Building confidence in your child at a young age is crucial because it shapes how they see themselves and how they interact with the world. When a child learns confidence, they can see mistakes as learning opportunities rather than a reason to give up. As you read...

Storytime: C is for Counting

by Marybeth Isle | February 12, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

One, two, three, count with me. It’s as easy as can be! Teaching numbers at an early age can be great fun! Here are some effective ways to introduce numbers to your child: Everyday Activities Count objects around the house (toys, fruits, steps). Count fingers and toes...

Storytime: C is for Cupcake

by Marybeth Isle | February 6, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Pat-a-cake, pat-a-cake, baker’s man, bake me a cupcake as fast as you can! And don’t forget the sprinkles! For this Storytime, we had fun with the letter “C,” cupcakes, and cats. So, spend some time in the kitchen with your child baking some cupcakes and perhaps, read...

FEBRUARY Book Babies + Toddlers: “C” is for Counting

by Marybeth Isle | February 5, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

One, two, three, count with me. It’s as easy as can be! Teaching numbers at an early age can be great fun! Here are some fun ways to introduce numbers to your infant or toddler: 👶 0-1 Year (Introduction to Numbers) Talk & Count: Count fingers, toes, and everyday...

Storytime: S is for Snake

by Marybeth Isle | January 29, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Happy Lunar New Year! Did you know that dates of Lunar New Year will change each year with the moons, phases, and it is the most celebrated holiday in many Asian cultures. It’s a time for family gatherings, traditional foods, festivals, red envelopes filled with...

JANUARY Book Babies + Toddlers: S is for Soup

by Marybeth Isle | January 27, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

Making and eating soup can be a sensory explosion for you and your child, especially when you make it together. Look for ingredients with a variety of colors, textures, and scents, then talk about where they came from, or count the pieces you’ve cut. Here are some...

February Programs for Teens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | January 27, 2025 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

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...

February Programs for Adults

by Mary Kirkpatrick | January 27, 2025 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

Old School Poetry This 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...

Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | January 27, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

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 a dear friend or your favorite pizza. Drop your masterpiece into the submission box nearby if you'd...

Storytime: S is for Simon Says

by Marybeth Isle | January 23, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Let’s play a game! Not only are they fun, but games help children develop vital skills like problem solving, creativity, and memory. They can also boost physical health, develop social skills, and increase a child’s overall sense of well-being. Here are some indoor...

New Temporary Hours of Operation

by Rebekka Hanson | Apr 5, 2023 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 comments

New Temporary Hours of Operation

The library will be closed on Wednesday, November 11 for Veteran's Day. No items are due. Thank you.

Due to staffing shortages, we will be temporarily reducing our hours of operation starting

Thursday, April 13

Our new hours will be:

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

We hope to be able to return to our regular hours within a short period of time.

Thank you for your understanding.

Storytime: C is for Confidence

by Marybeth Isle | February 19, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Storytime: C is for Counting

by Marybeth Isle | February 12, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Storytime: C is for Cupcake

by Marybeth Isle | February 6, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

FEBRUARY Book Babies + Toddlers: “C” is for Counting

by Marybeth Isle | February 5, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

Storytime: S is for Snake

by Marybeth Isle | January 29, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

JANUARY Book Babies + Toddlers: S is for Soup

by Marybeth Isle | January 27, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

February Programs for Teens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | January 27, 2025 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

February Programs for Adults

by Mary Kirkpatrick | January 27, 2025 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

Old School Poetry This 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...

Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | January 27, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Storytime: S is for Simon Says

by Marybeth Isle | January 23, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Teen Activities November 1-15

by Abby Reeser | Oct 31, 2022 | Blog, Teen Zone | 0 comments

Teen Activities November 1-15

TEEN ACTION COUNCIL

Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans, and come up with ways for the library to help teens. Have a say in what happens at your library!

Wednesday, November 2nd, 4:00 pm
in the Community Room.

For ages 12-18.

YOUNG LEAGUE OF WRITERS – NaNoWriMo

Do you have a story mulling around in your mind that’s aching to find its way to a page or computer screen? Then join us for NaNoWriMo!

“National Novel Writing Month is a fun, empowering approach to creative writing. The challenge: draft an entire novel in just one month. For 30 wild, exciting, surprising days, you get to lock away your inner editor, let your imagination take over, and just create!”

The library will provide the prizes and incentives for every milestone you complete towards your final goal!

Join us for our first two write-ins!

Wednesdays, November 2nd & 9th, 5:30 pm
in the Community Room.

For ages 12+.

TEEN ANIME CLUB

We will also be watching the feature film BELLE (inspired by the story of Beauty and the Beast) that was released in 2021.

Thursday, November 3rd, 4:00 pm
in the Community Room.

For ages 12-18.

ADUL-TEEN 101 – COLLEGE ENTRANCE ESSAYS

What do colleges want to see?
How can you make your application stand out?
Learn the tips and tricks to snag that acceptance letter.

Wednesday, November 9th, 4:30 pm
in the Community Room.

For ages 12-18.

JOSI KILPACK AUTHOR TALK

Calling all romance readers! One of our favs, Josi Kilpack, will be joining us to talk about her newest book, The Valet’s Secret and do a Q&A with the audience! Come meet this best selling author here at our Library!

Ms. Kilpack will be participating in a book signing at the Rexburg Deseret Book later that evening.

Monday, November 14th, 12:00 pm
in the Community Room.

FAMILY FRIENDLY FILMS

Every other Friday a fun family movie will be showing at the library at 3:30 pm.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by someone 14 or older.

November 4th: Coco (2017; PG)

GAME & CHESS CLUB

Come learn the game of chess, plus other fun games!

Every Monday from 4:30-5:30 pm
in the Community Room.

No Game & Chess Club on October 31

For ages 9-18.

PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST

Help us celebrate our first 100 years by participating in our photography contest! Our theme is: “Capturing 100 years”. Submit an original photo and see if you win! All forms and rules are available below.

October 17th-December 10th

Ages 6+.

Forms and Rules

DISCORD SERVER

Join our Discord Server! Chat and get to know other teens in the area. The Server is monitored by Library Staff to ensure a fun and safe place for all.

Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | January 27, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

January Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | December 30, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Story TimeJanuary Story Time is serving up something soup-er! Book Babies (infants/babies not yet walking and their caregivers) meet Wednesdays at 9:30 AM with songs, stories, and sensory fun for our "Soup’s On!" theme. (Library Closed Jan. 1) Toddler Time (walking...

December 2024 Programs for All Ages

by Mary Kirkpatrick | November 27, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

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 Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | October 30, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Story TimeNovember Story Time is here, and our themes are “Duck, Duck, Goose!” for Book Babies and Toddler Time and the letter “G” for Story Time! Join us in the Community Room for songs, stories, and sensory activities perfect for each age group. Book Babies...

October Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | September 30, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Story TimeGallop into Story Time fun this October! Toddler Time (ages 10-23 months) on Mondays & Tuesdays at 9:30 AM and Book Babies (ages 0-9 months) on Wednesdays at 9:30 AM will both feature “Clippity-clop, on a horse and pony we’ll hop!” Note: there will be no...

September 2024 Activities for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | August 29, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Story TimeJoin us for Story Time fun at Madison Library District! Book Babies (0-9 months) Wednesdays at 9:30 AM in the Community Room September theme: "Feelings... Big and Small!" Toddler Time (10-23 months) Mondays and Tuesdays at 9:30 AM September theme:...

July 2024 Kids & Tween Activities

by Mary Kirkpatrick | June 27, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Summer Reading 2024Adventure 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 Kid & Tween Activities

by Mary Kirkpatrick | May 30, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Summer Reading 2024Adventure 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...

May Programs for All Ages

by Mary Kirkpatrick | April 24, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

Miss Wendy's Reading Tips & Tricks For ParentsAre you ready to make reading a fun adventure for your child this summer? Join us for Miss. Wendy's Reading Tips & Tricks for Parents class! Discover simple, game-like reading activities that will help strengthen...

Madison Library District 2022-2023 Statistics

by Mary Kirkpatrick | March 29, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

Teen Activities October 16-31

by Abby Reeser | Oct 16, 2022 | Blog, Teen Zone | 0 comments

Teen Activities October 16-31

PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST

October 17th – December 10th

Ages 6+

Forms and Rules

TEEN ANIME CLUB

Come hang out with us at our anime Cosplay Party! Come dressed as your favorite anime character (or webtoon/graphic novel character, we don’t discriminate) and take pictures in the photo booth! We’ll also be watching How to Keep a Mummy!

If you do come in Cosplay, please keep your costume appropriate for the Library. Cosplay is not required.

Thursday, October 20th, 4:30 pm
in the Community Room.

For ages 12-18.

LEGO @ YOUR LIBRARY

Do you love Legos? Join other kids and teens who love the ever popular bricks at Madison Library District’s LEGO club!

Tuesday, October 25th, 4:00 pm
in the Community Room.

For ages 6-18. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

YOUNG LEAGUE OF WRITERS

Come ready to discuss your favorite character arc from the novel Ender’s Game. We want to hear your own character arcs as well!

Wednesday, October 26th, 4:00 pm
in the Community Room.

For ages 12-18.

TEEN DUNGEONS & DRAGONS

Brave the quest and join other teens on epic adventures!

Friday, October 28th, 3:30-5:30 pm
in the Community Room.

For ages 12-18.

GAME & CHESS CLUB

Game and Chess Club is cancelled on Monday, October 31 for Halloween.

FAMILY FRIENDLY FILMS

Every other Friday a fun family movie will be showing at the library at 3:30 pm.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by someone 14 or older.

October 7th: Cars (2006; G)
October 21st: Monsters, Inc. (2001; G)

DISCORD SERVER

Join our Discord Server! Chat and get to know other teens in the area. The Server is monitored by Library Staff to ensure a fun and safe place for all.

Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | January 27, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

January Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | December 30, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

December 2024 Programs for All Ages

by Mary Kirkpatrick | November 27, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

November Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | October 30, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

October Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | September 30, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

September 2024 Activities for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | August 29, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

July 2024 Kids & Tween Activities

by Mary Kirkpatrick | June 27, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

June 2024 Kid & Tween Activities

by Mary Kirkpatrick | May 30, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Summer Reading 2024Adventure 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...

May Programs for All Ages

by Mary Kirkpatrick | April 24, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

Madison Library District 2022-2023 Statistics

by Mary Kirkpatrick | March 29, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

Teen Activities October 1st-15th

by Abby Reeser | Oct 1, 2022 | Blog, Teen Zone | 0 comments

Teen Activities October 1st-15th

TEEN ACTION COUNCIL

Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans, and come up with ways for the library to help teens. Have a say in what happens at your library!

Wednesday, October 5th, 4:00 pm
in the Community Room.

For ages 12-18.

TEEN CRAFT – HARRY POTTER

The new term has begun at Hogwarts and it’s time to prepare for our TeenTober party! Stop by Ollivander’s to craft your very own wand before being sorted into your houses and making notebooks. Lastly, make a quilled pen to take notes in all your classes (Snape, we’re looking at you).

Thursday, October 6th, 4:30 pm
in the Community Room.

For ages 12-18.

ADULTEEN 101 – YOU HAD ME AT “RAMEN”

Come learn the ways of the ramen noodle. We’ll be learning all the different ways to make and eat instant ramen so that budget-friendly staple stays fresh and exciting!

Wednesday, October 12th, 4:30 pm
in the Community Room.

For ages 12-18.

TEENTOBER PARTY

The new term has started at Hogwarts and this is your opportunity to join your classes and battle for the coveted House Cup. There will be five classes through which you may earn points for your house: herbology, potions, divination, charms, and quidditch. After your classes you’ll meet together in the Great Hall to enjoy butterbeer and pumpkin pasties during the awarding of the Cup.

Friday, October 14th, 7:00 pm
in the Community Room.

For ages 12-18.

GAME & CHESS CLUB

Come learn the game of chess, plus other fun games!

Every Monday from 4:30-5:30 pm
in the Community Room.

No Game & Chess Club on October 31

For ages 9-18.

FAMILY FRIENDLY FILMS

Every other Friday a fun family movie will be showing at the library at 3:30 pm.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by someone 14 or older.

October 7th: Cars (2006; G)
October 21st: Monsters, Inc. (2001; G)

DISCORD SERVER

Join our Discord Server! Chat and get to know other teens in the area. The Server is monitored by Library Staff to ensure a fun and safe place for all.

Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | January 27, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

January Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | December 30, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

December 2024 Programs for All Ages

by Mary Kirkpatrick | November 27, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

November Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | October 30, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

October Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | September 30, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

September 2024 Activities for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | August 29, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

July 2024 Kids & Tween Activities

by Mary Kirkpatrick | June 27, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

June 2024 Kid & Tween Activities

by Mary Kirkpatrick | May 30, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Summer Reading 2024Adventure 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...

May Programs for All Ages

by Mary Kirkpatrick | April 24, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

Madison Library District 2022-2023 Statistics

by Mary Kirkpatrick | March 29, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

Teen Activities September 16th-30th

by Abby Reeser | Sep 15, 2022 | Blog, Teen Zone | 0 comments

Teen Activities September 16th-30th

LEGO @ YOUR LIBRARY

Do you love Legos? Join other kids who love the ever popular bricks at Madison Library District’s LEGO club!

Tuesday, September 27th, 4:00 pm
in the Community Room.

For ages 6-18. Kids under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

YOUNG LEAGUE OF WRITERS

Come discuss the works you’ve been writing! We’ll be discusing more in depth about character arcs and pulling some examples from the raddest 90s authors, like J.K. Rowling, Patricia C. Wrede, Louis Sachar, Gail Carson Levine, and Tamora Pierce.

Read a book by one of them before you come!

Wednesday, September 28th, 4:00 pm
in the Community Room.

For ages 12-18.

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS

Brave the quest and join other teens on epic adventures!

Fridays, September 9th and 23rd, 3:30-5:30 pm
in the Community Room.

GAME & CHESS CLUB

Come learn the game of chess, plus other fun games!

Every Monday from 4:30-5:30 pm
in the Community Room.

For ages 9-18.

FAMILY FRIENDLY FILMS

Every other Friday a fun family movie will be showing at the library at 4:00 pm.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by someone 14 or older.

September 2nd: Babe (1995; G)
September 16th: Iron Giant (1999; PG)
September 30th: Anastasia (1997; G)

DISCORD SERVER

Join our Discord Server! Chat and get to know other teens in the area. The Server is monitored by Library Staff to ensure a fun and safe place for all.

Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | January 27, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

January Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | December 30, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

December 2024 Programs for All Ages

by Mary Kirkpatrick | November 27, 2024 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

November Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | October 30, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

October Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | September 30, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

September 2024 Activities for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | August 29, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

July 2024 Kids & Tween Activities

by Mary Kirkpatrick | June 27, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

June 2024 Kid & Tween Activities

by Mary Kirkpatrick | May 30, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Summer Reading 2024Adventure 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...