“The act of reading outside of your experience increases empathy. It broadens our understanding of humanity and our ideas about who we are and about what we can be.” – Jesmyn Ward, author of Salvage the Bones and Sing, Unburied, Sing Many of us experience lifelong challenges that impact, and yet often enrich, our lives. … 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
Bellingham Public Library presents the following programs for adults and children in July 2023. Locations are noted for each program, including the Central Library, Bellis Fair Mall, Fairhaven Park and online. For more information see BellinghamPublicLibrary.org. All programs are free of charge. Adult & Teen Programs Library Basics Tech Coaching Wednesdays, July 5, 12, 19, 26, … Read more
The Bellingham Public Library celebrates LGBTQ+ Pride in June. As always, our staff have great recommendations to get you started. Books for Adults From biographies and memoirs to fiction written by LGBTQ authors or featuring LGBTQ characters, you can look forward to some great reading this month! Library staff are happy to help you find … Read more
Bellingham Public Library presents the following programs for adults and children in June 2023. Locations are noted for each program, including the Central Library, Bellis Fair Mall, and online. For more information see BellinghamPublicLibrary.org. All programs are free of charge. Adult & Teen Programs Free Digital Resources with Goodwill Connect Thursdays, June 1, 8, 15, 22, … Read more
It’s time for Summer Reading! Bellingham Public Library invites community members of all ages to participate in its Summer Reading program June 1 – Aug. 31, 2023. Special events include Library Card Night at the Bellingham Bells, Library Parties in the Park, and two Children’s Craft Fairs. The Library has prepared Summer Reading Activity Cards … Read more
Bellingham Public Library presents the following programs for adults and children in May 2023. Locations are noted for each program, including the Central Library, Bellis Fair Mall, and online. For more information see BellinghamPublicLibrary.org. All programs are free of charge. Adult Programs Household Emergency Preparedness Tuesday, May 2, 6:00 – 6:45 p.m.SkillShare Space, Bellingham Central Library … Read more