Bellmore Memorial Library

Join The Nesting Place for a free 2.5-hour crash course in all things childbirth. You will learn about the anatomy and physiology of birth, stages of labor, choices for pain relief, the induction process, Cesarean sections, and more. This is great for first-time expectant parents or for those looking for a refresher course. Couples are encouraged to register together. Space is limited.

Registration is open at https://bellmorelibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/childbirth-education-101-prenatal-class/

This week in Reel Chat, we will watch and discuss “About a Boy.” Attend in person on Thursday, June 25 at 1pm to watch the film and enjoy a lively discussion. Please arrive a few minutes before 1pm as the screening will start on time. Register at https://bellmorelibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/reel-chat-in-person-film-screening-and-discussion-about-a-boy-2002/

Movie Description: A rakish bachelor learns to grow up after befriending an awkward lad. The chemistry between the actors drives this emotionally rich comedy-drama. The film was adapted from a Nick Hornby novel and stars Hugh Grant, Toni Collette, Rachel Weisz and an adorable 11-year-old Nicholas Hoult. Rated PG-13. Run time 1h 58m.

New ratings are rolling in for the Teen Summer Reading Club! Participants submit book reviews to earn entries into a grand prize raffle and may choose if they would like us to share their reviews anonymously. Here are some of the recent ratings we received.

For more information about summer reading clubs for all ages, go to www.bellmorelibrary.org.

Did you know that you can borrow physical books without being at the library? Check out our Little Free Library cart at Newbridge Road Pool. Feel free to take a book, leave a book, then continue on your way to enjoy your next summer adventure!

Also, don't miss our StoryWalk while you take a break from swimming. We hope you enjoy your day at the pool!

The library will be closed on Sunday, June 21 in observance of Father's Day.

Summer weekend hours will be in effect Father's Day through Labor Day, We will be open on Saturdays from 9:30am-1:30pm and closed on Sundays.

The library will be closed on Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth.

The “Spirit of ‘76” is strong at Nassau libraries! Make sure to grab this booklet during your next visit to BML. Inside, you'll discover a list of themed events happening at various libraries throughout the county.

To see how BML is celebrating America 250 go to www.bellmorelibrary.org/america-250-at-the-library

For the Teen Summer Reading Club, participants submit book reviews to earn entries into a grand prize raffle. They can also choose if they would like us to share their reviews anonymously. Here are some reviews we recently received.

For more information about summer reading clubs for all ages, go to www.bellmorelibrary.org.

Throwback to when we whipped up a NY-Style Crumb Cake with PamCakes!

Come and join our local history librarian, Chryssa Golding, for pizza and a presentation on the development of Bellmore within the first 250 years of America's history. Learn how major trends and events in U.S. history like the American Revolution, the Civil War, the Industrial Revolution and even more recent events like Superstorm Sandy impacted Bellmore. Also, discover the history of interesting landmarks in our community. We promise you will never look at your hometown the same way again! Registration is open at https://bellmorelibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/all-history-is-local-the-first-250-years-of-american-history-in-bellmore/

Photo: Thomas D. Smith, whose ancestors were some of the first founders of Bellmore and North Bellmore, is pictured here surveying land on Bellmore Ave. circa 1880.