HOURS
Monday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Tuesday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Wednesday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Thursday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Closed Sundays
CONTACT US
Text 231-216-2786 to text us! You can easily renew your books, check the status of your account, or ask a reference question!
Location
Benzie Shores District Library
630 Main St.
Frankfort, MI 49635
(231)352-4671
MAP
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CRAFT & HOBBY DATABASE
Need inspiration for your craft or hobby? Or maybe you are looking for a new craft or hobby? Access over 1,000 electronic full text hobby and craft instruction videos and downloadable project patterns! This database has enough content to meet the interests of a wide variety of hobby enthusiast.
LOCAL NEWSPAPER ARCHIVE
Search local newspapers online from 1888-2013!
HISTORY HOUNDS LECTURE SERIES
The Historical Society of Michigan's weekly History Hounds® Lecture Series is FREE to all BSDL patrons! All lectures are remote (via Zoom). Register online at www.hsmichigan.org. On the registration form, select “A member of an HSM member organization” and enter Benzie Shores District Library as your organization. HSM will then email you the Zoom link the day before each program. Free admission to this lecture series is courtesy of the Library's membership with the Historical Society of Michigan.
AFTER HOURS PICK-UP
We have 10 Outdoor Lockers for for 24/7 materials access. To get started, place items on reserve from our catalog and set your pick up method to "lockers". Please give us at least 4 business hours to get your items ready for you. You will be notified once your materials are ready. Not sure what you want or need help placing a reserve? Call us at 231-352-4671 and we are happy to help! Or use our handy INSTRUCTION sheet to get started.
LIBRARY ROOM RESERVATIONS
The Library Meeting and Program rooms are available to reserve. To reserve a room, you must complete an APPLICATION TO USE A LIBRARY ROOM. Please read the full MEETING ROOM USE POLICY prior to completing the application.
COMPUTER WORKSTATIONS & WiFi
The Library has 5 computer workstations for use, free of charge. Time restrictions may apply if there is a wait list. Wireless access is available for free, 24/7. Wi-Fi may be accessed after hours in the library parking lot or patio.
PRINTING & SCANNING
Black and White prints/photo copies are $0.25 per page. Color prints/photo copies are $0.50 per page. (cash only) Wireless printing is available with compatible devices. Self serve scanning to a personal USB drive is free (USB drive available to purchase for $5.00). NO FAX
BSDL BOARD MEETINGS
The board meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 9:00 a.m. at the library. Meetings are open to the public. Please contact the library at bsdl@benzieshoreslibrary.org or 231-352-4671 if special accommodations are needed, or if you would like a board packet.
Next regular meeting:
The library board meeting scheduled for October 9, 2024 has been cancelled. Next scheduled meeting is Wednesday, November 13, 2024 @ 9 a.m.
November 13, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.
The library will be closed for services at the time of the meeting; however, the meeting is open to the public.