flash fiction contest
Central Library
Wednesday, February 1 – Tuesday, February 28
Open Hours & Online | Ages 12-19
Can you tell your tale in 500 words or less? Our Flash Fiction contest is open to all teens. Between Feb 1-28th, submit a short story of 500 words or less to our flash fiction contest. You can write on any subject you like, but if you need inspiration a list of prompts are available for you on our website! We will choose 2 winners in early March.
Teens can submit up to 3 stories. Submit stories in person at the Central Branch Teen Desk, by email at shodge-wetherbe@springfieldlibrary.org, or through Google docs linking to that same address. Contact Sarah Hodge-Wetherbe at 413-263-6828 X425 with any questions, or email her at the address above.
Blind Date with a book
Central Library – Rotunda
Wednesday, February 1 – Tuesday, February 28
Open Hours | Teens
Unsure what to read next? Check out the display in the 2nd floor rotunda! You’ll find bags with “personal ads” from the books inside. Read the descriptions, and choose one of our book blind dates. Check it out at circulation, and you’ll enjoy a book and a treat with a very lovable person- yourself!
make a sweet sugar scrub for your sweetie
Indian Orchard Branch
Saturday, February 11 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Ages 11-18 | Register
Make a sweet sugar body scrub for your sweetie. We will use all natural ingredients to make sure it is as healthy as possible. At the Indian Orchard branch. Preregistration is strongly encouraged. You can preregister online or by calling 413-263-6846.
valentine’s day swap meet
Central Library
Tuesday, February 14 | 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Ages 12-19
It’s Valentine’s day, and what better way to show love to the planet and yourself than with a swap meet! Join us in the teen room, and bring some gently used items you don’t need anymore. Books, comics, clothes, anything you want to trade. Swap with other teens to bring home treats for yourself. It’s the perfect way to make sure your items go to a new home, while you find treasures of your own! We’ll provide Valentine’s Day Treats for all swappers!
pine cone bird feeders
Brightwood Branch
Wednesday, February 15 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Ages 6-18
Enjoy the beauty of birds by making a pine cone bird feeder! By using pine-cones, peanut butter and seeds, you will have birds flocking to your home in no time!
relive your childhood
East Springfield Branch
Wednesday, February 15 | 3:00 PM-7:00 PM | All Ages
Stop by anytime between 3-7 to take a trip down memory lane with some fun activities like finger painting, play-dough, Legos, puzzles, coloring, games, and snacks to relive childhood fun. All ages are welcome, but adults are very much encouraged to participate and join in on the fun!
a celebration of black comics!
Central Library
Saturday, February 18 | 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM | Ages 12-19
Celebrate Black History Month with this shout-out to black characters and creators that add so much to nerd culture. We’ll feature activities, media, and more that highlight the best of black comics. Come dressed as your favorite characters, and enter to win our cosplay contest! Snacks will be provided!
no-bake dog treats
Sixteen Acres Branch, East Springfield Branch
Thursday, February 23 | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM | All Ages
February 23rd is International Dog Biscuit Appreciation Day and we are celebrating by whipping up a batch of homemade, no-bake dog treats! Come by and make a batch of your own.
super Soap Making Symposium
East Forest Park Branch – Community Room
Saturday, February 25 | 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM | Ages 16+
Come learn the science and process behind soap making, leave with your own tray of homemade soap! Kristie Valenze will walk participants through the saponification process and how to create basic bars of soap in this hands on program. Safety goggles and gloves provided, but feel free to bring your own.
