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. 

Schedule a one on one recording session in the CO+LAB sound booth and share a memory, experience, or personal story from life in Billings. No recording experience is needed, and participants will be guided through the process by a librarian. With your permission, recordings may be preserved through StoryCorps at the Library of Congress.

Welcome to the CO+LAB at the Billings Public Library! CO+LAB is the Billings Public Library's makerspace, where you can learn new skills, use creative technology, and work on your own projects. Before using CO+LAB equipment independently, you'll need to complete this introductory course. CO+LAB 101 covers the basics of using the space, including safety, policies, and what to expect when working with our equipment. Once you've completed CO+LAB 101, you can take the equipment-specific certifications you need for the tools you'd like to use. Let's get started!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

Every story starts somewhere. This week, dig into new books, unexpected adventures, and the stories hiding all around you.

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

Every great adventure has unexpected detours. Take a side quest this week to explore something new!

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

The past is full of forgotten stories waiting to be uncovered!

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

Treasure can be hidden anywhere — in books, hobbies, memories, music, or unexpected discoveries. This week is all about finding gems you didn’t know existed.

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

Every community has its own legends, stories, and unforgettable places. This week is about exploring local culture, history, people, and myths.

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

Some discoveries happen inside yourself. This week is about reflection, identity, growth, and uncovering what makes you who you are.

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

This week is about stepping outside your comfort zone and discovering the unexpected!

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

Your experiences, ideas, and creativity matter. This week is about reflecting, creating, and sharing your own story in whatever way feels true to you.

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