September 2024 Activities for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by | Aug 29, 2024 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 comments

Story Time

Join 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: “Feelings… Big and Small!”
  • Note: No Toddler Time on September 2 (Labor Day)

Story Time (2-5 years old)

  • English: Tuesdays at 10:30 AM & 6:30 PM, Wednesdays at 10:30 AM
  • Español: lunes a las 10:30 AM
  • September theme: The letter “F” / Tema de septiembre: La letra “F”

Come explore stories, songs, and activities designed to inspire a love of reading! Meet us in the Community Room, and remember, all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Chess & Game Club

Learn 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 & Game Club on Sept. 2, Labor Day.

Kid ‘n’ Tween Tuesday STEAM

September is packed with exciting adventures at the Library for Kids ‘n’ Tweens! Every Tuesday from 4-5 PM, ages 6-11 and their grown-ups can dive into creative challenges and scientific wonders in our Community Room. Check out what’s in store:

9/3: Kick off with a DIY Newton’s Cradle—get ready to see momentum in action!

9/10: Build something wild in our Compound Word LEGO Challenge—how about a “horseradish” or a “butterfly”?

9/17: Join Cheryl Kimber from Idaho Public Television and PBS Kids for an optical illusion adventure you won’t forget!

9/24: It’s MEGAfig time! Let’s create giant versions of our favorite LEGO minifigs.

10/01: Wrap it up with CD magic rainbows and craft a spinner that dazzles!

Mark your calendars and get ready to create, explore, and have a blast!

Family Friendly Films

Looking for a fun way to kick off your weekend? Join us on Friday, September 6 at 3:30 PM in the Community Room for a screening of IF (rated PG)! This new favorite is all set to be enjoyed on the big screen. It’s the perfect way to spend an afternoon with family and friends!

Important Notes:

  • All ages welcome!
  • Children under 12 must be accompanied by someone 14 or older.
  • Parents, please pre-screen the movie to ensure it’s right for your child.

Don’t miss out on this fun-filled movie experience!

Books for Boys and Great Reads for Girls Fall Kick-off!

Join us on Thursday, September 12 at 6:30 PM in the Community Room for the Fall Kick-off of Great Reads for Girls and Books for Boys!

For ages 8-11 and their accompanying adults, this exciting evening will unveil the books you’ll be diving into this season. Plus, you’ll get to:

  • Craft your own bookworm bookmark
  • Receive your official lanyard
  • Collect the first button of the season (you’ll earn more with each book you read!)

Don’t miss out on this fun-filled start to a fantastic season of reading adventures! For book club reminders, sign up here

Closed for Labor Day

The Library will be closed Saturday, August 31 – Monday, Sept. 2 for Labor Day. No items are due when the Library is closed. Thank you!

September Adult Events

Take a Break Book ClubTake a Break and join our adult book club on Sept. 21 at 6:30 PM! Ages 18+ will meet in the Community Room to discuss Jane Austen’s classic, Sense and Sensibility. Adult MakersFriday, September 15 is Adult Makers! We will be making noodles from...

September Kids & Tween Events

Story TimeJoin Miss Gina, Grace, and Marybeth for Preschool Story Time, Toddler Time, and Book Babies! For September, we will have fun with the letter F and farm animals! Preschool Story Time is for ages 2-5 and meets Tuesdays at 10:30 AM and 6:30 PM or Wednesdays at...

September Teen Events

Hauntings - Library Teen Virtual ConventionTeens are invited to join the annual Library Teen Virtual Convention! Inspired by all our favorite ghost stories, spooky folklore, and mysterious cryptids, this year's theme is HAUNTINGS! The Convention is hosted on Discord...

July Teen Activities

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July Adult Activities

INDEPENDENCE DAY CLOSURE The Library will be closed Tuesday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. No items will be due but the book drop will remain open. Thank you! "ALL TOGETHER NOW" BLOCK PARTY This is the Block Party everyone will be talking about this...

July Kid & Tween Activities

CHESS AND GAME CLUB Learn the art of chess and other games from the master of fun and strategy, Nick Allison. Game supplies will be provided. Every Monday from 4:30-5:30 P.M. in the Community Room For ages 9-184TH OF JULY CLOSURE The Library will be closed Tuesday,...

June Kids and Tween Activities

SPECIAL STORY TIME Join us for a special story time with local author Ruth Nielson! She is the author and illustrator of I Am Remarkable: A Journey of Self-Discovery. Ruth will lead our little ones in a yoga session, so please bring a towel or mat for your child to...

June Adult Activities

CREATIVE WRITING CLUB Share your writing with other storytelling enthusiasts or join to make friends! Join the Creative Writing Club for ages 18+. We will share your favorite piece of writing and talk about why writing is our passion. Wednesdays, June 14 & 28 at...

Library Closed for Labor Day

The library will be closed Saturday September 3rd and Monday September 5th for Labor Day. No items will be due and the book drop will remain open. Thank you!

August Library Activities

TEEN ACTION COUNCILWednesday, August 3rd. 4-5:30pm.  For ages 12-18. Come and have a say in what activities Teens do at the Library and meet new friends. NO PROGRAMS IN AUGUST To reset from Summer Reading and to accomodate our new infrastruture updates, there will be...

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