Thanks to a partnership with the Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA), the public will have the opportunity to watch salmon eggs transform into alevin and fry in a 55-gallon aquarium at the Bellingham Public Library Children’s Department again in 2025. Once the salmon are ready, we’ll release them into Whatcom Creek. Please join us to … 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
As 2024 comes to a close, Bellingham Public Library is grateful to reflect on the year and celebrate many special moments shared with our community. Here is a look back at Bellingham Public Library 2024 Highlights. 2024 Library Service Highlights New Faces at the Library It takes a hard-working crew of folks to do all … Read more
The Fairhaven Branch of the Bellingham Public Library turns 120 in 2024. Located at 1117 12th St., the building was dedicated on Dec. 20, 1904. When constructed, it was heralded as a “magnificent monument to culture and education” by the Bellingham Reveille. Community Memories Ryan Hashagen, Owner and Founder, Icicle Industries “I am incredibly grateful … Read more
December programs for Bellingham Public Library include the new Youth Winter Craft Fair at Bellis Fair Mall on Dec. 8, a variety of youth programs during the holiday season, and numerous programs for adults. Special displays will feature the Best of the Library 2024 Staff Picks for all ages. All Library programs are free of … Read more
The Bellingham Public Library offers a full line-up of programs and events for all ages in November 2024. Special displays and reading recommendations from Library staff will feature Native American Heritage Month and Seasonal Fuzziness. Locations are noted below for each program, including the Central Library, the Bellis Fair Branch, the Fairhaven Library Branch, and … Read more
November is recognized nationally as Native American Heritage Month, a time to honor and celebrate the history, culture, and sovereignty of Indigenous peoples. At Bellingham Public Library we celebrate this heritage through our commitment to recognizing and supporting Indigenous voices. Our Library staff thoughtfully curates recommendations for reading, listening, and viewing across all ages, offering … Read more
At our lunch time book groups in December, we asked students at Kulshan Middle School, Shuksan Middle School, and Squalicum High School for the best books they read in 2024.
Of the over 150 titles mentioned, the middle grade books with multiple mentions include the books in this video: "Percy Jackson (all of them)", "Ranger`s Apprentice (all of them)", "Prisoner B-3087", "Warriors" graphic novels, "Heroes of Olympus (all of them)", and "Good Dog". Other top mentions included all the "Warriors" books, "The Wild Robot" series, and the "Wilderlore" series.
Visit any of our branches or the online catalog to request one (or all!) of these great books today!
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Salmon eggs are coming back to the Bellingham Public Library Children's Department! Please join us to welcome their arrival on January 21 at 4:00pm. ... See MoreSee Less
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