March Exhibit - The Cigar Makers of Binghamton
March Exhibit: The Cigar Makers of Binghamton
At the turn of the 19th century, Binghamton was home to a thriving cigar industry that helped shape the city’s early identity.
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The March In the Loop is now Available
The March In the Loop newsletter is now available, providing information on events for kids, teens, and adults, including some new additions to the lineup for both kids and adults.
Changes to Hoopla Checkout Limits
Starting October 1, 2025, Hoopla borrowing limits will be reduced from 5 per month to 3 per month.
Why the change?
September Exhibit: The 100th Anniversary of Binghamton's Memorial Bridge
The September Exhibit, The 100th Anniversary of Binghamton's Memorial Bridge, is presented by the Broome County Historical Society.
Juneteenth
The library will be closed on Thursday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. According to the National Museum of African-American History and Culture, “on June 19, 1865, nearly two years after President Abraham Lincoln emancipated enslaved Africans in America, Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas with news of freedom. More than 250,000 African Americans embraced freedom by executive decree in what became known as Juneteenth, or Freedom Day.” Juneteenth became federally recognized in June of 2021.
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We want your feedback
Have you or your child recently attended one of our programs? We’d love to get your feedback to help us improve our services!
Take Action for Libraries Day 2025: Show Up for our Libraries
Take Action for Libraries Day is held annually on Thursday of National Library Week, April 10 in 2025. This year, as the IMLS and library funding are under attack, ALA encourages every library advocate to Show Up for Our Libraries by telling Congress to protect federal support for libraries. Click "read more" for all of the ways that you can take action for libraries.
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Monday, January 20 is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, commemorating the life and legacy of Civil Rights Movement leader, activist, and minister Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. BCPL will be open that day. Honor his memory by reading one of the many books that discuss his aspirations and accomplishments.
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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.
Read the book?! Try the graphic novel!
Have you read the below books?! How about trying out the graphic novel adaptations?! Or do you need to read one of the below for school? How about pairing it with its graphic novel adaptation?!
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.