Author Visit: B.J. Tassin
Come celebrate the nine-year anniversary of the completion of B.J. Tassin's novel, "Bona-Fide!" from 1 to 3 p.m Thursday, Aug. 18. Why did it take so long to get the book into the hands of readers? Find out at this anniversary event. Hear the story of writing the novel from B.J. Tassin herself. There will be a reading, book signing and Q&A. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to meet a fantastic local author.
Stargazing Party
Let's look to the skies! Sugar Creek Astronomical Society will conduct a tour of the night sky from 8 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 19. Stargazers will enjoy the constellations visible to the naked eye as well as get a good look at the Milky Way through telescopes. Be sure to bring a chair.
Library After Dark: Lego Night
This month's Teen Night will be from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Aug. 18. The Library is having a Lego Night. Get creative and see what amazing things you can build. The library will provide the Legos, so please do not bring Legos from home. Ages 11 and up.
Bella Vista Traveling Library
The Bella Vista Public Library now has a home-bound delivery service. The library will provide materials to any resident of Bella Vista who is confined to their home or convalescent center due to illness, injury or disability. Anyone interested in this service can call the library at 479-855-1753 or email program coordinator Argie Willis at [email protected].
Color My World
This creative and relaxing event is a way to unwind. Studies have shown that adult coloring is a great way to relieve stress. Color My World meets at 1 p.m. every Wednesday.
Silly Songs and Stories
Silly Songs and Stories story time meets at 10 a.m. every Friday. Bring a preschooler and join this fun group for stories and crafts. Be sure to come this week to listen to a good story.
Brainteasers
Brainteasers meets at 3 p.m. on the third Wednesday. Each month there is a new packet filled with mind-boggling, thought-provoking puzzles and games designed to keep your brain working and problem solving. Packets are available at the front desk for anyone looking to keep their brain in shape.
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.
Bella Vista Library is on Facebook. Click on the Facebook icon on the website www.bvpl.org and "Like" the page.
Encore Books
The Friends of the Library's used book store is open six days a week during regular library hours. Everyday low pricing on hardbacks, DVDs, puzzles, children's books, paperbacks, biographies, health and wellness topics and more. All proceeds of this ongoing fundraiser support the library. New books are added almost daily.
Rocket Languages
Rocket Languages are now offered through the website. This language-learning service offers online courses for 15 different languages. All that is needed is a library card to access it.
Freegal Music
The library now has Freegal Music. This service, available through the library website, allows patrons to listen to and download music for free. Using a library card, patrons can access this cool, new service. Patrons can stream three hours of music each day and can download three songs a week that they can keep.
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.
Exhibits
August's displays are provided by Village Art. Anyone interested in displaying a collection should contact Rebecca at 479-855-1753.
Floral Arrangement
August's floral arrangement was designed and provided by Janice Kennedy. 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.-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday, with weekend hours of 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday-Saturday. The Bella Vista Public Library is located just east of Town Center off Lancashire Boulevard at 11 Dickens Place. For more information on programs and services, call 479-855-1753.
BVPL Mobile
The Bella Vista Public Library now has an app. Easily look up books, events and other library info right from the palm of your hand. Download BVPL Mobile for Apple and Android devices.
Library website
Check out the Bella Vista Public Library website at www.bvpl.org. This bright, colorful website is easy to navigate and will take you to all the library information you need.
Community on 08/17/2016