Bremen Public Library

Crochet Coasters
2023-08-15 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Join us on August 15th at 5 p.m. for a beginner crochet class where you’ll learn to make two different kinds of coasters. No registration is required and all materials will be provided. Program will take place in Makerspace Room 1.

Kids in the Kitchen
2023-08-15 16:00 - 17:00
Easy cooking fun for kids in kindergarten through 5th grade. Come learn the basic kitchen skills and help build healthy eating habits. No registration required.

Music & Move
2023-08-15 09:30 - 10:00, 2023-08-08 09:30 - 10:00
Get moving! Songs and dance followed by a cool-down stretch. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers. Adult must attend with child. No registration required.

Night Owls Book Club
2023-08-14 19:00 - 20:00
The Night Owls Book Club first met in October 2010. It was started by community members who wanted an evening meeting time. The Night Owls meet on the second Monday of each month from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the cozy Upper Level Meeting Room. Their slogan is “What a Hoot!”

Game Time
2023-08-10 18:00 - 19:00
Kids in grades 2-5 are invited to come try different types of games. We will be trying everything from card games, board games, and video games. No registration required.

Anime-tion Club
2023-08-10 16:00 - 17:00, 2023-08-03 16:00 - 17:00, 2023-07-27 16:00 - 17:00
Students in grades 6-12 are invited to watch a selected animated series each month followed by a discussion. This group meets every Thursday at 4 p.m. No registration required.

Preschool Storytime
2023-08-10 09:30 - 10:15
Preschool Storytime will encourage the development of early literacy skills in children ages 3-5 who are ready to attend independently. Regular attendance is expected as skills build from week to week. Register at the link below:
Preschool Storytime

Teen Cafe
2023-08-09 15:30 - 17:00, 2023-08-02 15:30 - 17:00
Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to play board games, eat snacks, and play the Nintendo Switch! Every Wed. at 3:30-5:00. No registration required.

Questers Book Club
2023-08-09 14:00 - 15:00
The Questers Book Club was formed in June 2000. The club meets on the second Wednesday of each month from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. in the Library’s Lower Level Meeting Room.

Wiggle Worms
2023-08-09 09:30 - 10:00
Interactive story time for little ones, ages 0-5, and their adult. No registration required.

Pinterest Night
2023-08-08 18:30 - 19:30
Join us for a fun night of crafting! Program is for ages 16 and older. Register at the link below:
Pinterest Night

Cookies & Canvas
2023-08-08 16:00 - 17:00
Are you a budding artist interested in learning the basics of painting? Join us at BPL for fun and easy-to-learn paintings for children in grades 3-5. Register at the link below:
Cookies & Canvas

Overbooked
2023-08-07 18:30 - 19:30
Overbooked launched in January 2023. This group meets on the first Monday of each month from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Their slogan is, “Because it’s not hoarding if it’s books.” Sonia Hernandez, shernandez@bremen.lib.in.us, is the leader.

Back to School Storytime
2023-08-07 17:00 - 17:30
Get ready for the first day of school with a back to school storytime! Program is aimed at those entering preschool through 1st grade, but everyone is welcome to attend.

Pokémon Club
2023-08-05 11:00 - 12:00
Kids ages 8 and up are welcome to join us on the first Saturday of each month at 11 a.m. for gaming, discussion, crafts, and more! No registration is required.

Paint Your Heart Out
2023-08-03 17:00 - 18:00
Grades 6-12 are invited to a step-by-step painting class where they’ll learn the basics of art and make their very own canvas. Classes start at 5 p.m.
Register at:
Paint Your Heart Out

Foam Party
2023-08-03 00:00 - 23:59
On August 3rd, BPL will be hosting a back-to-school day, ending with a Foam Party at 6 p.m. in the back parking lot. No registration is required for this.
From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., stop by our makerspace to design and create your own button.
Several prizes will be raffled off during the day and at our foam party. Prizes are sponsored by Southwire.
Check out our Information Station for more back-to-school information.

Once Upon a Crime Book Club
2023-08-01 18:30 - 19:30

Paint Your Own Canvas
2023-08-01 17:00 - 18:00
Join us for a step-by-step painting class! Ages 16 and older. Register at:
Paint Your Own Canvas

BPL Board Meeting
2023-07-31 19:00 - 20:00 | Lower Level Meeting Room
Bremen Public Library’s Board of Trustees consists of volunteers who bring professional expertise to determine and manage library policies and operations. One member is appointed by each of the following agencies: the Bremen Public School Board, the German Township Advisory Board, the Bremen Town Council, the Marshall County Council and the Marshall County Commissioners. Regular meetings of the library board are held the last Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in the library’s meeting room. These meetings are open to the public.
Current Board Member:

Kim Meyer, President
Jennifer Heiter, Vice President
Cynthia McKenzie, Treasurer
Joyce Graybill, Secretary
Rhonda McIntyre
Brad Yoder
Lisa Scott

Friends Board Meeting
2023-07-31 18:30 - 19:30
The meetings are open to the public. If you are interested in becoming involved with the Friends as a volunteer or a board member, email us at bremenpubliclibrary@gmail.com for more information.

Book Sale - FoL Members
2023-07-29 15:00 - 17:00
Bremen Public Library’s annual book sale will be held July 29th through August 4th (library closed July 30th) in the Lower Level Meeting Room. Every item will be .50 each.
A special presale, open only to Friends of Bremen Public Library members, will be held Saturday, July 29th from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Friends memberships will be available for purchase at the door. Cost is $10 for a senior, $20 for an individual, $25 for a household, $100 for lifetime membership, or $150 for a lifetime household membership.
The book sale will be open to the general public for five days: Monday, July 31st through Friday, August 4th. Monday through Thursday hours: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
On the final day of the sale, August 4th, customers can fill a bag with books for $1.00.
All proceeds from the annual book sale benefit Friends of Bremen Public Library, a not-for-profit organization that supports the library through philanthropy and advocacy. The Friends use the funds from the book sale to support the library by contributing much-needed equipment, supplies, and programs to the library throughout the year.

Family Movie Day
2023-07-29 13:00 - 15:00
Your family is invited to a viewing of the movie UP with a s’mores bar.

Interactive Movies
2023-07-28 14:00 - 15:30
Join us for an interactive movie experience. Kits will be provided for each registered individual. Click the link to sign up:
Camp Rock Interactive Movie

Under the Stars Bingo
2023-07-27 17:00 - 18:30
Students in grades 6-12 are invited to participate in our Under the Stars Bingo Night! Come enjoy five rounds of five Bingo games to win different prizes. Register at the link below:
Under the Stars Bingo

Camp BPL: Featuring Hoots to Howls Wildlife Rehabilitation
2023-07-27 14:00 - 15:00
Children entering 1-5 grade are invited to join us for crafts, snacks, and activities as we explore the joys of reading and the outdoors this summer at Camp BPL.
June 8 – Camping
June 15 – Rivers, Lakes, & Ponds (featuring Roz Puppets)
June 22 – Bugs (featuring Marshall County Recycle Depot)
June 29 – Hiking & Parks
July 6 – Nature at Night
July 13 – Plants
July 20 – Rock & Gems
July 27 – Birds (featuring Hoots to Howls Wildlife Rehabilitation)
