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View our upcoming events and programs.
Kids Fun Day Carnival 2019
Thank you to all of the volunteers who helped make the Kids Fun Day Carnival a wonderful event for all of the families who attended!
News
Library happenings and news.
Creative Works at the Library
Local creative being loans pieces to the Betsie Valley District Library.
Employment Opportunities at the BVDL,
Applications are gladly accepted when positions become available. The Betsie Valley District Library is an equal opportunity employer.
Michigan Activity Pass (MAP) - Presented by The Library Network
The Michigan Activity Pass program is celebrating its 16th birthday in 2023! MAP passes are available for over 450 partner destinations across the state, from Monroe to Copper Harbor and everywhere in between! WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO USE A MOBILE VS. A PRINTED PASS, to abide by any restrictions our MAP partner destinations have in place, and to ALWAYS CHECK THE PARTNER DESTINATION'S WEBSITE AND/OR FACEBOOK PAGE for the latest information before visiting. "Check out" Michigan with a Michigan Activity Pass today, available exclusively through your Michigan public library!
Busy Bee Book Club at the BVDL!
Join us for the Betsie Valley Busy Bee Book Club! What’s the buzz all about? Let’s talk about what you’re reading and we will select books to read together. The third Thursday of the month, 1pm to 2pm. Betsie Valley District Library, 14744 Thompson Ave., Thompsonville, MI 49683. Questions, please call 231-378-2716.
Betsie Valley District Library Board meetings
The Betsie Valley District Library Board meeting times have been changed to 10:00am instead of 6:00pm on the second Tuesday of the month. This change will be effective for all future Board meetings. We appreciate your understanding and all are welcome to attend. If you have any questions, please call the Library at 231-378-2716.
“Adventure Begins at Your Library” Children's Summer Reading Program!
***We challenge you to discover that “Adventure Begins at Your Library” this summer!! Together, we can share adventures together! Who: Ages 2 to Senior in High School Sign up starts June 1, 2024 and will run through August 31, 2024. Come to the Library to fill out your registration slip and get your reading log! At the end of summer, you can bring in your completed reading log by Aug. 31, 2024 to earn a reading certificate, a book bag with goodies, and $10.00 gift certificate pick out your own books!
Betsie Valley District Library 2024 “Adventure Begins at Your Library" Teen Summer Reading Program!
***We challenge you to discover that “Adventure Begins at Your Library” this summer!! Together, we can share adventures together! Who: Ages 2 to Senior in High School Sign up starts June 1, 2024 and will run through August 31, 2024. Come to the Library to fill out your registration slip and get your reading log! At the end of summer, you can bring in your completed reading log by Aug. 31, 2024 to earn a reading certificate, a book bag with goodies, and $10.00 gift certificate pick out your own books!
Digging the Past: Exploring Archeology with the BVDL
Digging the Past: Exploring Archaeology! Take an exciting journey through the fascinating world of Native American artifacts and archaeology! Through hands-on activities, interactive lessons, and engaging discussions, we will embark on an adventure to discover the rich history and culture of the Indigenous peoples of Northern Michigan. The program will be at the Thompsonville Fire Hall and Community Center Park Pavilion at 14714 Lincoln St., Thompsonville, MI 49683. This program is brought to you by Matt Varnum, Steven Veatch, and the Benzie Area Historical Museum.
Nature Discovery Presents: Michigan Amphibians and Salamanders!
Michigan Amphibians and Salamanders! Saturday, July 20, 2024, 11am -12:30pm Where: Thompsonville Fire Hall and Community Center Pavilion, 14714 Lincoln Ave., Thompsonville Free Family Fun! The more you learn about the wild world around you the better off it is, AND the more interesting your time becomes when you are outdoors. Jim & Carol McGrath of Nature Discovery are back to show and discuss live samples of Michigan-native and amphibians specifically found here in Benzie County. Sponsored by the Betsie Valley District Library. For info call 231-378-2716. Some picnic tables are available, kindly bring your chairs or a blanket to sit on. Program may be rescheduled due to inclement weather.
Skemegog Raptor Center Presents: Raptors!
Raptors! Come and see these magnificent Raptor Ambassadors and learn about these amazing birds as well our awareness about the wildlife, ecology, and environmental issues as they relate to them. When: August 24, 2024: 11AM The program will be at: Thompsonville Fire Hall and Community Center Park Pavilion at 14714 Lincoln St., Thompsonville, MI 49683. Questions, please call 231-378-2716. Some picnic tables are available, kindly bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on. Program may be rescheduled due to inclement weather.
PaleJoe: Dinosaur Show!
Come and explore Dinosaur Myths and Legends! See real fossils up close! Free Family Program! Aug. 22, 2024 11AM, Thompsonville Fire Hall and Community Center, 14714 Lincoln St., Thompsonville, 49683. Questions? Call 231-378-2716.
Adventures with Critters! Story Hour
We'll share critteriffic stories and make a cool craft! We will also head over to the Community Garden to see how our seeds are sprouting!
And Away We Go! Adventure Story Hour
Join us for stories filled with adventure and a cool craft! We will also be planting flower and bean seeds at the community garden!
Adventures with Creepy Crawlies! Story Hour
We'll share some insecterrific stories and make a cool craft!
Adventures with Dragons! Story Hour
We'll share some dragontastic tales and make a cool craft!
Adventures with Science! Story Hour
We'll share some awesome sciencey stories and make a cool craft!
Adventures in Space: Blast Off! Story Hour
We'll share out of this world stories and make a cool craft!
Adventures with Monsters! I'm Not Scared, Are You Scared? No Way!
We'll share some monsteriffic stories and make a cool craft!
Adventures in the Deep Blue Sea! Story Hour
Ahoy Mateys! We'll share some seasational stories and make a cool craft!