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Adult Programs

  • COMMON THREADS CRAFT GROUP
    Calling all yarn and thread crafters! Join crocheters, knitters, loom artists, embroiderers, and others for a fun night of sharing your current projects and good company. Please bring your own supplies. Common Threads is not a library-funded program. Group meets every Tuesday @ 6:00, Ridgway Memorial Library.
  • COMPUTER CLASSES

    Group Computer Classes
    The Reference Department offers beginning computer classes at Hillview Library on the first and second Thursdays of the month from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Space is limited, so registration is required. Sign up or get details at Hillview Library, or contact the BCPL Reference Department at 543-7675 ext. 4.
    • GET CONNECTED!: Basic Computer Skills Class #1  (1st Thursday)
       Learn the basic components of a computer. Become familiar with the keyboard and mouse. Learn how to access the internet. Discover the basics of searching the internet. Understand the basics of navigating a website.
    • NEXT UP!: Basic Computer Skills Class #2  (2nd Thursday)
      Become familiar with the start menu and control panel. Set a new homepage and open multiple tabs and/or windows. Learn more searching tips and tricks. Learn to open and save a Word document and discuss different external storage devices. Learn to cut, copy, and paste. Set up and navigate a free e-mail account; send an attachment. Discover Skype and chat/IM.

    • One-on-One Classes
    Do you need one-on-one help with your beginning or intermediate computer skills? We can help. For an appointment, contact the Reference Desk at 543-7675 ext. 4.

     Open Lab at Hillview Library
    Drop in on Thursdays (12:00–8:00 p.m.) for basic computer help. Adults may also drop in on Tuesdays from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. for assistance or to work independently. From 3:00 to 5:00 on Tuesdays, the lab is reserved for teens for homework help or independent work.
  • CROCHET FOR BEGINNERS
    **NOW SCHEDULING FOR ALL LOCATIONS
    3-part beginners' crochet class with Instructor Linda Floyd. All materials will be provided, but space is limited. Meeting locations and dates will be determined based on registration.
  • LET'S TALK ABOUT IT
    Book Discussion Group led by Diane Calhoun-French. Meets once a month through most of the year. More details.
  • VETERANS' HISTORY PROJECT
     We are making video records of veterans service during the war time. We are especially looking for WWII veterans. Please contact Allison at 543-7675 ext. 5 to schedule an appointment.
  • WRITING CONTEST
    Our 2012 annual writing contest has now ended. You can find a history of past winners on our Annual Writing Contest page.

Family Programs

  • FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT  Ridgway Memorial Library 6 p.m.
    The 4th Thursday of each month.* We usually show a recently released to DVD movie suitable for family viewing.  Register Online 
    *Due to holidays or library closings, the Family Movie may be rescheduled for an alternate date.
  • FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT  Hillview Library 6 p.m.
    The 2nd Tuesday of each month.* We usually show a recently released to DVD movie suitable for family viewing. Register Online 
    *Due to holidays or library closings, the Family Movie may be rescheduled for an alternate date.
  • FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT  Lebanon Junction Library 6 p.m.
    The 2nd Thursday of each month.* We usually show a recently released to DVD movie suitable for family viewing. Register Online 
    *Due to holidays or library closings, the Family Movie may be rescheduled for an alternate date.

Teen Programs

For details and more special teen events, please see our Teen Programs page!

  • ANIME MANGA JK-DRAMA GROUP
    We delve into the world of manga, anime, J and K–Pop, and more.  Middle school ages and up.
    We now have groups meeting at two Library locations:
     @Ridgway Memorial Library - JK-Drama begins at 5 p.m. every 1st and 3rd Thursday. Anime meeting from 6 p.m.–8 p.m.
    @Hillview Library - JK-Drama begins at 5 p.m. on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. Anime meeting from 6pm - 8pm
  • TEEN ACTING SPACE
    Calling all aspiring actors and theater buffs! Practice performing favorite monologues and musical theater numbers in a safe, friendly atmosphere. Middle and high school ages. Register online or for more information please call the Outreach Department at 543-7675 ext. 5 or e-mail outreach@bcplib.org.
  • TEEN SUMMER READING
    This is a FREE summer program for middle and high school ages. Our 2013 slogan for teens will be "Beneath the Surface." The program will kick off in June 2013!
 

Children's Programs

For more details and special upcoming events, please visit our Kids' Programs page!

  • STORYHOUR
    A weekly school-year program for 3 - 5 year old children and their caregivers. Programs include a wide variety of activities including reading books, doing crafts and other fun project. This is a great way for parents or grandparents to enjoy doing guided activities with their child and have fun at the same time!
  • TODDLER STORYTIME
    A weekly school-year program for children from birth to 2 years of age and their caregivers.
  • SUMMER READING PROGRAM
    Summer reading is a FREE program every summer for elementary age children (K–5). There are stories, crafts, and other activities. All participants are awarded coupons and prizes.

last updated 4/9/2013