Library events

Tom A. Throne/The Weekly Vista Mad Scientist Steve Cox fires Vortex canon to show how air flows during a visit Thursday, July 9, to the Bella Vista Public Library as part of its Summer Reading program.
Tom A. Throne/The Weekly Vista Mad Scientist Steve Cox fires Vortex canon to show how air flows during a visit Thursday, July 9, to the Bella Vista Public Library as part of its Summer Reading program.

Help Expand our view

Help the Bella Vista Public Library Foundation expand the library. Mail donations to the Bella Vista Public Library Foundation, 11 Dickens Way, Bella Vista, AR 72714.

Teen lock-in

For all the teens who participated in the Summer Reading Program, this night is for you. Come to the library after hours. There will be some tasty food, play some wild games, and maybe watch a movie. The lock-in will last from 7-11 p.m. on Thursday, July 23.

Movie Club

This is a great group for film buffs. From old classics to new releases, this group watches and talks about them all. This month's meeting is July 22 at 5:30 p.m. and they are watching The Outsiders.

Bella Vista Library Book Club

The Bella Vista Library Book Club, will meet Wednesday, July 22 at 9:30 a.m. This lively group of readers always has a blast. July's book is Belzhai by Meg Wolitzer.

Coupon Club of NWA

The Coupon Club will meet Wednesday, July 22, at 9:30 a.m. This group always finds the best deals and great coupons. Come by and join in on the frugal fun!

Preschool storytime

Preschool storytime meets every Friday morning at 10 a.m. Bring your preschoolers and join this fun group for stories and crafts. Be sure to come to Storytime this week to listen to a good story.

Knitters and Crocheters

Knitter and crocheter wannabes are invited to brush up on their skills and learn some new techniques from 1 to 3 p.m. every Tuesday. Novices will be guided by experienced knitters and crocheters. Participants may bring their current projects or start a new one. Attendees must bring their own supplies.

B'Creative Stitchers

This fun group of needleworkers includes any and all handwork such as cross stitching, embroidery, quilting, knitting, weaving and crocheting. The B'Creative Stitchers meet every Monday morning from 10 a.m. to noon.

E-reader training

Anyone who received an e-reader and is not quite sure how to get started may come by the Bella Vista Public Library for help. E-book training will be available every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. Call the library at 479-855-1753 to schedule an appointment with Myrna, who will answer questions and teach about e-readers.

Check out a Kindle

Kindle Paperwhites and Kindle Fires are available for checkout to patrons in good standing. Each device is loaded with a specific genre of book (sci-fi, bestseller nonfiction, western, inspirational, etc.) and may be checked out for three weeks. New books are added to each device every month. See library staff members for the check-out agreement and procedure.

Library website

Check out the Bella Vista Library website at www.bvpl.org. This bright and colorful site is easy to navigate and will take visitors to all the library information they need.

Encore Books

The Friends of the Library's used bookstore is open six days a week during regular library hours. The store offers everyday low pricing on hardbacks, DVDs, puzzles, children's books, paperbacks, biographies, health and wellness topics and much more. All proceeds from this ongoing fundraiser support the library. New books are added almost daily.

Exhibits

July's displays were provided by Marlene Hunt. Anyone interested in displaying a collection should contact Rebecca at 479-855-1753.

Floral arrangement

July's arrangement was designed and provided by Elaine Rooney. Each month, a member of the Bella Vista Garden Club creates an original floral design to be displayed for patron enjoyment.

Hours of operation

Regular library hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, with late evening hours until 8 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays. The Bella Vista Public Library is located at 11 Dickens Place, just east of Town Center off Lancashire Boulevard. For further information, call 479-855-1753.

Twitter

The Bella Vista Library has joined Twitter. Follow us for fun news and library updates @BellaVistaLib.

Facebook

The library is on Facebook. Click on the icon on the website -- www.bvpl.org -- "Like" us today. It's a great way to keep up with all the events at the library.

Instagram

The Bella Vista Library is on Instagram. Keep an eye on all the activities at the library @BellaVistaLib.

Teen blog

The library has a blog just for teens and is looking forward to expanding that department with new books and activities. To keep up-to-date with all the changes to the direction the teen department is going check out www.bvplteens.weebly.com.

Community on 07/22/2015