As of September 1, Hoopla borrows will be limited to 4 per month. We are aware that this change will disappoint some of you. The library did not make this decision lightly. Unfortunately, the huge jump in downloads since the start of the pandemic has driven up costs, especially for Hoopla, where the library pays […]
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How Libraries Can Help You Be More Mindful
Has life stressed you out? School, work, health, keeping up with chores, money, weight, pandemics, etc. Then Summer might be a good time to start a mindfulness routine, individually or as a family, that helps you chill out! Did you know that practicing mindfulness can actually change your brain and benefit you physically, cognitively, and […]
Laughter Really IS the Best Medicine!
Feeling stressed or anxious? We have an easy, fun, and free cure – laughter! It’s true: laughter really is strong medicine. There is no quicker or more dependable way to balance mind and body than a good laugh. Laughter boosts the immune system by causing a decrease in stress hormones and an increase in immune […]
Five TV Shows on Hoopla You Need To Start Binge Watching Today
Hoopla is one of our favorite resources at the Bucks County Free Library. It’s best known for downloading and reading books and graphic novels and listening to audiobooks. But did you know Hoopla also offers television shows from major channels like TNT, Cartoon Network, and BBC? With ten checkouts available each month, that is enough […]
Barnacles and Beaches
Put on your swimsuit, flip flops, and grab your sunscreen! Don’t forget your beach towel, bucket, and shovel for some sand! Let’s go on a beach walk! This week’s Summer Quest Badge is Barnacles and Beaches, and going on a beach walk is a great way to introduce this badge. Earning your badge is easy; […]
The Importance of LGBTQIA Stories
My Pride Month Reading Challenge has come to an end. I enjoyed reading a wide array of books and graphic novels that covered topics like first loves, coming out, and heartbreaks, as well as discovering one’s self-identity, freedom of expression, and freedom to love. Although I read so many types of stories, I had one […]
Aspiring Archaeologist
From reality television shows to scientific documentaries to museum exhibits – we are fascinated by stories of people unearthing the past. Archaeology is full of detective stories that capture our imagination. The Bucks County Free Library has great resources to fuel your search for discovery and your need for knowledge. Dig deep into our programs […]
Fantastic Forestry
Bucks County is lucky to be the home of some fantastic forestry with seven county parks, six state parks and three nature centers. They are all great places to explore nature and find your favorite new outdoor place. These parks are not just for hiking. Your family can identify trees and wildflowers, search for animals, listen to the birds chirping and leaves rustling, explore […]
Five Quick Books to Read During Pride Month
It’s that time of the week again! Week two of my Pride Reading Challenge has wrapped up, and I thoroughly enjoyed all five books I read. This week I tackled the rest of the graphic novels on my TBR as well as some of the shorter books. It was a very busy week, so these were […]
WANTED: MONSTER HUNTER
Do you have the skills required to help us track down an elusive cryptid running loose through the library? Are you familiar with creatures of myth and legend? Have you seen Bigfoot? Review our requirements and then submit your application to help us catch this beast. All applicants will receive their Cryptozoologist badge for their […]
