The Bethesda Public Library will be closed Saturday, May 25th for Memorial Day.
The library's summer reading programs for all ages will begin on May 18. The complete schedule of programs will be available soon.
Wednesday, May 29 @ 10:30 a.m.
Kick off program with "The Balloon Kid" Anthony Lena
Anthony will do a balloon and dance party
Beneath The Surface for ages 13 - 18 years
Read a book & fill out an entry form to be eligible for the prize drawing.
Ground Breaking Reads! for adults
Read a book & write a review to be eligible for prizes.
Thanks to all who supported our Friends of Bethesda Library Plant Sale. You may pick up your plants on May 3 and 4 at the library. Happy planting, everyone!
Are you a parent longing for some adult conversation? Bethesda Book Group is for you! Enjoy stimulating discussions about great books! This month, we're reading State of Wonder by Anne Patchett and we'll meet to discuss it at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 2. Contact the library for more information.

Toddlers ages 18 to 35 months are invited to Toddler Time each Tuesday at 10:30 am. Our program is lively and fun, with lots of movement and activity for our youngest patrons!
Preschoolers ages 3 and 4 are invited to Preschool Story Time each Wednesday at 10:30 am. This year, Preschool Story Times will focus on the alphabet. Each week, we'll enjoy a differentletter through songs, rhymes, and stories.
- May 1 Pickel Parade
- May 8 It's Mother's Day!
- May 15 Dig Into Reading (summer reading preview and early sign-ups)
Final programs for toddlers and preschoolers will be on May 14 and 15. Don't forget to sign up for Summer Reading!
Saturday, May 18 from 10:30 am – 12:00 p.m. A club for kids age 4 and up who love to create and build. We supply the Legos®, you supply the imagination. No children under 4 due to choking hazard.
The Bethesda Book Group for adults will meet on Thursday, May 2nd at 6:30 pm to discuss State of Wonder by Anne Patchett. New members are always welcome to join this group for great discussions about great books.


