Starting this week, branches of the North Olympic Library System are offering Backpack Buddies Kits to local youths.

This kid-friendly, take-and-make craft is recommended for children in grades 2 and above.

Youths can create and stitch their own plushie to clip onto their backpack using simple patterns and materials provided. Adult supervision may be required because of the use of a sewing needle; supplies and instructions are included.

Kits are available while supplies last.

This program is supported by the Friends of the Library.

Curbside library service is available 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

For more information about this and other library services, visit www.nols.org, email to discover@nols.org or call 360-417-8500.