Library Closed October 24 - No Water
Due to a scheduled shut down of the water main, the Library will be closed all day, Monday, Oct 24. We are sorry for the inconvenience. Normal library hours will resume Tuesday, Oct. 25.
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COVID-19 Test Kits Available
The Library has a limited supply of at-home rapid COVID test kits. Distribution of the rapid test kits is through curbside service only. Call the library at 740-676-9421 before planning a visit to make sure kits are still available, then stay in your car upon arrival and call the library to let staff members know you are here to pick up test kits.
Now Available At BPL: Wireless Hotspots
Bellaire Public Library received a grant from T-Mobile for the funding of these wireless hotspots to provide electronic connections to the Internet for school staff, students and library patrons who do not have access to the Internet. See link for more information.
Great Stone Viaduct Winter Lecture Series Now Available Online
Thank you for making this year's series a great success! The 2022 Great Stone Viaduct Winter Lecture Series Programs are now available to view online. See link for details.
Lil' Bookworms Story Time
Join Miss Bri for an evening of reading, crafts, and fun! Monday nights at 5:30 throughout April. Registration required. Limit of 10 children.
Ohio Department of Health Testing Site
This Ohio Department of Health website features a searchable map of testing locations, as well as where at-home testing kits may be available. See below for link.
Free COVID Test Kits Website
Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests, all that is required is your name and address. The tests are completely free and are shipped within 7-12 days. See link below to sign up for yours today.
Christmas Craft Night
Join Miss Bri for a fun night of crafting on Wednesday, December 15th. Ages 5-10. Registration required. (Limit 25)
Christmas Movie Night
Join us on Wednesday, December 8th, for the classic film "Dr Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas."
On Display Now: Model Cars on Loan from Chuck Jenkins
Stop in and see the current display, a collection of model cars on loan from Chuck Jenkins, the majority of which were assembled and painted by him!
Starting in mid-January, we will be offering two Story Times. One on Thursdays evening at 5 pm and one on Friday mornings at 10:30 am. We hope to see Bellaire area kids ages 3 to 5 for some reading, crafts, and fun with Miss Bri! After our final Story Time of 2022, Lil' Bookworms will return in mid-January.
Join for the return of the GSV Winter Lecture Series in 2023! Featuring presentations of local historical and community topics, these programs are held on Wednesday nights at 6 pm in the Community Room on the lower level of the Library throughout the months of February and March. All Winter Lecture Series programs are free for the public to attend. First program is Feb. 1!
To compliment the lecture “Thanks for the Memories-Bob Hope in Bellaire” presented Wednesday, February 1, by Attorney Daniel L. Frizzi, Jr. at at the first program of the 2023 Great Stone Viaduct Lecture Series, the Library will host a public viewing of the Bob Hope movie, "My Favorite Spy" on Thursday, February 2. The 90 minute viewing will start at 6 pm in the Community Room of the Library's lower level. Popcorn and light refreshments will be provided.
Join our team! The Bellaire Public Library is currently seeking a full-time Assistant Director. Please click the link below for job description/requirements and to download an applications. Applications may also be filled out in person at the Library.