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The Eclipse---Information for Kids & Their Grown-Ups
Are you ready for the eclipse?! On Monday, April 8th, this area of New York will experience a near-total solar eclipse, which means the moon will cover the sun about 97%! Some areas of the state will experience a total solar eclipse!
Job Openings
We are hiring! We’re seeking candidates to fill two part-time Library Clerk positions. One position is in our Circulation department, and the other is in Youth Services.
Change Making Women in Kids' Books
Kids' Books Celebrating Change Making Women.
Learn all about extraordinary women with these books!
March Book Madness
Welcome to March Book Madness! This month, on social media, the below titles will be competing in two battles to find out the ultimate champions! There'll be a fiction winner and a non-fiction winner.
Tax Season
Tax season is here! Whether you’re doing your taxes yourself, with a company, or at a free location, BCPL is here to help! We have tax forms available to pick up in our branches and information on how to access further resources.
Finding Up-to-Date Information on COVID-19
Looking for places to find up-to-date information about COVID-19? The below websites offer local, state, and national COVID-19 information. This includes information on testing and vaccinations.
Wintery Reads
As winter creeps in, how about a wintery read?! There’s a mix of genres in here, from thriller to romance, so you’re sure to find something you can curl up with!
Anti-Racism Resources for Adults Talking to Kids
Want to talk to the youth in your life about race equity, racism, and social justice, but not sure where to start?
BCPL now offers access to the digital New York Times
BCPL now offers access to the New York Times online! You can read both inside and outside the library. This also gives you access to other New York Times resources, such as New York Times databases, videos, and teacher resources.
Who is that masked man?
At any given time throughout the year, an imposing statue in the Local History & Genealogy Department can be found dressed as a reindeer, a butterfly, a witch, or even a bride.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program is an exciting and free way to encourage caregivers to read 1,000 books with their young children before starting Kindergarten.
Programs for all ages
We offer a variety of free programs to people of all ages! We offer book clubs, arts & crafts events, yoga, group reiki, knitting group, classic film nights, and much more for adults.