In honor of Veterans Day, the library will be closed on Tuesday, November 11th. We take this time to recognize and thank all who have served in the armed forces. As part of our tribute, we invite you to join us the day before for a special Veterans Day concert performed by the Shadyside Community […]
The library will be closed on Thursday, November 27th, in observance of Thanksgiving. As we gather with loved ones to reflect on the season, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to our patrons for being such a cherished part of our community. Your support, curiosity, and love of learning inspire us every day. We’re […]
The Bellaire High School Thespians are back for their annual Christmas play at the Bellaire Public Library! This year, we are excited to announce that they will be presenting "A Charlie Brown Christmas." The performance will start at 6 pm on Wednesday, Dec. 3. Hot chocolate will be provided. *NOTE: This program is put on […]
Story Time returns in 2025 for our fall schedule on Sept. 18 & 19! BPL’s Lil’ Bookworm Story Times and Craft are designed for children ages 3 through pre-K, though all ages are welcome. These programs typically run about half an hour. Join Miss Bri for a story, a craft, and lots of fun this […]
Santa returns to the Bellaire Public Library! Write a letter to Santa telling him what you want for Christmas, then hand-deliver it to him in person. Stay for cookies, hot chocolate, and a Christmas-themed craft. Kids of all ages welcome. Did you know our Children's area has a whole section of holiday books? Check check […]
The library is excited to announce the launch of its new Homeschool Learning Club (HLC), designed specifically for homeschooled children ages 5-10. Building on the success of our popular Lil’ Bookworms Story Time & Craft program, this innovative learning club will engage young learners through a variety of literacy and STEAM-related activities each month. Participants […]
The Library will be closed both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day to allow our team time to celebrate the season with loved ones. Regular hours will resume on Friday, December 26. Wishing you a joyful and peaceful holiday!
We will be closing at 2:30 pm on New Year's Eve (Wednesday, December 31) and closed all of New Year’s Day (Thursday, January 1) to ring in the new year and give our team a well-deserved break. Regular hours will resume on Friday, January 2. Wishing you a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year!
We will be closing at 2:30 pm on New Year's Eve (Wednesday, December 31) and closed all of New Year’s Day (Thursday, January 1) to ring in the new year and give our team a well-deserved break. Regular hours will resume on Friday, January 2. Wishing you a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year!
Holiday Closure Notice: The Bellaire Public Library will be closed on Monday, January 19 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday set aside to honor the legacy of Dr. King, his commitment to education, and his unwavering pursuit of justice. We wish everyone a restful and reflective holiday. Regular hours will […]
As of this morning, Belmont County is still under a Level 3 snow emergency. For everyone's safety, the Library will be closed today (Monday, January 26). We apologize for the inconvenience. We hope everyone stays safe and warm throughout this wintery day. Even though we are closed, the Library's digital resources are always available and […]
The Library closes one hour early once a month, generally on the last Friday of each month, for a staff meeting/training. 2025 - 4:00 PM Friday Closings: Jan. 3 Feb. 7 Mar. 7 Apr. 4 May 30 June - no meeting, library will remain open until 5:00 on June 27 July 25 Aug. 29 Sept. […]