Cardio Drumming
2026-06-29 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-06 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-13 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-20 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-27 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-03 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-10 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-17 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Bellaire Public Library, 330 32nd Street, Bellaire, OH, 43906, United States
Cardio drumming is a high-energy workout that combines rhythmic drumming with full-body movements to upbeat music. Using a stability ball, drumsticks, and a bucket, participants drum, dance, and sweat their way through a heart-pumping routine that’s as fun as it is effective. It’s a great way to burn calories, boost coordination, and relieve stress—all while feeling like a rockstar! No experience needed and great for all fitness levels!
Cardio Drumming classes will be led by Nicole Smolenak on MONDAY nights at 6 pm. Starting in December, the cardio drumming classes will be on Monday nights.
Note: The Library has six cardio drumming kits available for people new to cardio drumming to test out, but regular participants are encouraged to bring their own gear.
What do you need to get started cardio drumming?

A large inflated exercise ball
A large bucket or basket to hold the ball (the opening should be just slightly smaller than the circumference of the ball so that the ball is suspended in the basket/bucket).
Drumsticks
Enthusiasm!

That’s it! Cardio drumming takes minimal supplies and a kit can usually be assembled for around $25-30.
What it’s look like?
How much fun is this? You know you want to try it!

Ohio Valley Promenaders
2026-06-30 16:45 - 21:00, 2026-07-07 16:45 - 21:00, 2026-07-14 16:45 - 21:00, 2026-07-21 16:45 - 21:00, 2026-07-28 16:45 - 21:00, 2026-08-04 16:45 - 21:00, 2026-08-11 16:45 - 21:00, 2026-08-18 16:45 - 21:00
The Ohio Valley Promenaders offer line dance and square dance lessons on Tuesdays in the Community Room on the lower level of the Bellaire Public Library. The lessons are open to all ages. While many of the Promenaders are seasoned pros, the group is always accepting new members and the first lesson is free! Newcomers can jump in quickly, as square dancing is based on walking to eight counts, and the caller leads dancers on what to do in a “learn as you go” fashion.
Promenaders Schedule:

Line Dance: Improvers — Tuesdays from 4:45 to 6:00 pm
Line Dance: Beginners — Tuesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 pm
Square Dancers — Tuesdays from 7:00 to 9:00 pm

The cost per program is $5 to help cover expenses.
The OV Promenaders have been dancing since 1970!
➤ For questions about square dancing, call Nancy Campbell at 740-676-2136.
➤ For questions about line dancing, call Jenny Roupe at 304-280-5211.
*NOTE: This is not a library-affiliated program. The Ohio Valley Promenaders group solely arranges the line dancing and square dancing lessons.

Summer Reading Club: Unearth a Story
2026-07-01 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-08 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-15 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-22 13:00 - 14:00
🦖 Summer Reading Club: Unearth a Story 🦕

Dig into summer fun at the Bellaire Public Library! Our Summer Reading Club programs take place Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. and are designed for kids in grades 1–6.
Using the 2026 CSLP theme “Unearth a Story,” this exciting series runs from June 10 through July 22 and features a variety of hands‑on programs, with many focusing on dinosaurs, fossils, and prehistoric adventures. Participants can expect stories, activities, crafts, games, and special programs that spark curiosity and bring ancient worlds to life.
Whether your child is a dino expert or just loves to explore, our Summer Reading Club offers a fun and engaging way to learn, imagine, and read all summer long!
📚🦕 All programs are free, and everyone is welcome.

Programs: Wednesdays at 1:00 pm

June 10: 🦁 Zoo to You
A zoo educator introduces you to some of our favorite animal ambassadors, from birds and reptiles to amphibians and small mammals (sorry, the zebra just won’t fit in the van!)
June 17: 🦖 Dynamic Dinosaurs
T. Rex and other amazing dinosaurs will be explored in this interactive program with large fossil replicas and actual fossils. Find out how big these creatures were, what they ate, and other interesting information.
June 24: 🏺 Archeology
Dig into the past! Kids will excavate, paint, and engrave their own plaster “petroglyph” while discovering how archaeologists uncover prehistoric art.
July 8: 🚂 Toys & Trains
The Kruger Street Toy & Train Museum’s Educational Outreach Program offers interactive experiences with toys, dinosaurs, and everyday life.
July 15: 🦕 Dino Zipline
Dino Ziplines is a hands-on STEM program where students design an build a transporter to safely deliver a dinosaur egg to its nest using a zip line system. Participants will test and improve their designs while exploring basic engineering principles and problem-solving concepts.
July 22: ⚒️ Interactive Fossils
Witness the magic of learning through virtual activities. Students get up close and personal with genuine fossils, sparking their curiosity and fostering a love for science.

Summer Reading 2026

Lil' Bookworms Story Time and Dino-craft
2026-07-03 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-07-10 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-07-17 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-07-24 10:30 - 11:00
📚🦖 Bring your little ones for a cozy, joy‑filled time at the library—with a prehistoric twist! Lil’ Bookworms Story Time & Dino‑Craft is perfect for children ages 3 through Pre‑K, but all ages are welcome to join the fun. 🦖📚

Each 30‑minute session includes a delightful reptile or dinosaur‑themed story and craft, with plenty of giggles, imagination, and discovery. Spend time with Miss Bri as stories come to life and little hands create something special to take home—often inspired by dinosaurs, fossils, and the world long ago.
It’s a fun and gentle way to celebrate summer, spark curiosity, and build a love of books during our Summer Reading Program!

Programs: Fridays at 10:30 am

June 12: 🐍 Snakes
We’ll read “Snakes on the Job,” a story filled with sibilant sounds and wordplay. The snakes slide into trucks and roll out slowly, operating various construction vehicles like bulldozers and diggers, while building a surprise.
Craft: Spiral Snakes
June 19: 🚫 No program — Library closed for Juneteenth
June 26: 🐘 Mammoths
Does your wooly mammoth need a wash? It’s not very easy to do… Find out exactly how when we read, “How to Wash a Wooly Mammoth,” a hilarious instruction manual.
Craft: Woolly Mammoth Handprint
July 10: 🦕 Pet Dinosaur
What would you do it, instead of a cat or a goldfish, you had a dinosaur for a pet? Well, that’s exactly what happens to the little boy in, “How to Take Care of Your Dinosaur,” where an enormous egg appears one day.
Craft: “Hatch” your own pet dinosaur
July 17: 🦅 Pterodactyl
Teddy the T-Rex is jealous that his best friend Pete the Pterodactyl can fly. Pete can catch balls that fly high in the air, he can help the teacher with things she can reach, and basically, he just seems cooler than Teddy at “Dino School.”
Craft: Toilet Paper Roll Pterodactyl
July 24: ⚒️ Fossils
Rhythmical text and lively, well-researched illustrations follow a paleontologist and his crew as they find, clean, assemble, and exhibit dinosaur bones in, “Dig Those Dinosaurs.”
Craft: My Dinosaur Fossil

Summer Reading 2026

Closed on 4th of July
2026-07-04 09:00 - 19:00
The Library will be closed on the 4th of July. On July 4, 1776, the Founding Father delegates of the Second Continental Congress ratified the Declaration of Independence, which stated that the Thirteen Colonies were no longer subject (and subordinate) to the monarch of Britain, and established the United States of America. We hope you enjoy the festivities and the spirit of freedom this year on the 4th!
While the library will be closed for the holiday, our digital collections are always available through the Ohio Digital Library. Download and stream ebooks, audiobooks, graphic novels, and e-magazines with your library card, anytime, anywhere. Download the Libby app or visit https://ohdbks.overdrive.com/ to log in and download materials today!

Family Program: Homemade Book Binding
2026-07-15 18:00 - 19:00
📚✨ Handmade Book Binding Family Program ✨📚

Take your creativity one step further by learning the art of handmade book binding! Following our paper making program, families are invited to turn their handmade paper into their very own bound books.
Participants will explore simple bookbinding techniques and assemble a small book to take home—perfect for drawing, journaling, or recording summer memories. This hands‑on program blends creativity, craftsmanship, and storytelling in a fun and approachable way for all ages.
Join us at the Bellaire Public Library for a meaningful make‑together experience that celebrates how stories are created, shared, and preserved—one page at a time.

Summer Reading 2026

Teen Day Camp
2026-07-21 08:00 - 17:00
Teens! 😎 Join us this summer for fun, learning, and exploration at our two Teen Day Camps. Each day will feature interactive activities and will conclude with a hands-on science experiment. It’s a great opportunity to build new skills and expand your knowledge this summer.
Day Camp Schedule:

Wednesday, June 24: Solar Nachos 🌞🧀
Explore solar energy by constructing a solar oven and cooking nachos!
Tuesday, July 21: Rocket Launch 🚀✨
Harness the potential of creativity and engineering by mastering the construction of rockets to launch.

Both programs will run from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm and lunch will be provided for all participants.
Registration:
Registration is mandatory to participate in one or both sessions. To register, please call 740-676-9421 or visit the library to sign up in person.

Partnership:
The Teen Day Camp programs are offered through a partnership with the Belmont County OSU Extension Office and 4-H Program.

Summer Reading 2026

BPL Board of Trustees Meeting
2026-07-21 18:00 - 19:00
MONTHLY BOARD MEETINGS:
The Board of Trustees meet on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the library’s Table Room.
PLEASE NOTE: The June 2025 meeting will be held the fourth Tuesday of the month, June 24.
When a holiday falls on the 3rd Tuesday, the Board will then meet on either the second or fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
All are welcome to attend.

➤ Learn more about BPL’s Board of Trustees

End of Summer Finale Celebration
2026-07-30 17:00 - 19:00
🎉 End of Summer Reading Finale Celebration 🎉

Join us as we wrap up our Summer Reading Program with a fun‑filled End of Summer Finale Celebration! This exciting event is our way of celebrating the end of summer, as well as our amazing participants and all the reading accomplishments achieved this summer. All are welcome!
Enjoy games, activities, and entertainment for all ages, plus chances to win exciting prizes, including gift cards, book baskets, a bicycle, and electronic devices.
Bring your friends and family and spend the evening celebrating summer, reading, and community with us—we can’t wait to see you there!
Highlights include activities for all ages:
• Bounce houses
• Food trucks
• Prize drawings
🍕🍦 Food Vendors:
• The Wood Fired Pizza Co.
• Kirke’s Homemade Ice Cream

Library Closes at 4 PM on the Last Friday of the Month
2026-07-31 16:00 - 17:00
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. 26
Oct. 31
Nov. 28
Dec. 26
