We are happy to announce our first Paint & Sip event at BAPL will take place on Thursday, March 20 at 6PM.  This 21 and over fundraiser will be taught by local crafter, Naoma Tootell.  Attendees will create a beautiful acrylic and resin picture that is perfect for spring! Tickets for this event are $50 and will include one free drink ticket.  Additional beverages will be available for purchase.  Only 30 tickets will be sold for this exciting event, so secure your spot early!

The Friends of Hanley Library and BAPL are hosting a book launch party for Dr. Nancy McCabe's newest book on Tuesday, April 8 at 7:30 in the University Room on the Pitt-Bradford Campus. Her novel, Fires Burning Underground will be released by Fitzroy/Regal House on April 8.Dr. McCabe is the author of the young adult novel, Vaulting through Time, a new adult ghost story, Following Disasters, and several nonfiction books for adults.

A book signing and refreshments will follow her presentation.  A few copies of Fires Burning Underground will be available for purchase.

"It’s Anny’s first day of middle school and, after years of being homeschooled, her first day of public school ever. In art, Larissa asks what kind of ESP is her favorite: telepathy, clairvoyance, precognition, or telekinesis? Tracy asks how she identifies: gay, straight, bi, asexual, pan, trans, or confused? And thus kicks off a school year for Anny in which she’ll navigate a path between childhood and adolescence, imagination and identity." ~ Amazon Books

BAPL and the local Book Friends book club have partnered to bring author, Angela Enos to the library for an Author Visit on Thursday, May 15 at 7PM.

Angela resides near Harrisburg, PA, with her husband, John, a former Bradford resident.

Following the author visit, a book signing will take place with a few copies made available for purchase. Attendees can enjoy light refreshments provided by the  book club.

"When Aggie Drakos loses her husband, Max, in a shameful accident, she relocates. As Aggie settles in and meets her new neighbors, she forms speculative opinions about her acquaintances, giving them nicknames to help her remember their personas. Aggie is fascinated by the Cat Lady, stunned by the beauty of the Irish Goddess, and intrigued by the Absent Nun. Let us not forget her sexy male neighbor, whom she has nicknamed Richard Gere." ~ Amazon Books

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Discover the art of Quilt Making with Judy Brown on Tuesday, March 11 at 6PM in celebration of  National Quilting Month. Judy will have several quilts on display in the library's Community Room for all to enjoy.  She will discuss the variety of patterns and blocks that are assembled to create these works of art.

We have been busy! We are happy to announce that a new episode of Building Blocks can be enjoyed by you on Monday, March 3.  This is a prerecorded, virtual program that will premiere on the library's YouTube channel.

Judy Brown will demonstrate how to create a Disappearing Half Square Triangle.  Patterns can be downloaded from our website or obtained at the Circ. Desk.

Cat Cafe will be held on the first Saturday of every month from 10AM - 12PM. BAPL is collaborating with the McKean County SPCA for the event.  Adults are invited to indulge in some quiet reading with cats and kittens who will love to curl up in a lap! Bring a favorite book, and enjoy the feline affection!  Special Note: children are invited to read quietly with an adult caregiver.

Select a 30 minute appointment between 10 AM – 12 PM
to receive help with BASIC computer questions. Pick up some new skills in a friendly, one-on-one environment.

Registration is necessary.  Please call 814-362-6527 to select a time.

Thur., March 6 & 20

Did you know that National Barbie Day is celebrated on March 9th?! Show off your knowledge of Barbie, plus more iconic toys, at a themed Teen Trivia Night! Snacks will be provided.

Tues., March 5 at 5PM

With March Madness beginning soon, let’s enjoy a basketball-themed movie, related activities, and lots of snacks! 

Thur., March 13 at 2:45PM

Earlier this month marked the official start of Spring—so let’s celebrate by creating an adorable pet rock for your home or garden!

Thur., March 27 at 2:45PM

We are hosting a Build-a-Stuffie event  on April 17 for children ages 2-12, from 5:30 - 6:30PM.  Registration is limited to 30 children, so secure your spot quickly!

We need the registrations by March 26, to get the items shipped in time for the workshop. 

Participants can choose from a floppy eared bunny or a cute duckling when they register.  Stuffies are all 15 inches tall.

The workshop is free; however, we will have clothing options for the stuffies available for purchase.  Once registered, families will receive a flyer with the clothing options and prices and families must pre-register their choices.

Join a birthday celebration for Dr. Seuss on Thursday, March 6th from 5PM - 7:30PM. This event is appropriate for children in 1st-5th grades

Enjoy a movie, snacks and fun activities

Registration is necessary.

There will be a temporary cessation of the Little Learners and Home School Scholars programs from March 10 - March 21.  This will permit time for Miss Bonnie to plan for our "Color Your World" summer reading program.

BAPL

67 West Washington St.

Bradford, PA 16701

814-362-6527