Earn badges by reading books & completing challenges! Join us for storytimes, art programs, badge squad, and amazing performers like: Ran’D Shine, Elmwood Park Zoo, Peter Moses, Lolly Hopwood, Lu Liu Acrobatics, Center for Aquatic Sciences, Eyes of the Wild, Michael & The Rockness Monsters, Magician Abby London…and more! Stop by weekly to enter to […]
Creativity
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 […]
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 […]
5 Fabulous Ways to Share Poetry with Your Kids
What does April bring, other than showers? National Poetry Month, of course! While you wait for those May flowers to arrive, here are some easy ways to share poetry with the children in your life. And don’t worry; if you don’t get to them in April, they’re still fun year-round! Browse the library shelves under […]
Shake Up Shakespeare: 8 YA Books in Verse You’ll Love
There are books that rock and books that rollBut Shakespeare’s works can oft be droll Enjoy these YA choices, poetry in verseWritten by a cast that’s incredibly diverse The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo A young Latino girl must decideTo strut forward, or stay and hide Bull by David Elliott The myth of the Minotaur […]
Kids Knit with KidLit
As the weather gets colder, it’s time to get cozy! And what could be cozier than a warm blanket, cuddly stuffed animals, and a good book? We’ve got you covered at the library! Here are some great books that teach kids how to knit, crochet, sew, and have fun with other textile arts. And once […]
Let Your Creativity Blossom with Courses at Lynda.com
Unleash your creativity with these expert-led courses on the creative process, songwriting, photography, drawing, and more! Access these Lynda.com (LinkedIn Learning) courses for free by using your library card. Get started in our e-Library. Creativity for All All of us—from accountants to event planners—regularly perform creative acts. Our brains already have the built-in machinery to […]
D.I.Y. Downloads: Printable Snowflakes
Looking for some surefire winter fun? Download, print, and create your own snowflakes with this fun activity! Use your snowflakes to create garlands, decorate your walls, or give as gifts.
Character Caricatures!
Do you have a favorite book? Who’s your favorite character in that book? Share that character with the libraries! During the week of November 30th through December 6th, download the character cut out and draw in your favorite character! Bring it to your local library branch and it will be sent and displayed at the […]
Virtual Youth Art Show
Join us for our first ever Virtual Youth Art Show on December 1 through December 4 on our Facebook page! Starting today, we are asking all children, tweens and teens to send us a piece of original artwork around the theme of “Celebrate What You Love” for us to display on our Facebook page in a specific Virtual […]
