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No Dull Moments Book Club

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Central Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Feed your curiosity... Nonfiction is far from boring! Join us to explore fascinating true stories, eye-opening studies, and other thought-provoking reads on the third Thursday o...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Feed your curiosity...

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Elementary Ages" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Afternoon Family Storytime

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room) at Mt. Washington Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Games & Play
Age Group:
Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families
Event Details:

Today a reader, tomorrow a leader. –Margaret Fuller Storytime's not just for our youngest patrons! Help your older child grow a love for reading as we explore literacy through s...

Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Games & Play
Event Details:

Today a reader, tomorrow a leader. –Margaret Fuller

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fourth Monday Book Club

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room) at Mt. Washington Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Age Group:
Adults
Fourth Monday Book Club:

Now you have something to look forward to on Mondays... Book lovers unite on the 4th Monday of the month! Join us for a relaxing evening at the library to discuss our latest boo...

Event Details:

Please note, this book club is currently at capacity. Questions or interested in joining a waiting list? Call LaDonna at 543-7675 ext. 2552 or e-mail ladonna@bcplib.org. ...

Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Now you have something to look forward to on Mondays...

Book lovers unite on the 4th Monday of the month! Join us for a relaxing evening at the library to discuss our latest book selection chosen by the group. Each meetup will be a new experience and you never know what will happen—you might get to lead the discussion (but only if you want!), or a special guest might make an appearance!

BONUS ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:

  • Readers receive a copy of the book to keep!
  • Movie nights! If a movie adaptation of our selected titles exists, a film viewing will be scheduled a few days after our regular meeting.

Please note, this book club is currently at capacity. Questions or interested in joining a waiting list? Call LaDonna at 543-7675 ext.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Elementary Ages" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Bilingual Storytime

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Hillview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Early Childhood, ESL, Storytelling
Age Group:
Kids, Pre-K, Elementary Ages, Families
Event Details:

¡Bienvenido a la biblioteca! Experimenta la magia de Cuentacuentos Bilingüe, donde la lectura se convierte en un placer favorito—¡en inglés y en español! Sumérgete en el mundo ...

Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K, Elementary Ages, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Early Childhood, ESL, Storytelling
Event Details:

¡Bienvenido a la biblioteca!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Ages 21+" group.
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group.

Silent Book Club

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Central Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Silent Book Club - 4th Tuesday:

Shhh, we're reading... Join our introvert happy hour! Bring your current book and spend time reading with fellow book lovers on the fourth Tuesday of the month. You can socializ...

Event Details:

*Please note, the book club will not meet in December due to the Christmas Eve holiday. For ages 18 and up. Just drop in! Space will be available on a first-come, first-se...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Shhh, we're reading...

Join our introvert happy hour! Bring your current book and spend time reading with fellow book lovers on the fourth Tuesday of the month. You can socialize your way with no need to finish a specific book or weigh in on a group discussion.

Psst... We'll set the cozy atmosphere with dimmed lights, calming music, and a selection of warm beverages including coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. To create the ultimate cozy space for yourself, you are welcome to bring a pillow and blanket.

*Please note, the book club will not meet in December due to the Christmas Eve holiday.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.

Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room at Hillview Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Early Childhood, Games & Play, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Pre-K
Toddler Storytime:

Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.  —Mr. Rogers Join us to help your little one start their early-learning adventure! Toddler Storytime for ag...

Event Details:

For ages 0–2. Just drop in! Seating and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Destiny at 543-7675 ext. 2554 or e-mail destiny@bcplib...

Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Pre-K
Program Type: Books & Authors, Early Childhood, Games & Play, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Event Details:

Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.  —Mr. Rogers

Join us to help your little one start their early-learning adventure! Toddler Storytime for ages 0 to 2 is designed to help lay the foundation for lifelong learning through a combination of stories, songs, and play.

Children learn language by listening to others talk, and stories and songs help them learn how language sounds, add new words to their growing vocabulary, and begin to understand what words mean. Play helps children express themselves and put thoughts into words as they explore the world around them and build early social skills through interactions with other children.

For ages 0–2. Just drop in!

CLOSED for Thanksgiving

All Day
Central Library, Dorothea Stottman Annex, Hillview Branch, Lebanon Junction Branch, Mt. Washington Branch, Nichols Branch, Virtual, Off Site

All locations are closed for the holiday. Services will resume on Friday at 9:00 AM. Happy Thanksgiving!

Closing
Branches:
Central Library, Dorothea Stottman Annex, Hillview Branch, Lebanon Junction Branch, Mt. Washington Branch, Nichols Branch, Virtual, Off Site
Description:

All locations are closed for the holiday. Services will resume on Friday at 9:00 AM. Happy Thanksgiving!

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.

Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room at Hillview Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Early Childhood, Games & Play, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Pre-K
Toddler Storytime:

Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.  —Mr. Rogers Join us to help your little one start their early-learning adventure! Toddler Storytime for ag...

Event Details:

For ages 0–2. Just drop in! Seating and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Destiny at 543-7675 ext. 2554 or e-mail destiny@bcplib...

Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Pre-K
Program Type: Books & Authors, Early Childhood, Games & Play, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Event Details:

Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.  —Mr. Rogers

Join us to help your little one start their early-learning adventure! Toddler Storytime for ages 0 to 2 is designed to help lay the foundation for lifelong learning through a combination of stories, songs, and play.

Children learn language by listening to others talk, and stories and songs help them learn how language sounds, add new words to their growing vocabulary, and begin to understand what words mean. Play helps children express themselves and put thoughts into words as they explore the world around them and build early social skills through interactions with other children.

For ages 0–2. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Listen Here!

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Age Group:
Tweens, Kids
Event Details:

Starting is the hardest part... Get "plugged" into audiobooks with this pressure-free book club! Simply show up to start a new book together on the 1st Wednesday of the month. G...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Tweens, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 59
Event Details:

Starting is the hardest part...

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Elementary Ages" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Evening Family Storytime

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 1 (meeting space divided) at Mt. Washington Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Games & Play, Storytelling
Age Group:
Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families
Event Details:

Today a reader, tomorrow a leader. –Margaret Fuller Storytime's not just for our youngest patrons! Help your older child grow a love for reading as we explore literacy through s...

Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 (meeting space divided)
Age Group: Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Games & Play, Storytelling
Event Details:

Today a reader, tomorrow a leader. –Margaret Fuller

This event is in the "Teens" group.

The Book Worms: Teen Book Club

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Conference Room 3 at Central Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Dig into a good book... Teens, this one is for you! Join us on the 2nd Monday of the month to hang out with other book worms, grab a drink, and talk about our latest book club s...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Conference Room 3
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Dig into a good book...

Teens, this one is for you! Join us on the 2nd Monday of the month to hang out with other book worms, grab a drink, and talk about our latest book club selection. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Ages 21+" group.
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group.

Brown Bag Book Club

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Fish Bowl at Mt. Washington Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Brown Bag Book Club:

Bring your lunch to the library on the 2nd Tuesday of each month! Come enjoy a good, bookish conversation for a lunch to remember. Share your own reading adventures, get recomme...

Event Details:

UPCOMING SELECTIONS INCLUDE: August 13th – The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath September 10th – Lark Ascending by Silas House October 8th – Frankenstein by Mary Shelley Novemb...

Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Fish Bowl
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Bring your lunch to the library on the 2nd Tuesday of each month!

Come enjoy a good, bookish conversation for a lunch to remember. Share your own reading adventures, get recommendations, and discuss our latest book selection. Coffee and tea will be provided.

UPCOMING SELECTIONS INCLUDE:

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Better Read Than Dead

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Age Group:
Adults
Better Read Than Dead:

Murder, mayhem, and other misdeeds—oh my! If you're obsessed with true crime stories and podcasts, you won't want to miss this virtual book club with BCPL resident true-crime fa...

Event Details:

UPCOMING SELECTIONS: August 13th – Behold the Monster by Jillian Lauren September 10th – The 57 Bus by Dashka Slater October 8th – The Good Nurse by Charles Graeber Nov...

Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Murder, mayhem, and other misdeeds—oh my!

If you're obsessed with true crime stories and podcasts, you won't want to miss this virtual book club with BCPL resident true-crime fanatics! Join LaDonna to bond over the macabre and explore this gripping and disturbing genre where the truth is often stranger than fiction. We'll discuss a new book and case each month.

UPCOMING SELECTIONS:

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.

Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room at Hillview Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Early Childhood, Games & Play, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Pre-K
Toddler Storytime:

Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.  —Mr. Rogers Join us to help your little one start their early-learning adventure! Toddler Storytime for ag...

Event Details:

For ages 0–2. Just drop in! Seating and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Destiny at 543-7675 ext. 2554 or e-mail destiny@bcplib...

Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Pre-K
Program Type: Books & Authors, Early Childhood, Games & Play, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Event Details:

Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.  —Mr. Rogers

Join us to help your little one start their early-learning adventure! Toddler Storytime for ages 0 to 2 is designed to help lay the foundation for lifelong learning through a combination of stories, songs, and play.

Children learn language by listening to others talk, and stories and songs help them learn how language sounds, add new words to their growing vocabulary, and begin to understand what words mean. Play helps children express themselves and put thoughts into words as they explore the world around them and build early social skills through interactions with other children.

For ages 0–2. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Ages 21+" group.
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group.

Cozy Readers Book Club

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Study Room 3 at Hillview Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Cozy Readers Book Club:

Cozy up with a good book... Join us on the second Thursday of the month for book club, cozy style! We explore a variety of genres, but we stick mostly to gentler stories includi...

Event Details:

*** UPCOMING SELECTIONS INCLUDE: August 8th– Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree September 12th– The Quilter’s Apprentice by Jennifer Chiaverini October 10th–&nb...

Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Study Room 3
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Cozy up with a good book...

Join us on the second Thursday of the month for book club, cozy style! We explore a variety of genres, but we stick mostly to gentler stories including cozy mysteries, romance, and feel-good fiction. Happy endings, limited angst, and likeable characters guaranteed!

Psst... From delicious muffins to savory artisan breads, enjoy a new tasty bakery treat at each meetup—each item selected to give cozy vibes and pair perfectly with our monthly read!

***

UPCOMING SELECTIONS INCLUDE:

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Ages 21+" group.
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group.

Reading Together

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room 2 at Central Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Event Details:

Diversify your reading... On the second Thursday of every month, we're bringing people together through the power of diverse reads. Together, we will explore trending ...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Diversify your reading...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

A Cup of Joy Book Chat

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Lebanon Junction Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Share your favorites and get crafty... As 2024 winds down, let's talk about the books that have sparked joy this year! During this cozy book chat, we'll swap stories about our t...

Library Branch: Lebanon Junction Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Share your favorites and get crafty...

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Manga Book Club

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room) at Mt. Washington Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Manga fans unite... Dive into a world of action, adventure, and artistic awesomeness on the 3rd Monday of the month! Whether you're a seasoned otaku or new to the genre, come sh...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Manga fans unite...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fourth Monday Book Club

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room) at Mt. Washington Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Age Group:
Adults
Fourth Monday Book Club:

Now you have something to look forward to on Mondays... Book lovers unite on the 4th Monday of the month! Join us for a relaxing evening at the library to discuss our latest boo...

Event Details:

Please note, this book club is currently at capacity. Questions or interested in joining a waiting list? Call LaDonna at 543-7675 ext. 2552 or e-mail ladonna@bcplib.org. ...

Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Now you have something to look forward to on Mondays...

Book lovers unite on the 4th Monday of the month! Join us for a relaxing evening at the library to discuss our latest book selection chosen by the group. Each meetup will be a new experience and you never know what will happen—you might get to lead the discussion (but only if you want!), or a special guest might make an appearance!

BONUS ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:

  • Readers receive a copy of the book to keep!
  • Movie nights! If a movie adaptation of our selected titles exists, a film viewing will be scheduled a few days after our regular meeting.

Please note, this book club is currently at capacity. Questions or interested in joining a waiting list? Call LaDonna at 543-7675 ext.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.

Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room at Hillview Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Early Childhood, Games & Play, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Pre-K
Toddler Storytime:

Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.  —Mr. Rogers Join us to help your little one start their early-learning adventure! Toddler Storytime for ag...

Event Details:

For ages 0–2. Just drop in! Seating and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Destiny at 543-7675 ext. 2554 or e-mail destiny@bcplib...

Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Pre-K
Program Type: Books & Authors, Early Childhood, Games & Play, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Event Details:

Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.  —Mr. Rogers

Join us to help your little one start their early-learning adventure! Toddler Storytime for ages 0 to 2 is designed to help lay the foundation for lifelong learning through a combination of stories, songs, and play.

Children learn language by listening to others talk, and stories and songs help them learn how language sounds, add new words to their growing vocabulary, and begin to understand what words mean. Play helps children express themselves and put thoughts into words as they explore the world around them and build early social skills through interactions with other children.

For ages 0–2. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

No Dull Moments Book Club

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Central Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Feed your curiosity... Nonfiction is far from boring! Join us to explore fascinating true stories, eye-opening studies, and other thought-provoking reads on the third Thursday o...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Feed your curiosity...

CLOSED for Christmas Eve

All Day
Central Library, Dorothea Stottman Annex, Hillview Branch, Lebanon Junction Branch, Mt. Washington Branch, Nichols Branch, Virtual, Off Site

All locations are closed for the Christmas holidays. Library services will resume on December 27th. Best wishes for a joyful holiday season!

Closing
Branches:
Central Library, Dorothea Stottman Annex, Hillview Branch, Lebanon Junction Branch, Mt. Washington Branch, Nichols Branch, Virtual, Off Site
Description:

All locations are closed for the Christmas holidays. Library services will resume on December 27th. Best wishes for a joyful holiday season!

CLOSED for Christmas Day

All Day
Central Library, Dorothea Stottman Annex, Hillview Branch, Lebanon Junction Branch, Mt. Washington Branch, Nichols Branch, Virtual, Off Site

All locations are closed for the Christmas holidays. Library services will resume on December 27th. Best wishes for a joyful holiday season!

Closing
Branches:
Central Library, Dorothea Stottman Annex, Hillview Branch, Lebanon Junction Branch, Mt. Washington Branch, Nichols Branch, Virtual, Off Site
Description:

All locations are closed for the Christmas holidays. Library services will resume on December 27th. Best wishes for a joyful holiday season!

CLOSED for New Year's Eve

All Day
Central Library, Dorothea Stottman Annex, Hillview Branch, Lebanon Junction Branch, Mt. Washington Branch, Nichols Branch, Virtual, Off Site

All locations are closed in celebration of the new year until January 2nd. Best wishes for a safe and happy New Year!

Closing
Branches:
Central Library, Dorothea Stottman Annex, Hillview Branch, Lebanon Junction Branch, Mt. Washington Branch, Nichols Branch, Virtual, Off Site
Description:

All locations are closed in celebration of the new year until January 2nd. Best wishes for a safe and happy New Year!