Events: 2025-2026 Bookmark Contest

2025-2026 Bookmark Contest is Open!

This is the 45th year for this contest and it is open to all Springfield youth in grades K-12 (or equivalent).

You can download the bilingual entry form here or pick up a copy at the library.

Entries are due at the library by closing time on January 6th. 

RULES

• Bookmark designs should fit our 2026 Summer Reading Theme, “Plant a Seed, Read”, or be about books, reading, and/or libraries.
• Your design must fit inside the box.
• Use ONLY colored pencils or markers. Please do not use crayons or other media.
• Your design must be your own, original work. 
• Bookmarks may be submitted in any SPL book drop or to SPL staff while the library is open. (wheremindsgrow.org for hours of operation) 
• One entry per person in grades K-12.

Winners may be presented to the Springfield City Council at the February City Council Meeting. Winners will receive an oversized print of their bookmark in addition to a stack of their bookmarks to share. 

Primary Contact: 
Abigail Craig, Youth Services Librarian
acraig@springfield-or.gov/541-726-2238