ALL AGES TEEN Open to those in grades 6 - 12. CHILDRENS Winter Reading Challenge! *Hamilton the Musical Speaker Learn about the musical Hamilton, from idea to stage. Open to adults & teens. Tuesday, February 17 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM *Teen Horror Writing Workshop Turn scary ideas into stories as Librarian Roxana guides you through horror writing. Monday, February 2 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM *Melted Chocolate Madness Is everything better with chocolate? Dip sweet and savory foods into different chocolates. Wednesday, February 18 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM *Ohio Aviators (Homeschool Program) Learn about Ohio aviators from the early 1900s to present in aviation's birthplace. Wednesday, February 4 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Homeschool children *Kindergarten Readiness Storytime Prepare your child for kindergarten with this hands-on storytime. Saturday, February 14 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Ages 3-5 Kids Game Club Embark on epic adventures through tabletop RPGs and Pokemon card fun. Saturday, February 14 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Grades K-5 *Snow Day! Join us for snow themed crafts, snacks, science, and activities. No jackets needed! Wednesday, February 18 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Grades K-5 Children’s Art Lab Drop in to get creative! Each month, we will choose a different project or art medium. Saturday, February 21 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM | Grade K-5 *Kids Foodie Club Join us at the Library to learn basic kitchen skills and make tasty treats! Thursday, February 19 1:00 PM or 4:30 PM | Ages 6-11 *Register for this program at https://events.barbertonlibrary.org/calendar or scan the QR code* Teen Short Story Writing Contest Teen writers, check this out! Write a short story in any genre based on one of our prompts for the chance to win a gift card from a local business. Rules: Entries must be between 2,000-5,000 words. The short story must be typed, handwritten entries will not be accepted. Participants must be within grades 6-12 to enter. Submissions must be sent as a PDF to our Teen Librarian at sarah.granville@barbertonlibrary.org. The subject line for your submission must be ‘Writing Contest’ and you must include your full name and phone number. The short story must follow one of the following prompts. Prompt One: Write a story about a person who becomes famous overnight. What are they famous for? How are the other people in their life affected? Do they stay famous? Prompt Two: Write a short story about an abandoned amusement park. Why did it close? What kind of attractions are still there? Why does your character go there? Submit your short stories! January 1 - February 28 Our Winter Reading Challenge is here, and it's open to ALL ages. Read books, complete fun activities, and earn prizes along the way! ´ Challenge Period: January 1 - February 28 Open to: All ages - the whole family can participate! à Sign up: By scanning the QR Code or grab a paper log at the library! How to Win: ✅ Complete 5 books/activities = Prize 1 ✅ Complete 10 books/activities = Prize 2 ✅ Complete 15 books/activities = Prize 3 ✅ Complete 20 books/activities = Prize 4 + Grand Prize entry ✅ Complete 30 books/activities = Extra Grand Prize entry Reading challenges, activities, and prizes are tailored to different age categories, so everyone gets an experience perfect for them! Join the fun! January 1 - February 28 Online registration begins on December 22 Friends of the Library Book Sale Find great reads at even better prices! Shop the Friends of the Library book sale. Cash or check only. Saturday, February 28 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM WINTER 2025/26 EDITION - DECEMBER, JANUARY, & FEBRUARY
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