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Bellaire Public Library 111 S. Bridge St. Bellaire MI 49615 |
Fall/Winter Library Hours Tuesday-Friday 9 am to 5 pm Saturday 10 am to 2 pm |
Library of Things Gardening tools for removal of invasive species plants Hotspots to use reliable internet access in our area for free! Nintendo Switch (What a fun family game night idea!) Chromebooks that you are able to check out and bring home to use. Launchpads- preloaded tablets with educational STEM games and eBooks for ages 3-10. Wonderbooks- picture books, chapter books, and graphic novels with a built-in audiobook that will read aloud to the child! They still get to turn physical pages and see the beautiful illustrations. Metal detector Singer sewing machine Video Projector with screen 3-D printer that is available for you to use in the library Pickleball outdoor set STEM Kits Come in and check out all we have to offer! |
From the Director... Tom Shilts By guest writer, Chloe Taylor- For the past couple of weeks I’ve been job shadowing at the Bellaire District Library, and I’ve really enjoyed my time here so far. I am a member of Writers Studio over at the Career Tech Center in Traverse City, and a senior at Mancelona High School. Since I can remember I’ve loved reading stories and even writing my own. My interest and passion for both only grew since I’ve been attending this program. So, needless to say, when the opportunity for an internship over at the Bellaire District Library came up, I was very excited. So far, I've learned quite a bit about how libraries work and how important they truly are for the community. In the fall I plan to attend Ferris State University for their Television Production and Digital Media program, with a minor in creative writing. I hope to continue my passion for writing and reading, and most importantly, helping my community. |
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LOCAL AUTHOR NIGHT WITH KEGAN GILL
May 14th, 6:00pm-7:00pm
Bellaire Public Library LT Kegan "SMURF" Gill miraculously survived the fastest ejection in Naval Aviation history. Despite severe injuries, he overcame the impossible to return to the cockpit of the F/A-18E Super Hornet, and that was just the beginning of his journey. Father, Husband and Ultra Endurance Athlete Despite years of struggle with physical and mental health challenges, Kegan has unlocked the key to overcoming the impossible and will share his powerful insights into what humans are truly capable of and inspire us at this event. |
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AUTHOR READING
Wednesday, May 21st, 7:00pm-8:00pm
Bee Well Mead and Cider
116 N Bridge St. Bellaire MI 49615 Join author Christine Maul Rice, author of Swarm Theory, for a reading and discussion on May 21st. The first 25 people to register for either event will receive a free copy of Swarm Theory. You can register online at https://www.bellairelibrary.org or call us at 231-533-8814 Christine’s novel, Swarm Theory, was called “a gripping work of
Midwest Gothic” by NPR and won numerous awards. Christine was
included in “New City’s Lit 50: Who Really Books in Chicago” and
named “One of 30 Writers to Watch” by Chicago’s Guild Complex.
Most recently, her short stories, essays, and interviews have appeared
in Allium, Make Literary Magazine, The Rumpus, McSweeney’s Internet
Tendency, The Millions, Roanoke Review, The Literary Review, among
others. Her newest novel, based on the Flint water crisis, will be published in 2026. |
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FICTION WRITING WORKSHOP
Thursday, May 22, 1:00pm- 3:00pm Grass River Natural Area 6500 Alden Hwy, Bellaire MI Join us for a free fiction writing workshop with Christine Maul Rice in the beautiful setting of Grass River Natural Area. She is the founder and editor of Hypertext Magazine and is an Assistant Professor of English at Valparaiso University. We are lucky to have such an accomplished educator here to teach us the fiction writing process. Please register online at the https://www.bellairelibrary.org or call us at 231-533-8814. First 25 people to register for this event or the reading will receive a free copy of Swarm Theory. |
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Summer Reading Registration/Tie Dye Party
May 31, 11:00am-1:00pm
Bellaire Public Library
Join us at our Tie Dye Party to register for Summer Reading! You’ll create your own one-of-a-kind bandana, get a sneak peek at the awesome prizes up for grabs, and discover all the exciting adventures we have planned for this summer. The first 50 to register will receive a 2025 Summer Reading T-shirt! Don’t miss out on the fun — register early so we can order your shirt!
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Summer Reading Program Registration Registration is now open for summer reading!! You can register online at https://www.bellairelibrary.org or stop in the library and we can help you! Stay tuned for all the exciting things we have planned this summer. We can't wait to see you all!
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NEW ADDITIONS TO OUR LIBRARY OF THINGS!
We added some useful tools to our Library of Things thanks to a grant from the American Library Association. We have wheelchair ramps, grabbers, weighted cutlery, lots of games and puzzles to strengthen cognitive function, a cat companion for those that can't have real animals due to their living arrangements, plus other tools that are useful to those caring for a loved one. If you have a local resident library card you are welcome to check these items out. Feel free to stop in and see all we have to offer in our collection. |
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Antrim Conservation District Story Walk
4820 Stover Rd. Bellaire, MI Just a reminder that we have partnered with Antrim Conservation District to create a magical book experience. Walk through their beautiful trails while finding the pages of a beloved picture book. We change the story seasonally so it's not a onetime adventure! It is currently showcasing Owl Babies by Martin Waddell. |
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Storytime with Miss Diane!
Every Tuesday, at 10:00am to 11:00am
Bellaire Public Library
The famous Miss Diane reads a story, and the kids have a snack and craft activity after. |
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Tech Tuesdays with Gabe
Every Tuesday, 11:00am- 3:00pm
Bellaire Public Library
Every Tuesday Gabe is here to help you with any tech questions you have. He is a wealth of knowledge. Feel free to bring laptops or other devices you would like more guidance using. Additionally, computer skill classes can be arranged upon request. |
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Medicare Seminar
May 7, 1:30pm-2:30pm
Bellaire Public Library
We are still here for your Medicare Information needs, the first Tuesday of every month. Learn more about all aspects of Medicare from Jennifer Marie McDonnell, "The Insurance Guru". She has 20 years of experience as a Medicare expert.
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Spanish Speaking Cohort
Every Wednesday, 4:00pm
Bellaire Public Library
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Homeschool Discoveries
Wednesday May 14, 10:00am
Bellaire Public Library
Join us for a monthly learning program aimed at ages 8-12 as we discover a new and exciting topic each month through a digital presentation, a book, and a hands-on project or craft. We will be holding this every second Wednesday of the month.
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Kids Coding Club!
Every third Saturday of the month, 10:00am May17th
Bellaire Public Library
Join us every third Saturday of the month. This is an opportunity for kids to explore the world of computer coding at their live. Students use activities from code.org, Scratch, and devices like Snap Circuits, Mindstorm Lego, and various robots to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. For ages 8-13, registration is required either online by clicking on the calendar on our website, bellairelibrary.org or call the library at 231-533-8814. This is a free program, all supplies are provided. |
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The Anthropocene Reviewed by John Green Anthropocene: a term that has been used to refer to the period of time during which humanity has become a planetary force of change. I read The Anthropocene Reviewed years ago, but just recently revisited it because this copy was donated to the library. It started out as a podcast, just him reading essays he wrote aloud. He "reviews" things on a five star scale. The topics sound so random, from Diet Dr. Pepper to Canada Geese to Auld Lang Syne, even the plague. His insights on the human spirit and how these inventions and instances have changed us, and in turn changed the world, made me feel so connected to my fellow humans. He mixes in his own personal experiences with the history of the topic. It creates a magical combination of heart and knowledge, like all of Green's work. His vulnerability and honesty is such a refreshing voice in writing right now. If you're looking for something to ground you to our common humanity right now, definitely consider picking this one up. The audiobook is available on Libby if you wish to listen to John read it right to you. We also have his new book, Everything is Tuberculosis, which I look forward to diving into soon. |
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The tell : a memoir
by Amy Griffin
Documents the author's journey to uncover buried childhood trauma, exploring perfectionism, validation and self-discovery as she navigates psychedelic therapy, the judicial system and her Texas roots, ultimately revealing the transformative power of embracing radical truth.
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The Jackal's mistress : a novel
by Chris Bohjalian
Managing her gristmill amid the turmoil of war in 1864 Virginia, Libby Steadman must choose whether to risk treason and aid a gravely injured Union officer left to die, while her desperate hope for news of her imprisoned husband collides with the harsh realities of war.
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Shadow of the solstice
by Anne Hillerman
In Shiprock, New Mexico, Navajo Nation detectives Bernadette Manuelito and Jim Chee must sort out a save-the-planet meditation group connected to a mysterious death and a nefarious scheme, discovered by Bernie's sister Darleen, targeting vulnerable indigenous people living with addiction.
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Nobody's fool
by Harlan Coben
Backpacking in Spain, Sami Kierce wakes up covered in blood, his girlfriend Anna dead, and he runs. Years later he sees Anna in his night school classroom, she bolts, and he must find her to solve the mystery that has haunted him.
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The buffalo hunter hunter
by Stephen Graham Jones
In 1912, a Lutheran pastor documents the chilling confessions of Good Stab, a Blackfeet vampire seeking justice for a historical massacre, intertwining themes of revenge, survival and haunting truths on the Blackfeet reservation.
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Elphie : a Wicked childhood
by Gregory Maguire
Elphaba, the green-skinner girl destined to become the Wicked Witch of the West experiences a turbulent childhood, family struggles, friendships and the injustices of Oz on her path to Shiz University.
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Where wolves don't die
by Anton Treuer
After a terrible fight with bully Matt Schroeder, Ezra becomes the prime suspect when Matt's house burns down and is sent away to run traplines with his grandfather in a remote part of Canada while the investigation is ongoing, but the Schroeders are looking for him.
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The yellow bus
by Loren Long
A tender, gorgeously illustrated picture book from the #1 New York Times best-selling author/illustrator tells a touching story about a forgotten school bus that finds happiness and purpose in the most unexpected places.
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More New Titles
Adult Fiction - The Unworthy by Agustin’s Bazterrica - The Quiet Librarian by Allen Eskens - The Reaper Follows by Heather Graham - The Story she left Behind by Patty Callahan Henry - To Those Willing to Drown by Mark Matthews - Locked Door by Freida McFadden The Antidote by Karen Russell - Far From Home by Danielle Steel - Shadow of Doubt by Brad Thor - Close Your eyes and Count to 10 by Lisa Unger - The Griffin Sister’s Greatest Hits by Jennifer Weiner - The Lonesome Place for Dying by Nolan Chase - Identity Unknown by Patricia Daniels Cornwell - Grady Lake by J.L. Hyde |
Adult Nonfiction - The Next Day: Transitions, Change, and Moving Forward by Melinda French - Written in the Waters: A Memoir of history, home, and Belonging by Tara Roberts Science Fiction - The Ragpicker King by Cassandra Clare Large Print - Raising Hare: A Memoir by Chloe Dalton - The Story she left Behind by Patti Callahan Henry - Open Season by Jonathan Kellerman Young Adult - Sunrise on the Reaping |
Children's - Color my World by Debbie Mancini-Wilson - The House with a Clock in its Walls by John Bellairs - Ferris by Kate DiCamillo - The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster - PJ masks by Emily Skwish |
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