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Upcoming Events

22 Dec 2025 Snuggle Up and Read Raffle Basket Fundraiser 12/22/2025 - 1/30/2026

The Bellevue Public Library is inviting the community to warm up this winter while supporting a great cause with a special Snuggle Up and Read Raffle Basket fundraiser.

The raffle basket features a beautiful handmade quilt, a curated assortment of snacks, soothing teas, and a set of cozy mugs—perfect for winter reading and relaxation. Proceeds from the raffle will directly benefit the library’s programs, collections, and services for the community.

Raffle ticket sales begin Monday, December 22, and will continue through the end of the day on Friday, January 30. The winning ticket will be drawn on Monday, February 2.

Tickets may be purchased for a one dollar donation each at the library during regular hours. Participants do not need to be present at the drawing to win.

This raffle is a wonderful way for community members to support the library while having a chance to win something warm and comforting. Every ticket helps us continue to provide valuable resources and programs for all ages.

 

11 Jan 2026 Reverse Coloring Take-home Kit 1/11/2026 - 1/19/2026

Kits will be available for pick-up starting Monday, January 12 at the Circulation Desk.
For adults 18+. One kit per person. Registration required. Supplies are limited.
Kits not picked up by Monday, January 26 will be offered to those on the waitlist.

Register HERE.

11 Jan 2026 Gentle Chair Yoga 1/11/2026 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Join us for a session of gentle and accessible chair yoga to build strength, flexibility, and inner calm. For beginners to experienced practitioners.

Registration is required for Adults, ages 18+

Register HERE.

12 Jan 2026 Pre-K STEAM: Design a Maze 1/12/2026 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Monday, Jan 12, 10-11 AM

PRE-K STEAM: DESIGN A MAZE

Families with children aged 3-5 years are invited to join Danielle in Meeting Room A as we design a maze run for our bouncy balls!

Registration required. https://bellevuelibrary.libcal.com/event/15665736

12 Jan 2026 Microscope Monday 1/12/2026 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Monday, Jan 5 & 12, 5-7 PM

MICROSCOPE MONDAY

Join us in the Children’s area to explore a tiny part of a larger world with our Darwin Digital Microscopes! Complete the weekly challenge for a chance to win a free book!

12 Jan 2026 Makerspace Open House 1/12/2026 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Curious about our Makerspace? Stop by our Open House to explore creative tools and technology! Whether you’re a crafter, a tech enthusiast, or just curious, there’s something for everyone!

No registration required.

13 Jan 2026 Baby & Toddler Storytime for ages 0-2 1/13/2026 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Tuesdays, 10-11 AM

BABY & TODDLER STORYTIME

Join Danielle in the meeting room for stories, songs, rhymes, dancing, and/or other age-related activities. This activity is geared towards children ages 0-2 years. Siblings welcome.

14 Jan 2026 Pokémon Club 1/14/2026 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Wednesday, Jan 14, 2-3 PM

POKÉMON CLUB

Join other Poké-fans in the meeting room for a social hour where kids can share their love and knowledge of Pokémon. This event is for families with children through grade 6.

14 Jan 2026 Self Defense 1/14/2026 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Iceni Martial Arts Academy is a traditional Korean martial art form training in Kuk Sool. It combines Buddhist temple martial arts, family/clan martial arts, and Royal court martial arts into one effective fighting style. Within the Iceni syllabus, you will learn fighting techniques, falling principles, weapons, pressure point application, and joint manipulation. Using the mentioned skills you will develop a deep understanding of the body and how to manipulate an attacker utilizing any number of self-defense techniques at your disposal. There are over 200 self-defense techniques under black belt, including defense against grabs, kicks, clothing techniques, punches, knives, and more. In the introductory self-defense workshop, we will cover a few basic and advanced techniques that with practice you can utilize efficiently and keep with you for years to come. We will cover escape techniques from grabbing the wrist and clothing, pressure point application, and cell phone self-defense and if time permits cane.

Register HERE.

15 Jan 2026 Music & Movement for ages 0-5 1/15/2026 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Thursdays, Jan 8, 22, & 29, 9:30-10 AM or 10:15-10:45 AM; Jan 15, 11:30 AM-12 PM or 12:15-12:45 PM

MUSIC & MOVEMENT

Join Heidi Bush from Sing Omaha’s Little Voices in the meeting room for singing, dancing and play! No registration is required. This program is for families with children ages 0-5 years.

ages 0-5

*Brought to you with the support of the Nebraska Arts Council and the Nebraska Cultural Endowment

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30 September 2025

100 Books Challenge

Teens (Grade 7-12)

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11 August 2025

Books for Babies

Thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Bellevue Public Library, every child under 2 years old will receive a free board book when they obtain their first library card. Parents can choose...
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Bellevue Public Library's 2025-26 School-Year Reading Challenge for children ages birth through grade 6!

Bellevue Public Library's 2025-26 School-Year Reading Challenge for children ages birth through grade 6! Register to participate in Bellevue Public Library's 2025-26 School-Year Reading...

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