Friends of Birch Bay Library

Friends of Birch Bay Library The Friends of the Birch Bay Library are local residents advocating for and supporting the building Engage community members in Library events.

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Mission

Friends of Birch Bay Library is a volunteer group dedicated to bringing a full-service library to the Birch Bay community. Initially, we will raise funds to build a library as part of the Whatcom County Library System. Once completed, we will provide funding to support library programs that encourage lifelong learning, creativity, and strengthen community. Vision

Our library will serve a

s a lifelong learning hub in the heart of our community where all are welcome to be curious, learn, and connect. Values

To accomplish our Mission and Vision, Friends of Birch Bay Library will:

1. Advocate for full library services with Whatcom County Library System; working together to complete our building project.

2. Garner support through community meetings, presentations, and information sharing.

3. Create fundraising efforts that include, but are not limited to, book sales, bake sales, grant submissions, quarterly fundraising campaigns, and involvement in community events.

4. Maintain awareness of our building project through quarterly newsletters, promotions, presentations, and open Friends meetings.

6. Embrace the spirit of equality and equity for all.

7. Actively participate in and support other community events as a permanent community anchor.

We are down to some last bits and pieces at the library house. On the front porch you will find the round table and chai...
05/31/2026

We are down to some last bits and pieces at the library house. On the front porch you will find the round table and chairs. On the back porch you will find the book/cd holders. These are free. If you are interested in taking them, please do.
The Bookmobile will start it's new adventure every Wednesday from 3-7pm this week. You will the book drop down there as well.
Friends meetings will be held at the Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce the 2nd Monday of each month from 4-5:30pm.

We are all set up and ready for Day at the Beach. Come play some games. Check out a book or get a library card!
05/30/2026

We are all set up and ready for Day at the Beach. Come play some games. Check out a book or get a library card!

It's been a great morning. On behalf of the Friends,  Britt and I want to thank you for the support, the conversations a...
05/16/2026

It's been a great morning. On behalf of the Friends, Britt and I want to thank you for the support, the conversations and the excitement about the library project. Here are a few more things I found that might be needed at your home!

We will be out at the library site tomorrow from 10:30-2pm on Saturday,  May 16th. We have some odds and ends left from ...
05/16/2026

We will be out at the library site tomorrow from 10:30-2pm on Saturday, May 16th. We have some odds and ends left from our big clean out. If you like book carts, we have 2 up for grabs. An A frame and one with 3 split shelves with a flat bottom shelf. We are down to the last of our books, one wingback chair, a teal wide seat computer chair with accent pillow, 2 old book drops, some metal folding chairs, a few small tables, a cool old radio/record player that could be restored - the power comes on and the turntable spins. If it isn't raining, we will pull things out onto the driveway, otherwise, we will be in the garage.

Thanks to everyone that found some treasures on Saturday! We will have the place opened up with more books and a few mor...
04/29/2026

Thanks to everyone that found some treasures on Saturday! We will have the place opened up with more books and a few more things like a reddish wingback chair, a nice little floral foot stool and a computer chair. Come take a look and grab a free I Love My Library t-shirt while those last. ๐Ÿ™‚

04/22/2026

Our Library Project is now in the Contractor Walk Thru and then Project Bid Stage! Come by Saturday 4/25 from 10-2, to look at our mishmash of tables, chairs books, shirts, one book case, an oven, dish washer, refrigerator, washer and dryer and some odds and ends from the garage. Cost - Whatever donation you'd like to give. I will post some pictures later today. - Di

12/26 update! 780 people are still needed to registration. We need everyone to show up and get in the water for a cool 6...
12/26/2025

12/26 update! 780 people are still needed to registration. We need everyone to show up and get in the water for a cool 60 seconds on January 1!
Very close with a week left, and day of registration to go!
Be a part of Birch Bay history with us!

๐Ÿšจ BIG UPDATE!

With just 6 days to go, weโ€™re THIS close to breaking the new world record at the Birch Bay Polar Bear Plunge! ๐Ÿฅถ๐ŸŒŠ

We are currently at 2,355 registered plungers and only need 780 more to make history. This is the moment โ€” call your friends, text your family, tag your bravest people, and help us cross the finish line!

๐Ÿ• This final countdown update is powered by Sahara Pizza, fueling plungers one slice at a time.

Letโ€™s do this, Birch Bay. JOIN THE FUN on New Yearโ€™s Day!
Register now at birchbaychamber.com

Polar Bear Plungers unite! Can you help the Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce beat the record for the largest Polar Bear Dip...
12/24/2025

Polar Bear Plungers unite! Can you help the Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce beat the record for the largest Polar Bear Dip? We are hoping to see library supporters and book lovers on January 1st. The Friends will be at the library to register you! Did you pre-register? You can check in and get your bib from us. Help us spread the word.

Email from Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce Update from Burr Bear โ€Š Hey Plungers! Burr Bear here โ€” your Official Bear of the Birch Bay Polar Bear Plunge โ€” popping in with a few important updates as we ge

12/13/2025

We are at the library today with a few baked goods and some books for sale until 3pm. We are collectiing donations for The Bridge. Peanut Butter, Soup with Pop Top lids, Cereal, Jelly and Tuna in Pouches are top needs. If you like to donate, come by when our sign is out or during Bookmobile hours on Wednesday.

Address

7948 Birch Bay Drive
Blaine, WA
98230

Opening Hours

3pm - 7pm

Telephone

+12068508590

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