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Summer Reading Spotlight! As we gear up for summer reading, we want to spotlight some of the fun events and programs happening at the library. Today’s spotlight: Community Partners! Each Wednesday at 10:30 AM we welcome different groups for a fun activity appropriate for all ages. More information can be found here: https://benningtonlibrary.org/summer-reading-2023/ Continue reading Summer Reading Spotlight: Community Partners
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Summer Reading Spotlight! As we gear up for summer reading, we want to spotlight someof the fun events and programs happening at the library. Today’s spotlight is Stop, Top, & Go Ice Cream –an ice cream themed competition for tweens (grades 6-8). This event will take place on Monday, June 19th at 1:30 PM. Get more information on all summer teen activities at: https://benningtonlibrary.org/tween-teen-programs/ Continue reading Summer Reading Spotlight: Stop, Top, & Go
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We are gearing up to host the Friends of the Library Book Sale and can use your help! *If you have books to donate, please bring them to the library by Tuesday, May 30th. *If you’d like to donate your time, the Friends can use your help! Click here to sign up. Click here for more information about library events during Bennington Daze. Continue reading Friends of the Library Book Sale
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Teen Time is canceled for Tuesday, May 23rd and Tuesday, May 30th. It will resume on Tuesday, June 6th. Continue reading Teen Time Canceled 5/23 & 5/30
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Can you believe summer is right around the corner? We have so many fun events and programs planned for readers of all ages! Read on for more information about the Summer Reading Challenge, summer programs & events, and the new Bennington Summer Passport. Summer Reading ChallengeReaders of all ages are invited to participate in our Summer Reading Challenge. Download the Reader Zone app or sign … Continue reading Summer Reading @ the Library
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Your library card now gives you access to the solar system! 🪐 We’ve partnered with the Omaha Astronomical Society to provide our patrons access to this new telescope, complete with a user guide and star maps. Check it out today! Continue reading Check Out Our Telescope!
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Join Bennington Public Library for an afterschool program at Glacier Creek Nature Preserve! Kids learn best by doing and this opportunity to observe butterflies and beetles, utilize microscopes, binoculars, and other scientific tools is a great way for them to get to know the ecology of this restored tall grass prairie, all while developing their S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) skills. Session One, May … Continue reading S.T.E.M. Outside
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April’s Art Show is Arbor Day or tree themed! Pieces that take part in the April Youth Art Show will be displayed by the Bennington Woman’s Club at their CommuniTEA event held in Centennial Park on Saturday, May 6th. Continue reading April’s Theme for the Youth Art Show
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Here are a few new books to check out at the library. Check out our catalog for the most up-to-date list of new additions to our collection! Continue reading New Releases
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We are pleased to welcome New York Times best-selling, 2022 Golden Sower award-winning author April Henry to the Bennington Public Library. Join us for an author visit at the Library on Thursday, April 13th at 7:00 PM. For readers, writers, and big fans of hers, this event is one you won’t want to miss! The author talk will cover elements of her personal journey to … Continue reading Author April Henry is Coming to Bennington
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We are thrilled to host a Volunteer Fair at the Library Community Center on May 6, 2023. If you are a community organization in need of volunteers, this event is for you! Sign up here to participate and connect with local teens and adults who are looking for seasonal, temporary, or on-going volunteer opportunities. If you are looking for volunteer experiences, stay tuned for more … Continue reading Volunteer Fair
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See you this Saturday! Continue reading Read with a Dog
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🍀 March is here! There is a new LitKit in the Children’s section of the library with seasonal reading recommendations and activities. Pick one up today! 🍀 Continue reading March Early Literacy Activity Packet
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Book Madness for YA & Middle Grade Readers Attention YA & Middle Grade readers! Grab a bracket and join our Book Madness. Through the month of March, the top YA & Middle Grade books go head to head – who will end up on top??? To Participate:1. Complete a Book Madness bracket and turn it in at the Library by March 8th. Fill out your bracket with … Continue reading Book Madness @ the Bennington Library
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We are excited to work with the Bennington Woman’s Club to host a contest for youth artists! This contest is open to all Bennington area students, grades K-12. Winners will represent Bennington at the NFWC District Art Show in Bellevue on March 25, 2023, where they will have a chance to win a $50 gift certificate for art supplies from Hobby Lobby. Continue reading Art Contest!
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Blind Date with a Book is back for the month of February! Young Adult readers select a wrapped book – use the hints on front to make your pick. Check the book out and see what you think! Every reader that returns their “Rate your Date” card will get a prize, so even if the date was a bust – you’ll still win! Who knows, … Continue reading Blind Date with a Book
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Our next Youth Art Show is Monday, February 27 from 4-5 PM. Local youth artists ages 8-18 are encouraged to bring their latest work – no registration required! Enjoy January’s pieces on display in the Library all month. Here are just a few of the pieces from January’s show! Continue reading January Youth Art Show
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February’s Early Literacy packet is ready for young readers to pick up! This month’s packetcontains fun reading suggestions, a maze, and a heart hunt – can you find all of the hidden hearts? Continue reading February Early Literacy Kit
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Have you made the switch to the Libby app? It offers the best reading experience for all ages and has the same great content you love in the OverDrive app! Get in-app support with any questions you may have. https://www.overdrive.com/apps/libby/switchtolibby Continue reading Switch to Libby
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Our Youth Art Show is now open to all artists, ages 8-18! No registration required, just bringyour latest masterpiece. Meet the artists during the show, and submissions will be displayed all month atthe library. Our next show is this Monday from 4:00-5:00 PM. Continue reading Youth Art Show
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February 4th (Saturday) 8:30-4:30 at the Bennington Public Library community room. Do you wish you knew what to do or where to go or who to call when you or a friend or family was having a crisis? Perhaps a parent is struggling with dementia, a child is depressed, or a neighbor is battling addiction. You can be empowered here! Are curious about what to … Continue reading Mental Health First Aid
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We are excited to have more fun events and reading in 2023! Continue reading Happy New Year
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Libby will be replacing Overdrive in early 2023, so now is the time to get started. Continue reading Now is the time to switch to Libby!
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Our new catalog has been launched! We’re excited to bring you an enhanced, user-friendly catalog that makes it easier to find and borrow materials from the library! All of your current account information (checkouts, holds, fines, address and phone, etc.) has migrated to the new system. Your library barcode and account password have remained the same. Thank you for your patience with us as we … Continue reading We have a new catalog system!
