Bell Memorial Public Library
"When I got my library card, that's when my life began" ~Rita Mae Brown
Join us for these FREE Programs
Questions about Library Programs?
AGES:
Kids 3-2nd grade
Jr. 3rd-6th grade
YA 7th-12th grade
Adults 19+
Adult & Children Contact: Pat
plancet@bell.lib.in.us
Junior & YA
Contact: Rachel
rjohnson@bell.lib.in.us
or call 574-893-3200.
Candy Bar Bingo
Thursday, November 6 in the large conference Room.
Seniors: 1-2pm
Other ages: 5:30-6:30pm
Senior Exercise Clas
Start Date: October 27 Time: 1-2pm Mondays & Wednesdays
This program is presented in cooperation with the Kosciusko County YMCA and K21 Foundation
9 to 5
Movie Mania
Join us Thursday, November 13 in the Large Conference Room at 1pm for 9-5.
Three female secretaries decide to get revenge on their tyrannical, sexist boss by abducting him and running the business themselves. The trio spend a night together having drug induced fantasies of killing the slave driving chauvinist. One of them panics the following day when she suspects she really has poisoned the tyrant. Popcorn and water will be provided.
Book Club
Tuesday, November 11 from 5:30-7pm in the Large Conf. Rm. we will be discussing Under the Tulip Tree by Michelle Shocklee.
16 year old Lorena Leland’s dreams of a rich and fulfilling life as a writer are dashed when the stock market crashes in 1929. Seven years into the Great Depression, Rena’s banker father has retreated into the bottle, her sister is married to a lazy charlatan and gambler, Rena is an unemployed newspaper reporter. Eager for any writing job, Rena accepts a position interviewing former slaves for the Federal Writer’s Project. There she meets Frankie Washington, a 101 year old woman whose honest yet tragic past captivates Rena.
Programs
Story Hour
Every Friday at 10am in the Children's Room
Preschool age kids can enjoy a story and a craft.
Open Craft Night
Monday, November 10 from 2-6:30pm in the Maker Space for Open Craft Night! All ages welcome. Children under 8 need adult supervision. Turn your imagination into inspiration. Various craft supplies will be provided.
Beginning ASL Class
This is a free class where we will learn basic ASL, including the alphabet, numbers, commonly used signs/phrases. This class is for those who need a refresher or are first time learners. The goal is to be able to hold a basic conversation with a Deaf person. Deaf culture will be introduced as well. There will be a limit of 15 people. Registration is required. We will meet in the Large Conference Room from 6-7pm Wednesdays:
10/1 10/22
10/8 10/29
10/15 11/5
Color, Cupcakes & Creativity
Thursday, November 20 from 1-5:30pm or until supplies last. Located in the Large conference room
Snack N Book
Wednesday, November 26 from 1pm until gone. (1 per patron) Grab a pack of goldfish crackers in the Lobby with a featured short story! The Secret Goldfish: 4th grader Sawyer swears his goldfish can wink, fly at night, and help with math. Soon the whole school is buzzing with wonder.
Closed for Thanksgiving
November 27&28
Library Board Meeting
The last Monday of every month at 6:30pm in the Large Conference Room
Wicked Part 1
Thursday, November 13 at 4pm in the Large Conference Room, we will be watching Wicked Part 1.
Misunderstood because of her green skin, a young woman named Elphaba forges an unlikely but profound friendship with Glinda, a student with unflinching desire for popularity. Following an encounter with the Wizard of Oz, their relationship soon reaches a crossroad as their lives begin to take very different paths.
The Library at your fingertips
Download the Libby and Hoopla apps for access to ebooks, audios and more!
Contact us if you need your Libby account activated.
Stephen Boggs: Director sboggs@bell.lib.in.us
Phone: (574)893-3200
Fax: (574)353-1307
"The only thing you absolutely have to know, is the location of the library." ~Albert Einstein
The Kosciusko County Community Foundation is starting a program to help kids learn about generosity and philanthropy. It's never to early to start helping others! it is not about the donation but instead about learning how you can help.
Donations will go towards Junior Achievement, Boomerang Backpacks, and Big Brothers Big Sisters. Find the banks with information in our lobby.