of the Bennington Public Library
FREE WI-FI (WIRELESS INTERNET) SERVICE
The Bennington Public Library is pleased to offer wireless Internet access thanks to support in part by the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services and granted by the Nebraska Library Commission and a donation from the Friends of the Library. BPL’s wireless network is open to all and does not require any special login, password, or encryption. You’ll need a laptop or other portable device with a built-in Wi-Fi or installed adapter card.
STORY TIME
Weekly Story Time Thursdays, 10:30 - 11:15 AM for ages infant – 5 years (accompanied by parent/caregiver)
Introduce young children to books and reading at our new morning story time. Each week, librarian Debby Kois will adapt stories, songs, and movement activities to match the ages and attention spans of the children attending. Parents will learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read. Library staff will answer questions about books and library services, and teach parents how to interest their children in books. An adult must remain with children. Space is limited. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Our Monthly Preschool Story Time Has changed to every third Wednesday of the month beginning November 19, 2008 from 2:00 – 2:45pm (note time change as well) for children ages 3-5.
DIE-CUT MACHINE
We offer use of our die cut machine and die cuts. Please ask a staff member for assistance. Die cut shapes available include:
- hearts
- frog
- stars
- kite
- flag
- flower
- tea pot & cup
- popsicle
- gingerbread man
- tree
- sailboat
- insects
- mitten
- apple
- mirror-handle
- chick
- turkey
- maple leaf
- picture frame-school
- koala bear
- teddy bear
- lady bug
- butterfly
- wiseman
- pumpkin
- flip flops
- 1.5″ dot letters & numbers
- 4″ corsiva lowercase letters
- gift tag
- visor
- “My Grandpa”
- “My Grandma”
SUMMER READING CLUB
Children, preschool through 5th grade, are invited to participate in the Summer Reading Club. Read and win prizes. Visit the library to pick up a reading club sheet today. Prizes include Cubby’s soft serve ice cream, Omaha Royals tickets, Papio Fun Park mini golf, and more! For more information, call the library at 238-2201.
Download a Summer Reading Club sheet here:
Summer Reading Club (preschool – 1st grade)
Summer Reading Club (2nd – 5th grade)
BATS Teen Summer Program
The B.A.T.S. (Bennington Advisory Teen Scene) will enjoy weekly actitivies in June. As always, all teens, 7-12 grade ( grade in fall ‘09), are invited! For more information, please call 238-2201.
Express Yourself @ Your Library Upcoming Events
Thursday, June 4 **5:15– 6:15 PM** Zumba (Latin aerobic dance)
Thursday, June 11 **6:30 PM– 8:00 PM** Henna Tattoos by Kole Gansebom in the Community Room. Permission slips are required for the henna activity & are available at the library or download permission slip here: Permission Slip Henna Tattoos
Thursday, June 25 **6:30 PM – 8:00 PM** Movie Night in the Community Room.
Thursday, July 9 **6:30 PM – 8:00 PM** Create It: Open-Ended Art
Thursday, July 16 **6:30 PM – 8:00 PM** Create It: Open-Ended Art
Thursday, July 23 **6:30—7:30 PM** BATS Summer Book Club, Book Discussion. Pick up a copy of the BATS Book Club selection at the library: Code Orange by Caroline B. Cooney prior to July 23.
