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2026 Spring Fling Adult Reading Challenge

Welcome to our first Spring Fling Reading Challenge for Adults!  To participate, just check out the list of activities and reading prompts we've created for the program.  By completing 10 of these challenges, you will earn the 2026 Spring Fling badge, and be entered into a prize drawing!  We will choose three gift card winners in a random drawing that will take place the first week of April. 

Please keep in mind: 

  • The books you choose should be at a reading level appropriate to Adults or Young Adults.
  • Completing the challenges may involve sending us brief reviews of books read or a photo of the activity.  These submissions may be used in future BPL materials such as social media posts or promotions. 
  • While we would love to use your submissions in BPL social media posts or other materials, but we also understand if you would prefer us not to share. If you do not want your submissions shared, please let us know by sending us an email to refdesk@billingsmt.gov.  This email should include both your name and the username that you use to sign into Readsquared, and will cover all of your submissions for the 2026 Spring Fling Challenge. 


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200 Pts
Adult SR 2025 Special Mission - The Colors of Billings!

Our yearly online scavenger hunt for Adult Summer Reading celebrates creativity in the Magic City.  Your mission is to complete our activity list by attending community events, finding local landmarks, or creating some art of your own. Then tell us about it!  Each activity is worth 20 points towards your Summer Reading goals. 

Completing 10 activities in this mission will earn a badge AND 200 extra points to spend for chances at our Grand Prizes. 



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Kids Challenge Week 1 - Roar, Roar Dinosaur. Let's Read!

Take part in the Mission Challenge.  When you complete each Activity you will receive 20 points. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points!



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Kids Challenge Week 2 - Dig Into a New Book!

Take part in the Mission Challenge.  When you complete each Activity you will receive 20 points. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points!



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Kids Challenge Week 3 - Digging For Treasure in a Good Book!

Take part in the Mission Challenge.  When you complete each Activity you will receive 20 points. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points!



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Kids Challenge Week 4 - Nailed It.

Take part in the Mission Challenge.  When you complete each Activity you will receive 20 points. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points!



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Kids Challenge Week 5 - Burrow Into a Good Book

Take part in the Mission Challenge.  When you complete each Activity you will receive 20 points. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points!



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Kids Challenge Week 6 - Hunt for the Story

Take part in the Mission Challenge.  When you complete each Activity you will receive 20 points. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points!



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Kids Challenge Week 7 - Investigate a Good Book

Take part in the Mission Challenge.  When you complete each Activity you will receive 20 points. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points!



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Pre-Readers Challenge Week 1 - Roar, Roar Dinosaur. Let's Read!

Take part in the Mission Challenge.  When you complete each Activity you will receive 20 points. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points!



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Pre-Readers Challenge Week 2 - Dig Into a New Book!

Take part in the Mission Challenge.  When you complete each Activity you will receive 20 points. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points!



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Pre-Readers Challenge Week 3 - Digging for Treasure

Take part in the Mission Challenge.  When you complete each Activity you will receive 20 points. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points!



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Pre-Readers Challenge Week 4 - Nailed It!

Take part in the Mission Challenge.  When you complete each Activity you will receive 20 points. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points!



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Pre-Readers Challenge Week 5 - Burrow Into A Good Book

Take part in the Mission Challenge.  When you complete each Activity you will receive 20 points. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points!



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Pre-Readers Challenge Week 6 - Hunt for the Story

Take part in the Mission Challenge. When you complete each Activity you will receive 20 points. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points!



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Pre-Readers Challenge Week 7 - Investigate a Good Book

Take part in the Mission Challenge.  When you complete each Activity you will receive 20 points. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points!



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100 Pts
Teen Challenge Week 1: Color Our World

This is your invitation to make the world brighter! Through creativity, kindness, and curiosity, add your unique color to the community around you. Read, create, and connect in ways that make a difference.

Completing each activity will earn you 10 points each. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points! Completing the whole mission will also earn you a small prize. This prize can be picked up in the CO+LAB (located on the 2nd floor) during our open hours:

  • Tues & Thur: 1:00-5:00pm
  • Wed & Fri: 1:30-5:30pm
  • Sat: 9:00-1:00pm


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100 Pts
Teen Challenge Week 2: Red Flags

This week is all about awareness. Explore books, conversations, and activities that help identify what feels right—and what doesn’t. Learn how to spot red flags, stand up for yourself and others, and make informed choices in friendships, media, and more.

Completing each activity will earn you 10 points each. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points! Completing the whole mission will also earn you a small prize. This prize can be picked up in the CO+LAB (located on the 2nd floor) during our open hours:

  • Tues & Thur: 1:00-5:00pm
  • Wed & Fri: 1:30-5:30pm
  • Sat: 9:00-1:00pm


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100 Pts
Teen Challenge Week 3: Orange You Glad It’s Summer

Celebrate everything that makes summer awesome! Whether you’re heading outside, hanging with friends, or diving into a new hobby, this week is all about fun, adventure, and making the most of the sunshine season.

Completing each activity will earn you 10 points each. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points! Completing the whole mission will also earn you a small prize. This prize can be picked up in the CO+LAB (located on the 2nd floor) during our open hours:

  • Tues & Thur: 1:00-5:00pm
  • Wed & Fri: 1:30-5:30pm
  • Sat: 9:00-1:00pm


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100 Pts
Teen Challenge Week 4: Golden Hour

Slow down and take a moment to reflect. This week is focused on personal growth, mindfulness, and being present. Discover what makes you shine, inside and out, and take steps toward becoming your best self.


Completing each activity will earn you 10 points each. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points! Completing the whole mission will also earn you a small prize. This prize can be picked up in the CO+LAB (located on the 2nd floor) during our open hours:

  • Tues & Thur: 1:00-5:00pm
  • Wed & Fri: 1:30-5:30pm
  • Sat: 9:00-1:00pm


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100 Pts
Teen Challenge Week 5: Going Green

Explore ways to care for the planet and live more sustainably. Whether it’s through creative reuse, learning about nature, or giving back to your community, this week is about making green choices that matter.

Completing each activity will earn you 10 points each. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points! Completing the whole mission will also earn you a small prize. This prize can be picked up in the CO+LAB (located on the 2nd floor) during our open hours:

  • Tues & Thur: 1:00-5:00pm
  • Wed & Fri: 1:30-5:30pm
  • Sat: 9:00-1:00pm


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100 Pts
Teen Challenge Week 6: Out of the Blue

Expect the unexpected! This week encourages random acts of kindness, spontaneous creativity, and surprising ways to brighten someone’s day. You never know what joy might pop up when you follow your curiosity.

Completing each activity will earn you 10 points each. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points! Completing the whole mission will also earn you a small prize. This prize can be picked up in the CO+LAB (located on the 2nd floor) during our open hours:

  • Tues & Thur: 1:00-5:00pm
  • Wed & Fri: 1:30-5:30pm
  • Sat: 9:00-1:00pm


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100 Pts
Teen Challenge Week 7: Purple Peaks

Get out and explore! Whether you're climbing mountains or just discovering new places in your neighborhood, this week is all about outdoor adventure, new challenges, and pushing yourself to new heights.

Completing each activity will earn you 10 points each. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points! Completing the whole mission will also earn you a small prize. This prize can be picked up in the CO+LAB (located on the 2nd floor) during our open hours:

  • Tues & Thur: 1:00-5:00pm
  • Wed & Fri: 1:30-5:30pm
  • Sat: 9:00-1:00pm


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100 Pts
Teen Challenge Week 8: Pink Pony Club

Find your safe space, your soundtrack, and your spark. This week is a celebration of music, creativity, and the places—real or imagined—where you can be fully yourself. Let your weird, wild, wonderful self shine.

Completing each activity will earn you 10 points each. You do not have to finish all Activities in the Mission, but if you complete all 10 Activities you will receive a badge for finishing the whole Mission and receive an extra 100 points! Completing the whole mission will also earn you a small prize. This prize can be picked up in the CO+LAB (located on the 2nd floor) during our open hours:

  • Tues & Thur: 1:00-5:00pm
  • Wed & Fri: 1:30-5:30pm
  • Sat: 9:00-1:00pm


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