When Pigeon learned they needed volunteering experience to join the National Junior Honor Society, they thought of the library right away. “The library was a place I felt surrounded by like-minded people,” they say. “It’s safe and accepting.” Pigeon has been volunteering at the Yardley-Makefield branch for about six months. On a typical day, you’ll […]
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Access Value Line for Free with Your Library Card
Bucks County library cardholders now have free, unlimited digital access to Value Line. Value Line is an investment research platform. You can track over 3,500 stocks, compare companies across 100 industries, and stay updated on market trends. Value Line is available to Bucks County library users on any device, in any location. To get started, […]
“I Saw What a Value the Library Is.”
After using Bucks County Free Library for many years, Pat Dunn wanted to give back. She began volunteering at the Yardley-Makefield branch after retiring in 2019. “Then COVID came,” Pat says. “When the libraries were closed during the pandemic, I saw even more what a value the library is to the community. I was buying […]
6 Books Recommended by Bucks County Writers
One of the best ways to become a better writer is to read. In addition to reading well-written novels and short stories, many writers benefit from reading books about writing. Several Bucks County writers told us the books about writing that impacted them most. If you need a little inspiration or just a thoughtful reflection […]
How to Access the 1950 Census Records
The 1950 census records were released to the public on April 1, 2022 – no joke! The genealogy community is abuzz, but you don’t have to be a family history expert to use them. Whether you’ve hit a brick wall in your personal research or you’re a lifelong Pennsylvanian interested in your community’s development, the […]
Why a Teacher Recommends VOX Books for Young Readers
To meet the growing demand for read-along books, Bucks County Free Library recently added hundreds of new fiction and non-fiction VOX books to the library’s read-along collection. That’s great news for Jenn Wallover, a second-grade teacher who uses VOX books regularly in her Bensalem classroom. Benefits of VOX Books Jenn sees many benefits of VOX […]
Doylestown’s Play Area Open after Renovations
The children’s play area at the Doylestown branch has reopened! After a few weeks of renovations, the space is bigger, brighter, and even more fun for little ones. Your child’s favorites, like the jumbo dollhouse, are joined by a light table, new toys and games, and a Lego wall. A few more surprises will be […]
Feeling Crafty? Start at the Library!
March is National Craft Month! Whether you’re new to DIY or an experienced crafter, look no further than your local library. Get inspired, hone your skills, and get the information you need to start your next project. For even more books, check out the National Craft Month shelf on cloudLibrary. Online Resources Flipster Access hundreds […]
Biographies & Memoirs of Remarkable Women
Women’s History Month is a great time to pick up a book or two about extraordinary women. From war and espionage to pioneers in medicine and education, the library has a biography for you. For more books on trailblazing women, check our Women’s History Month shelves on cloudLibrary. The Best We Could Do by Thi […]
Try These New “Book Club in a Bag” Titles
Take the guesswork out of your book club’s next read! Six new titles have been added to the library’s Book Club in a Bag collection: The Book of Lost Names by Kristin Harmel Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger Maid: Hard […]
