Mattapoisett Free Public Library offers a variety of programs for children and teens in the final days of February
As the month of February begins to wind down, the fun continues at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library for children and teens.
Storytots continues on Thursday at 10:30 am. Bring your little ones for short stories and songs. No registration required.
Our monthly graphic novel book club for kids is meeting on February 17 at 3:15 pm to discuss Anti/Hero with its author, Kate Karyus Quinn. Snacks will be served. Registration required as space is limited.
If you haven’t signed your child up for the Quahog Book Awards, there is still time. This program is for readers in 3rd through 6th grade and runs from January 25 until May 1. The Quahog Award Winner will be declared at our celebratory pizza party in May. Readers are encouraged to sign up, select their books from one of four groups, and read, read, read. Registration ends March 8. For additional information, please visit the library’s website. May the best book win.
Registered participants of the Quahog Book Award program are invited to attend a Craft Night at the library on February 23 at 6:00 pm. Children must be registered participants to attend. Stop by the library for more information.
The final session of Dungeons and Dragons for our young adult patrons is on Saturday, February 19 at 1 pm. Join the adventurers as they make their way through the weeds to see if they can figure out the secrets of the sunless citadel. New players always welcome. Registration required. Recommended for ages 12 and up.
Teen Jeopardy Night is taking place on Tuesday, February 22 at 6 pm. Teens will be challenged in categories such as Movies, Music, Sustainability and more. All participants win, but the ultimate prize goes to the final Jeopardy winner. No registration is required.
Bow Seat Awareness Programs presents The Funny Thing about Climate Change on February 24 at 3 pm on Zoom. At this very special event, learn about the Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Programs and how they are inspiring today’s youth to use their words, art and ingenuity to combat one of today’s greatest issues, climate change. Bow Seat’s Program Manager Eric Carstens joins us to discuss the power of creative communication, find inspiration from young artists worldwide, discuss examples of comedic climate communication and write collaborative poetry. He will also discuss their annual arts contest. Recommended for ages 11 and up. Please register by February 21.
Teens, don’t forget to participate in our Winter Reading Program. You could win a $50 gift card. The program runs from January 15 to March 26. Patrons are welcome to participate on Beanstack or in paper form. Contact Michelle Skaar at mskaar@sailsinc.org with any questions.