Teen Programs April 2026
Teen Programs April 2026
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, April 1 in the Community Room at 4 PM!
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. Every Monday 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.
Young League of Writers
Calling all teen writers ages 12–18! Join the Young League of Writers on Wednesdays, April 8 & 23 from 4:00–5:30 PM.
Both sessions will begin in the Community Room. In the first half, we’ll share our writing 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, with dedicated time to work on poetry, short stories, a novel, or anything in between.
On April 23, after the first 45 minutes in the Community Room, we’ll move out to the Activity Room or YA Section for the writing marathon portion of the evening.
This is your space to grow as a writer and connect with fellow storytellers. All writing levels welcome!
AsiaPop!
Teens ages 12–18, come explore Asian cultures through movies, crafts, food, and traditions — all while making friends and having a blast!
This month we’re turning up the energy with K-pop dance moves inspired by your favorite idols. No experience needed — just bring your enthusiasm! Afterward, we’ll celebrate with refreshing Milkis to toast your new moves.
Join us in the Community Room on Thursday, April 9 from 4:00–5:30 PM — drop in and we’ll see you there!
Dungeons & Dragons
Roll for initiative! Join us for Teen Dungeons & Dragons on Fridays, April 10 & 24 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, April 15 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!
Teen Crafts
Calling all teens ages 12–18! Drop in to the Community Room for Teen Crafts this April and get creative with some seriously fun projects!
Thursday, April 16 @ 4:00–5:30 PM — Sock Monkeys Turn a simple pair of socks into an adorable, one-of-a-kind handmade plush friend!
All supplies provided. No registration required — just show up and let your creativity shine!
Family Friendly Films
Grab your popcorn and join us for Free Family Films on Thursday, April 17 at 3:30 PM in the Community Room!
This month we’re heading to Zootopia for Zootopia 2 as we catch up with Judy Hopps, Nick Wilde, and the rest of the gang for another wild adventure in the city where anyone can be anything. All ages welcome!
See you at the movies!
Cook with a Book
Noodles, nightmares, and a little bit of magic. Join us for Cook with a Book on Wednesday, April 23 from 4:00–5:30 PM in the Community Room as we dive into Brandon Sanderson’s Yumi and the Nightmare Painter and make noodles inspired by the story!
No sign-up needed — just bring your appetite and your love of a good fantasy! Teens ages 12–18 welcome.
National Library Week Rubber Ducky Diorama Contest
Celebrate National Library Week 2026 (April 19–25) with us by creating an original rubber ducky diorama inspired by this year’s theme, “Find Your Joy at the Library!” Imagine your favorite library moment — a beloved book, a cozy storytime, a lively book club — and bring it to life in miniature with rubber duckies as the stars.
Submit your entry at the Library by April 15 — winners will be announced April 20! Pick up the full rules and an entry form at the Circulation Desk, or find everything you need on our website. We can’t wait to see your creativity come to life!
Idaho Teen Reading Challenge
One month left to complete the challenge! Read 8 books from 10 exciting categories including:
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- food
- something that scares you
- mythology
- something you love
- nonhuman main characters
- librarian recommendations
- graphic novels
- historical settings
- books from the bottom shelf
- or free choice!
Prizes: Read for a chance to win new books for your library and a $30 gift card!
How to Join: Sign up at Madison Library District’s Children’s Reference desk, on Beanstack, or at your school library.
Ready to discover your next favorite book? Ask your librarian how to get started!
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!
