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.
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
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
As 2025 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 2025 Highlights. 2025 Library Service Highlights Community Outreach Events In 2025, BPL staff could be found out and about at all … Read more
The mission of the Bellingham Public Library is Connecting Our Community with Each Other and the World. One of the best ways to do that is through shared experiences that get a good conversation going. Whether you’re part of a book club, or just want to discuss a book, or want to start a regular … 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
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
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
Spooky season is upon us and the Bellingham Public Library staff are once again serving up a bubbling cauldron full of horror story recommendations for all ages. In an article titled “Why do we enjoy horror?” Associate Professor Haiyang Yang, a behavioral scientist at Johns Hopkins Carey Business School, explains that “stimulation is one of … Read more
Bellingham Public Library features special programs and events for children, teens and adults at multiple library branches in October 2025. The Library continues to honor national Hispanic Heritage Month through October 15 with displays of materials, book lists, and staff recommendations. A full schedule of activities is listed below. All Bellingham Public Library activities are free of … Read more