Library News & Events for December
For updates to library programs and services, please see the library website, www.bellinghamlibrary.org.
The Library is open until 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday!
Monday - Thursday 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The library is closed December 24-26 for the Christmas Holiday.
The library is closed December 31-January 2 for the New Year’s Holiday.
Special Programs
Polar Express Extravaganza - Saturday, December 3, 5-6:30 p.m.
For families. The Polar Express Extravaganza is back with the famous story, Santa, seasonal crafts and a visit from Elsa! Also, see the library lit up at night. Please sign up to attend. You can come and go as desired between the 5 pm and 6:30 p.m. time frame.
Yoga with Carol, Tuesdays from 8:30 to 9:40 and Thursdays from 6:15-7:30 Are you feeling See the website for details and to register. Carol, the instructor, is a long-time yoga practitioner and a 200-hr Kripalu* yoga teacher. Please wear loose-fitting clothing, bring your own yoga mat, 2 blocks and a strap. Additionally, a blanket is nice to bring, especially if you have issues with your knees. Please arrive 10 minutes early to sign a waiver if you are new to class. Space is limited so please register for each class separately in the series. **Visit www.kripalu.org for more information on this style of yoga.
Holiday Yarn Wreath Making - Monday, December 12th 6-8 p.m.
Looking for an easy and fun holiday project that doesn’t require any experience? Join Ana Mendes, owner of Afonsoway.com, and learn how to create your unique holiday-themed yarn-wrapped wreath. You will have several yarn colors and textures to choose from. Some florals, ornaments, and holiday decorative items will be provided, but feel free to bring in what you would like to use. Space is limited so registration is necessary. This program is made possible by support from the Friends of the Bellingham Public Library
Updated Ongoing Children’s Program Schedule
Starting December 1 the library will offer the following programs for children ages 0-12.
Sensory Story Time with Miss Melissa - Mondays & Wednesdays at 10:30 to 11:45 a.m.
Join us for stories, songs, crafts and open play! Similar to a traditional story time, with movement breaks and supports built in. For children ages 2-5 of all abilities. The program will start at 10:30 and will be structured through 11:15, but remain open until 11:45 for those needing extra time or wishing for open play time. Registration is limited, so please register early! No class school vacation week.
Magic: The Gathering Club – Mondays at 2:30 p.m.
For grades 4-8. The Magic: The Gathering Club at the Bellingham Library welcomes all 4th to 8th graders to join the fun each Monday after school from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Discover the original collectible card game in this free program. Magic is the ultimate tabletop game, combining the skills of strategy, probability, reading, math, bluffing and more for a fun and engaging experience like no other. Learn to play or hone your skill each week as we explore a variety of ways to play. Please sign up once to attend any and all meet-ups!
Ring a Ding – Tuesdays and Fridays at 10 a.m.
For ages 0-5. Songs, a story, music, instruments, and beach balls = a lot of noisy fun! Join us! No registration required. PLEASE NOTE: For the foreseeable future there will only be one session of Ring a Ding on each day. No class December 23rd through January 2nd.
All Things STEAM – Thursdays at 4 p.m.
Join Miss Melissa for the STEAM Project of the Week. For Grades 1-3. Please register for each week you plan to attend. No class on December 29th.
Baby Time – Fridays at 11:15 a.m.
For children under 2, older siblings welcome. Songs, stories, and play/discussion time for you and your baby/toddler. Please sign up. You only need to sign up once to attend each Baby Time. No class December 23rd or 30th.
Fun Fridays on December 23rd will run from 10:45-1:45.
After School Programs
Our After School Programs are ongoing! We have two programs for kids in grades 4 and up. Both programs are Monday through Friday. Even though the library closes at 3 p.m. on Fridays, the Community Room will be open on Fridays after school for Fun Fridays!! Miss Amanda and Miss Diane will stay until 5 p.m. at the latest. They will be planning activities for this time so check the library calendar for details.
• After School Kids (ASK) – for grades 4-6. When school is in session, ASK meets Monday-Thursday from 2:30 p.m.-4:45 p.m. Stop by the Community Room after school to make crafts, use a Chromebook, play on the Wii, play board games and hang out with friends! Registration is required for this program, so pick up a registration form during library hours or after school. Questions? Contact Diane Nelson, [email protected]. Parents/caregivers of all registrants are signed up for our Constant Contact Newsletter.
• Teen Room Activities – for grades 7-12. When school is in session, Teen Room Activities are available Monday-Thursday from 2-4:45 p.m. Stop by the Teen Room to use computers, play on the WiiU and XBox1, play board games and hang out with friends! There is no registration needed to attend this program. Questions? Contact Amanda Maclure,[email protected].
Other Adult Programs
Additional details of these programs are available on the library calendar (https://bit.ly/3xMECCt)
• Book Club generally meets on the first Monday of the month, email Reference Librarian Cecily Christensen at [email protected] for details.
• Friends of the Library generally meet on the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. Email [email protected] for details.
• The Library Board of Trustees generally meets on the second Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. Email [email protected] for details.
• Adult Writing Group will now meet at the Bellingham Historical Museum on the second Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Email [email protected] for details.
