November 2023 Bellingham Public Library Programs and Events

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*

The Library offers one-on-one coaching on basic tech skills and accessing digital services. *Patrons must register for a half hour session by contacting the Help Desk at 360-778-7323. 

Little Looms

Hands on weaving with fiber arts projects for library patrons of all ages. Members of the Whatcom Weavers Guild will bring projects to demonstrate as well as allowing the community to drop in for some hands on experience.

NW Regional Council Outreach Specialists Onsite

Drop in and talk to NWRC Outreach Specialists about how to become an in-home caregiver for low-income adults and, other services they provide.  

Bellingham NaNoWriMo Write-in

During National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) participants attempt to write an entire novel (50,000 words) in 30 days. Join Lorena Lytle in the Library’s Skillshare space each Monday in November to share successes, tips, tricks and encouragement. This is an all-ages program, open to new and returning writers. The official website is nanowrimo.org. 

Experience Brain Fitness

Experience Brain Fitness: Keeping your brain fit by learning new skills, exercising your memories and challenging your brain to adapt and change can help delay or prevent the onset of memory challenges. Come get your brain loose and limber with fun brain training games and exercises led by Certified Brain Fitness Trainer Dawn Anderson. Adults of all ages welcome.

Household Emergency Preparedness

An overview of local hazards, fundamentals of emergency preparedness, starting a 2-week kit, preparing in a year, creating your household plan, and more.

Library Closed for Veterans Day

Friday and Saturday, Nov. 10 and 11

Opportunity Council: Community Resource Connections

Opportunity Council staff will be available to provide information, referrals, and assistance on community services like housing, food assistance, basic needs, and more. 

Drop-In Home Item Repair Workshop

Drop in and work with skilled volunteers to learn how to repair your broken household items.

Street Law

Ask questions and get assistance in one-on-one consultations with volunteer lawyers. Appointments are limited to 15 minutes, and registration is required. *Please contact LAW Advocates at 360-671-6079, ext 16 or www.lawadvocates.org to sign up.

Library Board Meeting

Library Board of Trustee Meetings are held monthly on the third Tuesday.

Library Closed for Thanksgiving

Thursday and Friday, Nov. 23 and 24

Bellingham Reads Book Group*

Tuesday, November 28, 6:30 – 7:30pm ONLINE

Bellingham Reads is the Library’s book discussion group for adults. The title for November is Small World by Jonathan Evison. *Contact Suzanne at scarlson-randini@cob.org or 360-778-7236 to register and receive the Zoom link for the online meeting.

Map Your Neighborhood

Learn to create a neighborhood emergency plan in case of a natural disaster or major event.

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Children’s and Teen Programs

Little Storytime @ the Bellis Fair Branch

For children ages birth – 3 with an adult partner. Simple stories, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Preschool Storytime @ the Bellis Fair Branch

For children ages 3 – 5 with an adult partner. Fun and engaging stories, songs, fingerplays, and movement. 

Preschool Storytime

For children ages 3 – 5 with an adult partner. Fun and engaging stories, songs, fingerplays, and movement. 

Time for Tales

For children ages 5 – 9 with families welcome. Enjoy fun stories and songs.

Financial Literacy with WECU

Thursday, November 2

5:00 – 5:45 pm

Lecture Room, Central Library

For youth ages 10 – 13. Join WECU for a youth financial literacy program that will cover financial basics – saving, borrowing, spending, and financial planning for the future!

Stories and Play

For children ages 3 – 5. A storytime and facilitated play experience for young children and their caregivers.

Sunday Crafternoon for Middle and High School Grades*

Do you like crafting? How about crafts and snacks? Join us the first Sunday of each month in the Lecture Room at the Central Library where we’ll do a different craft each month. Sometimes we’ll have a guest artist! The program is free, and all materials are provided. *Pre-registration for each session is required. Register at bellinghampubliclibrary.org

Little Storytime

For children ages birth – 3 with an adult partner. Simple stories, songs, fingerplays, and movement

Builders Club @ the Fairhaven Branch

Wednesday, November 8, 3:30 – 5:30pm
Fireplace Room, Fairhaven Library 

For children ages 4 – 12. All supplies are provided, including Legos, straw connectors, and more!

Builders Club

Tuesday, November 14, 4:00 – 6:00pm
Lecture Room, Central Library 

For children ages 4 – 12. All supplies are provided, including Legos, straw connectors, and more!

Pajama Storytime

Wednesday, November 15, 6:15 – 6:45pm
Dodson Room, Central Library 

For children ages 3 – 8 with siblings and family. Join us with your favorite stuffy for a fun, cozy storytime with books, songs and felt activities. Wear your jammies (pajamas) if you’d like!

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Media Contact:

Annette Bagley, Head of Community Relations, Bellingham Public Library, ambagley@cob.org, 360-778-7206