Cozy is the perfect feeling for this time of year. When outside can be harsh, we want soft things–fuzzy blankets, warm drinks, a crackling fire. That can extend to our reading material as well. Here is a list of books and series that are softer and sweeter, without harsh language or violence, and th...
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As the snow begins to fall, people are beginning to reflect on the past year. Maybe you have hit your reading goal for the year, maybe you still have a few titles to go. For those of you in the second group, the staff at Sage Library wanted to share some of our favorite books we read this past year....
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Library Partnerships: Downtown Bay City Recognized with Honorable Mention for Collaboration with BCLS We are thrilled to announce that Downtown Bay City has been awarded an Honorable Mention for outstanding partnership with the Bay County Library System as part of the inaugural I Partner with My ...
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Every year we recognize November as National Native American Heritage Month, which gives us the opportunity to recognize and celebrate the heritage, traditions and contributions of all native and indigenous people, who have enriched and shaped our country in so many invaluable ways. In cele...
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Do you like the fall vibes, but are not a fan of being scared? Then you and I are in the same boat. There is something about October that is always a little stressful, because you never know when the next commercial is going to contain jump scares and truly terrifying visuals. My preferred version f...
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Get in Your Element this Fall with a Library Card!
September is Library Card Sign-up Month, a time when the Bay County Library System joins the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries nationwide to remind everyone about the valuable resources available with a library card.
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As readers are transitioning from choosing books from the children’s room to the teen section, there is sometimes a want for something familiar but elevated. In the past ten years Disney has been building an amazing selection that features the characters you know and love (or in the case of villains...
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'Tis the season to be reading! Christmas is just six short months away, but you don't need to wait for the snow to fly to get into the holiday spirit. In the meantime, why not chill out and get into the holiday spirit with one of these holiday reads? Christmas by the Book - ...
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The Libby app is the easiest way to get started with digital books, audiobooks, and magazines from the Bay County Library System! The Libby app, which is created by OverDrive, has replaced the OverDrive app. Here are directions to help you get started with Libby: Instal...
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Don't miss this chance to see visiting author and Bay City native Steve Adelman this Saturday, July 8 @ 2 p.m. at the Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library. You can register here via our online events calendar, or feel free to drop in if you find yourself free on Saturday afternoon! ...
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