To learn more about the importance of mental well-being, pick up one of these recommended reads at the library. You’ll find even more titles on cloudLibrary. Books about Self-Care and Emotional Well-being Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily Nagoski, PhD and Amelia Nagoski Sisters Emily and Amelia Nagoski address the […]
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Nancy’s Story: “The Library Is a Constant.”
When Nancy pictures her daughter as a young girl, she thinks of books. She remembers her two-year-old climbing the library stairs all by herself, carrying a big stack of books. She remembers her daughter handing her library card to staff at the Levittown branch. And listening to audiobooks on her Strawberry Shortcake cassette player. “She’s […]
“The Library Is Safe and Accepting.”
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 […]
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, […]
Doylestown Garden Refresh Underway Through April 30
The front gardens at Bucks County Free Library’s Doylestown branch will be revitalized over the next two weeks. Library services will not be impacted by construction, which should be complete by April 30. The drive-up book drops may be temporarily unavailable, but the book drop beside the front door will remain accessible. The centerpiece of […]
“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 […]
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 […]
Virtual Q&A with ‘Saturday’ Author Oge Mora
Saturday by Oge Mora has been selected for Pennsylvania’s One Book, Every Young Child program. As part of the program, Ms. Mora will speak virtually to children across the state on Tuesday, April 5 at 10 AM. She’ll talk about her work as a storyteller and answer questions from young readers. Register and submit questions […]
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 […]
Bensalem Branch Closed Beginning March 7 for Renovations
The Bensalem branch will be closed beginning Monday, March 7th for renovations. Curbside pickup is available during these hours while the branch is under renovation: Monday – Wednesday 10am-6pm Saturday 9am-5pm The book drops are still open. WiFi is available outdoors in designated zones. Questions? Call the library during the curbside hours if you have […]
