Bellingham Public Library presents the following programs for adults and children in November 2023. Locations are noted for each program, including the Central Library, the Bellis Fair Branch, the Fairhaven Library Branch and online. For more information see BellinghamPublicLibrary.org. All programs are free of charge. Adult Programs Library Basics Tech Coaching* Wednesdays, November 1, 8, 15, … Read more
November is recognized nationally as Native American Heritage Month. As it does every month, Bellingham Public Library honors the heritage and sovereignty of all Indigenous peoples, throughout our community, our continent and our world. Our Library staff listens to the voices of Indigenous Storytellers, and provides thoughtful reading, listening and watching recommendations for adults, teens … Read more
Bellingham Public Library presents the following programs for adults and children in October 2023. Locations are noted for each program, including the Central Library, the Bellis Fair Branch, the Fairhaven Library Branch and online. For more information see BellinghamPublicLibrary.org. All programs are free of charge. Adult Programs Opportunity Council: Community Resource Connections Tuesdays, October 3, 17, … Read more
National Hispanic Heritage Month is annually celebrated from September 15 to October 15 in the United States. Bellingham Public Library staff will celebrate with in-house displays, readings lists, and staff recommendations. We hope you join us in recognizing the contributions and influence of people with Latin American heritage to the history, culture, and achievements of … Read more
Bellingham Public Library presents the following programs for adults and children in September 2023. Locations are noted for each program, including the Central Library, the Bellis Fair Branch, the Fairhaven Library Branch and online. For more information see BellinghamPublicLibrary.org. All programs are free of charge. Adult Programs Ideal Option Substance Use Disorder Info Fridays, September 1, … Read more
Bellingham Public Library presents the following programs for adults and children in August 2023. Locations are noted for each program, including the Central Library, Bellis Fair Mall, other offsite locations and online. For more information see BellinghamPublicLibrary.org. All programs are free of charge Adult Programs All Hands Whatcom: An Evening with Sam Quinones Tuesday, August 1, … Read more
The Bellingham Public Library Board of Trustees seeks candidates to fill a vacancy on the board. Pending City Council approval, the successful candidate will serve a partial term ending February 12, 2028. A first review of applications will begin September 5, 2023 for applications received by 4 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 1. The Board of … Read more
More than 100 local kids are spending their vacation days making craft items to sell at two Children’s Craft Fairs hosted by Bellingham Public Library this summer. The community is invited to support these young entrepreneurs by attending the festive events on Friday, July 28, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm outside the Central Library in … Read more
To encourage local dialogue on the topic of fentanyl, meth and opioid use, Bellingham Public Library is partnering with All Hands Whatcom on multiple free events, and circulating numerous print copies of The Least of Us: True Tales of America and Hope in the Time of Fentanyl and Meth by author Sam Quinones.. Author Event … Read more
Summer is here, the sun is shining, the kids are out of school and the library has all the books you could possibly want for leisurely reading! We’ve got great lists and recommendations to get you started, and don’t forget to visit us in person to browse our “Beach Reads” displays in July and grab … Read more