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Text 231-216-2786 to text us! You can easily renew your books, check the status of your account, or ask a reference question!
Hours
Mon 10 am to 7 pm
Tuesday 10 am to 7 pm
Wednesday 10 am to 7 pm
Thursday 10 am to 7 pm
Friday 10 am to 5 pm
Saturdays: 10 am to 2 pm.
Closed Sundays
The Library will be closed Monday, September 6, 2021 in observance of Labor Day. Have a safe and happy holiday!
Due to the Ironman Competition, in anticipation of large crowds in close proximity to the library, the library will be CLOSED September 10-12th. We apologize for the inconvenience. Regular hours will resume Monday, September 13, 2021.
Location
Benzie Shore District Library
630 Main St.
Frankfort, MI 49635
(231)352-4671
Library Director: Stacy L. Pasche
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MeL resources are provided by the Library of Michigan using Institute of Museum and Library Services funds.
Anyone using the public WiFi must agree to our Acceptable Use Policy.
BSDL COViD-19 Pandemic Peparedness and Response Plan
Approved 2021-2022 Budget.
Book Share Group
Wednesday July 21, 2021 @ 10 a.m.
Meets the third Wednesday of the month at 10 .m. (via Zoom). Contact us to have zoom information emailed to you, or check the website shortly before the program.
BSDL 2021 SUMMER READING PROGRAM!
Summer has arrived and with it brings the Summer Reading Program to Benzie Shores District Library! This year our summer reading program is Tails and Tales which means it is time to get WILD about reading and get your paws on a good book. Our summer reading challenge kicks off Friday, June 11th and is a great way to encourage reading and earn fun prizes!
We are celebrating all kinds of animals from pets to Pikachu! This is a great year to unleash your imagination at the library. Starting June 14th, We will be hosting crafts and coloring pages for pick up on Menagerie Mondays. Return your coloring page to the library to have it put on display on our wild wall. Alternating Thursdays, beginning June 24th, the library will host the Teen Table outside from 3-4 for drop in crafts, like DIY chalk, button making and bead pets. This year we also see the return of Fun Fridays,June 18th, at the library. As long as the sun is shining, Fun Fridays will be held at 10am at the Marina Pavilion where we will be moving, crafting and reading all summer long.
To join our summer reading challenge children can be registered at bit.ly/bsdltails and teens can register at bit.ly/teentails.
Make-it Monday
Mondays
Pick up a new take-home craft and coloring page. Every week our coloring pages feature a new animal. Return the colored page to the library to have it featured on our wild wall!
Teen Table Thursday
Thursdays at 3:00 p.m. (7/22, 8/8 & 8/9)
Join us on the library patio from 3 to 4 p.m. on alternate Thursdays for drop by DIYs, art projects, and more. Program intended for ages 12 and up. All outdoor programs are dependent on fair weather and current MDHHS programming guidelines.
Fun Friday
Fridays at 10:00 a.m.
Join us at the Mineral Springs Pavillion for movement, stories, and crafts! Program intended for young children; however, all are welcome. All outdoor programs are dependent on fair weather and current MDHHS programming guidelines.
Pokémon Party
Wednesday, August 4th from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Calling all Pokemon trainers! Drop by the library August 4th from 1-2 p.m. for fun, games, and Pokemon! All outdoor programs are dependent on fair weather and current MDHHS programming guidelines.
Upcoming Library Closure
Due to the Ironman Competition, in anticipation of large crowds in close proximity to the library, the library will be CLOSED September 10-12th. We apologize for the inconvenience. Regular hours will resume Monday, September 13, 2021.
WiFi Access
Due to capacity limits and distancing requirements, the library has limited workspace/reading space inside the library. Library WiFi is accessible in the library parking lot and patio. We also have hot spots and Chromebooks available for check out. Chromebooks and Hotspots may be borrowed for 3 days. Out of district residents are not eligible to check out devices. Contact us for more information and availability.
COVID Vaccine Information
Visit the Benzie Leelanau District Health Department for current COVID information, including vaccine information. You can also call the 211/United Way COVID Information line at 231-715-5557 to register for the COVID-19 vaccine.
BSDL Board Meetings
Monday, August 16th at 9:00 a.m.
The board meets the 3rd Monday of each month at 9:00 a.m. at the library. 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. The meeting is open to the public.
LIBRARY EXPANSION PROJECT
The Benzie Shores District Library is seeking donations for the expansion and renovation of its building. This expansion will not only sustain current operations more efficiently, but will help us to enhance future services and programs to meet the needs of our many users. LEARN MORE
Digital Collections
We've had requests for a listing of DVDs for easier browsing. We get new titles all the time, so check with us if something you want is not on this list.