Pictured above are Bellingham Mayor Kim Lund and 2024 Whatcom READS author Sasha taqʷšəblu LaPointe. Women are trailblazers, visionaries, politicians, activists, artists, authors, doctors, sports figures, and much more. Their stories reflect the challenges they’ve faced throughout history, as well as their achievements and contributions. As we celebrate National Women’s History Month in March, Bellingham … Read more
Programs at Bellingham Public Library in March 2025 include a special presentation from the City of Bellingham’s Environmental Coordinator on Fish Passage Restoration in Bellingham, and a community release party for the salmon fry that are currently being raised at the Central Library. The Library will also celebrate Women’s History Month in March with special … Read more
Special programs at Bellingham Public Library in February 2025 include the return of Learning Together Forums, a new series of Basic Computer Skills classes for adults, and a full calendar of Children’s Storytimes. The Library will also honor Black History Month in February with special displays featuring a variety of books, films and music that elevate … Read more
In April and May 2025, Bellingham Public Library is partnering with WWU’s Sustainability Engagement Institute and the Center for Community Learning to bring back another round of the popular Learning Together Forums. These events bring our community together to talk about sustainability. All are welcome. Share your hopes and challenges related to creating a more sustainable region and meet … Read more
Black History Month was founded by Carter G. Woodson in 1926 to recognize the achievements and experiences of Black lives throughout America. The annual celebration occurs in February to include the birthdays of both Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass, both of whom shaped Black freedom in the United States. Bellingham Public Library honors Black History … Read more
Bellingham Public Library is partnering with the Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA), to hatch salmon eggs in a 55-gallon aquarium in the Bellingham Public Library Children’s Department again in 2025. The public can watch the salmon eggs transform into alevin and fry via a livestream provided by BTV, or in-person at the Central Library Children’s … Read more
The Bellingham Public Library and the Whatcom Literacy Council invite people who cannot afford computer classes to sign-up for new Basic Computer Skills classes on Tuesday mornings from 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Feb. 4 – Mar. 25, 2025. The classes will be held in the small Conference Room located on the ground floor of … Read more
Belonging and connection are at the heart Bellingham Public Library’s mission to serve our local community. The materials in the Library’s vast collection tell diverse stories from around the globe, yet the personal stories of our local neighbors are the bridges that unite us to each other and the world. This ongoing digital storytelling project … Read more
Bring the Light is the January 2025 theme at Bellingham Public Library. Special programs for adults include “Songs from the Heart: Concert, Story and Interactive Demonstration with Flutist Peter Ali” on Sat., Jan. 4. Children’s programs include activities for winter break, and a new season of Storytimes beginning Jan. 13. All Library programs are free … Read more
While there is much to look forward to in the dawning of a new year, winter is also a season of darkness and hibernation. So, during the month of January, Bellingham Public Library is shining a spotlight on uplifting, light, and happy materials that will boost well-being and provide inspiration for new hobbies during a … Read more
For National Women`s History Month, Library
Looking for something fun to do with the kids this weekend? We suggest checking out the Bellingham Children's Film Festival 2025 at the Pickford Film Center on March 29 and 30, and then take a stroll over to the Bellingham Public Library to visit us and grab some books (and maybe even some more Children's films!) to take home. ... See MoreSee Less
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