News & Events
Upcoming Events
Beneath Tudor Bedsheets
Thursday, March 23 at 6 PM
In-Person and Virtual via Zoom
Ehris and Velya Urban, of The Grounded Goodwife, are returning to deliver another entertaining and informative ‘Herstory Unsanitized’ historical program! This time they will explore the Tudor era in a two-part series: Beneath Tudor Bedsheets (March 23) and Frilled to Meet You (April 13). People are captivated by the Tudor era and King Henry VIII’s wed, bed, and behead philosophy. But, are they aware that despite the fact that this era (1485 – 1603) saw two queens ruling the throne, women were raised to serve and obey men? Join us, virtually or in-person, for this engaging program in honor of Women’s History Month on Thursday, March 23 at 6 PM. As both Ehris and Velya now reside in Mexico, this program will be delivered via Zoom. To participate from your home, email [email protected] to receive the special Zoom link for viewing, or call 814-362-6527 and provide an email address to recieve the link.
Tech Tutor Sessions
Every Tuesday in March: 10 AM – 12 PM
Register for a 30 minute appt.
All are invited to develop their tech skills with us! Schedule a 30-minute appointment and receive some one-on-one instruction on basic computer tasks. Appointments can be made for any Tuesday in March. Appointments begin at 10 AM and run every 30 minutes until 12 PM. Call 814-362-6527 or email: [email protected]
Copy Cat
Wednesday, March 8 at 6 PM
Join us for a fun, in-person crafting program on Wednesday, March 8 at 6 PM when Janelle Nolan will demonstrate how to create roses using pages from a book.
Participation for this free program is limited to twelve (12) individuals, so register early! Please bring extra hot glue guns. Call 814-362-6527 or email [email protected] to register.
Tatting for Beginners
Saturday, March 11 at 10 AM
Saturday, March 18 at 10 AM
Local tatting enthusiast, Anne Bouquin will lead a class, designed especially for beginners on Saturday, March 11 at 10 AM. This free class will supply the materials and tools necessary for instruction and the creation of a tatting project.
Registration is necessary, as participation will be limited to six (6) individuals. This will allow for adequate one-on-one attention so participants can easily master the demonstrated technique.
Registration is easy: Call 814-362-6527, visit the Circ Desk, or email [email protected]
Civic CLP Series
Monday, March 13, 20, and 27 at 6PM
In-Person (providing a Live stream via Zoom)
Learn from Dr. Georgia M. Bedford as she discusses the philosophy and culture of debate, that argument has the potential to educate and emancipate by providing forums for students and the general public to sharpen critical thinking, deepen understanding of timely social, political, and cultural issues, and learn how to engage in conversations about hard questions.
While this virtual event, sponsored by the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will stream Live via Zoom, our library is offering it as an In-person program at BAPL. Enjoy the program with us, participate with the live Q & A period, without needing to secure a Zoom link and worry about your internet connection. This program will be offered in the library’s Community Rm from 6-7:30 PM.
The Open Book Club
Saturday, March 18 at 10:30 AM
The next club meeting will be Saturday, March 18 at 10:30 AM.
Club members will discuss Tiny Tales by Alexander McCall Smith.
It is often said that the best things in life come in small packages; anyone in search of proof need look no further than the stories in this collection.
All are encouraged to attend and join the book discussion! Members are free to read other titles by Alexander McCall Smith also.
Trivia Night
Tuesday, March 21 at 6 PM
Let’s test your knowledge of famous women and other miscellaneous facts during our next Trivia Night. Form your teams (4 ppl. max.) or play individually. Either way, it is sure to be a blast!
Who will emerge victorious?
Registration is necessary. Call 814-362-6527 or email: [email protected]
Side Hustle: Little Fabric Garden
Thursday, March 2
Virtual
Everyone’s path to business ownership is different. During National Quilting Month and Women’s History Month, entrepreneur, Judy Brown will discuss her inspiration and the growth of her Little Fabric Garden from a humble home-based business to a destination store in the historic business district of downtown Bradford!
Side Hustle is a prerecorded, virtual program that will air on the library’s Facebook page and YouTube channel on Thursday, March 2.
Upcycle This!
Thursday, March 16
Virtual
Join us Thursdays for this biweekly, virtual program as we repurpose thrifted items during this fun, crafting program.
“Upcycle This!” is a prerecorded video that premiers on the library’s Facebook page, so you can enjoy it any time that is convenient for you!
Episodes can also be found on the library’s YouTube channel.
Youth Department Events
Scroll Down
Middle Ground Book Club
Thursday, March 2 at 5 PM
Join us on Thursday, March 2 for free pizza, free books, and great discussions! Students in grades 6 – 8 are welcome to attend.
Teen Book Club
Tuesday, March 21 at 5 PM
Tuesday, March 28 at 5 PM
Local students in grades 9 – 12 are welcome to join! Members enjoy free books, pizza, and great conversation every third (3rd) Tuesday at 5 PM. Check us out!
For more information, email: director@bradfordlibrary.org
Mr. Mike and his Chickens!
Saturday, March 4 at 11 AM
Michael Morton will bring his chickens to the library on Saturday, March 4 at 11 AM.
This is a free program and registration is NOT necessary. Join in the fun and learn about these crazy chickens! Who knows, maybe they’ll lay green eggs in honor of Dr. Seuss’s birthday!!
Story Seekers
Mondays and Fridays at 11 AM
Story Seekers is a fun-filled program for 0-5 year old children and their parents or caregivers. Hear great stories, sing a few songs, and complete a craft or two! Story Seekers meets every Monday and Friday at 11 AM.S
Juice Box Heroes
Wednesday, March 15 at 11 AM
Join Jim Ronan for music and fun on Wednesday, March 15 at 11 AM! Mr. Jim will be playing all our favorites this month. We will be singing, dancing, laughing, and making lots of music!
Mark Your Calendars
Michael Morton’s Petting Zoo
Friday, April 7 at 11 AM
Michael Morton is returning to BAPL with more of his Sun-Dance-Kids-Farm animals for another petting zoo.
Frilled to Meet You
Thursday, April 13 at 6 PM
Virtual & In-person options
Since beginning their research, Ehris and Velya (like so many others) have become victims of Tudormania. Everyone needs Tudoring, and one 60-minute presentation just isn’t enough to time to share all they’ve learned!
So, we’re offering Unveiling the Lives of Tudor Wives as a 2-part series. Frilled to Meet You is Part II. Join us, virtually or in-person, for this engaging program on Thursday, April 13 at 6 PM. As both Ehris and Velya now reside in Mexico, this program will be delivered via Zoom. To participate from your home:
email [email protected] to receive the special Zoom link for viewing, or call 814-362-6527 and provide an email address to recieve the link.
Life in a Longhouse Village
Wednesday, April 26 at 6:30 PM
Master Storyteller and Cultural Educator, Perry Ground is returning to BAPL with a new engaging presentation that is both lively and filled with cultural and historical information that audiences of all ages will enjoy!
This artifact-filled program will present a broad overview of history, culture, and traditions of the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) People prior to 1492.
In Their Shoes: Teens & Dating Violence
Thursday, April 27, 6 – 8 PM OR
Friday, April 28 12 -2 PM
Dating violence is more
common than you may think,
especially among teens and
young adults:
1 IN 3 TEENS
will experience physical, sexual,
or emotional abuse from
someone they’re in a
relationship with before they
become adults.
common than you may think,
especially among teens and
young adults:
1 IN 3 TEENS
will experience physical, sexual,
or emotional abuse from
someone they’re in a
relationship with before they
become adults.
Join the Children’s Advocacy Center of McKean County and BAPL for a FREE interactive training for any adult who can positively impact a teen, such as parents, counselors, teachers, law enforcement, youth group leaders, etc. Choose from two different dates, Thursday, April 27 (6 -8 PM) or Friday, April 28 (12-2PM).
Registration is necessary. Please use the following link:
https://forms.gle/WFxAaeJVAoTX3tTR7
Registration is necessary. Please use the following link:
https://forms.gle/WFxAaeJVAoTX3tTR7
General Grant and the Battle for Vicksburg: 160th Anniversary
Wednesday, July 17 at 6 PM
Full-time professional living historian, Kenneth Serfass, returns as General Ulysses S. Grant to mark the 160th Anniversary of the Battle for Vicksburg.
Andy & Judy: New England Folk Music
Thursday, August 17 at 6 PM
They play guitars, mandolin, banjo, ukulele and other instruments, and have performed on Folk music stages, in libraries, festivals and other venues in 31 states. They will perform original songs in many different styles, such as traditional Folk, roots music, country swing or bluegrass, and invite the audience to participate by singing along, clapping or stomping to our original tunes. As contemporary folk singer/songwriters, they tell stories through songs – many of which are based on historical events, times or places. Often, one of their songs will open the door to a discussion on a historical topic. Also, the audience will learn about the tradition of folk singing as evidenced through their learning and singing of new songs in the spirit of community.
News & Updates
We Have A YouTube Channel!
Now the library's virtual programming can be easily accessed on the Bradford Area Public Library's new YouTube Channel! We have currently uploaded forty-two of our recorded programs and have 60+ to go!! Take a moment and check it out! BAPL YouTube Channel