By Crystal Anderson, Teen Services Librarian Looking for something fun (and free!) to do this fall? The library has you covered with activities, challenges, and events just for teens (Grade 7-12). Whether you’re into art, crafts, gaming, or just hanging out with friends, there’s something for everyone in October and November. Check out what’s happening…
The Bellevue Public Library’s Summer Library Program (SLP) soared to new heights in 2025 with its exciting “Level Up at Your Library” theme — and for the first time, the program was held in the library’s brand-new location at 2206 Longo Drive. Designed for ages 0 to 18, the summer-long program encouraged kids and teens…
New Initiative Aims to Support Lost Pet Recovery In a move to support animal welfare and community needs, the Bellevue Public Library has announced a new addition to its Library of Things: Handheld pet microchip scanners are now available for public checkout. In a move to support animal welfare and community needs, the Bellevue Public…
by Crystal Anderson, Teen Services Librarian June 1-July 31: Come to special events, join awesome clubs and contests, grab activity kits, and more—whether you’re into books, art, or just hanging out, there’s something for everyone. Read, create, and explore with the Bellevue Public Library all summer long! Teen Certifications, Challenges & Contests Fantasy Reading Map…
by Laura Mischke, Bellevue Public Library Head of Adult Services Take your library experience to the next level! From April 16 to May 28, the Bellevue Public Library invites you to “Level Up at Your Library” – a dynamic adult library program packed with discovery, adventure, and incredible prizes! Explore new ideas, challenge yourself, and…
From February 2025, the Bellevue Public Library is again offering digital leisure passes to local museums and other attractions with no admission cost. This service allows library cardholders at least 18 years of age and their families to access cultural and educational experiences throughout the area. Bellevue Public Library Patrons can reserve a leisure pass…
by Kristine Woods, Reference Librarian and Homebound Coordinator Are you stuck at home, but find yourself craving lifelong learning, information, entertainment, and recreation? Bellevue Public Library @Home, also known as Homebound, is a delivery service for adult Bellevue residents who are confined to their home or care facility due to a chronic or temporary disability….
The Bellevue Library Foundation (BLF) is participating in the 2024 Midlands Community Foundation(MCF) Matching Charitable Program. This is the major fund-raising activity for the Library Foundationwhich supports the library’s programs and services that benefit all ages. Under the Match Program, MCF will provide matching funds for NEW contributions made to existing andnewly created charitable funds…
by Clair LaCosse, Bellevue Library Circulation Manager The Bellevue Public Library’s new location at 2206 Longo Drive has two drive-thru services. The drive-thru materials return box allows patrons to drop off books, DVDs, and other materials without leaving their vehicles and under the protection of the overhang. Materials can be returned during or after business…
The Bellevue Public Library is closing today, Friday, August 30 at 6pm to move to our new location at 2206 Longo Drive, Suite 100. A big part of the move will involve transferring a collection of over 140,000 books, CDs, DVDs, periodicals, etc., to the new library and making sure that they are in the…
