The Bellingham Public Library and the Whatcom Literacy Council invite people who cannot afford computer classes to sign-up for Basic Computer Skills classes on Tuesday mornings from 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., May 6 – June 10, 2025. The classes will be held in the Lecture Room located on the ground floor of the Central … Read more
May is national Jewish American Heritage Month, celebrating “the more than 350-year history of Jewish contributions to American culture.” Bellingham Public Library will honor the heritage of our Jewish American community members with displays of books, materials and staff recommendations at the Central Library in May. Jewish American Book Recommendations for Adults See also this … Read more
Programs at multiple Bellingham Public Library locations in May 2025 include Meet-A-Truck events for kids in partnership with Public Works, a Learning Together Forum, Mental Health Awareness Month info, the Friends of the Library May Book Sale, Smart Trips workshops on bicycle transportation topics, and much more. The Library will also celebrate Asian, Pacific Islander, and … Read more
The Bellingham Public Library celebrates Asian, Pacific Islander and Desi American (APIDA) Month with books, films and more that feature APIDA authors, characters, and experiences. Library staff have great recommendations and lists to get you started. Included in APIDA Month celebrations are people from all of the countries located on the Asian continent, India, and … Read more
Programs at multiple Bellingham Public Library locations in April 2025 include fun Spring Break activities for children of all ages, Smart Trips Workshops on bicycle transportation topics, a Learning Together Forum about Life on Land, Dementia 101 Workshops, Narcan Training and much more. The Library will also celebrate National Arab American Heritage Month with special displays and … Read more
April is National Arab American Heritage Month, honoring the contributions of Arab Americans and recognizing Arab culture. The Bellingham Public Library offers a wide-ranging assortment of materials, including books, music, films, and digital resources that highlight the lives and experiences of Arab Americans. Specific recommendations from Library staff for adults, teens and children encourage everyone … Read more
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