Bellingham Public Library – Central Library
210 Central Ave., Bellingham, WA
Phone:
1-(360)-778-7323
Website:
www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org
Other Upcoming Events
Finding Funders for Your Nonprofit
Class/Workshop
Learn how to use the new Foundation Directory Online (FDO) to find grant money for your nonprofit in this free class. The FDO is a searchable collection of profiles of 140,000 grantmakers and foundations. You can create searches to find grantmakers who care about the services your nonprofit provides and the populations you serve. Class includes hands-on practice. Register by emailing or calling Deborah Brewer at dbrewer@cob.org or 360-778-7210. The Foundation Directory Online is funded by a grant from the Whatcom Community Foundation.
Information:
• Thu 4/25/19 at 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Time for Tales
Children, For the Family
Join us for engaging stories, songs, and a fun craft.
Information:
• Thu 4/25/19 at 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Preschool Storytime
Children, For the Family
Stories, songs, finger plays, movement, and a simple craft.
Information:
• Thu 4/25/19 at 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM11:00 AM11:30 AM
Kaleidoscope Play and Learn
Children, Family/Child, Parents/Parenting
This is a storytime and facilitated play experience for young children who are NOT enrolled in a preschool program and the adults who take care of them. Come enjoy stories, songs, play and activities!
Information:
• Fri 4/26/19 at 10:05 AM - 11:05 AM11:20 AM12:20 AM
Community Conversations
Meeting, Community Event
What do you care about? Libraries can help. Join us to talk about your aspirations for our community and how we can work together to strengthen it. We are hosting meetings this spring as part of planning for the library’s future. Each 90-minute group “Community Conversation” is a chance for us to better understand people’s hopes for their community, the concerns they have, and what they believe might make a difference. Our goal is to gather public knowledge, then determine where the library can help, as part of our strategic plan. Please join us for a conversation -- this is a rewarding way to meet other community members and contribute your ideas. More details about the project at bellinghampubliclibrary.org. For questions about these meetings, contact Janice Keller, 360-778-7206 or jkeller@cob.org.
Information:
• Sat 4/27/19 at 1:30 PM - 3:15 PM
Preschool Storytime
Children, For the Family
Stories, songs, finger plays, movement, and a simple craft.
Information:
• Mon 4/29/19 at 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM3:00 PM3:45 PM
WSU Whatcom Master Gardener Diagnostic Plant Clinic
Gardening, Class/Workshop
Have gardening, plant or insect problems? Master Gardener volunteers will be available to provide free diagnosis and advice to your gardening related questions.
Information:
• Mon 4/29/19 at 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Intermediate English Conversation Class
Class/Workshop
Intermediate English Conversation Class is offered by the Whatcom Literacy Council for people who want to practice speaking English. It is facilitated by a trained volunteer who will lead the class. The class will focus on reading, writing and speaking about everyday activities, American Culture, and current events. The class takes place in an open setting. The program is for intermediate levels. Contact Gloria Garcia at sgc@whatcomliteracy.org or 360-752-8679 for more information.
Information:
• Mon 4/29/19 at 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Little Storytime
For the Family, Children
Simple stories, songs, finger and lap play and creative movement. Lots of fun! Please choose the one session per week that works best for your family.
Information:
• Mon 4/29/19 at 10:05 AM - 10:35 AM10:35 AM11:05 AM• Mon 4/29/19 at 11:05 AM - 11:35 AM• Tue 4/30/19 at 10:05 AM - 10:35 AM10:35 AM11:05 AM• Tue 4/30/19 at 11:05 AM - 11:35 AM
Chair Tai Chi
Health & Wellness/Nutrition, Meeting, Class/Workshop, Yoga/Pilates/Tai Chi
Chair Tai Chi uses all of the concepts and flowing choreographed movements of standing Tai Chi except it is performed in a seated position. Chair Tai Chi is a good mind body exercise for people of all ages. It is often called “Meditation in Motion” because it connects the mind and the body to achieve health and well-being. Chair Chi, as it is often called, is an excellent exercise for people who may have concerns about balance and want to improve their stability. For some, these concerns arise after a fall and worry that it might happen again. For others, arthritis or other physical issues prevent standing and moving for lengths of time. Chair Chi is perfect for people who live in small places but want to do a daily exercise. In this session, the presenter will teach the participants a set of movements that can be done at home. Take-home materials will be provided. For more information, contact Jenni at jjohnson@cob.org or 360-778-7217.
Information:
• Tue 4/30/19 at 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Shibashi Tai Chi
Health & Wellness/Nutrition, Class/Workshop
Shibashi is one of the most popular qigong sets in the world and can be performed seated or standing. This session will lead the participants through 18 movements that are gentle and peaceful. With a focus on breathing, the movements may reduce stress; improve concentration, calm emotions, increase energy and overall flexibility leading to better health and wellbeing. No registration required.
Information:
• Tue 4/30/19 at 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Baby Time
Parents/Parenting, Family/Child, Children
Baby Time focuses on the interaction between parent and child. Bring a blanket and we will do fun rhymes, songs, bounces, movement and stories! Pre-registration is required - space is limited! To register, please visit the Children's Library or call 778-7200.
Information:
• Tue 4/30/19 at 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Community Conversations
Meeting, Community Event
What do you care about? Libraries can help. Join us to talk about your aspirations for our community and how we can work together to strengthen it. We are hosting meetings this spring as part of planning for the library’s future. Each 90-minute group “Community Conversation” is a chance for us to better understand people’s hopes for their community, the concerns they have, and what they believe might make a difference. Our goal is to gather public knowledge, then determine where the library can help, as part of our strategic plan. Please join us for a conversation -- this is a rewarding way to meet other community members and contribute your ideas. More details about the project at bellinghampubliclibrary.org. For questions about these meetings, contact Janice Keller, 360-778-7206 or jkeller@cob.org.
Information:
• Tue 4/30/19 at 6:00 PM - 7:45 PM
Kaleidoscope Play and Learn
Children, Family/Child, Parents/Parenting
This is a storytime and facilitated play experience for young children who are NOT enrolled in a preschool program and the adults who take care of them. Come enjoy stories, songs, play and activities!
Information:
• Wed 5/1/19 at 10:05 AM - 11:05 AM11:20 AM12:20 PM
Little Storytime
For the Family, Children
Simple stories, songs, finger and lap play and creative movement. Lots of fun! Please choose the one session per week that works best for your family.
Information:
• Wed 5/1/19 at 10:05 AM - 10:35 AM10:35 AM11:05 AM• Wed 5/1/19 at 11:05 AM - 11:35 AM
Experience Brain Fitness
Class/Workshop, Health & Wellness/Nutrition
Keeping your brain fit by learning new skills, exercising your memories and challenging your brain to adapt and change can help delay or prevent the onset of memory challenges. No matter what your age, you can change and strengthen your brain! Come and get your brain loose and limber with fun brain training games and exercises led by Certified Brain Fitness Trainer Dawn Anderson. Adults of all ages welcome.
Information:
• Thu 5/2/19 at 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Time for Tales
Children, For the Family
Join us for engaging stories, songs, and a fun craft.
Information:
• Thu 5/2/19 at 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Preschool Storytime
Children, For the Family
Stories, songs, finger plays, movement, and a simple craft.
Information:
• Thu 5/2/19 at 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM11:00 AM11:30 AM
Kaleidoscope Play and Learn
Children, Family/Child, Parents/Parenting
This is a storytime and facilitated play experience for young children who are NOT enrolled in a preschool program and the adults who take care of them. Come enjoy stories, songs, play and activities!
Information:
• Fri 5/3/19 at 10:05 AM - 11:05 AM11:20 AM12:20 PM
Small Looms Clinic for Weavers
Folk Art/Crafts, Class/Workshop
Join members of the Whatcom Weavers Guild in the SkillShare Space at the Central Library, as they work on projects on their small looms. If you have a small loom or want to try out one of the demonstration looms, please join us! If you need troubleshooting for your current or next project, we would be happy to try and help.
Information:
• Sat 5/4/19 at 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Birchwood Garden Club's 27th Annual Plant Sale
Gardening
Birchwood Garden Club's 27th Annual Plant Sale will be held Saturday, May 4, 2019 from 9:00 AM until noon at the downtown Bellingham Public Library, 210 Central Avenue, lower level. We will have a wide variety of shrubs, trees, roses, perennials, annuals, veggie starts, pots, books and and choice selection from our member's gardens. Proceeds from the sale benefit numerous community organizations including the Whatcom Museum and Bellingham Public Library gardens along with donations of gardening literature for both adults and children at the library. Please come early for best selection.
Information:
• Sat 5/4/19 at 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Preschool Storytime
Children, Social Event, Community Event, Children's Arts/Crafts, Family/Child (Books), Family/Child
Bring your preschoolers for a morning of stories, music, and songs, followed by a fun craft! This program promotes early literacy skills that will help them be successful in Kindergarten and beyond. (Ages 2-6)
Information:
• Mon 5/6/19 at 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM3:00 PM3:45 PM
WSU Whatcom Master Gardener Diagnostic Plant Clinic
Gardening, Class/Workshop
Have gardening, plant or insect problems? Master Gardener volunteers will be available to provide free diagnosis and advice to your gardening related questions.
Information:
• Mon 5/6/19 at 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Baby Time
Parents/Parenting, Family/Child, Children
Baby Time focuses on the interaction between parent and child. Bring a blanket and we will do fun rhymes, songs, bounces, movement and stories! Pre-registration is required - space is limited! To register, please visit the Children's Library or call 778-7200.
Information:
• Tue 5/7/19 at 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Builders Club
Children, For the Family
Enjoy open and creative play. All supplies are provided: a variety of Lego and Duplo bricks, straw connectors and more. Bring your creativity.
Information:
• Tue 5/7/19 at 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Shibashi Tai Chi
Health & Wellness/Nutrition, Class/Workshop
Shibashi is one of the most popular qigong sets in the world and can be performed seated or standing. This session will lead the participants through 18 movements that are gentle and peaceful. With a focus on breathing, the movements may reduce stress; improve concentration, calm emotions, increase energy and overall flexibility leading to better health and wellbeing. No registration required.
Information:
• Tue 5/7/19 at 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Home Item Repair Workshop
Class/Workshop
Bring your broken household items to the SkillShare Space at the Central Library and work with skilled volunteers from NW Free Repairs to learn how to repair them. Volunteers have experience repairing common household items such as toys, small kitchen appliances, electric tools and many other items that would otherwise end up in a landfill. Please note: broken items may not be dropped off to be repaired. Owners must be willing to participate in making the repairs with the assistance of the volunteers. For more information about NW Free Repairs, please visit https://nwfreerepairs.wordpress.com/blog/
Information:
• Tue 5/7/19 at 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Chair Tai Chi
Health & Wellness/Nutrition, Meeting, Class/Workshop, Yoga/Pilates/Tai Chi
Chair Tai Chi uses all of the concepts and flowing choreographed movements of standing Tai Chi except it is performed in a seated position. Chair Tai Chi is a good mind body exercise for people of all ages. It is often called “Meditation in Motion” because it connects the mind and the body to achieve health and well-being. Chair Chi, as it is often called, is an excellent exercise for people who may have concerns about balance and want to improve their stability. For some, these concerns arise after a fall and worry that it might happen again. For others, arthritis or other physical issues prevent standing and moving for lengths of time. Chair Chi is perfect for people who live in small places but want to do a daily exercise. In this session, the presenter will teach the participants a set of movements that can be done at home. Take-home materials will be provided. For more information, contact Jenni at jjohnson@cob.org or 360-778-7217.
Information:
• Tue 5/7/19 at 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Little Storytime
For the Family, Children
Simple stories, songs, finger and lap play and creative movement. Lots of fun! Please choose the one session per week that works best for your family.
Information:
• Mon 5/6/19 - Wed 5/8/19 at 10:05 AM - 10:35 AM10:35 AM11:05 AM• Mon 5/6/19 - Wed 5/8/19 at 11:05 AM - 11:35 AM
Tech Basics Coaching
Computers/Technology, Class/Workshop
Need help with basic computer, tablet, Internet, streaming, and downloading skills? Sign up for a free, one-on-one coaching session with a Librarian or Volunteer Tech Helper. Sessions offered each week. We can coach you on: Windows basics, Internet and browser skills, using a tablet or eReader, setting up and using email, Internet searching and safety, setting up social media accounts, and downloading or streaming free library digital material to your computer, tablet, or mobile device. The library has eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines to download or stream. Contact Deborah at dbrewer@cob.org or 360-778-7210 for more information.
Information:
• Wed 5/8/19 at 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Kaleidoscope Play and Learn
Children, Family/Child, Parents/Parenting
This is a storytime and facilitated play experience for young children who are NOT enrolled in a preschool program and the adults who take care of them. Come enjoy stories, songs, play and activities!
Information:
• Wed 5/8/19 at 10:05 AM - 11:05 AM11:20 AM12:20 PM
Time for Tales
Children, For the Family
Join us for engaging stories, songs, and a fun craft.
Information:
• Thu 5/9/19 at 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Preschool Storytime
Children, For the Family
Stories, songs, finger plays, movement, and a simple craft.
Information:
• Thu 5/9/19 at 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM11:00 AM11:30 AM
Experience Brain Fitness
Class/Workshop, Health & Wellness/Nutrition
Keeping your brain fit by learning new skills, exercising your memories and challenging your brain to adapt and change can help delay or prevent the onset of memory challenges. No matter what your age, you can change and strengthen your brain! Come and get your brain loose and limber with fun brain training games and exercises led by Certified Brain Fitness Trainer Dawn Anderson. Adults of all ages welcome.
Information:
• Thu 5/9/19 at 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Kaleidoscope Play and Learn
Children, Family/Child, Parents/Parenting
This is a storytime and facilitated play experience for young children who are NOT enrolled in a preschool program and the adults who take care of them. Come enjoy stories, songs, play and activities!
Information:
• Fri 5/10/19 at 10:05 AM - 11:05 AM11:20 AM12:20 PM
Builders Club
Children, For the Family
Enjoy open and creative play. All supplies are provided: a variety of Lego and Duplo bricks, straw connectors and more. Bring your creativity.
Information:
• Sat 5/11/19 at 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
WSU Whatcom Master Gardener Diagnostic Plant Clinic
Gardening, Class/Workshop
Have gardening, plant or insect problems? Master Gardener volunteers will be available to provide free diagnosis and advice to your gardening related questions.
Information:
• Mon 5/13/19 at 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Out & About
Meeting
A peer support group for people with disabilities, this group's mission is to combat isolation by providing social opportunities and increase access for people with disabilities. This group meets on the 2nd Monday of every month in the Lecture Room at the Central Library and is sponsored by the Center for Independence. Please call 360-393-3890 if you are interested in attending.
Information:
• Mon 5/13/19 at 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Intermediate English Conversation Class
Class/Workshop
Intermediate English Conversation Class is offered by the Whatcom Literacy Council for people who want to practice speaking English. It is facilitated by a trained volunteer who will lead the class. The class will focus on reading, writing and speaking about everyday activities, American Culture, and current events. The class takes place in an open setting. The program is for intermediate levels. Contact Gloria Garcia at sgc@whatcomliteracy.org or 360-752-8679 for more information.
Information:
• Mon 5/13/19 at 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Home Item Repair Workshop
Class/Workshop
Bring your broken household items to the SkillShare Space at the Central Library and work with skilled volunteers from NW Free Repairs to learn how to repair them. Volunteers have experience repairing common household items such as toys, small kitchen appliances, electric tools and many other items that would otherwise end up in a landfill. Please note: broken items may not be dropped off to be repaired. Owners must be willing to participate in making the repairs with the assistance of the volunteers. For more information about NW Free Repairs, please visit https://nwfreerepairs.wordpress.com/blog/
Information:
• Tue 5/14/19 at 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Chair Tai Chi
Health & Wellness/Nutrition, Meeting, Class/Workshop, Yoga/Pilates/Tai Chi
Chair Tai Chi uses all of the concepts and flowing choreographed movements of standing Tai Chi except it is performed in a seated position. Chair Tai Chi is a good mind body exercise for people of all ages. It is often called “Meditation in Motion” because it connects the mind and the body to achieve health and well-being. Chair Chi, as it is often called, is an excellent exercise for people who may have concerns about balance and want to improve their stability. For some, these concerns arise after a fall and worry that it might happen again. For others, arthritis or other physical issues prevent standing and moving for lengths of time. Chair Chi is perfect for people who live in small places but want to do a daily exercise. In this session, the presenter will teach the participants a set of movements that can be done at home. Take-home materials will be provided. For more information, contact Jenni at jjohnson@cob.org or 360-778-7217.
Information:
• Tue 5/14/19 at 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Shibashi Tai Chi
Health & Wellness/Nutrition, Class/Workshop
Shibashi is one of the most popular qigong sets in the world and can be performed seated or standing. This session will lead the participants through 18 movements that are gentle and peaceful. With a focus on breathing, the movements may reduce stress; improve concentration, calm emotions, increase energy and overall flexibility leading to better health and wellbeing. No registration required.
Information:
• Tue 5/14/19 at 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Baby Time
Parents/Parenting, Family/Child, Children
Baby Time focuses on the interaction between parent and child. Bring a blanket and we will do fun rhymes, songs, bounces, movement and stories! Pre-registration is required - space is limited! To register, please visit the Children's Library or call 778-7200.
Information:
• Tue 5/14/19 at 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Community Conversations
Community Event, Meeting
What do you care about? Libraries can help. Join us to talk about your aspirations for our community and how we can work together to strengthen it. The Bellingham Public Library is hosting meetings this spring as part of planning for the library’s future. Each 90-minute group “Community Conversation” is a chance for us to better understand people’s hopes for their community, the concerns they have, and what they believe might make a difference. Our goal is to gather public knowledge, then determine where the library can help, as part of our strategic plan. Please join us for a conversation -- this is a rewarding way to meet other community members and contribute your ideas. For a listing of additional sessions, and more details about the project, visit bellinghampubliclibrary.org. For questions about these meetings, contact Janice Keller, 360-778-7206 or jkeller@cob.org.
Information:
• Thu 5/16/19 at 10:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Experience Brain Fitness
Class/Workshop, Health & Wellness/Nutrition
Keeping your brain fit by learning new skills, exercising your memories and challenging your brain to adapt and change can help delay or prevent the onset of memory challenges. No matter what your age, you can change and strengthen your brain! Come and get your brain loose and limber with fun brain training games and exercises led by Certified Brain Fitness Trainer Dawn Anderson. Adults of all ages welcome.
Information:
• Thu 5/16/19 at 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Finding Funders for Your Nonprofit
Class/Workshop
Learn how to use the new Foundation Directory Online (FDO) to find grant money for your nonprofit in this free class. The FDO is a searchable collection of profiles of 140,000 grantmakers and foundations. You can create searches to find grantmakers who care about the services your nonprofit provides and the populations you serve. Class includes hands-on practice. Register by emailing or calling Deborah Brewer at dbrewer@cob.org or 360-778-7210. The Foundation Directory Online is funded by a grant from the Whatcom Community Foundation.
Information:
• Thu 5/16/19 at 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Street Law/Access ID
Talks/Lectures
Law Advocates provide free legal advice and work with low income individuals to gain the proper documents needed to get a state ID card.
Information:
• Sat 5/18/19 at 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Intermediate English Conversation Class
Class/Workshop
Intermediate English Conversation Class is offered by the Whatcom Literacy Council for people who want to practice speaking English. It is facilitated by a trained volunteer who will lead the class. The class will focus on reading, writing and speaking about everyday activities, American Culture, and current events. The class takes place in an open setting. The program is for intermediate levels. Contact Gloria Garcia at sgc@whatcomliteracy.org or 360-752-8679 for more information.
Information:
• Mon 5/20/19 at 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
WSU Whatcom Master Gardener Diagnostic Plant Clinic
Gardening, Class/Workshop
Have gardening, plant or insect problems? Master Gardener volunteers will be available to provide free diagnosis and advice to your gardening related questions.
Information:
• Mon 5/20/19 at 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Teen Game Night
Social Event
Join us for a night of games and snacks.
Information:
• Mon 5/20/19 at 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Artist Workshop
Class/Workshop
In this low key painting workshop, you can paint with artist Neal Cronic, or visit and watch him paint. Enjoy discussing a variety of painting ideas and techniques. Interested in painting along with Neal as he paints? Feel free to bring water based painting materials of your own and join in. Materials can be provided to those without by the artist when available.
Information:
• Tue 5/21/19 at 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Shibashi Tai Chi
Health & Wellness/Nutrition, Class/Workshop
Shibashi is one of the most popular qigong sets in the world and can be performed seated or standing. This session will lead the participants through 18 movements that are gentle and peaceful. With a focus on breathing, the movements may reduce stress; improve concentration, calm emotions, increase energy and overall flexibility leading to better health and wellbeing. No registration required.
Information:
• Tue 5/21/19 at 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Bellingham Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Meeting
Bellingham Public Library Board of Trustees meeting.
Information:
• Tue 5/21/19 at 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Chair Tai Chi
Health & Wellness/Nutrition, Meeting, Class/Workshop, Yoga/Pilates/Tai Chi
Chair Tai Chi uses all of the concepts and flowing choreographed movements of standing Tai Chi except it is performed in a seated position. Chair Tai Chi is a good mind body exercise for people of all ages. It is often called “Meditation in Motion” because it connects the mind and the body to achieve health and well-being. Chair Chi, as it is often called, is an excellent exercise for people who may have concerns about balance and want to improve their stability. For some, these concerns arise after a fall and worry that it might happen again. For others, arthritis or other physical issues prevent standing and moving for lengths of time. Chair Chi is perfect for people who live in small places but want to do a daily exercise. In this session, the presenter will teach the participants a set of movements that can be done at home. Take-home materials will be provided. For more information, contact Jenni at jjohnson@cob.org or 360-778-7217.
Information:
• Tue 5/21/19 at 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Tech Basics Coaching
Computers/Technology, Class/Workshop
Need help with basic computer, tablet, Internet, streaming, and downloading skills? Sign up for a free, one-on-one coaching session with a Librarian or Volunteer Tech Helper. Sessions offered each week. We can coach you on: Windows basics, Internet and browser skills, using a tablet or eReader, setting up and using email, Internet searching and safety, setting up social media accounts, and downloading or streaming free library digital material to your computer, tablet, or mobile device. The library has eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines to download or stream. Contact Deborah at dbrewer@cob.org or 360-778-7210 for more information.
Information:
• Wed 5/22/19 at 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Experience Brain Fitness
Class/Workshop, Health & Wellness/Nutrition
Keeping your brain fit by learning new skills, exercising your memories and challenging your brain to adapt and change can help delay or prevent the onset of memory challenges. No matter what your age, you can change and strengthen your brain! Come and get your brain loose and limber with fun brain training games and exercises led by Certified Brain Fitness Trainer Dawn Anderson. Adults of all ages welcome.
Information:
• Thu 5/23/19 at 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Friends of the Library Ski to Sea Book Sale
Benefit/Fundraiser, Community Event
Used books, DVDs, CDs and more - large selection for all ages and most items $1. Tables are continuously restocked each day of the sale. For information, contact the Friends at 360-778-7250 or friendslibrary3@gmail.com.
Information:
• Wed 5/22/19 - Fri 5/24/19 at 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friends of the Library Ski to Sea Book Sale
Benefit/Fundraiser, Community Event
Used books, DVDs, CDs and more - large selection for all ages and most items $1. Tables are continuously restocked each day of the sale. For information, contact the Friends at 360-778-7250 or friendslibrary3@gmail.com.
Information:
• Sat 5/25/19 at 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Friends of the Bellingham Public Library Ski to Sea Book Sale
Benefit/Fundraiser
The Friends of the Bellingham Public Library are having their Ski to Sea Book Sale. It begins on Wednesday, May 22 and runs through Saturday, May 25. As usual, there is a large selection of books and media for all ages. Tables are re-stocked continually. The hours are: Wednesday and Thursday, May 22 and 23: 10:00am - 6:00pm Friday, May 24: 10:00am - 6:00pm – Half Price Sale. The $4 for a bag sale will be Saturday, May 25: 10:00am - 1:00pm. The sale is held downstairs in the Central Library at 210 Central Avenue. All proceeds benefit the library. For more information contact: friendslibrary3@gmail.com.
Information:
• Wed 5/22/19 - Sat 5/25/19 at 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Shibashi Tai Chi
Health & Wellness/Nutrition, Class/Workshop
Shibashi is one of the most popular qigong sets in the world and can be performed seated or standing. This session will lead the participants through 18 movements that are gentle and peaceful. With a focus on breathing, the movements may reduce stress; improve concentration, calm emotions, increase energy and overall flexibility leading to better health and wellbeing. No registration required.
Information:
• Tue 5/28/19 at 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Bellingham Reads Book Discussion Group
Meeting
Join the library sponsored book discussion group for adults to talk about Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi. This group meets on the 4th Tuesday of every month. New members are very welcome! For more information, contact Suzanne at 360-778-7236.
Information:
• Tue 5/28/19 at 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Artist Workshop
Class/Workshop
In this low key painting workshop, you can paint with artist Neal Cronic, or visit and watch him paint. Enjoy discussing a variety of painting ideas and techniques. Interested in painting along with Neal as he paints? Feel free to bring water based painting materials of your own and join in. Materials can be provided to those without by the artist when available.
Information:
• Tue 5/28/19 at 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Chair Tai Chi
Health & Wellness/Nutrition, Meeting, Class/Workshop, Yoga/Pilates/Tai Chi
Chair Tai Chi uses all of the concepts and flowing choreographed movements of standing Tai Chi except it is performed in a seated position. Chair Tai Chi is a good mind body exercise for people of all ages. It is often called “Meditation in Motion” because it connects the mind and the body to achieve health and well-being. Chair Chi, as it is often called, is an excellent exercise for people who may have concerns about balance and want to improve their stability. For some, these concerns arise after a fall and worry that it might happen again. For others, arthritis or other physical issues prevent standing and moving for lengths of time. Chair Chi is perfect for people who live in small places but want to do a daily exercise. In this session, the presenter will teach the participants a set of movements that can be done at home. Take-home materials will be provided. For more information, contact Jenni at jjohnson@cob.org or 360-778-7217.
Information:
• Tue 5/28/19 at 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Experience Brain Fitness
Class/Workshop, Health & Wellness/Nutrition
Keeping your brain fit by learning new skills, exercising your memories and challenging your brain to adapt and change can help delay or prevent the onset of memory challenges. No matter what your age, you can change and strengthen your brain! Come and get your brain loose and limber with fun brain training games and exercises led by Certified Brain Fitness Trainer Dawn Anderson. Adults of all ages welcome.
Information:
• Thu 5/30/19 at 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Bellingham Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Meeting
Bellingham Public Library Board of Trustees meeting.
Information:
• Tue 6/18/19 at 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM• Tue 7/16/19 at 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM• Tue 8/20/19 at 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM• Tue 9/17/19 at 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM• Tue 10/15/19 at 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM• Tue 11/19/19 at 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM• Tue 12/17/19 at 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM