March 2026 Programs and Events at the Bellingham Public Library
Activities for all ages, including children, teens and adults.
Bellingham Public Library Celebrates Women’s History Month in March
March 8, 2026 is the 115th anniversary of International Women’s Day. 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 Public Library offers a … Read more
February 2026 Programs and Events at the Bellingham Public Library
Bellingham Public Library honors Black History Month in February with book displays and recommendations for children, teens and adults. The Library also features salmon egg hatching, and the following variety of free programs for all ages throughout the month. Visit BellinghamPublicLibrary.org for more information about Library services and programs. All Bellingham Public Library locations will be closed … Read more
Bellingham Central Library Renovation Phase 2 Moves Forward with Design
Updates will create modern, accessible spaces for children and teens
Bellingham Public Library Honors Black History Month in February
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
January Programs and Events at Bellingham Public Library
Happy New Year! The Bellingham Public Library features special programs and events for children, teens and adults in January 2026.
Learn About Salmon at Bellingham Public Library
Bellingham Public Library is partnering with the Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA) to hatch chum salmon eggs in a 55-gallon aquarium in the Bellingham Public Library Children’s Department again in 2026. The eggs are here and you can watch the activity in the aquarium 24/7 on the Salmon Cam livestream (see link below)! Programs and … Read more
Books and Activities Celebrating Cats, Dogs, Plants and Pets!
Throughout the month of January 2026 Bellingham Public Library is celebrating all the ways in which plants and animals improve our lives, and the ways in which we can help them live THEIR best lives.
December 2025 Bellingham Public Library Programs and Events
Bellingham Public Library features special programs and events for children, teens and adults at multiple library branches in December 2025, featuring music, crafts, book groups, and learning opportunities. A full schedule of activities for all ages is listed below. All Bellingham Public Library activities are free of charge. Visit BellinghamPublicLibrary.org for more information about Library services and … Read more
Winter Reading Challenge
We think winter is the best time to cozy up with a good story so we’ve put together a reading challenge, just for adults! Join the Bellingham Public Library in celebrating your joy of reading (or listening) throughout the winter months. The Winter Reading Challenge will kick off on Tuesday, December 30 from 4:00 – … Read more
Throwback Thursday: Whatcom READS edition! Whatcom READS is a county-wide program that encourages everyone to read and discuss the same book and it's been around since 2009. Do you have a favorite Whatcom READS book and author from a previous year?
Pictured here are authors Ruth Ozeki (2016), Jonathan Evison (2017), Eowyn Ivey (2020), Esi Edugyan (online only 2021), Michael Christie (2022), Sasha taqʷšəblu LaPointe (2024) with Bellingham Mayor Kim Lund, and Erica Bauermeister with members of the Bushwick Book Club (2025).
This year's Whatcom READS author Javier Zamora will speak about his book "Solito" tomorrow night (Friday, March 13) at the Mount Baker Theatre. He will be joined in conversation with former Washington State poet laureate, Claudia Castro Luna. Bushwick Book Club Northwest will open the event with original music composed by local musicians and inspired by themes from "Solito". At the end of the event, Zamora will announce the Whatcom READS 2027 selection. Tickets to Friday's free in-person program have all been claimed, but you can sign up to watch the livestream at WhatcomReads.org through 4:00pm, March 13. ... See MoreSee Less
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