Bay County Public Library

Bay County Public Library “Books are a uniquely portable magic." - Stephen King

New Adult Social Hours (NASH) meets tomorrow, June 1 at 5 p.m. to create tiny art! Drop in to hang out and work on spec...
05/31/2026

New Adult Social Hours (NASH) meets tomorrow, June 1 at 5 p.m. to create tiny art! Drop in to hang out and work on special activities. This program is meant for ages 18 - 25.

To get in the spirit of summer reading, the library staff visited our own Jurassic Park.🤣 For endless prehistoric fun, ...
05/30/2026

To get in the spirit of summer reading, the library staff visited our own Jurassic Park.🤣 For endless prehistoric fun, unearth a story at the library all summer long!

There are programs for all ages! Download a Summer Event Guide to stay up-to-date: https://www.nwrls.com/events-guides/

Sneak peek of our upcoming Cave Painting for teens program! 🎨June 2 and June 4 at 2 p.m.Two separate groups, same class....
05/29/2026

Sneak peek of our upcoming Cave Painting for teens program! 🎨
June 2 and June 4 at 2 p.m.
Two separate groups, same class...
Learn about cave art and relax with finger paints! Try out painting in a historical cave art style or paint what you like!
FREE program! To register call 850-522-2118.

Our summer reading programs kick-off next week! Don't miss out on fun activities for all ages.Animal Tales will visit u...
05/29/2026

Our summer reading programs kick-off next week! Don't miss out on fun activities for all ages.
Animal Tales will visit us on Wednesday, June 3 at 2 p.m. CT to educate and entertain us with live animals! It is free and recommended for school ages kids, but all ages are welcome.

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Bay County Public Libraries through a St. Joe Community Foundation, Inc. Grant.

*Animals subject to change prior to presentation.

Shown is the interior of a Bay Line passenger car for the Atlanta & St Andrew Bay Railway.
05/28/2026

Shown is the interior of a Bay Line passenger car for the Atlanta & St Andrew Bay Railway.

We are so excited that Addison got her library card today! We hope she enjoys the adventure of reading! On your next vi...
05/28/2026

We are so excited that Addison got her library card today! We hope she enjoys the adventure of reading!

On your next visit to the library, visit the dinosaur photo area in the lobby to create a fun memory with friends and family. It will be available until June 22nd. Even better, share your photo and tag the Bay County Public Library page!

You have options when it comes to nonfiction reading at the library! Graphic novels are a great introduction to more co...
05/28/2026

You have options when it comes to nonfiction reading at the library! Graphic novels are a great introduction to more complex topics and information. You can learn quickly about history, current events, people, how-to topics, and more! Check out a book from the adult graphic novel nonfiction display in Adult Services this week.

Summer reading programs for teens (ages 12 - 17) begin next week! Our first adventure is doing some relaxing finger pai...
05/27/2026

Summer reading programs for teens (ages 12 - 17) begin next week! Our first adventure is doing some relaxing finger painting in a historical cave art style on June 2 and June 4 at 2 p.m. CT.
These are two separate groups but the same class.

Registration is required for all teen programs. Call 850-522-2118 to register!

Teen Game Night (Ages 13 - 17) is tonight beginning at 4:30 pm! Don't miss out on friendly Nintendo Switch competition....
05/27/2026

Teen Game Night (Ages 13 - 17) is tonight beginning at 4:30 pm! Don't miss out on friendly Nintendo Switch competition.

What an interesting presentation today about blue moons and full moons led by BCPL Librarian and NASA Solar System Ambas...
05/26/2026

What an interesting presentation today about blue moons and full moons led by BCPL Librarian and NASA Solar System Ambassador, Khelsea Rantanen! Thank you to everyone who attended and to Khelsea for sharing her knowledge!

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