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
The chum salmon fry that came to the Bellingham Public Library Children’s Department as eggs on January 12, 2026 have been released into Whatcom Creek to begin their new life in the wild! Thank you to everyone who made this program possible: Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association, City of Bellingham Public Works, the Friends of the … 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
A listing of all the December 2025 Bellingham Public Library programs and events
Winter Reading Challenge
Information about the Bellingham Public Library’s Winter Reading Challenge for adults
Bellingham Public Library 2025 Highlights
Bellingham Public Library 2025 highlights and special events
Bellingham Public Library Provides Conversation Starters
Bellingham Public Library provides a number of ideas for getting conversations started.
Bellingham Public Library Celebrates Native American Heritage Month in November
Bellingham Public Library celebrates Native American Heritage Month in November with displays of books and reading recommendations from library staff.
November 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 November 2025, including a Stuffy Sleepover for children on Nov. 18, and a Book Club Social for adults on Nov. 15. The Library will also honor Native American Heritage Month with displays of materials, book lists, and … Read more
Library to close on Sundays beginning December 14, 2025
Dear Library Community, I want to share an important update about our library hours and the steps we’re taking to ensure our services remain strong and sustainable. Beginning Sunday, December 14, pending final adoption of the 2026 City of Bellingham budget, all Bellingham Public Library locations will be closed on Sundays. This decision was not … Read more