...

January Programs for Teens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | Dec 30, 2024 | Blog, Teen Zone

Chess & Game ClubLearn the art of chess and other games with the master of fun and strategy, Nick Allison. Tweens and teens ages 9-18 are welcome to join every Monday* from 4:30-5:30 PM in the Community Room. Game supplies will be provided. *There will be no Chess...

December 2024 Programs for All Ages

by Mary Kirkpatrick | Nov 27, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene

Winter Safe DrivingFirst time driving on snowy winter roads? Madison Library District is partnering with the Idaho Department of Transportation and the Idaho State Police to keep you safe this winter! Learn strategies to stay on the road, deal with slipping and...

November Programs for Teens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | Oct 30, 2024 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone

Family Friendly FilmsLooking for a fun movie afternoon on the big screen? Join us for Free Family Friendly Films on Fridays at 3:30 PM in the Community Room! We’ve got new releases and beloved classics lined up: Nov. 1: The Garfield Movie (PG) Nov. 15: Despicable Me...

October Programs for Teens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | Sep 30, 2024 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone

Teen Action CouncilHave a say in what goes on at the Library for teens! Ages 13-18 are welcome to join us Wednesday, Oct. 2nd at 4 PM in the Community Room to voice their input. Manga and Animation Art ClubCalling all teens ages 12-18 who love art and anime! Join our...

September 2024 Teen Activities

by Mary Kirkpatrick | Aug 29, 2024 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone

Teen Action CouncilHave a say in what goes on at the Library for teens! Ages 13-18 are welcome to join us Wednesday, Sept. 4th at 4 PM in the Community Room to voice their input. Manga and Animation Art ClubCalling all teens ages 12-18 who love art and anime! Join our...

July 2024 Teen Activities

by Mary Kirkpatrick | Jun 27, 2024 | Blog, Teen Zone

Summer ReadingAdventure Begins at Your Library with Summer Reading 2024! This annual program is designed for all ages to read every day, participate in special Library programs, and keep smashing our reading goals! The second prizes for every level will be...

June 2024 Teen Activities

by Mary Kirkpatrick | May 30, 2024 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone

Summer ReadingAdventure Begins at Your Library with Summer Reading 2024! This annual program is designed for all ages to read every day, participate in special Library programs, and stay active all summer long! Sign-ups begin on Monday, June 3rd, either online or at...

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Teen Events

	April 2025
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		1 National Library Week 2025 "Drawn to the Library" Cartoon & Comic Strip Contest National Library Week 2025 "Drawn to the Library" Cartoon & Comic Strip Contest March 24, 2025 - April 2, 2025 from Celebrate National Library Week 2025 with this year's theme, "Drawn to the Library!" Create an original single frame cartoon OR a multi-frame comic strip and bring it to the Library! Get the full rules, paper for your cartoon/comic, and an entry form at the Circulation Desk, or on our website! See more details •	2 National Library Week 2025 "Drawn to the Library" Cartoon & Comic Strip Contest National Library Week 2025 "Drawn to the Library" Cartoon & Comic Strip Contest March 24, 2025 - April 2, 2025 from Celebrate National Library Week 2025 with this year's theme, "Drawn to the Library!" Create an original single frame cartoon OR a multi-frame comic strip and bring it to the Library! Get the full rules, paper for your cartoon/comic, and an entry form at the Circulation Desk, or on our website! See more details Teen Action Council Teen Action Council April 2, 2025 from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Select participants plan library activities for teens ages 12-18. See more details • •	3 Teen Craft ages 12-18 Teen Craft ages 12-18 April 3, 2025 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. For this activity, we will make a tin box craft with matching magnets! See more details •	4	5 Closed for Building Maintenance Closed for Building Maintenance April 5, 2025 See more details •
6 National Library Week: "Drawn to the Library!" National Library Week: "Drawn to the Library!" April 6, 2025 - April 12, 2025 from See more details •	7 National Library Week: "Drawn to the Library!" National Library Week: "Drawn to the Library!" April 6, 2025 - April 12, 2025 from See more details Game and Chess Club Game and Chess Club April 7, 2025 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. See more details • •	8 National Library Week: "Drawn to the Library!" National Library Week: "Drawn to the Library!" April 6, 2025 - April 12, 2025 from See more details •	9 National Library Week: "Drawn to the Library!" National Library Week: "Drawn to the Library!" April 6, 2025 - April 12, 2025 from See more details Young League of Writers Young League of Writers April 9, 2025 from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Join the Young League of Writers (Ages 12-18) Do you want to share your writing with other teens or simply make new friends? Join the Young League of Writers for a fun and creative 1.5-hour meeting where we’ll share what we've been working on and discuss what makes writing great. Sign up for notifications! In this session, we’ll dive into the popular storytelling archetype, the Hero’s Journey, and explore how it can improve your writing. For more information, visit: www.madisonlib.org/teen-zone See more details • •	10 National Library Week: "Drawn to the Library!" National Library Week: "Drawn to the Library!" April 6, 2025 - April 12, 2025 from See more details Teen Drawing & Animation Art Club Teen Drawing & Animation Art Club April 10, 2025 from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Anime & Drawing Art Club (Ages 12-18) Bring your drawings and animation art to share with other teens while learning new techniques from experienced artists. No application required—just bring your art and join us! In this session, we’ll also share ideas for the Summer Reading Comic Art Contest. For more information, email Caitlin at caitlin.m@madisonlib.org. See more details • •	11 National Library Week: "Drawn to the Library!" National Library Week: "Drawn to the Library!" April 6, 2025 - April 12, 2025 from See more details Teen Dungeons & Dragons Teen Dungeons & Dragons April 11, 2025 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; check calendar for scheduled dates. 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/ See more details • •	12 National Library Week: "Drawn to the Library!" National Library Week: "Drawn to the Library!" April 6, 2025 - April 12, 2025 from See more details Teen DnD Dungeon Master Boot Camp Teen DnD Dungeon Master Boot Camp April 12, 2025 from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Teens ages 13-18! Join us for a fun and interactive session on How to Create a Dungeons & Dragons Campaign. Learn how to structure your campaign, guide its progression, and set realistic expectations as an aspiring Dungeon Master. We encourage all Dungeon Masters to bring an outline or idea for a campaign they'd like to run. Together, we'll refine each world, explore different storytelling elements, and even do a small role-play session to test and improve campaign ideas. Come ready to brainstorm, collaborate, and bring your adventures to life! See more details • •
13	14 Game and Chess Club Game and Chess Club April 14, 2025 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. See more details •	15	16 Teen LEGO club Teen LEGO club April 16, 2025 from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm For teens ages 12-18. Are you a brick magician, "block" head or looney for LEGOs? Join other teens who love the ever popular bricks at Madison Library District's Teen LEGO club! For this activity, we will we will create and design 3D Easter eggs! See more details •	17 Teen Anime Club Teen Anime Club April 17, 2025 from 4:00 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 Fluffy Paradise! Email Gina @ gina.m@madisonlib.org for more information. See more details •	18 Free Family Friendly Films Free Family Friendly Films April 18, 2025 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+. See more details •	19
20	21 Game and Chess Club Game and Chess Club April 21, 2025 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. See more details •	22	23	24 Cook with a Book Cook with a Book April 24, 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 Blueberry Scones from The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Barnes. See more details •	25 Teen Dungeons & Dragons Teen Dungeons & Dragons April 25, 2025 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; check calendar for scheduled dates. 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/ See more details •	26
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Resources for Teens

Homework Help

Websites and databases just for teens! Use these to help you with homework and other research projects.

LiLi Databases

Khan Academy

eBooks & eAudios

Regular Hours of Operation

Monday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Tuesday - Wednesday: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Thursday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Sunday: CLOSED

Closures in 2025

January 1 – New Year’s Day
January 20 – Martin Luther King, Jr., Day
February 17 – Presidents Day
March 28 – Staff Development Day
April 5 – Building Maintenance
May 24-26 – Memorial Day
June 19 – Juneteenth
July 4 – Independence Day
August 30-September 1 – Labor Day
September 19 – Staff Development Day
October 4 – Building Maintenance
October 31 – Open from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
November 11 – Veterans Day
November 26 – Closing at 5:00 pm
November 27-29 – Thanksgiving
December 24-26 – Christmas
December 31 – New Year’s Eve
January 1, 2026 – New Year’s Day

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We are located on Center Street, just north of Main Street, by the Historic Rexburg Tabernacle.

Contact Us

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Teen Zone

For Those Ages 12 to 18

All Events

in the Community Room

Virtual Teen Zone Discord Hangout

Click here to sign up!

Don't Forget Our Free

Family Friendly Films

Fridays at 3:30 pm in the Community Room

Children under 12 MUST be accompanied by someone age 14 or older.

Activities & Events Blog

April Teen Programs

March Programs for Teens

February Programs for Teens

January Programs for Teens

December 2024 Programs for All Ages

November Programs for Teens

October Programs for Teens

September 2024 Teen Activities

July 2024 Teen Activities

June 2024 Teen Activities

Find all our posts in the Teen Blog

Teen Events

April 2025

Resources for Teens

Homework Help

Regular Hours of Operation

Closures in 2025

Address

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Teen Zone

For Those Ages 12 to 18

All Events

in the Community Room

Virtual Teen Zone Discord Hangout

Click here to sign up!

Idaho Teen Reading Challenge

October 1 through April 30

for those ages 12 to 18

Chess and Game Club

Every Monday at 4:30 pm

Teen Action Council

First Wednesday at 4:00 pm

Teen Crafts

First Thursday at 4:30 pm

Teen LEGO Club

Third Wednesday at 4:30 pm

Young League of Writers

Second Wednesday at 4:00 pm

Teen Anime Club

Third Thursday at 4:00 pm

Drawing and Animation Art Club

Second Thursday at 4:30 pm

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Second and Fourth Friday at 3:30 pm

Cook with a Book

Fourth Thursday at 4:00 pm

Junior Armchair Traveler Challenge

Apprentice Artist Edition

Armchair Traveler Challenge

Apprentice Artist Edition

Young Adult Collections

Books, Graphic Novels, Speedy Reader Kits and More!

Don't Forget Our Free

Family Friendly Films

Fridays at 3:30 pm in the Community Room

Children under 12 MUST be accompanied by someone age 14 or older.

Activities & Events Blog

Find all our posts in the Teen Blog

Teen Events

April 2025

Resources for Teens

Homework Help

Regular Hours of Operation

Closures in 2025

Address

Contact Us

Madison Library District

About us

Board of Trustees

Library Staff

Library Policies

Employment

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