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Nov-Dec
2025
Closing
Hillview Branch Library CLOSED for Expansion & Renovation
Branches:
Hillview Branch
Description:
Hillview Branch Library is currently closed for a major expansion and renovation project.
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Jan
19
2026
Mon
Closing
CLOSED for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Branches:
Central Library,
Dorothea Stottman Annex,
Hillview Branch,
Lebanon Junction Branch,
Mt. Washington Branch,
Nichols Branch,
Virtual,
Off Site
Description:
All BCPL locations are closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Regular library services will resume on Tuesday.
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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
Adults,
Ages 21+,
Ages 55+
Mt. Washington Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Ages 21+" group
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group
Jan
22
2026
Thu
Active 55+
10:00am–12:00pm
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch:
Mt. Washington Branch
Room:
Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group:
Adults,
Ages 21+,
Ages 55+
Program Type:
Adult Learning & Lectures,
Arts & Crafts,
Group Meetup,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
55 is not a speed limit, it's a starting point...
Join us on Thursdays to create an active routine and meaningful social interactions. Enjoy games, cards, Wii Bowling, fun crafts, guest speakers, and more. Plus, discover all sorts of helpful library resources and programs available to you.
For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!
Space will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Gayle at 543-7675 ext. 2551 or e-mail gayle@bcplib.org.
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This event is in the "Ages 55+" group
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group
Jan
23
2026
Fri
Coffee Chats
10:00am–11:00am
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Meeting Room 2
Age Group:
Ages 55+
Program Type:
Group Meetup
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 "Ages 55+" group
Ages 55+
Lebanon Junction Branch
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group
Jan
23
2026
Fri
Coffee Chats
10:00am–11:00am
Lebanon Junction Branch
Library Branch:
Lebanon Junction Branch
Room:
Coffee Bar
Age Group:
Ages 55+
Program Type:
Group Meetup
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!
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Elementary Ages" group
Kids,
Elementary Ages
Lebanon Junction Branch
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Elementary Ages" group
Jan
21
2026
Wed
Homeschool Libratory
1:00pm–2:00pm
Lebanon Junction Branch
Library Branch:
Lebanon Junction Branch
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids,
Elementary Ages
Program Type:
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 ages 5–12. Just drop in!
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This event is in the "Teens" group
Cancelled
Teens
Hillview Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan
21
2026
Wed
Cancelled
Teen Lounge
2:30pm–4:30pm
Hillview Branch
Library Branch:
Hillview Branch
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Games & Play,
Group Meetup,
STEM Learning
Event Details:
Hang out, play, and explore all that the library has to offer!
At Teen Lounge, your experience is in YOUR hands. Drop in when you like, and choose whichever activity suits your mood. Play on our gaming laptops and consoles, explore the world of virtual reality, create your own art projects, tinker with a variety of technology and engineering tools, get your game on with an assortment of board and card games, and share the experience with your friends. Plus, enjoy free refreshments!
For ages 12–18. Just drop in!
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan
21
2026
Wed
Teen Lounge
4:00pm–6:00pm
Nichols Branch
Library Branch:
Nichols Branch
Room:
Meeting Room (w/o Conference Room Attached)
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Games & Play,
Group Meetup,
STEM Learning
Event Details:
Hang out, play, and explore all that the library has to offer!
At Teen Lounge, your experience is in YOUR hands. Drop in when you like, and choose whichever activity suits your mood. Play on our gaming laptops and consoles, explore the world of virtual reality, create your own art projects, tinker with a variety of technology and engineering tools, get your game on with an assortment of board and card games, and share the experience with your friends. Plus, enjoy free refreshments!
For ages 12–18. Just drop in!
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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
Adults,
Ages 21+,
Ages 55+
Nichols Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Ages 21+" group
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Silent Book Club
5:30pm–6:30pm
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!
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This event is in the "Teens" group
Teens
Mt. Washington Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan
21
2026
Wed
Dungeons & Dragons Club
5:00pm–7:00pm
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch:
Mt. Washington Branch
Room:
Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Fandom Fun,
Games & Play,
Group Meetup
Event Details:
It’s all in the dice…
Join us to learn a new game or develop your Dungeons and Dragons skills further! Dungeons and Dragons is a tabletop game that focuses on collaboration, creativity, imagination, and teamwork. You will be able to build your character then jump into the storytelling and roleplay realm.
For ages 13–19. Just drop in!
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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
Adults,
Ages 21+,
Ages 55+
Central Library
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Ages 21+" group
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group
Jan
22
2026
Thu
Grim Readers
6:30pm–7:45pm
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:
Join us if you dare... Dive into the dark, chilling world of horror fiction on the fourth Thursday of the month! Whether you're a seasoned fan of the macabre or just looking to dip your toes into the genre, this club is for you. Each month, we'll journey through a handpicked selection of horror—some timeless classics, others fresh frights from modern authors—and gather to share our thoughts, theories, and shivers.
UPCOMING SELECTIONS INCLUDE:
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