Throughout September, Bellingham Public Library will celebrate Hispanic and Latino heritage with book displays, reading lists, and staff recommendations, as well as opportunities to hear personal stories. Please join us in recognizing the contributions and influence of people with Latin American heritage to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. Enacted into federal … Read more
Book sale, storytimes, learning opportunities.
Civic Engagement Programs and Information at the Library
Children’s Craft Fair, stories in the parks, crafting for adults and more.
Science Fiction invites us to explore themes of outer space and extraterrestrial life, alternate realities, time travel, advanced technology, and the near and faraway future, while fantasy offers us a glimpse into worlds of magic and mystery; those dreamlike places inhabited by impossible creatures where enchanting spells and sorcery abound. Both genres include stories that … Read more
Outdoor fun in local parks and summer activities for all ages.
Disability Pride Month recognizes the value of all humans, while honoring ability diversity and inclusion. It is celebrated annually in the U.S. in July to commemorate the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act on July 26, 1990. Bellingham Public Library celebrates with books and materials about Ability Diversity and Disability Pride highlighted at all … Read more
We hold this truth to be self-evident, that the freedom to read and think freely is a fundamentally American right upheld by the public library. In recognition of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Bellingham Public Library has gathered reading and viewing recommendations exploring a range of perspectives and is hosting a book … Read more
In June the Bellingham Public Library kicks off Summer Reading for all ages, as well as a variety of fun and informative summertime programs. Special highlights include Dog Days at the Fairhaven Library and Backyard Boogie: Books & Beats for kids, as well as The Joy of Typing Snail Mail and Library Card Night at … Read more
