Bay City Public Library - Main Branch

09/29/2026

Our latest Teen Tuesday was a success! 💪 A special thank-you to local author Selina Landgrebe for joining us and giving our teens a look into what it’s like to be an author. 📚✍️

Afterward, the teens teamed up to create their own “Chaos Books”! They picked writing prompts from different bowls and used their selections to create unique stories—all in less than 30 minutes! ⏰

We loved seeing the creativity, teamwork, and stories they came up with! 💭

09/29/2026

We are less than a month away from our annual Trunk or Treat! 🚗 🍬 Stop by BCPL to pick up a Trunk application! We have plenty of spots available. 👻 🎃

UPDATE: The last day to submit a Trunk registration is October 23rd.

🎃👻 It’s almost that spooky time of year again! 🍬🦇 Join us for BCPL’s annual Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 24, from 3:00–5:00 PM in the Bay City Public Library parking lot!

Get ready for decorated trunks, sweet treats, fun costumes, and plenty of Halloween excitement. Want to decorate a trunk and be part of the fun? Pick up and submit an application at the library's front circulation desk. 🕸️🎃

We can't wait to enjoy an afternoon of candy, costumes, decorated trunks, and Halloween fun for all. Costumes are encouraged, and don’t forget to bring your candy basket! 🍂👻

09/28/2026

Join our LEGO Club! 🌳 Build, create, and have fun with exciting challenges. 🤩

🗓 Friday, October 2nd
🕛 12pm - 5pm

If you have any questions, contact our Youth Specialist at [email protected].

09/28/2026

Bay City Public Library will be closed on Thursday, October 1, 2026, from 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM for Department Training.

09/28/2026

We still have some spots left! Call 979-245-6931 to reserve your spot. 🪡

🧵 Be a Bobbin, Learn to Quilt! 🧵

We’ve updated our flyer with the correct information for our October Quilting Starter Class, so be sure to check out the updated details below!

The Bay City Public Library has partnered with the Memory Makers Quilt Guild to bring the love of quilting to our community! Join us for “Be a Bobbin, Learn to Quilt” on Saturday, October 3rd and Saturday, October 10th from 10:00 AM–2:00 PM.

Participants will learn the basics of quilting and create their very own notebook cover! ✂️🧵

Supplies to bring:
• 1 spiral notebook, composition book, or slim 3-ring notebook
• Scissors
• White/neutral thread
• Pins or clips
• Portable sewing machine if you have one*
• Your own fabric, if desired

Space is limited to 10 participants total. Of those 10, only 4 participants may attend without their own sewing machine. If you bring your own machine, you must know how to use it and it must be fully functional.

📞 Registration is required: 979-245-6931
Ages 12+, unless accompanied by an adult.

For more information regarding quilting or the Memory Makers Quilt Guild, email [email protected].

09/27/2026

📚 October at Bay City Public Library! 🎃

October is almost here, and we have a full month of programs and special events planned! 🍂 Join us for Toddler Time, Teen Tuesday, DNA Genealogy Class, National Night Out at the Bay City Police Dept., FOL Book Sale, Campfire Stories at Riverside Park, Trunk or Treat, and more! 📖🍬👻

📅 Take a look at our October calendar for all the dates and times, and be sure to save it so you don’t miss out! You can also visit our website to view more details about each program and event. Website Calendar Link: https://www.baycitytx.gov/calendar.aspx?CID=26

Did you know BCPL has Sensory Inclusive Bags available for in-library use! Each bag includes sensory-friendly items to help make your library visit more comfortable. Bags can be picked up at the front desk and must be returned before leaving. A library card is required to check out a bag. 🎧🕶

🚨 Please note on Thursday, October 22 from 5:00–6:00 PM, the library will offer basic check-in/check-out services only and the library will be closed on Thursday, October 1 from 9:00-10:30 AM and Saturday, October 24 at 12:00 PM.

We can’t wait to see you at the library this October! 🧡📖

09/26/2026

🍂📚 We’re just 2 weeks away from the Friends of the Bay City Library Fall Book Sale!

FOL members can enjoy an exclusive presale on Friday, October 9 from 4:00–5:00 PM. Interested in joining the Friends of the Library? Contact BCPL at 979-245-6931 for more information.

The book sale will be open to everyone on Saturday, October 10 from 9:00 AM–2:30 PM. We hope to see you there! 📚🍂

09/23/2026

🧬 New Adult Program Alert! Join us for our new DNA Genealogy Class at the Bay City Public Library! 🌳

This class is designed for those who already have information about their DNA and want to learn how to build their family tree, understand their DNA history, and navigate their information.

📅 Every Wednesday in October:
October 7, 14, 21 & 28
⏰ 10:00–11:30 AM
📍 Bay City Public Library

Come learn how to turn your DNA information into a deeper look at your family history! 🧬🌳

09/23/2026

We have an exciting lineup of authors coming up this fall through the Library Speakers Consortium! Hear directly from authors, learn more about their books, and enjoy these virtual events from the comfort of home. 💻📖

📅 Upcoming talks are happening September through November! Scan the QR code on the flyer to register for upcoming events or watch past Author Talks.

Thursday, September 24, 2026
6:00 PM CDT — Paletero Man with Lucky Diaz
7:00 PM CDT — Spanish presentation: Paletero Man with Lucky Diaz

Thursday, October 1, 2026
6:00 PM CDT — The Sixth Faction with Veronica Roth

Thursday, October 8, 2026
1:00 PM CDT — The Ascent of Rauschenberg with Carolyn Russo

Tuesday, October 13, 2026
1:00 PM CDT — Inside the Box with David Epstein

Tuesday, November 3, 2026
1:00 PM CST — You Are the Medicine with Asha Frost

Tuesday, November 10, 2026
1:00 PM CST — A City on Mars with Kelly and Zach Weinersmith

Wednesday, November 11, 2026
1:00 PM CST — The Almightier with Paul Vigna

Thursday, November 19, 2026
6:00 PM CST — Rebecca Roanhorse, author of Black Sun, Fevered Star, and Mirrored Heavens

All talks are online at https://libraryc.org/baycitylibrary, and registration is required.

09/22/2026

Next week is the final session of our 5-week Family Place Workshop! 🎉

Missed the previous sessions? No worries! You’re still welcome to join us for the final workshop on Monday, September 28 at 10:30 AM.

We’d love to see you there! 💛

We are continuing our 5-week play-based program for toddlers and their caregivers. 👶 Join us Monday, September 14, 21, and/or 28 at 10:30 AM for Family Place Workshop. 🚂 Reservation is not required. 👑

🌳 Monday, September 14, 21, 28
🐿 10:30 AM