Bellingham Parks & Recreation Leisure Guide
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bellinghampubliclibrary.org Check Out a Discover Pass Get Outside! Enjoy free access to Washington State public lands by borrowing a Discover Pass and backpack through Bellingham Public Library. Check Out Washing- ton is a collaboration between the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission and the Washington State Library to allow individuals to "check out a state park" without paying the parking fee. A limited-edition Discover Pass and backpack is available for library card holders to check out, on a first-come, first-served basis. The backpack includes a set of binoculars, three field guides and a map of all Washington State Parks. State parks in Whatcom County include Larrabee, Birch Bay, and Peace Arch State Park. To place a hold, search "Check Out Washington Discover Pass" at BellinghamPublicLibrary.org. Celebrate Earth Day For adults, Bellingham Public Library has created a Climate Action-themed book list in honor of Earth Day, titled, "This World We Call Home," and includes a variety of helpful print and ebook titles, as well as website links. It can be found on our website. On the home- page click View Staff Picks, then select the list under the heading Notable Picks. See our Climate Action themed Book List LISTEN TO A STORY Virtual Storytime Continues This spring and summer, Bellingham Children's Library will continue its virtual story- times for children ages birth to 5. Each highlights the fun and importance of the Five Early Literacy Practices of talking, singing, reading, writing and playing. Visit our website to complete a quick registration form for the Storytime links. BellinghamPublicLibrary.org/storytimes Storytimes will include an Earth Day theme (April 19-23) for kids ages birth to 5 years. Enjoy stories, songs and craft ideas that inspire a connection with and wonder of nature. SUMMER READING Begins June 1 Reading takes us on boundless journeys. Summer Reading 2021 kicks off June 1 and this year we invite you to "chart a path" where you want to go, however you want to get there. Bellingham Public Library and Whatcom County Library System will distribute summer reading cards with a stepping stone design to allow readers to record their experiences. The card provides reading ideas and recommendations, but the choices are up to the reader. Anything goes! bellinghampubliclibrary.org Check Out a Discover Pass Get Outside! Enjoy free access to Washington State public lands by borrowing a Discover Pass and backpack through Bellingham Public Library. Check Out Washing- ton is a collaboration between the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission and the Washington State Library to allow individuals to "check out a state park" without paying the parking fee. A limited-edition Discover Pass and backpack is available for library card holders to check out, on a first-come, first-served basis. The backpack includes a set of binoculars, three field guides and a map of all Washington State Parks. State parks in Whatcom County include Larrabee, Birch Bay, and Peace Arch State Park. To place a hold, search "Check Out Washington Discover Pass" at BellinghamPublicLibrary.org. Celebrate Earth Day For adults, Bellingham Public Library has created a Climate Action-themed book list in honor of Earth Day, titled, "This World We Call Home," and includes a variety of helpful print and ebook titles, as well as website links. It can be found on our website. On the home- page click View Staff Picks, then select the list under the heading Notable Picks. See our Climate Action themed Book List LISTEN TO A STORY Virtual Storytime Continues This spring and summer, Bellingham Children's Library will continue its virtual story- times for children ages birth to 5. Each highlights the fun and importance of the Five Early Literacy Practices of talking, singing, reading, writing and playing. Visit our website to complete a quick registration form for the Storytime links. BellinghamPublicLibrary.org/storytimes Storytimes will include an Earth Day theme (April 19-23) for kids ages birth to 5 years. Enjoy stories, songs and craft ideas that inspire a connection with and wonder of nature. SUMMER READING Begins June 1 Reading takes us on boundless journeys. Summer Reading 2021 kicks off June 1 and this year we invite you to "chart a path" where you want to go, however you want to get there. Bellingham Public Library and Whatcom County Library System will distribute summer reading cards with a stepping stone design to allow readers to record their experiences. The card provides reading ideas and recommendations, but the choices are up to the reader. Anything goes! 19