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

Coffee Chats

10:00am - 11:00am
Ages 55+
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Ages 55+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Games & Play, Group Meetup, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

A whole latte fun...

Join us every Friday for a good cup of coffee, great conversation, and more! You can mingle with peers, read the newspaper, work on a puzzle, play a game, share stories, or ask questions about technology.

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Sip & Stitch

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults, Teens
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Fish Bowl
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Ready to spin a good yarn?

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Clothing Swap

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Teens, Tweens, Kids, Families
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Conference Room 2 & 3
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Tweens, Kids, Families
Program Type: Community Event, Sustainable Living
Event Details:

Refresh your wardrobe—for FREE!

Swap it like it’s hot at our library clothing swap! From children's clothes to workwear, bring your gently-used, quality items and trade them for new-to-you pieces that will give your wardrobe a fresh start. Plus, you’ll be doing your part to reduce waste and keep fashion sustainable. It’s a win-win for your closet and the planet!


Guidelines:

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Family Bingo

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Teens, Tweens, Kids, Families
Nichols Branch
Library Branch: Nichols Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Tweens, Kids, Families
Program Type: Community Event, Games & Play
Event Details:

B-I-N-G-O!

Bring the kids, the grandparents, your siblings, or whoever you like for an afternoon of lively competition and AWESOME PRIZES. At this program, luck's always on your side because (1) it's a fun social time for all and (2) everybody wins! Even if you don't get a bingo, you can still pick one of our consolation prizes at the end of the program.

Plus—BONUS!!!—bingo is excellent reinforcement for kiddos learning their letters and numbers or practicing social skills like listening, sportsmanship, or following directions.

For all ages. 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Community Check-in

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families
Lebanon Junction Branch
Library Branch: Lebanon Junction Branch
Room: The Retreat
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Share your thoughts; shape your library...

We want to hear from you! Stop by any Community Check-in event, an informal drop-in session where you can share your thoughts about the library, offer feedback, and chat with staff about exciting updates—like the latest on the Hillview expansion!

No formal presentations, no long surveys—just a casual opportunity to let us know what you love, what you’d like to see more of, and how BCPL can better serve you. Plus, we'll have small treats and giveaways as a thank-you for sharing your input. We look forward to hearing from you!


CHECK-IN SCHEDULE for National Library Week:

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

Community Check-in

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Share your thoughts; shape your library...

We want to hear from you! Stop by any Community Check-in event, an informal drop-in session where you can share your thoughts about the library, offer feedback, and chat with staff about exciting updates—like the latest on the Hillview expansion!

No formal presentations, no long surveys—just a casual opportunity to let us know what you love, what you’d like to see more of, and how BCPL can better serve you. Plus, we'll have small treats and giveaways as a thank-you for sharing your input. We look forward to hearing from you!


CHECK-IN SCHEDULE for National Library Week:

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

Community Check-in

10:30am - 12:30pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families
Hillview Branch
Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Study Room 3
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Share your thoughts; shape your library...

We want to hear from you! Stop by any Community Check-in event, an informal drop-in session where you can share your thoughts about the library, offer feedback, and chat with staff about exciting updates—like the latest on the Hillview expansion!

No formal presentations, no long surveys—just a casual opportunity to let us know what you love, what you’d like to see more of, and how BCPL can better serve you. Plus, we'll have small treats and giveaways as a thank-you for sharing your input. We look forward to hearing from you!


CHECK-IN SCHEDULE for National Library Week:

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

Homeschool Hub

11:00am - 12:00pm
Teens, Tweens, Kids
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Teens, Tweens, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Group Meetup, History, Job & Career, Music & Dance, STEM Learning
Event Details:

The library is a hub of information...

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

Community Check-in

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families
Nichols Branch
Library Branch: Nichols Branch
Room: Meeting Room (w/o Conference Room Attached)
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Share your thoughts; shape your library...

We want to hear from you! Stop by any Community Check-in event, an informal drop-in session where you can share your thoughts about the library, offer feedback, and chat with staff about exciting updates—like the latest on the Hillview expansion!

No formal presentations, no long surveys—just a casual opportunity to let us know what you love, what you’d like to see more of, and how BCPL can better serve you. Plus, we'll have small treats and giveaways as a thank-you for sharing your input. We look forward to hearing from you!


CHECK-IN SCHEDULE for National Library Week:

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 "Ages 55+" group.

Coffee Chats

10:00am - 11:00am
Ages 55+
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Ages 55+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Games & Play, Group Meetup, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

A whole latte fun...

Join us every Friday for a good cup of coffee, great conversation, and more! You can mingle with peers, read the newspaper, work on a puzzle, play a game, share stories, or ask questions about technology.

For ages 55 and up. 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Blood Drive with American Red Cross

11:00am - 4:00pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens
Hillview Branch
Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens
Program Type: Community Event, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

DID YOU KNOW? Every 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood...

Blood donors help save the lives of people of all ages every day, including burn victims, heart surgery and cancer patients, trauma victims, and many others. BCPL is partnering with the American Red Cross to provide a safe, relaxing, and convenient location to donate blood. You can make a difference by giving a small part of your day to join us. Whatever your blood type may be, all types are valuable and can help save lives.

For ages 16 and up.
Donors under the age of 17 must have a signed parental consent form to participate. Donors ages 16 or 17 MUST show a form of ID that includes their birthdate.

Please bring your donor card, driver's license, or two other forms of identification. Be prepared to list all of the over-the-counter and prescription medications you are currently taking.

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Additional tips for the day of your donation:

  • Drink an extra 16 oz. of water (or other nonalcoholic drink) before your appointment.
  • Eat a healthy meal, avoiding fatty foods like hamburgers, fries, or ice cream.
  • Wear a shirt with sleeves that you can roll up above your elbows.
  • Let us know if you have a preferred arm or particular vein that has been used successfully in the past to draw blood.
  • Relax, listen to music, talk to other donors, or read while you donate.

For more information on the requirements for giving blood, please visit redcrossblood.org.

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

Teen Service Hour

3:15pm - 4:15pm
Teens, Tweens
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Make a difference, one hour at a time!

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

Community Check-in

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Conference Room 2
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Share your thoughts; shape your library...

We want to hear from you! Stop by any Community Check-in event, an informal drop-in session where you can share your thoughts about the library, offer feedback, and chat with staff about exciting updates—like the latest on the Hillview expansion!

No formal presentations, no long surveys—just a casual opportunity to let us know what you love, what you’d like to see more of, and how BCPL can better serve you. Plus, we'll have small treats and giveaways as a thank-you for sharing your input. We look forward to hearing from you!


CHECK-IN SCHEDULE for National Library Week:

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

Homeschool Libratory

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Tweens, Kids
Lebanon Junction Branch
Library Branch: Lebanon Junction Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Kids
Program Type: Community Event, Group Meetup, STEM Learning
Event Details:

Full STEAM ahead to the Homeschool Libratory…

Explore hands-on STEAM activities with your fellow homeschoolers each month. At each Libratory meetup, we’ll do something new and exciting with all your new friends. "School" is in session!

For children of all ages. Just drop in!

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

Coffee Chats

10:00am - 11:00am
Ages 55+
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Ages 55+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Games & Play, Group Meetup, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

A whole latte fun...

Join us every Friday for a good cup of coffee, great conversation, and more! You can mingle with peers, read the newspaper, work on a puzzle, play a game, share stories, or ask questions about technology.

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!

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 "Ages 55+" group.

Coffee Chats

10:00am - 11:00am
Ages 55+
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Ages 55+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Games & Play, Group Meetup, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

A whole latte fun...

Join us every Friday for a good cup of coffee, great conversation, and more! You can mingle with peers, read the newspaper, work on a puzzle, play a game, share stories, or ask questions about technology.

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Spring Plant Exchange

10:00am - 2:00pm
Adults, Families
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Fish Bowl
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Community Event, Gardening & Nature
Event Details:

If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need. –Marcus Tullius Cicero

Are your hostas taking over or do you have more tomato seedlings than your garden can handle? Looking for a new houseplant to spruce up your space? Bring your plants to trade and share at our community plant swap! Plus, exchange gardening advice and tips with your fellow plant enthusiasts.

Exchange items might include:

  • Plant bulbs, cuttings, or starts 
    (items should be prepared, neatly labeled, and ready to share)
  • Potted plants or houseplants
  • More!

Psst...

  • This event is being offered simultaneously at all locations. Visit your favorite branch—or swing by all of them!
  • Want to start a garden from the ground up? Check out vegetables, fruits, herbs, and more from the Seed Library at our Nichols location.

Open to gardeners of ALL ages. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Spring Plant Exchange

10:00am - 2:00pm
Adults, Families
Lebanon Junction Branch
Library Branch: Lebanon Junction Branch
Room: Inspiration Station
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Community Event, Gardening & Nature
Event Details:

If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need. –Marcus Tullius Cicero

Are your hostas taking over or do you have more tomato seedlings than your garden can handle? Looking for a new houseplant to spruce up your space? Bring your plants to trade and share at our community plant swap! Plus, exchange gardening advice and tips with your fellow plant enthusiasts.

Exchange items might include:

  • Plant bulbs, cuttings, or starts 
    (items should be prepared, neatly labeled, and ready to share)
  • Potted plants or houseplants
  • More!

Psst...

  • This event is being offered simultaneously at all locations. Visit your favorite branch—or swing by all of them!
  • Want to start a garden from the ground up? Check out vegetables, fruits, herbs, and more from the Seed Library at our Nichols location.

Open to gardeners of ALL ages. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Spring Plant Exchange

10:00am - 2:00pm
Adults, Families
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Garden - Water
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Community Event, Gardening & Nature
Event Details:

If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need. –Marcus Tullius Cicero

Are your hostas taking over or do you have more tomato seedlings than your garden can handle? Looking for a new houseplant to spruce up your space? Bring your plants to trade and share at our community plant swap! Plus, exchange gardening advice and tips with your fellow plant enthusiasts.

Exchange items might include:

  • Plant bulbs, cuttings, or starts 
    (items should be prepared, neatly labeled, and ready to share)
  • Potted plants or houseplants
  • More!

Psst...

  • This event is being offered simultaneously at all locations. Visit your favorite branch—or swing by all of them!
  • Want to start a garden from the ground up? Check out vegetables, fruits, herbs, and more from the Seed Library at our Nichols location.

Open to gardeners of ALL ages. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Spring Plant Exchange

10:00am - 2:00pm
Adults, Families
Nichols Branch
Library Branch: Nichols Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Community Event, Gardening & Nature
Event Details:

If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need. –Marcus Tullius Cicero

Are your hostas taking over or do you have more tomato seedlings than your garden can handle? Looking for a new houseplant to spruce up your space? Bring your plants to trade and share at our community plant swap! Plus, exchange gardening advice and tips with your fellow plant enthusiasts.

Exchange items might include:

  • Plant bulbs, cuttings, or starts 
    (items should be prepared, neatly labeled, and ready to share)
  • Potted plants or houseplants
  • More!

Psst...

  • This event is being offered simultaneously at all locations. Visit your favorite branch—or swing by all of them!
  • Want to start a garden from the ground up? Check out vegetables, fruits, herbs, and more from the Seed Library at our Nichols location.

Open to gardeners of ALL ages. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Spring Plant Exchange

10:00am - 2:00pm
Adults, Families
Hillview Branch
Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Portico
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Community Event, Gardening & Nature
Event Details:

If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need. –Marcus Tullius Cicero

Are your hostas taking over or do you have more tomato seedlings than your garden can handle? Looking for a new houseplant to spruce up your space? Bring your plants to trade and share at our community plant swap! Plus, exchange gardening advice and tips with your fellow plant enthusiasts.

Exchange items might include:

  • Plant bulbs, cuttings, or starts 
    (items should be prepared, neatly labeled, and ready to share)
  • Potted plants or houseplants
  • More!

Psst...

  • This event is being offered simultaneously at all locations. Visit your favorite branch—or swing by all of them!
  • Want to start a garden from the ground up? Check out vegetables, fruits, herbs, and more from the Seed Library at our Nichols location.

Open to gardeners of ALL ages. Just drop in!

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

Coffee Chats

10:00am - 11:00am
Ages 55+
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Ages 55+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Games & Play, Group Meetup, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

A whole latte fun...

Join us every Friday for a good cup of coffee, great conversation, and more! You can mingle with peers, read the newspaper, work on a puzzle, play a game, share stories, or ask questions about technology.

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!