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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

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Nichols Branch
Library Branch: Nichols Branch
Room: Sunroom
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 every Tuesday evening. 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.

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in!

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

Toddler Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Pre-K
Hillview Branch
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.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Elementary Ages" group.

Rainbow Kitten Unicorn Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Tweens, Kids, Pre-K, Elementary Ages
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 (meeting space divided)
Age Group: Tweens, Kids, Pre-K, Elementary Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Fandom Fun
Event Details:

Unleash your sparkle!

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

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Mt. Washington Branch
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:

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

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Nichols Branch
Library Branch: Nichols Branch
Room: Sunroom
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 every Tuesday evening. 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.

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Better Read Than Dead

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Virtual
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

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Pre-K
Hillview Branch
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.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Elementary Ages" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Picture Book Putt-Putt

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Tweens, Kids, Pre-K, Elementary Ages, Families
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Tweens, Kids, Pre-K, Elementary Ages, Families
Program Type: Books & Authors, Community Event, Games & Play
Event Details:

Hungry for some family fun? 🏌️🐛📚

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

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Central Library
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: 11
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 or highly-respected books that spotlight #OwnVoices stories, underrepresented groups, and diverse experiences so that we can better understand ourselves and each other. Great stories guaranteed!

Psst... If you need help securing a copy of the book, please contact Haleigh.

UPCOMING SELECTIONS

This event is in the "Teens" group.

The Book Worms: Teen Book Club

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Central Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Conference Room 3
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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. 

UPCOMING SELECTIONS

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

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Nichols Branch
Library Branch: Nichols Branch
Room: Sunroom
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 every Tuesday evening. 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.

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in!

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

Toddler Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Pre-K
Hillview Branch
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

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Central Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 52
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 of the month. We'll keep things interesting with a variety of nonfiction writing, including biography and memoir, history, popular science, and current events.

Psst... Book copies will be provided to registered participants!

UPCOMING SELECTIONS

CLOSED for Easter

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

Sunday hours at our Central and Mt. Washington locations are canceled for the Easter holiday. All BCPL locations will be open regular hours on Friday and Saturday.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Manga Book Club

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Mt. Washington Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fandom Fun
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
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 share your thoughts on the book of the month, discuss the series you're currently reading, and connect with other teens who love manga as much as you do.

Psst... All registered participants will receive a free copy of the book to keep!

UPCOMING SELECTIONS

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

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Nichols Branch
Library Branch: Nichols Branch
Room: Sunroom
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 every Tuesday evening. 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.

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in!

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

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kids, Pre-K, Elementary Ages, Families
Hillview Branch
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

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Central Library
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

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Pre-K
Hillview Branch
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.

Comic Creator Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Tweens, Kids
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Tweens, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Group Meetup, Storytelling
Event Details:

Pow! Bam! Draw! 🌟 

Calling all young storytellers and budding artists: It's time to unleash your inner comic book genius!

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

Grim Readers

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Central Library
Waitlist
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: 0
Event Details:

Join us if you dare...

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
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.

Afternoon Family Storytime

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Tweens, Kids, Pre-K, Elementary Ages, Families
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Tweens, Kids, Pre-K, Elementary Ages, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Early Childhood, Games & Play
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 stories, songs, games, and crafts you can enjoy as a family. We'll have occassional guest speakers, too. Due to the featured books and the skill level needed for some crafts and activities, this program is especially ideal for elementary-aged children, but all ages are welcome. We strive to create rich and fun experiences that build a love of books, libraries, and learning that will stay with children for a lifetime.

This series is designed with homeschool families in mind and may also provide an alternative for families unable to attend our weekly storytimes on Tuesdays.

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This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fourth Monday Book Club

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Adults
Mt. Washington Branch
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Ages 21+" group.
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group.

Silent Book Club

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Nichols Branch
Library Branch: Nichols Branch
Room: Sunroom
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 every Tuesday evening. 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.

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in!