Kid ‘n’ Tween Activities February 2026
Story Time and Early Literacy
Join us this February for Early Literacy Programs as we explore a snowy theme!
Toddler Time (Ages 1-3, walking toddlers & grown-ups) – Mondays and Tuesdays at 9:30 AM in the Community Room. Enjoy songs, stories, and sensory building activities together as we explore SNOW!
Book Babies (Ages 0-12 months, pre-walkers & grown-ups) – Wednesdays at 9:30 AM in the Community Room. Explore songs, stories, baby sign language, movement, and sensory activities with our SNOW theme!
Story Time (ages 3-5) – Tuesdays at 10:30 AM & 6:30 PM and Wednesdays at 10:30 AM in the Community Room & Activity Room. Celebrate the Winter Olympics and the letter S!
Feb. 3-4: Snow & the Winter Olympics
Feb. 10-11: Sledding
Feb. 17-18: Skiing
Feb. 24-25: Skating
Spanish Story Time (Hora Del Cuento) – Los lunes a las 10:30 a.m. en la sala comunitaria.: February 2 (nieve/snow), February 9 (paseo en trineo/sledding), and February 23 (patinaje/skating). No hora del cuento en español el 16 de febrero – La biblioteca estará cerrada.
Bundle up and join us for early literacy fun!
Please note: The Library will be closed Monday, February 16 for Presidents’ Day. There will be no Toddler Time or Spanish Story Time that day.
Chess and Game Club
Unplug and connect at Chess and Game Club! Join us on Mondays, February 2, 9, and 23 from 4:00-5:30 PM for an afternoon of fun and friendly competition. Whether you’re a chess master or have never moved a pawn, we’ll have chess sets ready for players of all abilities, plus a rotating selection of board games and card games. It’s the perfect place to hang out, meet new people, and discover your new favorite game. No experience needed—just bring your competitive spirit and a desire to have fun. Open to everyone ages 9-18.
*The Library will be closed Monday, Feb. 16 – No Chess & Game Club that day.
Kid ‘n’ Tween Tuesday STEAM
Get ready for Kid ‘n Tween Tuesday STEAM! Kids ages 6-11 are invited to explore, create, and discover every Tuesday in February from 4:00-5:00 PM in the Community Room. On February 3rd, learn about service animals with Jamie Pyrde and make pet blankets for a local animal shelter. February 10th brings a LEGO Winter Olympic Village Challenge—build your own snowy sports paradise! On February 17th, join Cheryl Kimber from Idaho PTV & PBS Kids to create pop-up greeting cards. Then on February 24th, compete in the LEGO Longest Train Challenge and see how far your creation can go! Each week offers a new hands-on adventure in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. See you there!
Family Friendly Films
Grab your popcorn and join us for Free Family Friendly Films on Fridays at 3:30 PM in the Community Room! This February, we’re celebrating winter with two cool classics. On February 6th, watch Snow Buddies (rated G) as the adorable puppies take on the Alaskan wilderness in a heartwarming adventure. Then on February 20th, feel the rhythm with Cool Runnings (rated PG), the inspiring true story of Jamaica’s first bobsled team at the Winter Olympics. All ages are welcome for these cozy afternoon screenings. See you at the movies!
Great Reads for Girls
Join us for Great Reads for Girls on Thursday, February 12 from 6:30-7:30 PM in the Community Room. This month we’re reading You Throw Like a Girl by Rachele Alpine. We’ll discuss the book, bling out baseball caps with sparkles and embellishments, and enjoy a popcorn bar! Whether you’re a bookworm, a crafter, or just looking for a fun evening with friends, this is the perfect combo of reading, creating, and snacking. See you there!
Books for Boys
Join us for Books for Boys on Thursday, February 19 from 6:30-7:30 PM in the Community Room. This month we’re diving into Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer—a thrilling adventure about a criminal mastermind, fairies, and high-tech heists. We’ll discuss the book, craft acorn necklaces inspired by fairy magic, and enjoy green cupcakes and gold coins for a treat fit for Artemis himself. Whether you love fantasy, action, or just a good story with snacks and crafts, this is the place to be. See you there!
On the Same Page 2026
It’s time to put on your detective hat! We’re challenging our community to guess this year’s On the Same Page selection before the grand reveal on February 20th.
Think you know what book we’ve chosen? Here’s how to play:
- Access weekly clues on our website or on our social media
- Submit your best guess
- The first person to correctly identify the book will win an exclusive prize!
Whether you’re a mystery buff, a literary scholar, or just love a good guessing game, this is your chance to show off your book knowledge. New clues drop every Friday, so check back often to sharpen your sleuthing skills.
Mark your calendars for Thursday, February 20th when we’ll reveal the 2026 Community Read and kick off a month of exciting mystery-themed events in March.
Will you be the first to crack the case? Start guessing today!
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 Interns 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 Intern Prize. Sign up at the Circulation desk and grab your Artifact Journal to get started!
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