• Read a Madison Choice Award Book.
• Sign-up for the MLD Teen Discord Channel & introduce yourself. Or make a comment on one of the channels if you are already on the server.
• Participate in a teen library event.
• Try out a new art medium.
• Test a new to you recipe.
• Make some “found” art.
• Submit a short story based on a single panel comic to the Teen Writer’s Contest by July 19, 2025.
• Read a book in a genre you don’t usually read.
• Create a fantastical drawing and post it on the MLD Teen Discord Channel.
• Discover a new board game with friends.

• Read a Madison Choice Award Book.
• Sign-up for the MLD Teen Discord Channel & introduce yourself. Or make a comment on one of the channels if you are already on the server.
• Participate in a teen library event.
• Read a book by a local author.
• Visit a museum in person or virtually.
• Take a hike on a local trail.
• Help beautify a park by picking up litter and garbage.
• Use sidewalk chalk to write encouraging words around your neighborhood.
• Make origami art for a friend or family member.
• Make a group or collaborative art project.

• Read a Madison Choice Award Book.
• Sign-up for the MLD Teen Discord Channel & introduce yourself. Or make a comment on one of the channels if you are already on the server.
• Participate in a teen library event.
• Go on a rainbow nature photo scavenger hunt.
• Go stargazing on a clear night.
• Have a movie marathon with friends or family.
• Trade songs with friends and family for the ultimate summer playlist.
• Build something with your hands.
• Learn a new magic trick or card trick.
• Create a short film.

Dungeons and Dragons for teens at the Madison Library District! 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. 

The game will consist of one, 1 to 2 hour session for first level characters. 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. As an added bonus, players will be able to gain perks for their characters by reading!

If you are interested in a grand adventure, want to meet new and old friends, and have epic fun, register by clicking the button below. 

Are you a writer whose dialogue shines with emotion, depth, and character? Or perhaps you’d like to try out a new medium of writing that can lead to a career for the stage or screen? Then submit a piece of your finest play writing to the Madison Library District “Adventures in Script” teen writer’s contest, and see how your play stacks up with other teens your age.

Requirements:

• Participants must be ages 12 – 18 to enter.
• Open to Madison Library District residents only.
• 4,500 word limit.
• Limit 1 play per person.
• No photos or illustrations.
• Work must be original, not previously published, and titled.
• Submissions that are deemed inappropriate, culturally inaccurate, or possess negative stereotypical characterization will be disqualified.

How to Submit:

• Email your original work as a Google Doc attachment to our programming team. This is the ONLY way to enter!
• Subject line must say: Adventures in Script Teen Writers Contest.
• Please include your name, age, and phone number in the email.

Deadline:

All entries must be received by Saturday, July 20th, 2024.
Winners will be announced on Friday, July 26th, 2024, at the Teen Summer Reading Final Party.

The First Prize winner’s entry will be performed by the Teen Action Council at the party!

Prizes:

ALL participants will receive a prize!

First prize – $30 Amazon gift card
Second prize – Fat Cats Date Pack ($60 value)
Third prize – Free Corsage and Boutonnière from Rexburg Floral ($38 value)for each paired author.

For helpful tips and tricks on playwriting, as well as a critique of your entry,
join us at Young League of Writers June 12th & July 10th at 4:00 pm.
BYUI Professor Janine Gilbert will be there to give us her expertise!

For Kids ages 6 – 8, Tweens ages 9 – 11, and Teens ages 12 – 18.
Anyone under the age of 12 needs to be accompanied by an adult.

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

For Tweens ages 9 – 11, and Teens ages 12 – 18. 

Learn the art of Chess and other games with the master of fun and strategy, Nick Allison!

Games and supplies will be provided.

Mancala Tournament!

Monday, July 1, at 4:30 pm

We wanted to do something a little different then usual and do an outside mancala game using squishy balls, buckets with water, and running around. It should be a lot of fun!

Spectators are welcome, so bring your family and friends!

Bring your friends and listen to music while you make an awesome art project to take home with you.

Join us and express your creativity!

JULY 11: Perler Bead Bookmarks

• Came join us in making bookmarks out of Perler beads.

JULY 18: Fairy Light Canvas Art

• We will be making unique light-up pieces of art that have a cool 3D effect.

JULY 25: Sea Shell Jewelry

• Come have fun with us as we use beads, shells and wire and other items to make unique and fun piece of jewelry.

EVENT CANCELLED DUE TO CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND OUR CONTROL

Come out and gaze at the stars!  We’ll have our big telescope set up, and Cathy Stanton, former Star Ranger, will be there to take you on a guided tour through the universe.

Don’t miss it!

The Madison Library District Teen Action Council will meet regularly to provide input for teen events and programs, give feedback about YA materials purchases, and provide suggestions for improvements for other aspects of the Library as it relates to teens. 

Would you like to share your writing with other teens your age or just make new friends? Join the Young League of Writers for ages 12-18. We will meet for an hour to share what we’ve all been working on and talk about what makes writing great. 

Teens ages 12-18 gather together to watch anime favorites, chat about manga, play Japanese card games, sketch your own manga portraits (markers and paper provided), and munch on yummy snacks!

For July:

• July 5: Adventures in Anime Arts and Crafts –For this activity, we’ll be making manga art, book marks, buttons, and magnets.
• July 19: Adventures with Anime Food, Snacks, and Treats – For this activity, we’ll be making mochi, candy sushi, and taiyaki. Yummy!

For tweens and teens ages 9-18.  Learn the art of Chess and other games with the master of fun and strategy, Nick Alison. 
Game supplies will be provided.

Mancala Tournament!

Monday, July 1, at 4:30 pm

We wanted to do something a little different then usual and do an outside mancala game using squishy balls, buckets with water, and running around. It should be a lot of fun!

Spectators are welcome, so bring your family and friends!

Then join us for our teen Cook with a Book in July when we will read Keeper of the Lost Cities by Shannon Messenger. We’ll also make Mallowmelt. It’s an Adventure in Cooking!

Film director Wes Anderson has a distinctive style that many attempt to mimic. A recent book, Accidentally Wes Anderson, shares views of the best efforts by professional photographers. If all those pros are having such a good time making Wes Anderson fakes, we thought it might be fun for our patrons to do so as well.

Take a look at the style hints found in the adult section display case and take a photo that you think is "Accidentally Wes Anderson," and we'll display them during the month of November.

TO ENTER:

Email your photo to our programming team or leave it at the Circulation Desk by November 1.
Please include your name, library card number, and phone number.

The three photos judged to be closest to Anderson's style will receive a copy of the book.